Whangamomona, a small New Zealand village, declared itself a republic in 1989 after residents protested being moved to a different region. The village boasts its own passport, flag, and president, and celebrates its Republic Day every two years with festivities that attract both locals and tourists. Proceeds from the event benefit the community.
A New Zealand village with a population of 21, with another 150 in the local district, has its own passport, stamp, flag and president
“We’re in Taranaki but in 1989 the powers that be decided because our water runs into the Whanganui River that we should be part of the Manawatu region,” says Kennedy. “At the pub here one night a few of us got together and decided no, we’re going to become a republic.” While the Whangamomona district residents’ actions were initially born out of protest, the tradition of the Republic Day continues.
“All the money goes straight back into the community to give everybody what they need,” says Kennedy. Funds have been spent on defibrillators, schools and local sports teams.Apart from the sheep race, where a lucky ticket buyer can win up to 15 New Zealand dollars, the day’s main event is the election of a new president to represent the republic.
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