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      Beaches, wineries and Art Deco. The Hawke's Bay has a diverse economy, including business services that support its sectors to be the second largest contributor to regional GDP in the country. A popular tourist destination, the region has some of the countries best restaurants as well as stunning scenery, markets and festivals.

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      The Bay of Plenty is officially New Zealand's sunniest destination, enjoying short-lived winters and long summer days. The Region offers some of the country's most spectacular views and many ways to enjoy the pristine scenery and natural wonders. Visitors also enjoy exploring the Bay's Māori heritage and pre-European roots.

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      The Waikato is known for its rolling plains, fertile land and the mighty Waikato River. The region is the fourth largest regional economy in New Zealand, with a strong focus on primary production and associated manufacturing.

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      Welcome to Whanganui. This is our place; where history is full of stories, legends and rich legacy. Where a thriving arts scene, creativity and evolving culture inspire our modern lives. Where breath-taking natural landscapes capture imaginations at every turn.

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      Located in the lower North Island, Manawatu is heartland New Zealand, offering an authentic Kiwi experience.

      The main in the region are Palmerston North, most notable for Massey University. Palmerston has a vibrant, arts and culture scene.

      The region's economy is based on food production and processing, research and education. The region is also home for the New Zealand defence force.

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      Northland was originally home to some of our country's first human inhabitants. Today, it is one of the fastest growing regions in New Zealand and home to nearly 189,000 people. Rich in culture and history, the region boasts a stunning natural environment.

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      Auckland Region stretches from the the beaches of the Pacific Ocean in the east to the expansive beaches of the rugged west coast of the Tasman Sea. Auckland City, the largest urban area in New Zealand is considered the main economic center of New Zealand and a popular destination for international students and travellers.

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      Gisborne is a Region on the east coast of New Zealand's North Island. It's known for wineries and surf beaches such as Makorori. The region has maintained a strong Maori heritage. The region's economy is made up mainly of agriculture, horticulture and forestry.

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      Taranaki is a coastal and mountainous region on the western side of New Zealand's North Island. Its landscape is dominated by Mount Taranaki, its namesake volcano, which lies within the rainforested Egmont National Park.

      The port city of New Plymouth is the area's cultural and commercial hub. Taranaki's economy is diverse and includes dairy, oil and gas. The region is the highest contributor or national GDP per capita. 

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      The Wellington Region covers Wellington city in the south, Upper and Lower Hutt valleys to the north-east, and Porirua to the north-west. The region takes its name from Wellington, New Zealand's capital city.

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      The West Coast, or as some locals call it, the "Wild West", is a long thin region that runs down the South Island's west coast.

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      Nelson Tasman is an extraordinary, vibrant region where art and businesses thrive together among a stunning natural landscape. With one in five people internationally born, Nelson Tasman has 48 different cultures living in its environs.

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      There are few places in the world which will leave you with a lasting sense of difference. Central Otago is undoubtedly one of them from its landscapes, its seasons, its people, its products and experiences.

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      Marlborough Region is on the north-eastern corner of the South Island. The region is well known for its winemaking industry, and the Marlborough Sounds, an extensive network of coastal waterways, peninsulas and islands.

      Apart from the wine industry, aquaculture, agriculture and tourism play an important role in the local economy.

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      Southland is New Zealand’s most southerly region and includes the World Heritage ranked Fiordland National Park.

      The region's only city Invercargill offers a relaxed pace of life with wide streets, little traffic, spacious parks and gardens, striking Victorian and Edwardian architecture and impressive sporting facilities including New Zealand’s first indoor velodrome. Southland's location is such that views of Aurora Australis or the Southern Lights are common.

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チャタム諸島でのクジラの座礁、「信じられない」

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1週間足らずの間に2匹のクジラの大量座礁が発生したことについて、市長は信じられないと述べています。

10月7日、チャタム島で約250頭のゴンドウクジラが座礁し、10月10日には約4km南のピット島ではさらに250頭が座礁したと推定されています。

この規模の座礁事故は、2017年に南島のフェアウェル・スピットで発生したのが最後で、推定600~700頭のクジラが座礁しています。

チャタム諸島のモニーク・クルーン市長は、すべてのストランディングが動揺をもたらすと述べました。

「ちょっとしたショックで、人々は大量の損失についてかなり悲しい気持ちになっていると思います。実際には異常なことで、定期的に起こっていることは認識していますが、このように2つの大規模な座礁があることは少し信じられません。」

ホエールレスキューの共同設立者であるイングリッド・ヴィッサー氏は、ニュージーランドではクジラの座礁が多発しているにもかかわらず、何が原因でクジラが海岸に打ち上げられたのかについてはまだほとんど分かっていないと述べました。

「私は、このような出来事が起こっていることは絶対的な悲劇だと思います。ニュージーランドは、クジラの座礁の長い歴史がありますが、いまだにその理由がわからず、これらの動物についての基本的なことさえわかっていないのです。」

オークランド大学海洋生態・保全生物学教授のロッシェル・コンスタンティン氏によると、水温や水中の餌の量の変化が、集団座礁事故に関連することが多いとのことです。

自然保護局(DOC)の広報担当者デイブ・ルンドクイスト氏は、座礁はいつでも起こり得ると述べました。

「ほとんどの夏、私たちは1つの(集団座礁を)見る傾向があります。しかし、近年では、まったく集団座礁のない夏もありましたが、残念ながら明確なパターンはありません。」

チャタム諸島で座礁が発生した場合、クジラ自身だけでなく、人がサメに襲われる危険性があるため、クジラは再浮上させません。

そのため、死ななかった座礁クジラは安楽死させられ、遺体は腐敗するのを待つことになる。

パイロット・クジラは、絶滅危惧種とはみなされていません。

「我々は、このような不幸な出来事が起こっても、我々の海域の種に大きな影響を与えないだろうと考えている」とルンドクイスト氏は述べています。

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