• 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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ニュージーランドの空を照らすイータ・アクアリッド流星群:見るのに最適な時期は次のとおりです

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流星とも呼ばれる流れ星は、一年中いつでも見ることができます。ただし、これらの天体現象を見るのには、他の夜よりも良い夜もあります。地球が太陽の周りを回るとき、彗星や小惑星からの塵や破片の流れの中を通過します。この破片は、空に見える流れ星の数が劇的に増える「流星群」を引き起こします。

今、私たちはハレー彗星が残した土石流の周辺を移動しています。これにより、特に南半球から見えるイータみずがめ座流星群ができあがります。毎年、地球が軌道上のこの地点に達すると、朝空にイータみずがめ座が見られます。

今年の展示は格別なものになると予想されています。にわか雨のピークは新月と重なるため、夜明けの数時間前には空が非常に暗くなります。有名な彗星の破片が落ちるのを見るのに最適です。また、シャワーがいつもより「アクティブ」になるかもしれないというヒントもあります。

ハレー彗星は、正式には1P/Halleyと名付けられ、76年ごとに太陽の周りを回り、何千年もの間現在の軌道を歩んできました。彗星は太陽系の内側を通過するたびに、塵とガスを放出します。この塵は宇宙空間に広がり、彗星の軌道に沿って広いデブリフィールドを作ります。

地球はこの破片を年に2回通過し、その結果、よく知られている2つの流星群が発生します。10月には、両半球から見えるオリオン座流星群が見られます。しかし、2つのうち良い方の、みずがめ座イータ流星群は、5月上旬にピークを迎えます。

イータみずがめ座流星群は、一年で最も美しい流星群のひとつですが、南半球から最もよく見ることができ、赤道の北側からは観測が難しいため、あまり知られていません。

南半球の人々にとって、イータみずがめ座流星群を観察するのに最適な時期は、夜明けの数時間前、つまり流星が発生しているように見える放射が空の高いところにあるときです。空で放射が上昇するにつれて、目に見える流星の数が増えます。

今年のみずがめ座流星群は特に特別なものになると予想されます。新月のせいで空が暗くなり、流星が見つけやすくなるだけでなく、科学者たちは、今年は例年よりもはるかに多くの流星が見られると信じています。実際、2024年のみずがめ座流星群は、21世紀全体で最も強い流星群である可能性があると示唆する人もいます。

流星群の活動を予測することは難しく、今年は「平常通り」かもしれないと考える研究者もいます。いずれにせよ、天候は完璧で、ピークは5月6日の朝です。美しい秋の日の出を見る前に、週末に田舎への旅行を計画して自然の花火大会を楽しむ絶好の機会です。

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