Alfred River Explained

The Alfred River is a river in New Zealand's Tasman region. It runs west-southwest from its source in the Spenser Mountains to its junction with the Maruia River. The schist in the river contains hornblende.[1] The area has a temperate oceanic climate.[2] Gold is said to have been found in the area.

References

  1. Book: Regional Metamorphism in South-east Nelson. John James Reed. 16 - 17. 1958. New Zealand Department of Scientific and Industrial Research.
  2. Web site: Mt Baldy, Springs Junction, Buller District, West Coast Region, New Zealand . 2022-05-02 . www.mindat.org.

-42.35°N 186°W

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