Evidence of Martin Unwin - Environment Canterbury

21. INTRODUCTIONQualifications and Experience1.1 My name is Martin John Unwin. I hold the qualification of Master ofScience in Physics (with Distinction) from the University of Canterbury.I am a member of the American Fisheries Society and the GilbertIchthyological Society, and have recently completed a five year termon the Editorial Advisory Board of the New Zealand Journal of Marineand Freshwater Research, published by the Royal Society of NewZealand.1.2 I have been employed by the National Institute of Water andAtmospheric Research and its predecessor organisations for 34 years,and am currently a Senior Fisheries Scientist. My main researchinterest has been the biology of Chinook salmon in New Zealandwaters, a topic on which I have published over thirty papers in thirteenpeer-reviewed international scientific journals.1.3 A strong secondary interest throughout my research career has beencollecting and analysing data on usage of New Zealand’s fisheryresources by recreational anglers. I have helped design and analysenumerous surveys of recreational fisheries in both marine andfreshwater environments, and have authored or co-authored over thirtyreports on the results.1.4 I have been engaged by North Canterbury Fish and Game Council(F&G) to prepare evidence in relation to the Hurunui and Waiau RiverRegional Plan. I previously presented evidence at the SpecialTribunal hearing in relation to a Water Conservation Order on theHurunui River. I am well familiar with the Hurunui and Waiaucatchments through my professional interest in Chinook salmonbiology and angling demographics; a lifelong association with theSouth Island high country; and recreational activities includingtramping, white water kayaking, and mountain biking.SJE-388879-28-627-V1:axm