The Bulletin

Papers in The Bulletin cover the full spectrum from seismology and geology through to applied earthquake engineering, including:

Studies of major historical earthquakes
Reconnaissance reports of recent earthquake events around the world
Technical papers which examine aspects of design and the performance of materials
Retrofitting and upgrading issues

The Bulletin offers scientific excellence at an affordable cost. Its editorial policy is to offer:

Peer reviewed articles
Low cost
Prompt publication
Articles for a broad readership

The Bulletin is included in the membership fee (see Join), or is available separately by subscription (See Subscriptions). The Bulletin plays an important role in furthering the advancement of the science and practice of earthquake engineering, and provides a forum for the exchange of ideas and expertise.

All publications can be ordered through the Society's Executive Officer.

Below are abstracts for on-line reading

40 (2007)

39 (2006)

There is a subject list and author list that cover Volumes 1 to 31.

The Society gratefully acknowledges the financial support provided by

The Earthquake Commission (EQC) for the publication of the Bulletin.

Bulletin Contributions

Contributors are requested to e-mail manuscripts directly to The Editor [editor @ nzsee - org - nz]. These should preferably be prepared using Microsoft Word, using the following instructions and template.

An abstract of about 200 words should be sent with each paper or article. Short notes intended for a feature section require no abstract.

A referee's opinion is sought on each paper offered for publication.

All orders for additional papers should be placed in writing when the paper is submitted.

Bulletin Exclusion Clause

The options expressed in this publication are those of individual contributors and are not necessarily endorsed by the New Zealand Society for Earthquake Engineering, its members or The Earthquake Commission (EQC).

Neither the Society, any of its members or EQC accept any liability whether in contract, tort (including negligence) or otherwise, in relation to any of the articles, reports or other materials contained in the Bulletin or any reliance that may be placed on their contents. No one should make use of or rely on any material contained in the Bulletin without seeking expert advice appropriate to his or her circumstances. Persons who do make use of or rely on any opinion, information or advice contained in the Bulletin do so at their own risk.