Caddie, ManuCaddie-Koia, MiriaOldham-Malcolm, Wallis2026-06-082026-06-082026-03-31Caddie, M., Miria, C. -K., & Oldham Malcolm, W. (2026). Indigenous biodiscovery wānanga: Summary report. Te Kotahi Research Institute, University of Waikato. https://doi.org/10.15663/9190822.65iihttps://hdl.handle.net/10289/18329The Indigenous Biodiscovery Wānanga held on 30–31 March 2026 at JetPark Hotel, Hamilton, brought together around 60 researchers, Māori representatives, community leaders, government officials, and industry experts to explore the intersection of Indigenous knowledge, biodiversity research, and commercialisation. This two-day event provided a forum for in-depth discussion on key challenges and opportunities in Indigenous-led biodiscovery, with a focus on protecting taonga species, ensuring Māori rights and interests are recognised, and building sustainable pathways for commercialisation that benefit both communities and ecosystems.enReport10.15663/9190822.65ii