NIWA South and East AucklandScience & Technology Fair

Prize Giving Ceremony

Tuesday, 4 September 2018

Mission Heights Junior College Theatre

7 to 9 pm

Emcee: Carol Dufffield, Somerville Intermediate School

Welcome Catherine HunterGuest Speaker Dylan Townsend,

2017 Premier Award WinnerPresentation of Category Awards Prize Sponsors

Musical Interlude Tu + 2, OSC and MHJC studentsGuest Speaker Dr. Sarah Morgan, COMET

Presentation of Special Awards Prize SponsorsPresentation of the Premier Award Tracey Burton, NIWA

Closing Catherine Hunter

Your prize money comes in the form of a cheque which is found

in your envelope. Please cash all cheques by December 31, 2018.

Sponsor's Message

A very warm welcome to the 2018 NIWA South and East Auckland Science &Technology Fair. It’s a great pleasure for NIWA to support this outstanding eventonce again, and we congratulate all the students, parents, teachers and supporterswho have worked so hard to ensure its success.

NIWA Science & Technology Fairs are a wonderful opportunity for students toshowcase their talent and enthusiasm for science, and to gain recognition for theirexcellence and innovation. Across the country, thousands of students have beeninvolved in researching, constructing and presenting exhibits. Participation is on itsown a powerful learning tool, but above all else they should be fun.

Naturally, NIWA has a vested interest in nurturing a passion for science andtechnology among young New Zealanders. Enhancing knowledge in NIWA’s keyareas of scientific focus – the atmosphere, the ocean, and freshwater – is critical tothe sustainable growth of New Zealand as a nation. We need fresh enquiring mindsto maintain this momentum. A career in science and technology is as rewarding asit is important – and right here is where we hope a spark may be lit.

NIWA is the main sponsor of the South and East Auckland, Auckland City, NorthHarbour, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Wellington and Canterbury-Westland Science andTechnology Fairs. These events form part of our long-term commitment toenhancing engagement with science and technology by young New Zealanders

Thank you to the organising committee, judges, schools and other sponsors foryour commitment and support in promoting the NIWA South and East Science &Technology Fair. Without you, this exciting event simply wouldn’t happen.

Tracey BurtonNIWA Science Fairs Co-ordinator

Message from the ConvenorTēnā koutou, tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou katoa.

Congratulations to all of the students we are acknowledging tonight. The Committeeis extremely proud of your work, as it represents a tremendous amount of thought,effort and commitment to the science and technology community.

As in previous years, participants have once again tested the judges. Personalrelevance and sheer enthusiasm shone through during the interviews. The growinguse of technology is not surprising, but the skill sets needed to carry out someinvestigations was very comprehensive. I commend you for tackling barriers headon until a workable solution was found. Not giving up takes patience and resilienceand I am pleased to be recognising students with these qualities.

Among those receiving prizes tonight is a special group of students. The eveningmarks the first time the Fair is awarding prizes to Year 6 students. We hope that theintroduction of a Primary Science and Technology category will grow greatscientists from an earlier age. I had the privilege of judging the category and I wasvery impressed. They all were keen to enter again next year so their feeder schoolsbetter get ready for them!

Behind all of these amazing students are countless people encouraging them.Thank you to family members, teachers and community supporters. You truly meanmore than being a shuttle to drop the project off or the extra gluer on the morning itsdue. Taking the time to show an interest and providing advice goes a long way overthe course of a science fair season.

Finally, I would like to extend a big thank you to the incredibly generous sponsorsand judges. The financial contribution and time donated make nights like this aresounding success for everyone. Lastly, to the Committee, who at this point is avery well-oiled machine, your behind the scenes efforts do not go amiss. Thank youfor your commitment and collaboration.

Catherine HunterScience Fair Convenor

Presentation of Category Awards

Category 1 – Years 7 and 8 Living WorldSponsored by Wai Shing Ltd.

FIRST PLACEDoes the early bird really catch the worm?Josh RadfordSomerville Intermediate School

SECOND PLACEWhich would you choose? Mackenzie AlleySomerville Intermediate School

THIRD PLACECupcake Colour ConfusionLydia AndersonSomerville Intermediate School

HIGHLY COMMENDEDAnswered by Influence Cathy KangFarm Cove Intermediate School

HIGHLY COMMENDEDFighting FasterMax ReynoldsSomerville Intermediate School

HIGHLY COMMENDEDBackyard BirdsBrooke StansfieldHowick Intermediate School

Category 2 – Years 7 and 8 Physical and Material WorldSponsored by Auckland Science Teachers Association

FIRST PLACEElectromagnetic Propulsion Launches the FutureGareth ChooSomerville Intermediate School

SECOND PLACEThe Copper Currency ConspiracyLiam PowellFarm Cove Intermediate School

THIRD PLACEAiming for AccuracyRyan JohnsonHowick Intermediate School

HIGHLY COMMENDEDPushing PowerJamie MeadFarm Cove Intermediate School

HIGHLY COMMENDEDBattle of the Paper PlanesNoah MilneElim Christian College

HIGHLY COMMENDEDWho’s the StrongestImogen PerrySaint Kentigern College

HIGHLY COMMENDEDCan My Voice Shatter a Glass?Niko McConnellHowick Intermediate School

Presentation of Category Awards

Category 3 – Years 7 and 8 Environmental Science / Planet Earth and BeyondSponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Papatoetoe

FIRST PLACEThe Price of ConvenienceOrlando YeSomerville Intermediate School

SECOND PLACECompost CrittersHannah BookerFarm Cove Intermediate School

THIRD PLACEWeather WiseAshleigh van GemstFarm Cove Intermediate School

HIGHLY COMMENDEDSolar purification and disinfection of H2OTerra CouttsSomerville Intermediate School

HIGHLY COMMENDEDGuava Moth anyone?Harrison MaddenSomerville Intermediate School

HIGHLY COMMENDEDClean or Contaminated?Charlotte MuirSaint Kentigern College

Category 4 – Years 7 and 8 Intermediate Consumer ScienceSponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Drury

FIRST PLACEWhose Line Is It Anyway?Sam CatoPukekohe Intermediate School

SECOND PLACEThe True Blue Dye-LemmaJesse LoubserElim Christian College

THIRD PLACEBuzz off BacteriaKayla ConoverSomerville Intermediate School

HIGHLY COMMENDEDC’erious Orange JuiceAvik MehtaSomerville Intermediate School

HIGHLY COMMENDEDGoing NutsSaniya LalMission Heights Junior College

Presentation of Category AwardsCategory 5 – Years 7 to 10 Technology / InnovationsSponsored by KP Group Ltd

FIRST PLACEAuto-Water-InoJessica KangMission Heights Junior College

SECOND PLACETops for RecyclingConnor NankivellHowick Intermediate School

THIRD PLACESmart BinsKatrina Pham and Risha PrasadMission Heights Junior College

HIGHLY COMMENDEDPosture PerfectAnnabelle HarrisonHowick Intermediate School

HIGHLY COMMENDEDScrill ToolMatthew ClooneyPukekohe High School

HIGHLY COMMENDEDOff the TrackKeiran Hicks and Jack GrantMission Heights Junior College

Category 6 – Years 9 and 10 Living World Sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Waiau Pa-Clarks Beach

FIRST PLACEPerception of PowerPahul Kaur, Kashvi Vij and Tania KumarMission Heights Junior College

SECOND PLACESugar BUZZAfasene Vaa, Amigo Lomitusi and Dizalvin MimitaTangaroa College

THIRD PLACEDo you MindHarjot Singh Dharni, Paul Chan and Ethan KiddMission Heights Junior College

HIGHLY COMMENDEDpH Levels in Fruit JuiceNureen Ali, John Thai and Shania KumarAorere College

Presentation of Category Awards

Category 7 – Years 9 and 10 Physical and Material WorldSponsored by New Zealand Steel Ltd.

FIRST PLACERadiation, What Protects YouRicky BassanoMission Heights Junior College

SECOND PLACEScreens or paper?Prerana Chand and Jasmine RahmanManurewa High School

THIRD PLACESynethesiaDarshika Lal, Meeron Dnhka and Charlie HydesManurewa High School

Category 8 – Years 9 and 10 Environmental Science / Plant Earth and BeyondSponsored by Kiwanis Club of Papakura

HIGHLY COMMENDEDCloudy with a chance of acidFaatimah Nisa, Harshitha Surendran and Jahnavi ShahMission Heights Junior College

HIGHLY COMMENDEDFish Poo HydroponicsKenjiah WeirHowick College

Presentation of Category Awards

Category 9 – Year 9 to 13 Secondary Consumer ScienceSponsored by Efficient Moving and Storage

FIRST PLACEA TissueLisa BracefieldTyndale Park Christian School

HIGHLY COMMENDEDTangledCong Yao Ma, Saniya Sajwan and Bhavjeet KaurMission Heights Junior College

Category 10 – Primary Science and TechnologySponsored by Storage King, Botany South

FIRST PLACEAussies put to the testCaleb WagenerElim Christian College

SECOND PLACENatural vs ChemicalAlex LivingstonPakuranga Heights School

HIGHLY COMMENDEDCan food conduct electricity?Ryda DavisPakuranga Heights School

Presentation of Category AwardsCategory 11 – Years 11 to 13 Senior Science Sponsored by NIWA

FIRST PLACETend our Taonga: Tane MahutaJohn ChenManurewa High School

SECOND PLACEUsing fluorescence spectroscopy to measure oil in waterJojo Coleman-ChaimanPukekohe High School

THIRD PLACEPowder Patch KidsAaron Lew and Aimee LewManurewa High School

Presentation of Special Awards

The IET Innovation AwardsSponsored by the Institution of Engineering and Technology

Award for Best Application ofElectronicsSponsored by NIWA

Science Award Trust (Years 7 and 8Only)Sponsored by Science Award Trust

Best Project by a Maori StudentSponsored by Manukau Institute of Technology

Best Project by a Pasifika StudentSponsored by Manukau Institute of Technology

Presentation of Special Awards

The Environment AwardSponsored by NIWA

Best Soil Science Related Project AwardSponsored by NZ Society for Soil Science

Auckland Transport Travelwise Award Sponsored by Auckland Transport

Best Use of Flour AwardSponsored by the Baking Industry Research Trust

Best Use of Statistics AwardSponsored by the New Zealand Statistical Association

Presentation of Special Awards

Prizes for Best Innovation, Invention, or Investigation by Year LevelSponsored by NIWA

Year 7

Year 8

Year 9

Year 10 (Not Awarded)

Year 11 (Not Awarded)

Year 12

Year 13 (Not Awarded)

Presentation of Special AwardsThe School Encouragement Award Sponsored by New Zealand Instituteof Food Science and Technology

New Zealand Heritage AwardSponsored by NIWA

Best Application of the Scientific MethodSponsored by the University of Otago

The Eric Clague Kiwanis AwardSponsored by Kiwanis Clubs of Counties Manukau

Premier Award for Best Exhibit of theFairSponsored by NIWA

Special Thanks to our Judgesand Committee

Our team of judges are recognised as specialists in their fields. Judges are amixture of professionals from local schools, universities, technology institutes andthe science and technology industries.

Judges

Chief Judge: Chandar Dewan, Tangaroa College

Maria Augutis, NIWA Guy Coulson, NIWA

Jose Derraik, Liggins Institute, UoA Alastair Caine, Alfriston College

Sarah Maessen, Liggins Institute, UoA Jamie Chow, IET

Eadaoin Butler, Liggins Institute, UoA Nandun Padukkage, BECA / IET

Shannon Adams, University of Auckland Chris Quill, Fisher & Paykel Healthcare

Jie Zhang, University of Auckland Cheryl Frankis, Vector Limited

Anna Ponnampalam, Liggins Institute, UoA Joshwin Lal, Manukau Institute of Technology

Sarah Morgan, COMET Auckland Lilly Taylor, University of Auckland

Rainer Leonhardt, University of Auckland Lina Flor Pineda, Bakers Industry Research Trust

Michael Browne, University of Auckland Dion Cowley, Mission Heights Junior College

Sam Turner, BECA Angela Rees, Elim Christian School

Sophie Roberts, University of Auckland Gunsheen Kaur, UoA Student Teacher

Jinfeng Zhao, University of Auckland Karen Brewer, Te Kupenga Hauora Maori, UoA

Kiara Daly, University of Auckland Stuti Misra, University of Auckland

Warren Budd, Auckland Transport

Science Fair Committee

ConvenorSecretaryTreasurer

Chief JudgeSponsorship

Registration / Webmaster

Catherine HunterAngela ReesDion Cowley

Chadar DewanMelanie KindleyBen Doughney

A special thanks to Mission Heights Junior College for hosting the Fair and PrizeGiving and the Mission Heights Junior College Family and Friends for their supportthroughout the event.

We would also like to thank teachers for their ongoing commitment in supportingstudents with their projects.

Website: www.sciencefairmanukau.org.nz

2018 Participating Schools

Aorere CollegeElim Christian College

Farm Cove Intermediate SchoolHowick College

Howick Intermediate SchoolManurewa High School

Mission Heights Junior CollegePakuranga Heights School

Pukekohe High SchoolPukekohe Intermediate School

Saint Kentigern CollegeSomerville Intermediate School

Tangaroa CollegeTyndale Park Christian School

Thank you to our Sponsors