The term ‘sea slug’ may be bring up images of drab, lumpish-type creatures, but thankfully names like nudibranchs, sea butterflies, sea hares and sea goddesses, more evocatively describe these strangely-shaped, flamboyantly-coloured species.
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For most, summer means Christmas, which means time spent with family, BBQ’s, sea swims and lazy days. For Māori, whose relationship with pōhutukawa is centuries-old, this special tree is a symbol of tenacity and wisdom, as well as a source of Māori medicine and many other practical uses.
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On the outer edge of the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park/Ko te Pātaka kai o Tīkapa, there is an island that is quietly, gently, regaining its mauri/life essence. Motu Kaikoura, found just 80 metres off the west coast of Aotea/Great Barrier Island…
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Over on Waiheke Island, a ground-breaking event will take place at the end of this month to inspire long-term, voluntary action to protect and regenerate the island’s marine environment.
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The Hauraki Gulf Marine Park is a biological hotspot, home to a multitude of species from the microscopic to the mighty. An often-overlooked group of species that are fantastically diverse are the plants of the Gulf…
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