title: The benthic fauna of Pine Harbour Marina

authors: Dobbie, Nicholas John

subjects: Pine Harbour Marina

abstract: An investigation into the benthic ecology of Pine Harbour Marina, Beachlands was undertaken over the period June 1994 - February 1996. The primary purpose was to provide a broadscale examination of the benthic fauna of the area, and to assess the effects of dredge spoil dumping on benthic organisms. The subtidal benthic ecology to the immediate north-west of the marina was also examined. Behavioural experiments were carried out in the laboratory to evaluate the abilities of the common cockle (Austrovenus stutchburyi) to rebury if left on the surf ace and to resurface if buried under sediment.
The intertidal benthic ecology of the area was diverse, with 89 taxa being identified. The 10 most common taxa accounted for 66% of the 39125 individuals recorded. The assemblage composition was similar to other low energy intertidal areas. The taxal assemblages were reasonably stable in time, with seasonal fluctuations in assemblage composition being related to recruitment phases. Spatially, there was variation between the transects, however the transects close to the approach channel to the marina were similar. Mid and low tide sites had similar mollusc assemblages, which changed similarly through time. High tide sites however were distinct.
The dumpground faunal assemblage changed post-dumping. Not all taxa were affected and within 6 months the dumpground was recolonised to pre-dumping levels.
The subtidal area to the west of Motukaraka Island was dominated numerically by the introduced bivalve Theora lubrica. Species diversity changed in an onshore/offshore direction, with a higher species diversity closer to shore.
In laboratory experiments cockles were able to resurface through sediment at burial depths of up to 10 cm, and rebury when left on the surface, in under 15 hours.

text: The benthic fauna of Pine Harbour Marina An investigation into the benthic ecology of Pine Harbour Marina, Beachlands was undertaken over the period June 1994 - February 1996. The primary purpose was to provide a broadscale examination of the benthic fauna of the area, and to assess the effects of dredge spoil dumping on benthic organisms. The subtidal benthic ecology to the immediate north-west of the marina was also examined. Behavioural experiments were carried out in the laboratory to evaluate the abilities of the common cockle (Austrovenus stutchburyi) to rebury if left on the surf ace and to resurface if buried under sediment.
The intertidal benthic ecology of the area was diverse, with 89 taxa being identified. The 10 most common taxa accounted for 66% of the 39125 individuals recorded. The assemblage composition was similar to other low energy intertidal areas. The taxal assemblages were reasonably stable in time, with seasonal fluctuations in assemblage composition being related to recruitment phases. Spatially, there was variation between the transects, however the transects close to the approach channel to the marina were similar. Mid and low tide sites had similar mollusc assemblages, which changed similarly through time. High tide sites however were distinct.
The dumpground faunal assemblage changed post-dumping. Not all taxa were affected and within 6 months the dumpground was recolonised to pre-dumping levels.
The subtidal area to the west of Motukaraka Island was dominated numerically by the introduced bivalve Theora lubrica. Species diversity changed in an onshore/offshore direction, with a higher species diversity closer to shore.
In laboratory experiments cockles were able to resurface through sediment at burial depths of up to 10 cm, and rebury when left on the surface, in under 15 hours.

year: 1996

title: Equity: Kennedy v Boyle

authors: Chevalier-Watts, Juliet

abstract: The actions that led to this particular case hit the national headlines, and its resulting judgment has been subject to much scrutiny (see for example M B Rodriguez Ferrez “School Disciplinary Decisions, Judicial Review and Interim Relief” NZLJ June 2015 178-181), so commentary on this case in relation to the issue of interim injunctions is undoubtedly of interest. 
The background to this case is that 10 students of St Bede’s College, Christchurch, were selected to compete in the Maadi Cup, a national rowing regatta, at Lake Karapiro in the Waikato. At Auckland airport, two students, Jack Bell and Jordan Kennedy, rode, without authorisation, on the baggage carousel in to the secure baggage area. The boys were spoken to by the police and security offices, with no further action being taken. The Rector of the College, Justin Boyle, decided to suspend the two boys, and required them to return to Christchurch. This prevented the boys from being considered for selection in trials for the national rowing team.

text: Equity: Kennedy v Boyle The actions that led to this particular case hit the national headlines, and its resulting judgment has been subject to much scrutiny (see for example M B Rodriguez Ferrez “School Disciplinary Decisions, Judicial Review and Interim Relief” NZLJ June 2015 178-181), so commentary on this case in relation to the issue of interim injunctions is undoubtedly of interest. 
The background to this case is that 10 students of St Bede’s College, Christchurch, were selected to compete in the Maadi Cup, a national rowing regatta, at Lake Karapiro in the Waikato. At Auckland airport, two students, Jack Bell and Jordan Kennedy, rode, without authorisation, on the baggage carousel in to the secure baggage area. The boys were spoken to by the police and security offices, with no further action being taken. The Rector of the College, Justin Boyle, decided to suspend the two boys, and required them to return to Christchurch. This prevented the boys from being considered for selection in trials for the national rowing team.

year: 2015

title: Developing an effective education reform model for indigenous and other minoritized students

authors: Bishop, Russell

subjects: indigenous

abstract: Educational disparities between indigenous Maori students and those of the majority continue to be a major issue in New Zealand. Te Kotahitanga, an iterative research and development programme, which commenced in 2001, supports teachers to implement a relationship-based pedagogy in their classrooms in order to improve Maori students' achievement in mainstream secondary schools. This article addresses the question of how gains in Maori students' achievement can be sustained and expanded. Schools, from an earlier phase of the project, in their 6th and 7th year of the programme were examined, using a theory-based model designed to evaluate and promote dimensions necessary for effective institutional support of the teaching innovation. This article demonstrates that schools that have been the most effective implementers of the intervention have seen the greatest gains made by Maori students in the 1st year of national assessments. This article then discusses effective leadership for addressing problems schools encountered while implementing the pedagogic reform.

text: Developing an effective education reform model for indigenous and other minoritized students Educational disparities between indigenous Maori students and those of the majority continue to be a major issue in New Zealand. Te Kotahitanga, an iterative research and development programme, which commenced in 2001, supports teachers to implement a relationship-based pedagogy in their classrooms in order to improve Maori students' achievement in mainstream secondary schools. This article addresses the question of how gains in Maori students' achievement can be sustained and expanded. Schools, from an earlier phase of the project, in their 6th and 7th year of the programme were examined, using a theory-based model designed to evaluate and promote dimensions necessary for effective institutional support of the teaching innovation. This article demonstrates that schools that have been the most effective implementers of the intervention have seen the greatest gains made by Maori students in the 1st year of national assessments. This article then discusses effective leadership for addressing problems schools encountered while implementing the pedagogic reform.

year: 2012