It’s New Zealand Archaeology Week and we’re celebrating New Zealand’s archaeologists and the important work that they do. We spoke with Andrew Blanshard, one of DOC’s own archaeologists, based in Whangarei, to learn more about heritage in the Northland region. Here’s what he had to say…
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Today marks the 90th anniversary of the death of conservationist Richard Henry who pioneered moving endangered native birds to island sanctuaries, to save them from extinction, more than 120 years ago.
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As well as the Paparoa Track’s spectacular natural beauty, it also has a rich history. When you’re hiking or biking the track, keep an eye out for the following places and learn about the human story behind the landscape.
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