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Cultural approach to geosite evaluation

A unique convergence of ecological, geological and cultural values in South Auckland showcases the need to integrate multiple elements in volcanic site evaluations.

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Taking note of volcanic field work

From key points to dynamic diagrams and succinct summaries, the DEVORA Geology Field Note Series delves into various volcano-related issues in an easy-to-read one-page “note”.

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All roads lead to disruption following volcanic eruption

A multi-hazard scenario of an Auckland Volcanic Field (AVF) eruption reveals the potential impact on transport infrastructure and network users.

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Role model for post-volcanic eruption clean-up

Volcanic ash fall (tephra) can damage or even destroy buildings and infrastructure and threaten health and well-being, along with having a massive impact on both the local and national economy.

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DEVORA scenarios for volcanic risk mitigation

Several eruption scenarios set the scene for developing better volcanic risk mitigation and asset management practices.

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Dynamic approach to uncovering the potential eruption impact of base surges

Observations and numerical models can help explore the depositional mechanisms, macroscale current dynamics, and potential impact on the city of dilute pyroclastic density currents (PDCs) in the Auckland Volcanic Field (AVF).

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What lies beneath? Finding faults via ancient topography

A detailed study of the ancient and modern topography of New Zealand’s most populous city, Auckland, has revealed significant concealed fault offsets beneath the region’s volcanic field deposits.

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Assuming the mantle of eruption scale analyst

The scale of eruption in the Auckland Volcanic Field (AVF) appears to be controlled by the dynamics of the soft area (asthenosphere) of the upper mantle.

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Bore into the real value of ambient seismic noise

The orientation of horizontal components of borehole seismometers is unknown on installation. However, it is crucial to any multicomponent seismic analysis.

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Flow of Auckland data puts focus on volcano eruption rates

The rate of activity in the Auckland Volcanic Field (AVF) in the upper North Island of New Zealand has been increasing for the past 60,000 years, suggesting that the field is still in its infancy.

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Determining Volcanic Risk in Auckland

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Cultural approach to geosite evaluation

Taking note of volcanic field work

All roads lead to disruption following volcanic eruption

Role model for post-volcanic eruption clean-up

DEVORA scenarios for volcanic risk mitigation

Dynamic approach to uncovering the potential eruption impact of base surges

What lies beneath? Finding faults via ancient topography

Assuming the mantle of eruption scale analyst

Bore into the real value of ambient seismic noise

Flow of Auckland data puts focus on volcano eruption rates

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