• 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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      OpotikiOpotiki iSiteKawerauWhakatane

      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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調査船タンガロアは、ファカアリ/ホワイト火山とトゥーワ/マヨール島の火山の火山系を研究する最後の旅に乗り出しました。これはGNS Scienceが主導するビハインド・ザ・ウェーブズ・プログラムの一部です。目的は、降灰、火砕流、地すべり、津波などの潜在的な火山イベントの引き金、危険、影響についてより深く理解することです。

GNSサイエンス、スクリップス海洋研究所、および2人のBLAKE GNSアンバサダーの科学者は、3月28日から4月12日までの間、200個の海底電磁センサーのうち残りの39個を設置します。これらのセンサーは、火山に栄養を与えるマグマ系の画像を提供し、熱水噴出が活発な地域を特定します。

GNS Scienceの上級火山地球物理学者でプログラムリーダーのCraig Millerによると、過去の噴火の頻度、規模、原因に関する新しい情報は、これまでの航海ですでに明らかになっています。初期の分析では、ファカアリの北西にマグマと思われる深層流体の痕跡があることが明らかになっています。これが事実であれば、今後の火山の監視方法に影響が及ぶ可能性がある。この地域の地震活動は、火山活動の増加を示している可能性があります。

海底堆積物サンプルから得られた暫定的な結果から、1800年代以降に記録された噴火と比較して、過去数千年の間に噴火が大きかったことが示唆されている。研究チームは今、これらの噴火が本土に灰を運ぶのに十分な規模であったかどうかを調査したいと考えています。

以前の水中調査のデータにより、以前に熱水活動が行われた場所や、熱水流体の活発な水中浸透場所が特定されている。これらの知見は、スカイテムシステムを使用して2023年初頭に実施された空中調査とあわせて、火山全体にわたる過去と現在の熱水活動をマッピングするのに役立ちます。この情報を使用して、岩石が弱くなった地域や過去に地すべりが発生した場所を示す正確な3Dモデルを作成します。地すべりは噴火を引き起こしたり津波を引き起こしたりする可能性があるため、これは非常に重要です。

「地下イメージングは、堅牢な数値シミュレーションとモデルに貢献しています。将来の火山イベントからベイ・オブ・プレンティに考えられる複数のシナリオを評価するために、これらのモデルを使用し始めています」とCraig氏は言います。「これらの火山災害の確率と影響を判断できれば、火山災害が発生したときによりよく備えることができます。」

Beneath the Wavesプログラムは、さまざまな大学や緊急事態管理機関の協力者が協力して実施しているGNS主導の取り組みです。

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