This issue is yet another Special Edition with a very good reason. The International Association for Engineering Geology and the Environment was founded in 1964 and it is therefore celebrating 60 years this year. The New Zealand Geotechnical Society has close links with the IAEG…
Toka Tū Ake EQC launches Natural Hazards Portal 29 August 2023 The Natural Hazards Portal launched by Toka Tū Ake EQC launched a website that makes it easier for New Zealanders to find information on natural hazard risks in their communities. This includes being able…
In this issue we have many papers from those in the earlier stages of their careers as well as those in the later stages passing on their wise words. Our NZGS Young Geotechnical Professionals who were not able to attend the Cairns conference were invited…
The major events of the Canterbury Earthquake Sequence (CES) caused significant land and building damage in Christchurch between September 2010 and December 2011. The extensive damage necessitated detailed ground investigations and liquefaction hazard assessments to inform repair and rebuild options. Relying solely on intrusive testing to provide sufficient…
