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Incorporating a geographic information system in the hedonic modelling of farm property values
(Lincoln University, 2001)
To improve the mass valuation methodology of farm properties, a combination of hedonic models and Geographic Information System (GIS) was proposed. This study has three main objectives: Firstly, to present the theories of ...
Organisational structures and legal framework for tourism at local level : a case study of Mongolia
(Lincoln University, 2001)
Since 1990, when the country opened its door to the world tourism market, the role and nature of tourism has changed significantly.
At present, like other post socialist oriented economies in transition, Mongolia suffers ...
A history of apprenticeship in New Zealand
(Lincoln University, 2001)
This Master's thesis is a history of apprenticeship in New Zealand. Apprenticeship has traditionally been the main route for entry into the skilled trades. At one level apprenticeship is a way of training people to do a ...
Building stronger communities : using community based environmental management as the key to furthering the success of Coastcare Groups in New Zealand
(Lincoln University, 2001)
This document provides 'food for thought' for provision of improved and effective creation of Community Based Environmental Management within New Zealand. The focus of this report is primarily on supporting Care groups ...
Reviving rural communities : one small community's first steps to a better future
(Lincoln University. Faculty of Commerce. Kellogg Rural Leaders Programme., 2001)
Rural Communities around us are dying.
This study identifies that the best way to revive a rural community
is by focusing on the community's assets, capacities and abilities.
In New Zealand the Department of Labour's ...
Benchmarking and management behaviours of top sheep and beef cattle farmers
(Lincoln University, 2001)
The aim of this dissertation was to gain an insight into the use of benchmarking in the current management practices of top performing sheep and beef cattle farmers in the South Island of New Zealand. The more specific ...
Factors affecting the demand for meat in New Zealand
(Lincoln University, 2001)
Since the late 1970s, New Zealand red meat consumption has declined considerably whereas white meat consumption has gradually increased. The purpose of this research is to determine whether there has been a structural ...
Negotiating the edge : community management of the Governors Bay foreshore
(Lincoln University, 2001)
Landscape management is the process of directing the function and appearance of current and future landscapes. Much landscape research in Aotearoa/New Zealand has to date modelled the management making process as rational ...
Overcoming the barriers to electricity efficiency: a systemic investigation of the New Zealand electricity industry
(Lincoln University, 2001)
The use of electricity as an energy source has benefits that are socially, economically, and environmentally advantageous. The use of this resource efficiently is simply wise resource management. To date New Zealand has ...
Effect of simulated treading and compaction on soil physical properties and ryegrass pasture yield
(Lincoln University, 2001)
Soil compaction by animal treading can have detrimental impacts on soil physical properties and plant growth. Studies investigating the effects of animal treading on pasture production and soil physical properties have ...