• 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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수십 년 된 레고가 여전히 영국 해변으로 밀려오고 있습니다.

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영국 작가이자 해변 거민인 트레이시 윌리엄스 (Tracey Williams) 는 자신의 소셜 미디어 페이지인 레고 로스트 앳 씨 (Lego Lost At Sea) 를 사용하여 자신과 다른 사람들이 해변에 떠내려간 것을 발견한 레고 작품을 기록합니다.이 조각들은 1997년 화물선 유출 사고의 잔재입니다.윌리엄스는 폭풍이 몰아칠 때 유출이 발생한 콘월에 살고 있습니다.그녀는 플라스틱 오염 문제를 강조하기 위해 가능한 한 많은 레고 작품을 수집하고 녹음하는 것을 목표로 삼았습니다.

윌리엄스는 화물선이 네덜란드에서 미국으로 가던 중 콘월 해안 근처에서 심한 폭풍을 만났다고 설명했다.이 폭풍으로 인해 62개의 선적 컨테이너가 배에서 떨어졌으며, 그 중 하나에는 약 5백만 개의 레고 조각이 들어 있었습니다.당시 많은 사람들이 난장판을 치우는 데 도움을 주긴 했지만, 지금도 조각들이 발견되고 있습니다.

작은 오리발, 스쿠버 탱크, 구명 뗏목, 선박 장비 부품 등 레고 제품은 바다를 주제로 한 경우가 많습니다.이는 탐사 작업에 기발한 느낌을 더해줄 뿐만 아니라 플라스틱이 해안 환경에서 얼마나 오래 버틸 수 있는지를 잘 보여줍니다.윌리엄스는 이 사건을 주제로 “어드리프트: 바다에서 길을 잃은 레고에 관한 기묘한 이야기”라는 제목의 책을 썼습니다.

윌리엄스는 2010년 콘월로 이주한 후 레고 조각들이 여전히 해안에 밀려오고 있다는 사실에 놀랐습니다.그녀는 레고 작품을 녹음하기 위해 페이스북 페이지를 시작했고, 순식간에 많은 팔로워를 확보했습니다.레고 피스가 스페인과 프랑스 해안에 등장했다는 보고가 있었으며, 지금쯤이면 전 세계를 돌았을 수도 있다고 믿는 사람들도 있습니다.

Williams와 그녀의 팀은 현재 과학 논문을 위해 레고 조각이 발견된 위치를 매핑하고 있습니다.이 연구는 해류가 전 세계에서 어떻게 움직이는지 보여주는 것을 목표로 합니다.다른 연구에 따르면 이 조각들은 수백 년 동안 해양 환경에 남아 있을 수 있습니다.

재미있는 활동으로 시작한 레고 탐색을 통해 윌리엄스는 플라스틱 오염의 심각한 문제를 더 잘 알게 되었습니다.그녀와 아이들이 레고 조각을 찾던 중 바다와 해변에 있는 플라스틱의 양이 얼마나 많은지 알아차리기 시작했습니다.윌리엄스는 이 문제가 매우 중요하다고 생각하며, 자신의 작업을 통해 다른 사람들이 문제의 심각성을 깨닫는 데 도움이 되기를 희망합니다.

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