VIDEO: Mātauranga Māori – Natural Hazards in Waiariki Posted on September 8, 2024January 8, 2025 By Zane Egginton An old friend of mine Andrew Penny, created this video a couple years ago for LEARNZ and in this video is talking along the same lines as what we’re trying to do here with Ngāti Awa. Check out their website for more educational videos: https://www.learnz.org.nz 14 Oct 2020: Pouroto Ngaropo shares with us the creation story as it relates to the forces of nature. He also speaks of the merging of Mātauranga Māori with modern science as a way to safeguard the future of our communities and help us prepare for natural hazard emergencies. Education Video Bay of PlentyMātaurangaStoryTsunami
Education Have a Tsunami Evacuation Plan Ready Posted on March 12, 2024January 8, 2025 In Aotearoa, being prepared for a tsunami is essential if you live near the coast. Knowing your evacuation zones and routes ahead of time can save lives. If you feel a long or strong earthquake, don’t wait for an official warning – move to higher ground immediately or as far… Read More
Earthquake Safety for Tamariki Posted on May 1, 2024January 8, 2025 Heres a couple of videos to help your Tamariki learn about Earthquakes. Turtle Safe Turtle Safe helps teach young kids what to do in an earthquake. Use Turtle Safe in your early childcare centre and practice Drop, Cover and Hold. Drop. So you don’t get knocked off your feet. Cover,… Read More
Education Creating an Emergency Kit: Be Ready for Anything Posted on July 2, 2024January 8, 2025 Emergencies can happen anytime, often with little warning. Whether it’s a natural disaster or an unexpected power outage, having a well-prepared emergency kit can make all the difference for you and your whānau. Creating one doesn’t have to be complicated – and we’re here to help you get started! In… Read More