Biology Educators of Aotearoa New Zealand (BEANZ) is an incorporated society whose 
purpose is to support and promote Biology education throughout New Zealand. 

Our focus is on building pedagogy and content knowledge of members through 
the provision of regular newsletters, regional workshops, resources, website, and 
scholarships for members to attend relevant conferences, specific projects such as 
provision of support materials, and the biennial conference, BioLive. 

BEANZ also produces and publishes NCEA level 3 practice examination papers each year 
as well as other materials to support teachers in assessment practices. All professional 
educators who have an interest in Biology Education in New Zealand are encouraged to 
become members of BEANZ.