Why New Zealand’s forget-me-nots are so special. A talk by Heidi Meudt *IN PERSON*

Date/Time
Date(s) - Wed 9 July
13:00

Location
Nga Manu Nature Reserve, 74 Nga Manu Reserve Rd, off Ngarara Rd, Waikanae


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Ngā Manu Winter Speaker Series 2025

Dr Heidi Meudt
Botany Curator at Te Papa

Dr Heidi Meudt is a Botany Curator at Te Papa, specialising in the evolution and classification of native New Zealand plants. Originally from the U.S., Heidi came to New Zealand in 2004 for postdoctoral research at Massey University, joining Te Papa in 2006. Her research focuses on threatened alpine species like native forget-me-nots

Join Ngā Manu for their annual Winter Speaker Series, where leading voices in conservation, science, and storytelling come together to share insights and inspire action. Proudly supported by the Royal Society Te Apārangi, this series is a highlight for nature enthusiasts across Aotearoa.

Arrive at 1pm for complimentary tea and coffee; talks begin at 1:30pm

Entry: By koha (donation)