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Whariki is a Maori health research group working in a process of partnership with the Alcohol & Public Health Research Unit at the University of Auckland. The name Whariki arose from the above whakatauki which expresses part of the kaupapa of the group. One understanding of this whakatauki is that health involves the wairua, tinana and hinengaro and in order for us to pursue health, we must respect all elements. A further meaning for us, as researchers, is that in order for doors and windows to be opened we must tread gently. We cannot ask for information without respecting those who chose to share and without understanding our responsibilities and accountabilities.

The Maori Land Court (Te Kooti Whenua Maori) is the New Zealand court that hears matters relating to Maori land. About 1.3 million hectares in New Zealand is designated as Maori freehold land, just under five percent of the total 26.4 million hectares in the country. The special bond between Maori people and land is recognised by the Maori Land Court, and the records held by this Court form an invaluable part of the whakapapa of all Maori.

Manukau is a young, vibrant city which has something on offer for everyone. Whether you are interested in visiting our stunning recreation facilities or parks, exploring our 320 kilometres of coastline, or sampling the diverse shopping, markets or cuisine, Manukau city has it all. With a population of approximately 335,000, Manukau is New Zealand's third largest city, and the fastest growing. It is home to more than 165 different ethnic groups, with the largest M?ori and Pacific communities in New Zealand.

Pohutukawa Trust New Zealand is a charitable trust incorporated under the Charitable Trusts Act 1957. The Trust was established by a group of Kawau Island's private landowners in March 1992. Events leading to the Trust's beginnings go back to 1955 when New Zealand's looming possum problem was first positively identified on Kawau. Thirty years later the New Zealand Forest Service said it was hopeless to consider doing anything about the destruction of the Island's flora caused by introduced animals. Kawau Island was "written off". "Kawau Island has no particular significance for its botany nor for its native wildlife values" and "Kawau Island is of historical rather than botanical interest" were some of the assessments.

Uniquely Karekare... Karekare is a small community on Auckland’s wild west coast, surrounded by impressive regenerating forest. Karekare Landcare was formed in January 2000, with a commitment to minimise the impact of introduced weed and animal pests. Anyone can join the group; no matter where you live you will learn and experience more of Karekare by helping with the conservation projects that enhance the area. Help us keep Karekare special!

Maori health is one of the Government's health gain priority areas. Maori health research development is an important priority to address the growing disparity in health statistics. The HRC invests in Maori development and Maori advancement health research through funding from the Maori Knowledge and Development Output Class, the Public Good Health Research Output Class and jointly administers with FRST an additional fund through a joint Request for Proposals.

Maungawhau is a reserve under the management of Auckland City Council. It is a volcanic cone, the highest on the isthmus. It is the former site of a large fortified Maori village (pa) and show many archaeological remains from that former use. It is a viewing place for the residents and for visitors to Auckland. It has over a million visitors a year.

The Clean Stream Waitakere (CSW) project is part of Keep Waitakere Beautiful and the Waitakere City Council’s Green Network strategy linking the Waitakere Ranges to the sea and is carried out by Keep Waitakere Beautiful (KWB).