I can’t bear to go past & see all the artificial turf 😢

Oh is that the one from outside SBS? In that case it’s Parkinson’s rata - Metrosideros parkinsonii - rare spp sourced from Hauturu.Bruce was chasing the gardener on that one…

I think it might be the Tahitian one - Meterosideros collina

The changing distribution & uses of Raupō #indigenousknowledge#Aotearoa

The common raupō once kept NZ’s wetlands and lakes thriving – now it could help restore them

Māori used all parts of raupō for weaving and food, but the plant also kept lakes healthy. This connection between cultural and ecological roles means its fate is closely linked with people.

Some major red flags in here - "The Government’s former science advisers say this [cuts to science sector], paired with ministers ignoring official advice and research on the impacts of their policies, shows the Government views data and evidence as “inconvenient”"

‘Inconvenient truths' stall naming PM’s science chief

A Government committed to data-based decisions has cut nearly 400 science roles, while the PM's own expert position has sat vacant for months.

Interesting thought piece on AI use in Universities: "By claiming ownership over student IP, Turnitin also profits from Indigenous students’ ideas. But this threatens Indigenous data sovereignty – that data produced by or about Indigenous communities should be governed by those communities." 🧪

Clones in the classroom: why universities must be wary of embracing AI-driven teaching tools

Big EdTech is increasingly filling a gap left by university underfunding. But tertiary stakeholders must question whether such “solutions” really contribute to a university education.

Really great article outlining new research on the public and Māori perspectives on gene technology (e.g. pest control, conservation). Some really interesting insights - including more transparency from the science community. 🧪🌏

NZ’s government plans to lift a ban on gene tech outside the lab – here’s what people think

Discussions about the rules governing genetic technology in New Zealand remain complex. But they need not be marked by conflict, as long as people’s views and values are genuinely considered.

I think George street is a really good example of co-design with hapū & getting multiple outcomes with urban greening. Good way to socialise incorporating- but definitely need to be thinking about green rather than automatically going hard infrastructure- nature-based solutions more resilient

Taken time to reflect on the #WorldGreenInfrastructureCongress#Aotearoa#TāmakiMākaurau - hoping the local presence means a push forward. 🌏🧪

NZ Mistletoes provide awesome habitat for insects & resources for birds - they need better PR & could boost the value of exotic trees...#biodiversity #Aotearoa

NZ mistletoes are parasites but not villains – they’re vital for birds and insects during winter

The benefits of leafy mistletoes for wintering arthropods include shelter from extreme weather and hungry birds as well as a more humid microclimate to avoid desiccation.