• 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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Hiniling ng mga turista na tulungan bilang ang mga balyena sa Kaikōura

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Isinasaalang-alang mo ba ang pagbilang ng mga balyena bilang isang masayang aktibidad sa taglamig? Ang Great Kaikōura Whale Count sa New Zealand ay naghahanap ng mga boluntaryo mula 27 Hunyo hanggang 10 Hulyo. Sinimulan ng Kaikōura Ocean Research Institute (KORI) ang proyektong ito noong 2020 nang sarado ang mga kumpanya ng paglalakbay dahil sa mga paghihigpit sa Covid-19.

Ang layunin ng proyekto ay upang tantyahin ang bilang ng mga balyena na lumipat sa pagitan ng kanilang mga lugar ng pagpapakain sa Timog Karagatan malapit sa Antarctica at ang kanilang mga lugar ng pag-aanak sa mas mainit na klima. Ang bilang ay huminto sa loob ng isang taon dahil sa kakulangan ng pondo, ngunit kinumpirma ng direktor ng KORI na si Dr. Jody Weir na naka-secure ang pondo mula sa Kaikōura District Council.

Halos 200 mga boluntaryo mula sa buong bansa ang tumutulong sa taunang bilang. Sa loob ng tatlong taon na isinagawa nito, napansin ni KORI ang pagtaas sa bilang ng mga balyena, kabilang ang mga humpbacks, at isang malaking bilang ng mga buga. “Sa pinakamahusay na araw sa 2022, binibilang namin ang 40 humpbacks at mayroong orca, sperm whales at blue whales,” sabi ni Dr. Weir.

Noong Mayo 2020, ang mga lokal na operator ng turismo na WhaleWatch at Dolphin Encounter ay sarado dahil sa Covid, ngunit lumilipat pa rin ang mga balyena. Ang mga taong hindi nagtatrabaho at tumatanggap ng mga subsidyo ng gobyerno ay ipinadala upang tulungan, kasama ang mga turista na natigil sa lugar.

Nakatanggap ang KORI ng grant mula sa konseho upang pondohan ang ilang mga internship, na nagpapahintulot sa mga estudyante na tumulong sa pagpapatakbo ng mga inisyatibo, kabilang Araw-araw, mula Hunyo 27 hanggang 10 Hulyo, makikita ng mga boluntaryo ang mga balyena sa istasyon ng monitoring sa Kaikōura Peninsula mula 10am hanggang 4pm, kung pahintulot ang panahon.

Isang session ng pagsasanay ang gaganapin sa Kaikoura Museum sa 27 Hunyo, at magkakaroon ng mga libreng kaganapan upang ipagdiwang ang mga balyena sa Sabado, 29 Hunyo, at Linggo, 7 Hulyo. Para sa karagdagang impormasyon, maaari kang makipag-ugnay sa gkwc2024@gmail.com.

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