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Conservation Lecture
with Professor Jacqueline Beggs, Professor in Ecology, University of Auckland.
Trinity Methodist Church, 864 Beach Rd, Waiake
7.00pm Sunday 17 November
New Zealand was one of the last large land masses to be colonised by humans, so the consequences of human arrival are still … View moreConservation Lecture
with Professor Jacqueline Beggs, Professor in Ecology, University of Auckland.
Trinity Methodist Church, 864 Beach Rd, Waiake
7.00pm Sunday 17 November
New Zealand was one of the last large land masses to be colonised by humans, so the consequences of human arrival are still playing out and a good deal of our native biota and ecosystems are threatened. In New Zealand, one of the main threats are invasive species, but there are many other pressures such as agricultural expansion and climate change. Although we have made progress in managing some pest species, there remain many challenges and it is clear that we will need new strategies if we want to ensure our biodiversity and ecosystems are here for future generations to enjoy. Using examples from her involvement with conservation research, from the iconic kākāpō (nocturnal, ground parrot), to the ecology and control of introduced social wasps Professor Beggs will discuss the key challenges for conservation in New Zealand. She will also draw on some international initiatives that seek to engage a greater diversity of people in conservation.
Jacqueline Beggs is a Professor in Ecology at the University of Auckland. Her research has focussed on the ecology and control of invasive wasps, but she has also worked on kākā, kererū, kākāpō, and a range of invertebrates. This has resulted in more than 90 refereed scientific papers. Jacqueline is the Director of the Centre for Biodiversity and Biosecurity at the University of Auckland and leads the Sustainable Future research theme for the Faculty of Science. Jacqueline is a member of the Department of Conservation’s kākāpō recovery group and was a member of the Ministerial Advisory Committee on biosecurity.
Hi neighbours, Auckland Council has announced Lime and its competitors will have to follow stricter rules around the safety of their e-scooters. The council is also calling for central Government to introduce more regulations. What are your thoughts on e-scooters? Should they be allowed on … View moreHi neighbours, Auckland Council has announced Lime and its competitors will have to follow stricter rules around the safety of their e-scooters. The council is also calling for central Government to introduce more regulations. What are your thoughts on e-scooters? Should they be allowed on footpaths? Do we need more safety regulations? Or are the current rules strict enough?
Congratulations to our winner! They'll be heading to the Bay of Islands in February 2020 to attend the House Tour and hopefully partake in some of these awesome activities 🌸 Thank you to all who entered - all of your local hotspots sound amazing and we can't wait to experience some … View moreCongratulations to our winner! They'll be heading to the Bay of Islands in February 2020 to attend the House Tour and hopefully partake in some of these awesome activities 🌸 Thank you to all who entered - all of your local hotspots sound amazing and we can't wait to experience some next year! If you're yet to secure your tickets for the House Tours, you can do so here: www.nzhouseandgardentours.co.nz...
Wanting to make those Christmas cakes to take to friends! Here's the tins to make them look special!
Hi there having a clear out and I have some fantastic reflexology books and a meditation book to go to a good home. See picture. $20 for all of them.
Having a clear out here are some books free to a good home!
James Eyre
Book of spells
Cats - birthday book
Another cat book
Garden anywhere
Greek myths
Watercolour pencils
Journey in the northern island of New Zealand
Having a clear out welcome to whoever wants it. Must pick up.
Foot bath full function (GONE)
Mosquito netting (GONE)
Back pack (GONE)
Fruit basket
Filing drawers for desk
Laptop holder
Lunch box … View moreHaving a clear out welcome to whoever wants it. Must pick up.
Foot bath full function (GONE)
Mosquito netting (GONE)
Back pack (GONE)
Fruit basket
Filing drawers for desk
Laptop holder
Lunch box
Necklace
Tapestry kit
Cup holder for bench
Photo frame
2 x placemats for dinner table
Compendium with writing pad
Having a clear out got a few things up for grabs - cash box (GONE) wall clock (needs battery) New Zealand travel book (GONE), receipe book (GONE) the BFG story book (GONE), coasters (3) clipboard, 2 brand new led night lights never used (GONE)
ONLY THE CLOCK, COASTERS AND CLIPBOARD AVAILABLE NOW
We have a small Haier fridge freezer for sale. Sorry, no picture. Please contact Clive on 021-666836.
Before you plunge into the water this summer, we recommend you go online to safeswim.org.nz.
The Safeswim website provides location-specific, real-time information on water quality and swimming conditions at your favourite swimming spots.
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