“In my last weeks there I did lots of checks in the enclosure for living animals hiding under the logs because when the wee guys hatch, they head for cover and hide."
It is very disappointing that ICC did not appreciate the skills and expertise of Lindsay!. I personally am disgusted. And can I ask how much the expertise of the Wellington perspective cost. !!
ICC not valuing the very staff that have been loyal for many years: its not good business acumen, nor good decision making for good collegial relationships.
How many years does it take to be respected and appreciated- one has to consider!!!!
I’m sorry your expertise and knowledge weren’t valued and called upon for the new enclosure. You’re as much a part of the tuatara story in Invercargill as the tuatara are. I remember fondly having one of them visit my room when your son was in my class. What a treat.
Not consulting the experienced caretaker on the future home of the tuatara is one of the most ridiculous things I’ve heard in a while. He is the local expert and surely would know more about their needs than anyone else in the world…
Great article, but I'm also surprised Lindsay, who is an expert, wasn't consulted about the new enclosure. Hopefully, the Tuatara will like their new home and we can view them once more.
Lindsay is not only an expert in breeding and understanding tuataras, but was an ambassador for them, the museum and Invercargill. Unfortunately, the Council never properly appreciated that and still don't. I would suggest that, given the need for trust, the Council should be very publically transparent about the tuatara's health during the next few years, to prove whether the new enclosure works or not. If it doesn't, they will have a lot to answer for, so they need to get it absolutely right. This is where local expertise counts.
Who are these people in charge of relocating NZ's Taonga species... glad to know these Tuatara are safe, but this situation should never have happened. The logistics team need a new and improved professional process.
It is very disappointing that ICC did not appreciate the skills and expertise of Lindsay!. I personally am disgusted. And can I ask how much the expertise of the Wellington perspective cost. !!
ICC not valuing the very staff that have been loyal for many years: its not good business acumen, nor good decision making for good collegial relationships.
How many years does it take to be respected and appreciated- one has to consider!!!!
I’m sorry your expertise and knowledge weren’t valued and called upon for the new enclosure. You’re as much a part of the tuatara story in Invercargill as the tuatara are. I remember fondly having one of them visit my room when your son was in my class. What a treat.
Not consulting the experienced caretaker on the future home of the tuatara is one of the most ridiculous things I’ve heard in a while. He is the local expert and surely would know more about their needs than anyone else in the world…
A wealth of expert knowledge right here and they didn’t use it? I hope it’s not detrimental to the tuatara in the long run.
Great article, but I'm also surprised Lindsay, who is an expert, wasn't consulted about the new enclosure. Hopefully, the Tuatara will like their new home and we can view them once more.
I’m astounded that Mr Hazely wasn’t consulted - instead “Wellington” designers were used.
It's sad they didn't call upon Lindsay given his expertise.
Also, “But the roof did have leeks,” Hazley said.
I think you mean leaks hahaha. Unless there are rogue vegetables up there.
Lindsay is not only an expert in breeding and understanding tuataras, but was an ambassador for them, the museum and Invercargill. Unfortunately, the Council never properly appreciated that and still don't. I would suggest that, given the need for trust, the Council should be very publically transparent about the tuatara's health during the next few years, to prove whether the new enclosure works or not. If it doesn't, they will have a lot to answer for, so they need to get it absolutely right. This is where local expertise counts.
Who are these people in charge of relocating NZ's Taonga species... glad to know these Tuatara are safe, but this situation should never have happened. The logistics team need a new and improved professional process.
Lindsay, you are NZ's foremost authority about Tuatara and a "Tuatara Champion"
It's so disappointing to learn that your years of valuable research, knowledge and experience has been overlooked by the Invercargill City Council.
Rest assured that many people within the Southland community and the wider New Zealand society
recognize your work with Tuatara over many decades.
Enjoy your retirement Lindsay.
Suzanne Clemence
Queenstown
Very disappointing Lindsay was not on the consultation team for the new enclosure. What was the reason please?