Kiwis' most-searched questions on Google for 2023 has just been revealed

As we bid farewell to 2023, it's a fitting moment to ponder the highlights and enigmas that captured the attention of New Zealanders throughout the year.

We faced cyclones and floods, witnessed a change in government, and proudly hosted the FIFA Women's World Cup. The passing of the universally beloved Matthew Perry left a void.

Amidst the somber notes, there were moments of lightness. Barbie graced our screens and the daily challenge of Connections engaged us.

Google's Year in Search provided a unique lens through which to reflect on our collective queries. From egg shortages to mastering the pronunciation of "Happy Matariki" and cooking frankfurters, our curiosity knew no bounds.

Turning to the key themes of Kiwi searches this year, the nation reaffirmed its sports fanaticism. From hosting the FIFA Women's World Cup to making it to the finals of the Men's Rugby World Cup, we celebrated sporting prowess across golf, UFC, motorsports, cricket, soccer, rugby, and league. Up the Wahs!

As we reflect on these diverse aspects, 2023 becomes a tapestry woven with moments of gravity and levity, showcasing the multifaceted interests and concerns of the Kiwi spirit.

Check out the full trending Search data for New Zealand in 2023:  

News 

1. Cyclone Gabrielle 

2. Matthew Perry 

3. Election Results 

4. Census 2023 

5. Auckland Airport 

6. Auckland Flooding 

7. Jacinda Ardern 

8. War in Israel and Gaza 

9. Auckland Shooting 

10. Submarine Missing 

 

Sporting Events 

1. Rugby World Cup 

2. FIFA World Cup 

3. NRL Ladder 

4. Cricket World Cup 

5. Warriors vs Broncos 

6. All Blacks vs Ireland 

7. ASB Classic 

8. Ashes 

9. All Blacks vs France 

10. Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury 

Sports Teams 

1. Warriors 

2. All Blacks 

3. Black Caps 

4. Inter Miami 

5. Lakers 

6. Football Ferns 

7. Wrexham 

8. Chiefs 

9. Breakers 

10. Manchester City 

 

Loss 

1. Matthew Perry 

2. Sinead O'Conner 

3. Jock Zonfrillo 

4. Ken Block 

5. Tina Turner 

6. Nicola Bulley 

7. Yanfei Bao 

8. Cal Wilson 

9. Angus Cloud 

10. Lance Reddick 

 

Global Figures 

1. Posie Parker 

2. Andrew Tate 

3. Taylor Swift 

4. David Beckham 

5. Harry Styles 

6. Prince Harry 

7. Margot Robbie 

8. Jeremy Renner 

9. Elton John 

10. Ed Sheeran 

 

Notable New Zealanders 

1. Ryan Fox 

2. Israel Adesanya 

3. Liam Lawson 

4. Lydia Ko 

5. Dai Henwood 

6. Shaun Johnson 

7. Rachin Ravindra 

8. Simon Barnett 

9. Sam Whitelock 

10. Michael Boxall 

 

New Zealand Politicians 

1. Jacinda Ardern 

2. Chris Hipkins 

3. Kiri Allen 

4. Christopher Luxon 

5. Winston Peters 

6. David Seymour 

7. Carmel Sepuloni 

8. Wayne Browne 

9. Chloe Swarbrick 

10. Marama Davidson 

 

Movies 

1. Oppenheimer 

2. Barbie 

3. Avatar 

4. Everything Everywhere All At Once 

5. Guardians of the Galaxy 

6. John Wick 4 

7. The Menu 

8. Sound of Freedom 

9. Puss in Boots 

10. Glass Onion 

 

Series 

1. The Last of Us 

2. Ginny & Georgia 

3. The Night Agent 

4. Daisy Jones & The Six 

5. Wednesday 

6. Queen Charlotte 

7. Succession 

8. Beef 

9. White Lotus 

10. The Idol 

 

Definitions 

1. Culvert 

2. Cis White Male 

3. Wan 

4. Woman 

5. Proclaim 

6. Staid 

7. Credo 

8. Snafu 

9. Contempt 

10. Misogyny 

 

Sweet Recipes 

1. Cookie 

2. Scone 

3. Afghan 

4. Icing 

5. Mug Cake 

6. Red Velvet Cake 

7. Pancakes 

8. Muffin 

9. Orange Cake 

10. Pikelets 

 

Savoury Recipes 

1. Yorkshire Pudding 

2. Focaccia 

3. Coronation Quiche 

4. Coronation Chicken 

5. Teriyaki Sauce 

6. Fry Bread 

7. Pulled Pork 

8. Bagel 

9. Big Mac Sauce 

10. Chicken Nibbles 

 

How To ... 

1. How to vote 

2. How to lock facebook profile 

3. How to watch rugby world cup 

4. How to deactivate facebook 

5. How to solve a rubik's cube 

6. How to get rid of my ai on snapchat 

7. How to say happy Matariki 

8. How to register to vote 

9. How to watch women's world cup 

10. How to find Matariki 

 

What is ...?

1. What is Threads? 

2. What is happening in Israel? 

3. What is Hamas? 

4. What is a blue moon? 

5. What is ALS? 

6. What is the willow project? 

7. What is Oppenheimer about? 

8. What is ChatGPT? 

9. What is a culvert? 

10. What is Matariki day? 

 

Why ...

1. Why is Israel and Gaza fighting? 

2. Why is Book Depository closing? 

3. Why were chainsaws invented? 

4. Why is there an egg shortage 

5. Why did hamas invade israel 

6. Why was the interislander ferry Kaitaki in the news last week? 

7. Why did Jacinda Ardern retire 

8. Why is China upset with Japan? 

9. Why were some roads closed and the public asked to avoid an area in central auckland last week? 

10. Why is it called a blue moon 

 

D.I.Y 

1. Headboard 

2. Chicken Coop 

3. Lash Extensions 

4. Easy Halloween Costumes 

5. Chocolate Gift Box Ideas 

6. Mother's Day Gifts 

7. Solar Panels 

8. Dog Wash 

9. Fly Screen 

10. Advent Calendar 

 

How to Cook 

1. How to cook pasta 

2. How to cook steak 

3. How to cook lamb chops 

4. How to cook brown rice 

5. How to cook tofu 

6. How to cook choko 

7. How to cook rhubarb 

8. How to cook salmon 

9. How to cook crayfish 

10. How to cook frankfurters