• 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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북극 해빙 해조류가 플라스틱을 끌어당긴다는 연구 결과가 나왔다

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플라스틱 생산량 감축에 대한 전 세계적 요구가 쏟아지는 가운데, 새로운 연구에 따르면 북극해 얼음과 퇴적물에 플라스틱이 많이 함유되어 있는 것으로 나타났습니다.

캔터베리 와이타하 대학교의 테웨어 와낭가 (Te Whare Wānanga) 과학자인 디오니 앨런 (Deonie Allen) 박사는 북극 해조류 멜로시라 북극을 발견한 국제 연구팀의 일원으로서 주변 바닷물보다 플라스틱 입자 농도가 10배나 높아 해양 생물을 위협하고 이 지역의 해양 식품에 의존하는 사람들을 플라스틱에 노출시킬 가능성이 있습니다.

해조류는 봄과 여름에 해빙 아래에서 번성합니다.그런 다음 플라스틱 입자를 가지고 죽어 수 킬로미터 떨어진 해저까지 덩어리로 떨어집니다.

먹이 그물 밑부분에 집중된 플라스틱 입자는 해수면의 해조류를 먹고 사는 생물뿐만 아니라 심해의 바닥에 사는 동물들에게도 위협이 됩니다.

해조류는 봄과 여름에 해빙 아래에서 빠르게 자라며 그곳에서 미터 길이의 세포 사슬을 형성합니다.세포가 죽고 얼음이 녹으면 서로 달라붙어 하루 만에 심해 바닥으로 가라앉을 수 있는 덩어리가 됩니다.

놀라운 결과는 조류 덩어리에 입방 미터당 평균 31,000± 19,000개의 미세 플라스틱 입자가 포함되어 있다는 것이었습니다. 이는 주변 물 농도의 약 10배입니다.

빙조류는 많은 심해 거주자에게 중요한 식품 공급원일 뿐만 아니라 해수면의 중요한 식품 공급원이기도 합니다. 이는 AWI가 참여한 초기 연구에서 알 수 있듯이 미세 플라스틱이 얼음과 관련된 동물플랑크톤 유기체 사이에 특히 널리 퍼진 이유를 설명할 수 있습니다.

팀은 국제 협력이 플라스틱 생산을 줄일 수 있기를 희망합니다.

크레딧: sunlive.co.nz

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