Professor Ian Barber Prof. Barber specialise in the study of dynamic historical environments including new uses of the past using innovative and interdisciplinary theory to investigate changing relationships between material and social environments. He has studied Māori and Moriori archaeology; cultural change and contact; archaeological resource management and politics; anthropology of revitalisation and religion; agricultural innovation and introductions in New [...]

Professor Peter Dearden Peter is Professor and Head of the Department of Biochemistry at University of Otago, and Co-Director of Genomics Aotearoa, Deputy Director of Bioprotection Aotearoa. Peter’s research focuses on genomics to support conservation and primary production and developing new technologies in insects to either improve their use in primary production or develop novel pest control strategies. He will [...]

Senior Researcher – Wildlife Ecology John Innes John grew up in Taranaki and worked at the then Forest Research Institute in Rotorua, followed by time with Manaaki Whenua – Landcare Research (Hamilton). He has charted the diverse paths of ecosanctuaries of various kinds and chairs the Scientific and Technical Advisory Panel for Maungatautari, the only large (3,300 ha) pest-fenced ecosanctuary. [...]

This Father's Day, Dad goes free - 1 September 2024 Visit Ngā Manu on Sunday 1 September and receive one FREE ADULT ENTRY for Father's Day. It is our little way of saying 'thank you' for the tireless work you do. Register your details in the form below to take advantage of this offer. Primary caregivers are free of charge [...]

Bookings are currently full for both special guided tours on Saturday, 7 September 2024. To be added to the waitlist please email: hello@ngamanu.org.nz with your name, contact details and guest numbers. Thank you! We are pleased to offer these FREE, very special events on Saturday, 7 September 2024. Booking is essential as spaces are limited. Morning guided tour departs at [...]

Become a Pest Detective and track down rats, stoats and mice in your own back yard! Learn and use detective skills to help track down pests like rats, stoats and mice. They chew seedlings, nibble seeds, and destroy insects, and eat lizards, big birds and baby birds, and their eggs. Tickets on sale now for this tu meke workshop. At [...]

Join us as we celebrate Te Wiki O Te Reo Maori with a free poi making session.

Hey kids! Refresh your toy and book collection in time for the school holidays while doing your bit for the environment! Please register your interest below.  Please note: Ngā Manu collects entrants’ personal information to conduct the promotion. If the information requested is not provided, the entrant may not participate in the promotion. Participants can choose to opt in [...]

Join Sarah the Scientist for a hands-on, interactive and educational show! Kids get to dive into experiments like Wonder Whizzers and Mini Rockets. Dress up in lab coats and explore science in style! $7 per child (ages 5yrs +). Reserve entry not included. Book here.