John Andrews Writing history can at times appear to be something of a free-for-all. There is apparently room for everybody from enthusiastic amateurs to those with professional qualifications and experience…
Editorial Introduction
James Beattie Several treats are in store in the second issue of the year. Professor John Andrews reflects on the fascinating interconnections between biology and history, why awareness of history…
Review: Seabird Genius
REVIEW: Neville Peat, Seabird Genius: The Story of L. E. Richdale, the Royal Albatross, and the Yellow-eyed Penguin, Otago University Press, 2011, 279 pp, ISBN 978-1-877578-11-3. Paul Star[1] One way…
Review: Ikawai
REVIEW: R. M. McDowall, Ikawai: Freshwater Fishes in Māori Culture and Economy, Canterbury University Press, Christchurch, 2011, 832 pp, ISBN 978-1-877257-86-5. Ian C. Duggan[1] Bob McDowall was known to every…
A Pacific approach to conservation: Chief Roi Mata’s Domain, Vanuatu
Elizabeth Kenworthy Teather[1] By all means take this day out to enjoy the boat trip, the local delicacies at lunchtime, and the snorkelling. But if that’s all you get out…
Plant trees now! A short history of the Forest Tree Encouragement planting policy of the nineteenth century, particularly in Auckland and Otago
John P. Adam[2] Landscapes are constantly changing, both ecologically and culturally, and the vectors of change occur over many time scales. In order to plan landscapes they must be understood…