Planting the Future – Restoring the Kākāriki Korowai of Te Puia
Continuing from my introductory story about my arrival at Te Puia (Hot Water Beach) in 1964, I will explore the reasons why I became so passionate about restoring the biodiversity of the enchanted Te Puia Pā site.
Love your food, love your wallet
Every time we throw food away, we’re not just tossing scraps we’re throwing away money, resources, and a chance to care for our environment.
Beneath the Waves
The ocean floor suddenly comes to life – a grey winged creature unveils itself. It takes flight, gliding effortlessly along the sand.
A Nose for a Nuisance Weed – Brought to you by the Department of Conservation (DOC)
Wink is a one-eyed Conservation Dog from Invercargill with an important job: detecting pests and sniffing out Spartina grass.
His well-tuned nose has brought him up all the way up to Hauraki and Coromandel.
Language Series – From Old English to Te Reo Māori
The languages that we use are not inanimate objects or meaningless tools that we use as a means to an end. They are an extension of culture, containing all the different ways to describe, categorise, and interpret the world.