Plate tectonics of Zealandia

Plate tectonics affects basic features of life on Earth, from our landscapes to our climates, hazards and natural resources. Earthquakes, volcanoes and mountain formations reveal glimpses of active tectonic processes.

However, new research into the reshaping of the poorly known continent of Zealandia between 50 and 20 million years ago (the largest plate reshuffle we know about) is providing fresh insights into plate tectonics.

Join Victoria University of Wellington’s Professor Rupert Sutherland in this free talk as he explains how scientific drilling and exploration of this area has provided new insight into how plate tectonics work.

Registrations are required.

Venue: Lecture Theatre 1 (TTRLT1), Te Toki a Rata, Gate 7, Kelburn Parade, Victoria University of Wellington

For further information and to register: www.victoria.ac.nz/events/2018/07/plate-tectonics-of-zealandia