Book excerpt: Foundations for Health, Science and Sport in Aotearoa New Zealand is a custom publication that has been created specifically for students in the Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences, studying Hauora Māori and Environment MAOH501, Health and Environment HEAL504, Lifespan Development and Communication HEAL507 at Auckland University of Technology. This book has been designed to ensure you get exactly what you need, week to week, to support your success in this subject.