Is sir edmond hallery a new zealander?

Sir Edmond Hillary was not a New Zealander by birth; he was born in Auckland, New Zealand, on July 20, 1919. He is best known for being one of the first two individuals to reach the summit of Mount Everest, along with Tenzing Norgay, in 1953. Hillary became an iconic figure in New Zealand and is celebrated for his contributions to exploration and humanitarian efforts.