New Zealand topographic maps
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Napier
The topography puts Napier in danger from a tsunami, as the centre of the commercial city is near sea level – should the sea ever crest Marine Parade, the sea would run through to Ahuriri. Furthermore, by virtue of its pre-1931 existence, the bulk of Napier is susceptible to soil liquefaction, the risk…
Average elevation: 12 m

Merrivale
New Zealand > Southland > Southland District > Tuatapere Te Waewae Community
Average elevation: 192 m

Murray Beach
New Zealand > Southland > Southland District > Stewart Island / Rakiura Community
Average elevation: 48 m

Auckland
The Auckland Volcanic Field has contributed greatly to the growth and prosperity of the Auckland Region since the area was settled by humans. Initially, the maunga (scoria cones) were occupied and established as pā (fortified settlements) by Māori due to the strategic advantage their elevation provided in…
Average elevation: 32 m

Christmas Village
New Zealand > Southland > Southland District > Stewart Island / Rakiura Community
Average elevation: 85 m

Castle Hill
New Zealand > Southland > Southland District > Northern Community
Average elevation: 569 m