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Sparrows, flies, and rodents as reservoirs of Campylobacter spp. on a dairy farm : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Veterinary Science in Veterinary Public Health and Meat Hygiene at Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2003)
The reported numbers of human Campylobacter jejuni infections have increased considerably in many countries during the last few years. In New Zealand, the current annual incidence rate (302.5 cases/100 000) of human ...
Shearing Merino ewes at different stages of pregnancy : some consequences for the progeny : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science majoring in Agricultural Science at Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2008)
Merinos are bred primarily for wool production, valued specifically for the fine-wool they produce. Wool returns have been diminishing over recent years so using management to improve wool quantity and quality is beneficial ...
What do New Zealand bank customers understand about the risks of dealing with foreign and New Zealand owned retail banks? : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Management in Banking at Massey University
(Massey University, 2005)
This research has sought to develop an in-depth awareness of what New Zealand banking customers understand about the potential risks of dealing with foreign-owned retail banks, relative to those that are New Zealand owned. ...
Is workplace assessment working? : a critical theory analysis of the stated intentions for NQF workplace assessment in NZ and their realization in a case study in the ambulance service : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Masters of Education (Adult Education) at Massey University
(Massey University, 2003)
Workplace Assessment (WPA) of National Qualifications Framework (NQF) competency standards has assumed significance as an alternative pathway for vocational qualifications for the NZ workforce. The stated intentions of the ...
Challenging Stout : value conflicts in trying to reform the University of New Zealand, 1910-1914 : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Management at Massey University
(Massey University, 2001)
This study looks at the reasons why the University of New Zealand (UNZ), characterized by Beaglehole as an object of "fury, loathing and despair" (1949, p. 1) survived so long, from its founding in 1871 until its dissolution ...
An investigation of the breakfast habits and dietary intakes of year 8 Auckland children : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science in Nutritional Science at Massey University
(Massey University, 2006)
Breakfast is often referred to as the most important meal of the day. Studies have consistently shown that regular breakfast consumption makes a significant contribution to nutrient intake. Additionally, individuals who ...
Capitalism with a conscience : SMEs and community engagement : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Masters of Management in Management at Massey University
(Massey University, 2007)
It is commonly acknowledged that business organisations are expected to demonstrate ethical and moral conduct, yet throughout the last half century the bar has been raised. Not only are organisations expected to behave ...
World processed food trade : a comparative analysis of New Zealand and selected exporters : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree Master of Applied Economics in Agricultural Economics at Massey University
(Massey University, 2000)
International trade in processed food products has been a dynamic component of world economic activity over the past twenty years, with the value of world processed food trade more than tripling between 1976 and 1996. ...
Community attitudes toward people with mental illness : the effects of time, location and demographic variables : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Psychology at Massey University
(Massey University, 2003)
Deinstitutionalisation in New Zealand followed the worldwide trend of transferring mentally ill patients from psychiatric institutions into community-based care. The closure of psychiatric hospitals in favour of community ...
The stitchbird (hihi-- Notiomystis cincta) and its habitat : effects on nesting behaviour and reproductive success : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Masters of Science in Conservation Biology at Massey University
(Massey University, 2006)
This thesis grew out of a basic problem in the management of a "Nationally Endangered" New Zealand bird species, the stitchbird. Following European colonisation of New Zealand it is hypothesized that predation and severe ...