• New Zealand Regions
      • Hawke's Bay
      • Bay of Plenty
      • Waikato
      • Whanganui
      • Manawatu
      • Northland
      • Auckland
      • Gisborne
      • Taranaki
      • Wellington
      • West Coast
      • Nelson
      • Canterbury
      • Otago
      • Marlborough
      • Southland
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      Hawke's Bay

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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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      Bay of Plenty

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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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      Waikato

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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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      Whanganui

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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.

      Manawatu

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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.

      Northland

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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.

      Auckland

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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.

      Gisborne

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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.

      Taranaki

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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. 

      Wellington

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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.

      Wellington is famous for its arts and culture scene and is also the centre of New Zealand's film industry.

      West Coast

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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.

      The region has the lowest population in all of New Zealand. It is famous for its rugged natural scenery such as the Pancake Rocks, the Blue Pools of Haast, and the glaciers.

      The main industries in the region are dairy farming and mining. Tourism also plays an important role.

      Nelson – Tasman

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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.

      The region prides its self on being New Zealand’s leading Research and Development areas, with the highest proportion of people working in the research, science and tech sectors out of anywhere in New Zealand.

      Canterbury

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      Canterbury is a region on New Zealand’s South Island marked by grassy plains, clear lakes and snow-capped mountains. Its largest city, Christchurch, is famed for its art scene and green spaces.

      Otago

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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.

      Marlborough

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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.

      Southland

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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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世界で最も暖かい2月には、さらに多くの気候記録が記録されます

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EUの気候局によると、2024年2月は記録上最も暖かい2月でした。9か月連続で記録的な気温を記録しました。2023年6月以降、各月はそれぞれの時期に新たな最高気温を記録しています。

世界の海面も史上最高気温で、南極の海氷はきわめて低いレベルに達しています。太平洋のエルニーニョ現象がこれらの気温の一因となっている一方で、人為的な気候変動が主な原因です。

世界気象機関事務局長のセレステ・サウロ教授は、「熱を閉じ込める温室効果ガスが主な原因です」と述べています。二酸化炭素レベルは少なくとも200万年ぶりの高水準にあり、過去1年間で大幅に増加しています。

これらのガスにより、2024年2月は、人間が大量の化石燃料を燃焼し始める前よりも約1.77℃暖かくなりました。この気温は、2016年の過去の記録を約0.12℃上回りました。特にオーストラリア西部、東南アジア、アフリカ南部、南米では暑さが厳しかった。

過去 12 か月間の平均気温は、産業革命前のレベルを 1.56 度上回りました。2015年、約200か国が、気候への深刻な影響を避けるため、世界の気温上昇を1.5℃未満に抑えることに合意しました。この閾値はまだ超えていませんが、記録的な気温が続いていることは、世界がそれにどれだけ近づいているかを示しています。

気温に加えて、他の気候指標も記録的なレベルに達しています。その一例が海面水温です。この海洋熱の上昇は、エルニーニョ現象だけによるものではなく、過去10か月間一貫して高い状態が続いています。これはサンゴ礁の大量白化、海面上昇、より激しいハリケーンにつながる可能性があるため、懸念されています。

2023年から2024年にかけて発生したエルニーニョ現象は、記録上最も強かった5大イベントの1つですが、徐々に弱まりつつあります。今後数か月間は気温と気象パターンに影響を及ぼし続けますが、4月から6月にかけては中性状態になり、6月から8月にかけてはラニーニャと呼ばれる涼しい時期に移行すると予想されます。これにより、世界の気温が一時的に下がる可能性があります。

しかし、人間の活動によって大量の温室効果ガスが放出され続けると、長期的には気温が上昇し続け、記録的な気温上昇や異常気象につながります。インペリアル・カレッジ・ロンドンの気候科学の上級講師であるフリーデリケ・オットー博士は、「化石燃料の燃焼をやめ、より持続可能で再生可能なエネルギー源に置き換える必要があります」と述べています。「そうしなければ、気候変動によって激化する異常気象は、人々の生活や生活を破壊し続けるでしょう。」

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