Updates from B3, the latest reports on Myrtle Rust, and details on our Gene Editing Discussion Panel.
Unlocking Curious Minds
The Unlocking Curious Minds (UCM) fund will be opening in mid-July, to encourage and enable better engagement with science and technology across all of New Zealand.
Myrtle rust: reports from last season
Beyond Myrtle Rust provide updates on the latest observations of the fungal disease affecting the country’s Myrtaceae plant species thanks to keen New Zealanders out and about recording sightings of disease symptoms.
Better Border Biosecurity (B3) Updates
The recent Better Border Biosecurity (B3) conference was a chance for the community, including New Zealand’s Biological Heritage members, to gather in person for what was likely the first Trans-Tasman conference in New Zealand since the COVID pandemic.
May Newsletter
The latest news on myrtle rust, photos from our Cross-challenge Wānanga, and a farewell to our Ngā Rākau Taketake Leader.
Recognizing Leadership – Dr Maureen O’Callaghan
It is with sadness that we announce Dr Maureen O’Callaghan is stepping down from her Ngā Rākau Taketake Science Leader…
Fight for the Wild
This beautiful documentary series details the battle our native environment is facing, and what must be done to protect it.
Understanding the genome of myrtle rust
The genome of the fungus which causes the disease myrtle rust, Austropuccinia psidii, has been sequenced – what does this mean for the fight against myrtle rust?
Myrtle rust find reported from Christchurch
A find of myrtle rust on a hedge in residential Christchurch marks the first report of the deadly disease on a host that was not newly planted in the region.
Biological Heritage changes in leadership
Two key changes in the leadership and management of the Challenge. Read more here.