"There is formal training at university, but people pick up most of their skills working as volunteers or on summer projects – working under the supervision of more experienced people."

Mary O'Keeffe - Archaeologist

"My role now is a bit different from a lot of archaeologists, in that I manage the delivery of archaeological services across New Zealand and deal with applications from people who want to modify or damage archaeological sites; we have to assess and report on their applications, and decide whether to grant or decline them."

Rick McGovern-Wilson - Senior Archaeologist