Chancellor Angela Merkel in Auckland
German Chancellor Angela Merkel has been welcomed at Government House in Auckland, kicking off her day-long visit. Dr Merkel, the world's most powerful woman, is visiting New Zealand on her way to Australia for the G20 meeting.
Image 1 of 11: Prime Minister John Key, Department of Conservation ranger Hazel Speed and Chancellor of Germany Angela Merkel hold a Kiwi named Whau on Motutapu Island before it is released into the sanctuary.
