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      • Auckland
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      • Taranaki
      • Wellington
      • West Coast
      • Nelson
      • Canterbury
      • Otago
      • Marlborough
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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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오클랜드시, 시민들에게 금붕어 수로 방출 중단 요청

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오클랜드시는 지역 주민들에게 금붕어와 수족관 식물을 수로로 방출하는 것을 멈춰달라고 요청했다.
금붕어와 수족관 식물은 호수와 개울로 들어가 자연 환경과 수질을 파괴한다.

오클랜드시에서 수로 등지에서 침입성 물고기를 제거하는 일을 맡고 있는 피터 윌콕스(Peter Wilcox)씨는 는 야생으로 방출된 금붕어가 많다고 지적했다.
“웨스턴 스프링스(West Springs)에서 마지막으로 확인된 어획량 중 가장 작은 크기는 30cm, 최대 40cm였고 무게는 1kg 미만-1.8kg에 달했다.

“상점에서 10달러면 살 수 있는 금붕어지만 시청은 전체 도시의 편익을 위한 관리의 일환으로 수천 달러의 비용을 써야한다. 실로 무책임한 일이고 이는 사실상 환경 파괴에 해당한다.”

금붕어는 애완 동물 가게에서 4.50달러에도 구입할 수 있지만 수조 등 금붕어에 필요한 공간을 생각하면 놀라기 쉽상이다.

할리우드 피시 팜 마운트 로스킬(Hollywood Fish Farm Mt Roskill)을 운영 중인 비키 퍼거슨( Vicky Ferguson)씨는 이러한 문제를 여러 번 봐왔다.
“구입 시에는 아주 작은 크기이기 때문에 사람들은 수조에 금붕어를 많이 넣을 수 있다고 생각한다. 그러나 몸집이 커지면서 수조 안 공간은 좁아지게 된다.”

호수나 개울가로 유입된 금붕어들은 식물을 망가뜨리고 토종 물고기와도 식량을 놓고 경쟁하게 된다. 또한 퇴적물을 휘저어 물을 흐리게 만든다.

오클랜드시 담수 생태학자 벨린다 스터드홀름(Belinda Studholme)씨는 물고기뿐 아니라 탱크에 들어있는 식물도 문제라고 꼬집었다.
“수질을 완전히 파괴하고 용존 산소, pH 등 연못을 변화시킨다. 다른 모든 토종 식물을 배제하고 연못이 토종 물고기가 살기에 적합하지 않는 환경으로 만든다.”

퍼거슨씨는 수로에 물고기를 버리는 대신, 양도 또는 더 큰 수조 및 연못을 가진 사람들에게 입양보내라고 조언했다.

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