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Beyond Polynesia: Rethinking the First Human Settlement in New Zealand

BLOG 1: What did we learn from the Category Origins of New Zealand First Settlers?
Explore 'Beyond Polynesia: Rethinking the First Human Settlement in New Zealand' and discover how Southeast Asia shaped New Zealand's origins.

Kerry Paul
May 132 min read




BLOG 11: How likely was it that waka could successfully travel from Polynesia to New Zealand and return?
Explore "Beyond Polynesia: Rethinking the First Human Settlement in New Zealand," analyzing the risks of waka travel from Polynesia to New Zealand.

Kerry Paul
10 hours ago2 min read


BLOG 10: What were the navigational capabilities of Polynesians 800 years ago for sailing in the southern Pacific Ocean?
Explore the navigational prowess of Polynesians 800 years ago in 'Beyond Polynesia: Rethinking the First Human Settlement in New Zealand'. Discover how 'Beyond Polynesia: Rethinking the First Human Settlement in New Zealand' challenges our understanding of ancient voyaging.

Kerry Paul
2 days ago2 min read


BLOG 9: What were the navigational challenges faced by all ocean-going sailors in the past?
Explore the navigational challenges of ancient sailors in "Beyond Polynesia: Rethinking the First Human Settlement in New Zealand." Discover how "Beyond Polynesia: Rethinking the First Human Settlement in New Zealand" reveals their methods.

Kerry Paul
4 days ago3 min read


BLOG 8: What obstacles did the first Polynesians face on their journey to New Zealand?
Explore the challenges faced by Polynesians on their epic voyage to New Zealand. Discover insights in 'Beyond Polynesia: Rethinking the First Human Settlement in New Zealand'.

Kerry Paul
6 days ago2 min read


BLOG 7: What were the wind and current challenges faced by the first Polynesian voyages to New Zealand?
Explore the wind and current challenges in "Beyond Polynesia: Rethinking the First Human Settlement in New Zealand". Discover insights on early voyages.

Kerry Paul
May 252 min read


BLOG 6: What do we know about the arrival of Polynesians in New Zealand?
Explore 'Beyond Polynesia: Rethinking the First Human Settlement in New Zealand' and uncover the mystery of Polynesian arrival in New Zealand.

Kerry Paul
May 232 min read


BLOG 5: How credible is the view Kupe discovered New Zealand and returned to Hawaiki?
Explore the credibility of Kupe's discovery of New Zealand in 'Beyond Polynesia: Rethinking the First Human Settlement in New Zealand'. Discover insights now!

Kerry Paul
May 211 min read


BLOG 4: What do we know about the arrival of Kupe in New Zealand?
Uncover the mysteries of Kupe's journey in "Beyond Polynesia: Rethinking the First Human Settlement in New Zealand." Discover Kupe's legacy today!

Kerry Paul
May 191 min read


BLOG 3: Should we acknowledge that New Zealand’s natural forces have, over time, buried evidence of early habitation?
Explore 'Beyond Polynesia: Rethinking the First Human Settlement in New Zealand'. Discover how natural forces conceal early habitation evidence.

Kerry Paul
May 172 min read


BLOG 2: Should New Zealand’s history of human settlement be viewed as an evolving field rather than a closed story?
Explore 'Beyond Polynesia: Rethinking the First Human Settlement in New Zealand'. Discover why New Zealand's history is an evolving narrative.

Kerry Paul
May 152 min read


BLOG 1: What did we learn from the Category Origins of New Zealand First Settlers?
Explore 'Beyond Polynesia: Rethinking the First Human Settlement in New Zealand' and discover how Southeast Asia shaped New Zealand's origins.

Kerry Paul
May 132 min read
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