Which major locations follow this offset? Read less Niue Island in the South Pacific follows this offset.
What areas share this offset? Read less This offset is unique to Niue and not shared with other locations.
How does this compare with nearby offsets? Read less NUT is 1 hour behind Samoa and Tonga and 1 hour ahead of the Cook Islands.
Why doesn't this location observe DST? Read less DST is not observed due to the lack of significant seasonal variation in daylight hours near the equator.
How was this offset established? Read less Niue adopted its current offset to align with its position west of the International Date Line and its geographic longitude.
What are the typical work hours here? Read less Work hours typically run from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with a focus on agriculture, fishing, and tourism.
What is the economic importance of this area? Read less Niue's economy relies on subsistence agriculture, fisheries, and international aid, alongside a growing focus on eco-tourism.