• 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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サー・ピーター・ベック:惑星間と現実的な野望

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数十億ドル規模の企業であるロケットラボの創設者であり、新たに騎士に昇格したピーター・ベック卿は、達成したい2つの大きな目標を掲げています。彼は大学に進学し、別の惑星での生活を発見したいと考えています。

ベックは最近、航空宇宙産業、ビジネス、教育への貢献が認められ、ニュージーランド功労勲章のナイトコンパニオンとして表彰されました。2009年に設立されたロケットラボは、南半球から宇宙にロケットを打ち上げた最初の企業です。それ以来、同社はNASA向けを含む数十発のロケットの打ち上げに成功し、160を超える衛星を軌道に乗せてきました。

ロケット・ラボは現在21億ドル規模で、3カ国で約2000人の従業員を抱えて事業を展開しているが、ジェフ・ベゾスとイーロン・マスクがそれぞれ所有するブルー・オリジンやスペースXと競合している。支出を上回っているにもかかわらず、ベックは、自分の会社は狡猾さと効率性を通じて競争できると信じています。

ロケットラボは現在、ニュートロンと呼ばれる大型ロケットを開発中で、来年の打ち上げが予定されています。このロケットは、SpaceXのファルコンと競合するように設計されており、13,000kgを軌道に乗せることができます。これは、現在の320kgの容量から大幅に増加しています。

ベック氏はまた、ロケット研究所が米国の防衛産業と結びついていることに対する批判にも言及した。彼は、ロケットラボが運営しているニュージーランドからの打ち上げには政府の承認が必要であることを明らかにしました。また、ロケットラボが責任を負うのはロケットだけで、ロケットが運ぶ貨物には責任がないことも強調しました。

Rocket Labの現在の主要プロジェクトは、NASAのPREFIRE衛星の打ち上げです。この衛星は遠赤外線波長での熱損失を測定し、気候変動モデルに貴重なデータを提供します。もう一つのミッションは、2機の宇宙船を火星に送り、その電離層を調べることです。

ベックは、生命の探索を目的とした金星への民間資金によるミッションに特に興奮しています。2020年のある研究では、ホスフィンという有機生命体が通常生成するガスが金星の雲の中に存在することが示唆されました。ベックは、この発見を確認するために金星に探査機を送りたいと考えています。

ベックは世界中で成功を収めたにもかかわらず、ニュージーランドでのルーツを誇りに思い、ニュージーランドの起業家たちにもっと大きなことを考え、地球規模の問題を解決するよう奨励しています。退職はまだまだ先の話ですが、ベックは当時大学への進学を検討していました。

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