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Fine scale spatial behaviour of indigenous riverine fish in a small New Zealand stream : a thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science in Conservation Biology at Massey University, Palmerston North
(Massey University, 2009)
The substrate and flow characteristics of a 100m reach of a small, North Island, New
Zealand stream were mapped and drawn to a 0.25m2 grid scale. One hundred and thirty
four individual fish, representing five native and ...
Habitat preferences of brown mudfish (Neochanna apoda Günther) : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science in Conservation Biology at Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2009)
Brown mudfish (Neochanna apoda) are one of five non-diadromous mudfish species endemic to New Zealand. They are considered a ‘vulnerable’ species under human induced gradual decline (Hitchmough et al., 2007; IUCN, 2009). ...
Sustaining lean in New Zealand manufacturing organisations : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Technology in Engineering and Industrial Technology at Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2009)
This study has focused on the NZ manufacturing sector. The weak productivity rates
of this sector over the last few years prompted the Government (through New Zealand
Trade and Enterprise) to take steps to help manufacturers’ ...
Sense of identity among Samoan migrant women at work and living in Auckland, Aotearoa/New Zealand : a thesis presented in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology at Massey University
(Massey University, 2009)
This study, leaning on existential phenomenology, explores how the experiences of ‘being working women’ have helped to shape the identities of Samoan women in Auckland. It explores how these women, who grew up within a ...
Understanding Pasefika perceptions and experiences of the school system in Years 7 to 10 : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Education at Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2009)
Drawing on questionnaires and interviews of Pasefika students, their parents, and teachers, this case study provides an understanding of their perceptions and experiences of the school system in Years 7 to 10 within a ...
Gifted boys in English : uncovering underachievement : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Education at Massey University
(Massey University, 2009)
Gifted underachievement is a severe and alarming phenomenon. There are a range of complex factors leading to the underachievement of many of our gifted students within our schools. This thesis examines one particular group ...