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  Stellin Memorial Park

  Northland School – Published 22/08/2008

  Stellin Memorial Park is situated near Northland School in Wellington. A group of year 7 and 8 students researched the story behind the naming of the park. Browse their website to find out the history of James Kingston Stellin, a young New Zealand fighter pilot who was killed in France during the Second World War.

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  Motueka District Museum

  Parklands School Junior Syndicate - Primary – Published 22/09/2008

  The four Junior Syndicate classes at Parklands School, Motueka explored the building and the environment which is situated adjacent to their school. It has a very interesting history and is now the Motueka District Museum. Explore their site to find out answers to the many questions the students asked.

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  Newlands Volunteer Fire Service

  Bellevue School - Primary – Published 21/08/2008

  A group of students from years 3 and 4 at Bellevue School, Newlands in Wellington, were interested in finding out about their local Volunteer Fire Service. They visited the fire station and found answers to many of their questions. Browse their website and follow their research findings.

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  Mangroves: asset or pest?

  Hauraki School - Primary – Published 25/07/2008

  A school science project gave four students from Hauraki Primary School a chance to explore their local mangrove forest. They studied the plants, trying to decide if mangroves are good for the environment or whether they are a pest. They also investigated local opinion through questionnaires and interviews. Explore their website to find out more.

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