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Grounded in real-life action and inquiry, the text supports students to see how observation and care work together to protect natural environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"1491\"\u003eThe text also highlights the strong connection between people, place, and whakapapa. It shows how mātauranga Māori and kaitiakitanga guide the students’ work, and how local iwi and hapū value the estuary as an important source of identity and wellbeing. By addressing challenges such as rubbish, pollution, and invasive species, the text emphasises collective responsibility and hope for the future. 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