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Scoop
37 minutes ago
- Scoop
New Education Resource On Ōtūmoetai Pā Released
A new multi-media education resource highlighting the unique heritage features of Tauranga's Ōtūmoetai Pā has been launched and is now available to check out. The learning module can be found on the LEARNZ website (see link below) and features video interviews and a wealth of historical and other information that will be useful for students and those who have an interest in the history of Ōtūmoetai Pā and its surrounding area. It also covers the role of Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga with archaeology. The series of videos include interviews with kaumatua Koro Des Tata (Ngāi Tamarāwaho), kaitiaki Barry Ngatoko (Ngāi Tamarāwaho) and Dean Flavell, the Pouarahi for the Tauranga Heritage Collection. Together they look after an important archaeological collection including taonga from excavations at Ōtūmoetai and the wider Tauranga Moana district until the new museum is built. Tauranga-based archaeologist Ken Phillips is also interviewed along with Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga staff based in Tauranga, including archaeologists Dr Rachel Darmody (Ngāi Tahu) and Eleanor Sturrock; and Pouarahi Te Haana Jacob (Te Arawa, Ngāi Te Rangi, Ngāti Ranginui). "This is a teaching resource that is perfect for the classroom as well as home research and learning," says Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Director Regional Services Pam Bain, who coordinated the education initiative. "The content relates to different strands of the curriculum including Te Ao Tangata - Social Science; Pūtaio - Science; Ngā Toi - Arts; and Hangarau - Technology, to name a few. The stories are readily accessible and targeted to students, though people who may not have been in a classroom for many years should check out the link for sheer interest value. The material is fascinating." Every year LEARNZ offers a variety of online field trips allowing students to connect with people and places around New Zealand and beyond. The online trips incorporate video, audio and written materials providing interactive experiences for students that aim to spark curiosity, activate prior knowledge and build learning. The LEARNZ online field trips have generated a huge amount of interest according to Clive Francis, LEARNZ Project Manager at Tātai Aho Rau Core Education. "It shows there is a real appetite for schools and kura to learn about Aotearoa New Zealand's histories," he says. "We are very grateful to the interviewees, the Ministry of Education and Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga for their support to enable the field trip to happen." Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga cares for 46 historic places around the country - many of which are open to the public and tell diverse stories. These range from New Zealand's oldest building, Kemp House in Kerikeri to Totara Estate near Ōamaru, the farm that sent the first shipment of frozen lamb to Britain in 1882 - and almost everything in between. "Ideally students are able to visit these places for themselves, though realistically not everyone can do that," says Pam. "LEARNZ provides wonderful alternative learning experiences for students that are the next best thing to being there." The most recent Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga field trip organised through LEARNZ reached about 12,000 students through 98 educators around the country - an amazing result that shows the power of online learning and the widespread interest in heritage. "Tapping into this technology can bring our history alive and straight into classrooms around New Zealand - and even the world," she says.
Kiwiblog
2 days ago
- Politics
- Kiwiblog
TPM now threatening violence
The Herald reports: Act leader David Seymour is condemning an 'immature' challenge to a charity fight from prominent Treaty activist Eru Kapa-Kingi. In a video posted to social media yesterday, Kapa-Kingi took exception to Seymour calling his mother, Te Pāti Māori MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi, an 'idiot' during the House's debate on the Regulatory Standards Bill last week. 'David Seymour crossed a line when he attacked my mum in Parliament. This just got personal,' Kapa-Kingi said. He said Seymour was clearly unaware of the rule that should someone talk 'smack' about a person's mother, 'then you're bound to get slapped up'. … Kapa-Kingi, also a Professional Teaching Fellow with the University of Auckland, then raised the possibility of a 'charity fight' between the pair, in which he promised to devote all funds to pro-Treaty initiatives, should he win. Kapa-Kingi threatens violence against Seymour, because he called another MP an idiot in the House. He is or was a Vice-President of Te Pati Maori, was on their payroll, and was a candidate for them at the last election. A party of threatened violence and extremism.
Scoop
3 days ago
- Business
- Scoop
Marlborough Council Spends Almost $1.8m On Central Blenheim Site
The Marlborough District Council has bought land beside its new Blenheim library and art gallery, earmarking it as a future space for community activities. Located between High St and Wynen St, the land is made up of five freehold titles with a total area of 1147m². The council paid $1,787,500 for the site. Mayor Nadine Taylor said the opportunity to buy the site in such a community-focused part of town was one that the council 'could not afford to miss'. 'This purchase is about future-proofing a vital part of Blenheim's town centre for future development opportunities. "The site is next to an iconic council asset – Te Kahu o Waipuna – a special building which has quickly established itself as a hub for our community,' she said. 'Council has decided to secure the site to ensure what is developed is complementary to our library and art gallery, [and] adds value to our CBD and to our community at large.' The site had been largely empty since the City Hotel building, built in the early 1900s, was demolished in 2014. While the council had no immediate plans for the area, Taylor said the purchase would open up a conversation on the future of central Blenheim. 'We [will] explore options for the best long-term use of this site. We are keen to get the community's input and this will happen as part of council's planning processes.' Group manager property and community facilities Jamie Lyall said the council bought the site for within 10% its valuation and would pay for it with a loan from existing budgets for the first year. 'This purchase shows [the] council is prepared to invest in the future of the Blenheim CBD. We know there are challenges out there for our retail sector and that the town centre has been changing over time,' Lyall said. 'Step one is to secure the site so we can then consider all future options for it and engage with the public to have their say about its longer term use. 'We have had numerous approaches to council with ideas for developments in the centre of town including parking, apartments and pocket parks.' The site's zoning had no restrictions on the type of development, and a permitted building height of up to 20m.
Scoop
5 days ago
- Business
- Scoop
FMA Releases Good Cents: Kiwis On Savings And Debt Research
Press Release – Financial Markets Authority Good Cents: Kiwis on Savings and Debt looks into New Zealanders' attitudes and behaviours towards savings, debt reduction, and financial guidance. It identifies three main areas for improvement for financial providers such as banks, insurers and investment … While many New Zealanders feel confident in their financial decisions, there are significant gaps between their financial goals and actual holdings of investment products, new research by the Financial Markets Authority (FMA) – Te Mana Tātai Hokohoko – reveals. Good Cents: Kiwis on Savings and Debt looks into New Zealanders' attitudes and behaviours towards savings, debt reduction, and financial guidance. It identifies three main areas for improvement for financial providers such as banks, insurers and investment advisers. 'Our findings show there is room for financial providers to help New Zealanders better align investment choices with financial goals, help them better understand debt management, and increase their comfort with seeking financial information,' says Gael Price, Head of Economics and Research at the FMA. 'Our findings paint an interesting picture. 'Stated financial goals don't always match investment behaviours, or understanding of key financial concepts. There is a disconnect between preferences and investment choices. While there is a strong interest in financial advice, many are hesitant to discuss their personal financial circumstances with others.' Findings also include: 1 in 6 New Zealanders feel they are sinking financially – those in the 45-54 age bracket are struggling the most, with one in four saying they feel they are 'sinking' financially. More than half of New Zealanders strategically pay off high interest debt first. 2 in 3 are open to receiving financial guidance, despite 42% saying they feel uncomfortable discussing their finances. People under 24 are least comfortable discussing their finances. This group is also the least financially literate. Active investment in higher risk and return products like shares is less common, despite high returns being a priority for nearly half our respondents. Those over 65 have unique features – they seek a stable return, and they are more likely than other age groups to have their money in term deposits. A quarter of respondents use buy now pay later (BNPL) services. This rises to 40% of Māori and Pasifika, which raises concerns. While BNPL services can help smooth out the impact of a purchase, having too much debt with these services can mean increasing repayment difficulties and late payment penalties. Māori and Pasifika are also just as likely to ask a family member or friend for financial guidance as asking their bank, meaning there's a risk they might miss out on the benefits of professional financial guidance. Gael says these findings reflect great opportunities for financial providers such as banks, insurance companies and financial advisers to make financial information more accessible. 'They are not necessarily indicators of failure, but rather signposts pointing to opportunities where improvements can be made. These improvements can be driven by providers, by consumers, and by the FMA alike. We welcome engagement with industry and consumer groups about ways to respond to the insights in this report.' Understanding consumer attitudes is now more important than ever and will help guide our regulatory focus and shape our outcomes-focused approach.
Scoop
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Scoop
Green Party Condemns Regulatory Standards Bill
The Green Party condemns the passing of the Regulatory Standards Bill at first reading and is clear that the fight is not over. 'The Regulatory Standards Bill is another attack on te Tiriti o Waitangi. The Prime Minister has again failed to show up for our founding document," says Green Party co-leader Marama Davidson. 'Te Tiriti o Waitangi promises protection for people and planet. We've seen hundreds of thousands of people show up in support of te Tiriti o Waitangi, so we know our communities will not stand for this. 'This Bill is the same tired politics we have seen time and time again from the Government, attacking Te Tiriti o Waitangi to make it easier for wealthy companies to exploit our whānau and our taiao for profit. 'For a Bill that claims to attempt to embed 'good law-making', the Bill has already breached te Tiriti o Waitangi in its policy development, and has completely ignored the significant opposition and feedback provided in over 22,000 submissions. 'Budget 2025 has failed Māori and shows the Coalition Government's sustained disregard for its Tiriti o Waitangi obligations. With the passage of the Regulatory Standards Bill, this Government has cemented its active role in the culture war, in spite of the document that allowed its very existence. 'Governments come and go. Politicians come and go. Te Tiriti o Waitangi is foundational and enduring. Honouring te Tiriti o Waitangi is the constitutional obligation of every Prime Minister – something Christopher Luxon must show leadership by scrapping the Regulatory Standards Bill. 'Whatungarongaro te tangata, toitū te whenua. Whatungarongaro te Kāwanatanga, toitū te Tiriti o Waitangi. People disappear, while the land remains. While Governments come and go, te Tiriti o Waitangi is forever,' says Marama Davidson.
