Carlos Hotene

Carlos Hotene

You might have seen video footage of Carlos Hotene, swerving and jinking past would-be tacklers on rugby league fields both here and overseas. But you probably haven’t seen the quiet mahi he puts in at home, building a sustainable future for his marae and feeding the...
Dr Dan Hikuroa

Dr Dan Hikuroa

He appears regularly in the media, commenting on how a blend of science and mātauranga Māori can help us overcome our most important ecological challenges. It’s therefore no surprise that Dr Daniel Hikuroa has become world-renowned for the way he has successfully...
Dr Richard Levy

Dr Richard Levy

Action and leadership are needed right now if we are to meet the challenges of climate change and build a sustainable future for our planet. Wellington environment and climate scientist Dr Richard Levy is committed to helping us understanding global warming and lead...
Brianne West

Brianne West

When Brianne West noticed how much plastic was sitting on her bathroom shelves, she decided to do something about it. She set out to rid the world of wasteful beauty products. It was 2012, and the Canterbury University student did not yet have enough cash to battle...
Abbie Cider

Abbie Cider

Kia ora! My name is Abbie, and I work for BLAKE as the NZ-VR Programme Manager in Ōtautahi Christchurch. I am really excited to have this role, as it combines my love for the ocean and my passion for environmental education. My connection with the ocean started when I...