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CONFERENCE PROGRAMME FIRST CIRCULAR
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PARTICIPATING
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FIRST AND ONLY CIRCULAR
The 2004 annual conferences of the
Geological Society of New Zealand and the New Zealand
Geophysical Society will be held jointly with the 26th New
Zealand Geothermal Workshop at the Great Lake Centre, Taupo,
from Monday 6th to Thursday 9th December. We invite anyone
with an interest in geology to attend the conference. An
entertaining social programme and 7 field trips are planned.
The New Zealand Geothermal Association Symposium will be
held at the same venue on Friday 10th December under a
separate registration (contact S.White_at_irl.cri.nz).
The conference will start with full
day fieldtrips on Monday 6th December. Talks and posters
will be presented in the Theatre, Main Hall, East Wing, and
Rimu Room of the Great Lake Centre, starting with an opening
ceremony at 08:00 am on Tuesday 7th December and finishing
at about 5:30 pm on Thursday 9th December. Multi-day
fieldtrips depart from Thursday evening onwards. Session themes will cover the full,
diverse range of geological, geophysical, geothermal and
interdisciplinary topics. There will be invited plenary
speakers and a free public lecture. Evening activities
include an Icebreaker, and the GEO3
Conference Dinner, where the society awards will be
presented. A separate New Zealand Geothermal Association
dinner will be held on Thursday 9th (see below). The scientific programme will
include all aspects of the earth sciences. A relevance to
New Zealand, Antarctica or the SW Pacific is desirable but
not essential. We have identified several possible topics
for symposia, but the final programme themes will reflect
the breadth of papers submitted. Plenary speakers are
planned for each morning and concurrent sessions will run
for the rest of each day. Registrants will be restricted to
presenting a maximum of one talk and one poster. Registrants
may be co-authors on additional abstracts, but not present
them. Talks Non-plenary speakers will be
allotted 20 minutes in which to complete both presentation
and discussion. Speakers are urged to rehearse their talks
and keep them to 15 minutes or less to allow time for
questions. One screen, one slide projector, an overhead
projector, and one multi-media projector for PowerPoint will
be available in each room. Speakers using PowerPoint are
strongly advised to use common fonts (e.g. Arial, Times New
Roman), keep presentations simple and bring backup overhead
transparencies in the event of problems. Speakers are also
invited to upload their presentations well in advance of
screening times: facilities will be available at the Great
Lake Centre from 8 am Monday 6th and at the Icebreaker.
Posters It is intended that all posters will
be displayed for the entire duration of the conference in
the Main Hall. Morning and afternoon teas will be served in
the poster area. Each poster must be no more than 120 cm
long in any direction (i.e. maximum size A0, either portrait
or landscape format). Please bring your own supply of map
pins or velcro stickers (either will work) for mounting.
Posters should be put up early on Tuesday morning and taken
down on Thursday afternoon. If poster numbers are too large,
there will be a changeover at Wednesday lunchtime.
The 26th annual New Zealand
Geothermal Workshop will be held on Wednesday and Thursday
as part of the combined conference. As per usual, there will
be a Proceedings volume for the Geothermal Workshop that
contains papers up to 6 pages in length. The abstracts only
from these papers will be published in the
GEO3 abstract and programme volume, and
the NZ Geothermal Workshop Proceedings Volume will be
available to all participants at an extra cost ($50).
Intending authors for the NZ Geothermal Workshop need to
contact Stuart Simmons sf.simmons_at_auckland.ac.nz
regarding instructions to authors and deadlines.
Registration will be handled by the GEO3
team, on the single combined registration form. The
Geothermal Workshop-Geothermal Association dinner will be
held on Thursday 9th December; contact Stuart Simmons for
details. Participation and travel
grants We are keen that as many students as
possible participate in this conference. Students pay a
reduced registration fee and the societies are also able to
financially assist students with travel to the conference.
The amount allocated to each student depends on distance
travelled and the number of applicants; students must be
GSNZ/NZGS members and be presenting a talk or poster at the
conference. See the society web sites for details.
Oral and poster
awards All authors presenting a talk or
poster who have registered as students will be eligible for
society awards for best oral and poster presentations as
long as they are dominantly responsible for content and
presentation. See the society web sites for eligibility and
details. The Geological Society of New
Zealand will hold its 2004 AGM in the Theatre, Great Lake
Centre, at 5:10 pm on Wednesday 8th December. Conference delegates are responsible
for booking their own accommodation. A wide variety of
hotel, motel, hostel, campground and bed and breakfast
accommodation options is available in Taupo. Since this is a
tourist town, accommodation tends to fill up quickly in
summer, so early booking is advised. Those in the centre of
town are within easy walking distance of the Great Lake
Centre. The website www.jasons.co.nz/destinations/taupo
is suggested as a good starting point. We have put together
a short list
of suitable accommodation within easy walking distance of
the Great Lake Centre. In addition to these, you might also
like to consider As a sponsor to the Geological
Society of New Zealand Annual Conference The Cove is
delighted to invite delegates to experience luxurious
accommodation, attentive service, and exemplary dining at
The Landing, its own absolutely lakefront restaurant.
Mention you are a delegate upon booking and enjoy suite
accommodation (either single, double or twin share,
including spa-pool tucked away on a private balcony) at $185
inclusive of GST per night (full rate $285), or book dinner
at The Landing during your conference and receive one glass
of house wine per diner with our compliments. To book phone
0508 THECOVE or visit www.thecove.co.nz
for general information. Suite availability limited, some
studio accommodation also available. Note that there is no accompanying
persons programme or crèche for this conference, but
accompanying persons are welcome on fieldtrips and at social
events, provided places are booked and paid for on the
registration form. Icebreaker Evening Conference Dinner The rest of the evenings are free to
sample the many restaurants, bars and other entertainments
that Taupo has to offer. Many of these are located within 10
minutes walk of the conference venue. Air New Zealand www.airnz.co.nz
has regular flights to Taupo from Auckland and Wellington,
but it does pay to book early. Taupo is about four hours
drive south of Auckland and five hours north of Wellington.
Participants in pre-conference fieldtrips 2 & 3 must
plan to arrive on Sunday night. Those on pre-conference trip
1 can be picked up at Taupo airport on Monday morning (see
below). Pre-conference trip 4 departs Palmerston North on
Sunday 5th at 9:30 am. Note that oral and poster
presentations are planned to start at 8:30 am on Tuesday and
finish at about 5 pm on Thursday; flight and accommodation
bookings should be made to take account of these. Airport
shuttles meet departing and arriving flights (cost $12 per
person, but cheaper per group); allow 10 minutes non-stop
vehicle travel from the airport to the town. A range of 1 and 2 day pre
conference field trips are being offered. Trips 2 & 3
will leave from outside the Great Lake Centre on Monday 6th
December at 8:30 am, and will return in time for the
Icebreaker. Fieldtrip 1 will leave the Great Lake Centre at
9:30 am and travel via Taupo airport to meet people off the
first flights from Auckland (arrives at 9:15 am) and
Wellington (arrives at 10:00 am). Trip 4 will leave
Palmerston North on Sunday 5th December at 9:30 am and
arrive in Taupo in time for the Monday Icebreaker. Bring
light boots and clothing appropriate for short walks in
potentially cold and wet weather on all trips. All
conference attendees get a fieldtrip guide. The cost of
trips 1-4 covers transport, lunch and background material.
Please contact individual trip
leaders for additional information. All fieldtrips have
minimum and maximum numbers, so please book early to avoid
disappointment. Note: All email
addresses have been altered so that the recipient will not
be inundated with spam. When using an email address, replace
_at_ with @ Fieldtrip 1. Taupo volcano Designed for the beginner, this tour
will reveal some of the diversity and interactions between
volcanism, fluvial and tectonic processes around the local
Taupo area. Within a 15 km radius of Taupo we will examine
and discuss: diversity of 1.8 ka Taupo eruption phases and
styles; post-eruption sedimentary response; the post-1.8 ka
Lake Taupo neotectonic 'spirit-level'; cryptodome
emplacement of Hipaua dacite (visit to Tauhara quarry); and
geological snapshots of palaeoclimate and distal
volcanism. Minimum/maximum numbers: 11/24 Fieldtrip 2. Waiotapu/Waimangu
natural geothermal features This field trip will visit 3
geothermal systems Ohaaki-Broadlands, Waiotapu and Waimangu.
Ohaaki-Broadlands is exploited to produce 108 MW of
electrical energy from 17 bores. Waiotapu is an unexploited
geothermal system and an array of surface geothermal
features will be seen; characterised by moderate-large
upflows of chloride waters and steam heated features. Small
to moderate hydrothermal eruptions occurred in this area
6-700 years ago. Waimangu occupies the southern portion of
the 1886 Tarawera Rift, where basaltic magma was intruded
through an active geothermal system, however with no surface
expression at that time. Since 1886 the area has developed
surface geothermal features that have ranged from warm
ground, to boiling springs, large scale geysers and crater
lakes. Many hydrothermal eruptions have occurred in this
area. The two large crater lakes display unique interrelated
behaviour over a 38 day period. Minimum/maximum numbers: 20/40 Fieldtrip 3. Geothermal energy
use in the TVZ Geothermal energy in the Taupo
Volcanic Zone is exploited for a number of industrial and
economic uses in addition to tourism. These include
electrical power generation, aquaculture, horticulture,
timber processing and tourism. This field trip will visit a
number of locations around Taupo. Minimum/maximum numbers: 20/40 Fieldtrip 4. Ruapehu lahars This field trip will concentrate on
the volcaniclastics of the Ruapehu ring-plain and the hazard
they present to the region. The first day will concentrate
on the south-eastern sector. The second day will involve the
northern sector and include the Tongariro ring-plain.
Volcanic debris-avalanche, pyroclastic-flow, laharic,
tephric and fluvial deposits will be examined including the
Onetapu, Tufa Trig, Murimotu and Te Whaiau
Formations). Minimum/maximum numbers: 11/24 POST CONFERENCE
MULTI-DAY FIELD TRIPS These trips will leave at various
times from Thursday to Friday. Costs cover all transport,
food and accommodation (based on twin-share standard). All
trips leave (and return) from the Great Lake Centre at the
specified times; other pickups/drop-offs may be arranged
with the trip leaders. For additional information contact
the trip leaders directly. All trips have minimum and
maximum numbers, so book early. Note that travel and
accommodation arrangements after the finish time of the trip
are the responsibility of individual participants (see
comments under accommodation above). Fieldtrip 5. King Country-eastern
Taranaki: The last on-land geological frontier in NZ. This trip will be the first ever
GSNZ-sponsored geological excursion to the heart of the
southern King Country and eastern Taranaki. The route takes
us from Taupo-Taumarunui-Stratford-Hawera via the
picturesque Tangarakau Gorge, including one night in the
Republic of Whangamomona, staying at the famed hotel. The
geological units to be inspected are all Neogene in age and
sedimentary in character, including Mahoenui Gp, Mokau Gp,
Mt Messenger Fm, Urenui Fm, Kiore Fm, Matemateaonga Fm, and
Tangahoe Fm. These units are arranged into four 2nd or 3rd
order sequences, the upper two representing northward
progradation of two continental margin wedges, comprised of
shelf and slope components. Minimum/maximum numbers: 16/23 Fieldtrip 6. Neogene
sedimentation in the tectonically evolving North Island
axial ranges &endash; insights from Kuripapango and Ngamatea
Station, Taihape-Napier Road This trip will sample the geological
delights of a little travelled part of the central North
Island, crossing the historic inland road from Napier to
Taihape. During the Neogene this area experienced a complex
interplay of tectonics and sedimentation adjacent to, and
atop, the evolving greywacke ranges, that now form the
Ruahine, Kaweka and Kaimanawa Ranges. Much of the area was a
seaway during the Neogene &endash; the so-called Kuripapango
Strait, a marine corridor between island archipelagos of the
proto-Kaweka and Proto-Ruahine landmasses. During the trip a
range of fluvial to marine rocks of Late Miocene to basal
Pleistocene age will be visited, including both
siliciclastic and carbonate lithofacies. The intention is to
also visit the Miroroa Thrust, a spectacular thrust complex
incorporating Torlesse basement rocks thrust over Nukumaruan
marine beds. The trip costs cover accommodation
on the first night in Napier on a twin share basis, and
there after in DoC hut or forestry accommodation.
Participants will require sleeping bags, eating utensils,
and usual field gear. Cost covers transport and meals (but
not the first nights meal in Napier). Minimum/maximum numbers: 5/12 Fieldtrip 7. Caldera volcanism in
the Taupo Volcanic Zone This 3-day trip will concentrate on
post-0.34 Ma caldera volcanism in central TVZ, looking at
the geometry and structural control of calderas, and their
eruptive stratigraphy. We will visit key exposures of
ignimbrite outflow sheets where deposit characteristics
enable us to determine the nature and timing of collapse
events, and some information regarding sub-caldera geology.
Evening discussion topics will be 'caldera development in
TVZ' and 'magma-chamber characteristics beneath caldera
volcanoes'. Minimum/maximum numbers: 11/24 The cost of basic registration
includes morning and afternoon teas, a copy of the abstract
volume and field trip guides, and admission to the
Icebreaker. The conference dinner, accommodation, and all
fieldtrips are not included in basic
registration. It is essential that we receive
registration
forms and payment from
speakers, poster presenters, and participants in any social
events or fieldtrips no later than 5 pm Thursday 30
September 2004. Abstracts must also be received by this
date. Basic registration is possible after 30 September but
fees are higher. We prefer that abstracts are emailed but
please note that registration forms must be posted;
telephone and Internet registrations are not being offered.
Upon receipt of the completed registration form and payment
of the exact fees, an acknowledgment will be sent to the
registrant by email. A tax receipt will be provided in the
registration pack. Payment & refunds Cancellations received before 3
November will be refunded 50% of fees paid. No refunds can
be guaranteed after this date. Substitute attendees are
acceptable, but notice must be given in writing to the
Conference Organisers. One page abstracts are required for
all talks and posters, including plenary presentations.
Abstracts will be published in the Conference Programme and
Abstracts Volume (A4 size black and white reproduction) as a
Geological Society of New Zealand Miscellaneous Publication.
Please ensure that your abstract is reviewed internally or
by co-authors prior to submission. Only abstracts from bona
fide registrants will be published in the programme and
abstracts volume. All abstracts must be with the
conference organisers by Thursday 30 September.
Indicate on the form and in your email if you prefer your
presentation to be made as a talk or poster. We will try and
accommodate your preferences; and will confirm in advance of
the conference what sort of presentation you have been
allocated. We prefer that abstracts are sent by
email as an attachment (preferably formatted Microsoft Word;
plain text if not) to gsnz-2004@gns.cri.nz
with GEO3 abstract, whether it's a talk, poster,
and/or student paper in the subject line eg: GEO3
abstract - talk - student Formatting for abstracts should be
as follows: A. Geologist1
& W.E.T. Field-assistant2 We went out in the pouring
rain and freezing wind, dodging mad sheep, to find some
rocks. When we did, I hit them with my big hammer. From this
we deduced that we needed more money for a big expensive
machine that goes 'ping' in order to obtain some real data.
The rest of the year was spent writing (unsuccessful) grant
proposals….. Note that Space for booths is available in the
Main Hall at the Great Lake Centre. We welcome enquiries
from those who wish to reserve space. Please contact the
Sponsorship Officer, Brent Alloway, for more information.
(b.alloway_at_gns.cri.nz). The Geological Society of New
Zealand, New Zealand Geophysical Society, New Zealand
Geothermal Workshop and Conference Organising Committee
accept no responsibility for injury, accident, illness or
death to, or financial loss by, any person attending the
conference or field trips, whatever the reason. All
insurance is the responsibility of individual
registrants. Note: All email addresses have been
altered so that the recipient will not be inundated with
spam. When using an email address, replace _at_ with @
Conference Convenor: Vern Manville
(gsnz-2004@gns.cri.nz) Registration: Diane Tilyard
(gsnz-2004@gns.cri.nz) Scientific Programme: Paul White
(p.white_at_gns.cri.nz) Fieldtrips: contact individual field
trip leaders Social Events: Tamara Tait
(t.tait_at_gns.cri.nz) and Geoff Kilgour
(g.kilgour_at_gns.cri.nz) Sponsorship: Brent Alloway
(b.alloway_at_gns.cri.nz) Web site: Nick Mortimer
(n.mortimer_at_gns.cri.nz) Web Address:
www.gsnz.org.nz/gsconference.htm The postal and telephone numbers for
GNS is: Institute of Geological &
Nuclear Sciences, Wairakei Research Centre, Private Bag
2000, Taupo.
An Icebreaker (hangi with drinks) will be held at the AC
Baths complex between 6.00 and 8.00 pm on Monday 6th
December (bring your togs and a towel). The cost of the
Icebreaker is included in the conference registration price.
Accompanying persons are welcome, but must be booked and
paid for on the registration form.
The conference dinner will be held in the Great Lake
Centre. Pre-dinner drinks will be available from 7.00 pm,
and dinner will be served at 7.30 pm. The cost of the
Conference Dinner is not included in the standard
registration price and places must be booked and paid for
separately.
Leader: Mike Rosenberg (m.rosenberg_at_gns.cri.nz)
Cost $25.
Departs: Great Lake Centre, Monday 6th December at 9:30
am
Returns: To the AC Baths in time for the Icebreaker evening.
Leader: Brad Scott (b.scott_at_gns.cri.nz)
Cost $25.
Departs: Great Lake Centre, Monday 6th December at 8:30
am
Returns: To the AC Baths in time for the Icebreaker evening.
Leader: Ed Mroczek (e.mroczek_at_gns.cri.nz)
Cost $25.
Departs: Great Lake Centre, Monday 6th December at 8:30
am
Returns: To the AC Baths in time for the Icebreaker evening.
Leaders: Shane J. Cronin, J.A. Lecointre and V.E. Neall
(s.j.cronin_at_massey.ac.nz)
Cost $175.
Departs: Palmerston North, Sunday 5th December at 9:30
am
Arrives: Taupo, Monday 6th December at approx. 5:30 pm.
Leaders: Peter Kamp (p.kamp_at_waikato.ac.nz), Adam
Vonk and Cam Nelson.
Cost $350 (included accommodation and meal on night
of Thursday 9th).
Departs: Great Lake Centre, Taupo, Thursday 9th Dec,
following the closing of the conference.
Returns: Various departure points, including Hawera (mid-day
Sunday 12th); New Plymouth airport (afternoon Sunday);
Hamilton airport or town late afternoon/early evening
Sunday; possibly van returning to Taupo (Sunday evening).
Details depend on participants, who are asked to communicate
with leaders ahead of the conference.
Leader: Greg Browne (g.browne_at_gns.cri.nz)
Cost $225.
Departs: Thursday 9 December, Great Lake Centre, Taupo at
the conclusion of the conference,
Returns: Sunday 12 December, Taupo approx. 5 pm. If there is
sufficient interest a vehicle could return to Napier also by
5 pm.
Leaders: Jim Cole (j.cole_at_geol.canterbury.ac.nz),
Karl Spinks and Graham Leonard
Cost $350.
Departs: 8:30 am, Friday 10 December, Great Lake Centre,
Taupo
Returns: Sunday 12 December, Taupo approx. 5 pm. People may
also disembark in Rotorua if they wish.
Fees may be paid by Mastercard, Visa or cheque drawn on
a New Zealand bank (payable to "GSNZ Annual Conference").
Cash or foreign bank drafts cannot be accepted.
1New Zealand Geological Survey, PO Box
666, Lower Hutt.
2Dept. of Geology, University of Aotearoa, PO Box
1841, Waitangi.
(a.geologist@nzgs.dsir.nz)
ph +64-7-374 8211 fax +64-7-374 8199
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