More like Canada and USA. - At one point New Zealand was part of the colony of New South Wales (until 1841, while the nation of Australia came into being in 19

More like Canada and USA. - At one point New Zealand was part of the colony of New South Wales (until 1841, while the nation of Australia came into being in 1901) - Australia and New Zealand have fought a number of wars together as close allies. - Special visas available for New Zealanders in Australia (and vice versa I believe) - Arch-rivals in sporting matches.