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Fish Futures offers real-world examples of how science and mātauranga Māori work together to understand and care for freshwater environments

We're delighted to present a new suite of resources from a collaboration with the team there - a shout-out to co-writers Dr Katharina (Kati) Doehring and Lauren Hitt

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IMAGE 1: Illustration of two young people in hoodies crouched by a lake. The lake is thriving with plants and critters. There are people fishing and involved in recreational activities and a marae in the background.

IMAGE 2: A grey kōura illustration in parts to create a 3d crustacean
Both: Fish Futures, © Cawthron Institute

IMAGE 3: A pile of golden brown fish (Morihana) on a white board with measurements
Rights: Dr Ian Kusabs
Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

Got kids kicking around the whare looking for something to do these holidays?
Check out our event pages - there are heaps of excellent exhibitions and experiences happening around the motu - and many are low-cost or free.

Head to A Peep Show of Birds or Dinosaurs: Surviving Extinction Tūhura Otago Museum; Rūaumoko: Restless land Whanganui Regional Museum; Nancy Adams: The Art of Seaweed Te Papa; or perhaps The Future of our Fruit in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland Museum?

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Thinking ahead to Term 4? Our September pānui is out with some excellent free PLD opportunities.
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Here's a blooming AMAZING opportunity from the Antarctic Heritage Trust
A once-in-a-lifetime trip to Antarctica’s Ross Sea in January 2027 to visit the bases of Captain Robert Falcon Scott and Sir Ernest Shackleton
Applications are due by 5 October
One for the 'yoof' 18-30 years old

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Picture: A group of people stand by rustic wooden hut at the edge of the ocean, with a cruise ship in the background

How can a multiple knowledge systems approach come to life in a secondary science classroom? What does it look like in practice, and how can we continue to grow this work in meaningful ways?
The recording of our last PLD webinar is now live for those who couldn't make it on the day
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Practical approaches to multiple knowledge systems in secondary science In this recorded professional learning session, Simone Marsters hosts secondary science kaiako from Green Bay High School (Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland), Lincoln High School (Waitaha Canterbury), and Well...

With the new curriculum bringing new opportunities and challenges for science teaching, knowing where to find quality support can make a big difference.

Join us on Thursday 15 October to hear from organisations dedicated to supporting primary teachers with the implementation of the science curriculum. They'll share resources, learning opportunities and classroom support
We'll be joined by experts from and

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Check out our interactive volcano maps - learn the te reo Māori name for your local volcano
Kia kaha te reo Māori. Ake Ake Ake!
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IMAGE: two interactive map background plates with maps of Aotearoa and Tāmaki Makaurau with tabs naming volcanoes

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Looking for advice on smart AI use in your classroom?
TENZ have The Teacher’s AI Toolkit webinar next Wed 23 September, 4–5 pm
They'll help you discover the right tool for the right task and to confidently use AI to support teaching, learning and workload.

https://bit.ly/4xOLpLw

TENZ - Technology Education New Zealand
IMAGE: A webinar flyer for The Teachers AI Kit with a thumbnail of the presenter Gail Cole, a QR code, and the cover of a book.