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      • 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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タウランガのオーロラ愛好家が警戒中

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今夜、タウランガのスカイウォッチャーたちは、オーロラ・オーストラリスとしても知られるオーロラを見ることができるかどうかを心待ちにしています。南の地平線を横切るこの美しい光景は、この地域では珍しい光景です。この現象は、最近いくつかのコロナ質量放出 (CME) を地球に向けて放出した活発な黒点の大規模なグループのおかげです。

オーロラ・オーストラリスは、太陽からの荷電粒子が地球の磁場や大気と相互作用することで引き起こされる見事な光のショーです。これらの粒子、主に電子と陽子は大気中のガスと衝突し、夜空に緑、ピンク、紫、赤の鮮やかな色を作り出します。

タウランガ天文学会のデビッド・グレイグ会長は、これらのCMEは週末に到着する予定で、南の空に素晴らしいオーロラ現象が起きる可能性があると言います。彼は心配する必要はないと安心させてくれます。今こそオーストラリアオーロラを見る良い機会です。

Davidは、黒点と太陽活動は約11年ごとにピークに達し、現在はピークに近づいていると説明しています。これらの黒点は太陽風を増加させ、美しいオーロラをもたらします。最後のピークは2013年に発生し、次のピークは2023年から2025年の間に発生すると予想されています。

このイベントは、Transpower 社が激しい宇宙嵐のための「送電網緊急事態」通知と同時に発生しました。ニュージーランドの電力網を運営する同機関は、今週末に大規模な太陽活動により地磁気嵐が地球に影響を及ぼす可能性があると警告している。

Davidは、CMEは予測不可能だが、黒点が多数または大きい場合に発生することが多いと指摘している。さらに、オーロラ活動は3月と9月の分点付近で発生しやすいと付け加えています。オーロラを見るには、明るい光から離れた暗い場所から南を見るべきです。オーロラはもっと南から見るのが一番ですが、極端な活動をしているときには、さらに北から見たり写真を撮ったりできます。

地元の写真家ジョン・ファン・デル・ブロークは、2023年11月にマウンガタプの自宅からオーロラを撮影しましたが、また撮影する予定です。

リアルタイムの宇宙天気ニュースを提供するサイトSolarham.comは、追跡していた宇宙嵐について報告しました。同サイトの広報担当者は、「2003年のハロウィン大嵐以来初めて、極限の(G5)地磁気嵐の閾値に達した」と語った。

デイビッドは現在、オーロラの発生が予想される時期の予測を監視しています。最新情報については、Facebookのニュージーランド・オーロラ・オーストラリスのページをフォローすることを勧めています。

理想的な観察条件が予測されれば、今夜は自然が空を鮮やかな色に染める中、息をのむようなショーが開催されるかもしれません。

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