Tame Malcolm – indigenous pest management
In this recorded professional learning session the Science Learning Hub kōrero with Tame Malcolm (Te waka o Te Arawa, Ngāti Tarāwhai, Ngāti Pikiao, Ngāti Ngararanui, Ngāti Whakaue) about his work and PhD exploring te ao Māori views and values on pest control.
Tame was raised in te ao Māori, has completed a range of science qualifications and worked in various biosecurity roles. He brings these experiences to his current mahi as operations manager at Te Tira Whakamātaki – a not-for-profit Māori biodiversity network.
In this recorded webinar we chat with Tame about his experiences and hear examples of how both mātauranga and science have been part of his journey.
Tame Malcolm – indigenous pest management
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This resource provides insights for teachers and all people interested in mātauranga, science and pest management.
Wow! Ngā mihi nui Tame! We could have listened and learnt for hours!
He rawe tenei korero.
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Useful links
Tame spoke about Ngā Rākau Taketake and the Oranga Project and their mahi around forest health.
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Tame also suggested signing up for the newsletter at Te Tira Whakamātaki. They are also on social media so follow them to discover more.
Acknowledgement
We would like to thank Tame Malcolm and his whānau.
