Students may enter their exhibits for the most appropriate premier award when the project meets the award conditions.
The George (Hoori) Tuhiwai Memorial Award ($500)
Awarded to the best project which integrates traditional scientific knowledge with traditional Māori knowledge (Matauranga Māori) or an aspect of the traditional Māori world (Te Ao Māori).
Examples might include:
An Investigation into an important element of Māori life (Tuna or Kina for example) where the findings can then benefit scientists and Iwi.
Or: An Investigation into traditional Māori medicines and the elements/properties that make or made them effective.
Or: A technology project which adapts or modifies traditional tools or methods to solve a modern day problem.
Eligible projects should display more depth than just naming things in English and Māori. A Māori world view should be evident and applied throughout the entire project. It should be reflected in the topic, methods selected, reflection and application of any findings.
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Northpower Consistent Excellence Award ($1,000)
Years 12-13 ONLY
A tertiary award for a senior student continuing on to University education, who has entered three or more Science & Technology Fairs, consistently achieving a very high standard.
The prize is a $1000 one-off payment to assist the winner with university costs. The student will be planning on attending a New Zealand university within five years of obtaining the award.
Entry Criteria: To be eligible, students must:
- Be currently in Year 12 or 13 and have an entry in the current Science & Technology Fair.
- Have achieved a high standard in three or more Central Northland Science & Technology Fairs, achieving at a high level in these, as evidenced through winning awards. The current year can count as one of the three years.
- The winning student will be nominated by the Central Northland Science & Technology Fair Committee, based on their performance in the current and previous Central Northland Science & Technology Fairs.
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Northland Regional Council Environmental Excellence Award ($1,000)
Awarded to the project which best demonstrates a scientific approach to solving environmental concerns affecting water and/or land.
This award recognises creative and innovative students whose project demonstrate a strong scientific approach to solving environmental issues and concerns which will, in turn, protect and enhance Northland’s environment. The region’s natural resources sustain our lives; we need to use these resources appropriately and sustainably. For example, considering water and waste management, smarter transport, environmental enhancements and education and community initiatives.
Evaluation criteria:
- Resources used appropriately and sustainably
- Innovative ways to reduce environmental impact (clever design, new technology and behaviour change)
- Regulatory and environmental compliance
Prize: Cash prize and senior student(s) may also get access to work experience arranged by Northland Regional Council
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The Blue Ocean Innovation Award ($1,000)
Awarded to the project which best demonstrates a wider sustainable energy perspective for our oceans. Think
sequestration of greenhouse gases, supporting waterway cleanup, cleaner shipping: reduction of emissions or sustainable food from Te Moana.
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Worley Engineering Digital Design, Electronics & Programing Award ($800)
A Project that utilises some aspects of the following:
- Mechanical engineering
- Plumbing
- Refrigeration
- Software in the design process
- Electronics
- Programming
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