Annemarie Gillies (Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāti Awa, Te Whānau-ā-Apanui, Te Arawa) is a passionate advocate for the relevance of Rangahau Māori to “our people.” She underscores the importance of collaborative research with Māori communities, co-designing projects that uplift and enable. Her dedication drives our mission to bridge traditional knowledge with contemporary research for positive, community-centred outcomes.
This synthesis paper explores how the blue economy can be indigenised within the Māori marine sector, proposing solutions for sustainable, culturally aligned marine management. It highlights Indigenous frameworks that support economic growth while protecting marine ecosystems and Māori cultural values.
This case study explores how the Moriori of Rēkohu integrate traditional knowledge and values into modern fisheries management, balancing economic activities with cultural and environmental values. It highlights their enduring marine stewardship and strategies for sustainable fisheries.
This paper discusses how Māori perspectives can be integrated into the blue economy, addressing challenges posed by legal frameworks like the Quota Management System (QMS) and Treaty settlements. It examines how these challenges stem from the current institutional framework and the need for structural change.
This review explores the barriers and opportunities for Māori in transitioning to a culturally relevant and environmentally sustainable blue economy, focusing on integration, differentiation, and balance. It examines legal, economic, and governance structures that impact Māori marine stewardship.
This study presents practical strategies for indigenising the blue economy in Aotearoa, based on case studies within Māori fisheries, with solutions to overcome challenges. It examines policy, economic models, and community initiatives for sustainability and cultural integrity.
This paper explores how Ōnuku Rūnanga integrates Māori values into their salmon farming venture with Akaroa Salmon, leveraging authenticity to differentiate products in premium markets.