21 May 2020

First-of-its kind mapping resource launched

From Midday Report, 12:44 pm on 21 May 2020

A first of its kind mapping resource has just been launched, which will help iwi unlock and prioritise conservation projects.

The Manaaki Whenua - Landcare Research resource will allow people to see geospatial layers of landcover, vegetation, and rivers, and help in identifying wahi tapu.

It came as a response from iwi who asked for a one stop shop to start capturing iwi-specific matauranga.

Its arrival is timely – with the government announcing more than $1-billion for an environmental jobs package in last weeks budget, expected to create almost 11,000 jobs.

Māni Dunlop spoke to the lead researcher, Kiri Reihana.