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Aroha Prime Minister’s Science Prizes
Aroha was the theme for the virtual presentation of the 2019 Prime Minister’s Science Prizes, awarded at the end of Pipiri June 2020. These prizes recognise the impact of science on New Zealanders’ lives, celebrate the achievements of current scientists and encourage scientists of the future. Groups of people around ngā motu formed ‘digital bubbles’ to watch the livestreamed presentation via Zoom hui with pre-supplied kai and wai packages. Broadcast hosts Māni Dunlop and Dan Henry presented the five prizes:
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