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Arborist | Kaitiaki Rākau

Job

Arborists plant and remove trees, prune branches and treat disease.

Surgeon | Rata Hāparapara

Job

Surgeons consult with patients and operate on people to treat and manage disease and injuries.

Rata and the Tree

Rata and the Tree illustration by Andrew Burdan.

Agriculture and Horticulture | Te Ahuwhenua me te Ahumāra

This industry may be for you if you are interested in:

• raising and working with animals
• planting, growing, working with and harvesting plants and crops
• working outdoors
• designing, building and maintaining outdoor areas
• driving tractors, motorbikes, and heavy machinery
• doing physical work, and working with your hands
• working with tools, machinery and equipment
• business management such as budgeting and accounting
• science and research.

Agricultural/Horticultural Scientist | Kaipūtaiao Ahuwhenua

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Agricultural/horticultural scientists study farm animals, soils, pastures and crops to improve growth, health and quality, and to prevent pests and disease.

Agricultural/Horticultural Consultant | Kaitohutohu Ahuwhenua

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Agricultural/horticultural consultants advise farmers, growers and organisations on business, production and land management solutions.

Ophthalmologist | Tākuta Whakaora Whatu

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Ophthalmologists diagnose and treat eye conditions and injuries, and perform eye surgery. 

Agricultural/Horticultural Field Representative | Māngai Taiao Ahuwhenua

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Agricultural/horticultural field representatives sell products such as farm equipment, and advise clients on crop and livestock management. 

Rata and the Tree/Rata me te Rākau

A plot summary of the legend of Rata and the Tree, as well as links to the full story and classroom activities.