Nau mai, Haere mai

Ko te āhua o te taiao tētahi wakarerenga ka waihotia ake tātou ki ngā reanga whakeheke​.

Knowledge of the environment is a waka we wish to leave behind for future generations.

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Local & Sustainable Gift Ideas 2024/2025
Local & Sustainable Gift Ideas 2024/2025

This holiday season we can all contribute to the well-being of our planet, our region, and our community!

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9 years in a row: meet the Backyards Trail #1 fan!
9 years in a row: meet the Backyards Trail #1 fan!

Meet Jenny, our #1 fan! She has been exploring the Taranaki Sustainable Backyards Trail for 9 years in a row, all the way from Wellington!

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Support Crop Swap Aotearoa with a Fundraiser Tea Towel!
Support Crop Swap Aotearoa with a Fundraiser Tea Towel!

Looking for a unique way to support sustainable food sharing and reduce food waste in your community? Get your hands on our beautiful Crop Swap fundraiser tea towel!

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Led up the garden path
Led up the garden path

“You could see it like Tinder for gardeners - pick and choose properties depending on size and style - see what suits you, explore things you want to try out, get a little dirty at a small group workshop.”

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Events

  • Volunteers needed for the Seaside Night Market!

    Fri. 22 Nov. // 4:30pm - 8pm
    Ngāmotu Beach

    Come and help us make this event the closest to Zero Waste as possible!

    Shifts are: 4:30pm - 6:30pm // 6:30pm - 8:00pm

    More info here!

  • Nature Cleanup at Ngāmotu Beach!

    Sun. 24 Nov. // 10am - 12pm
    Ngāmotu Beach

    ALL WELCOME! You do NOT need to be “fit” or stay for the full 2 hours. Any help is MUCH APPRECIATED!

    More info here

  • Accessible & Upcycled Garden Beds FREE Workshop

    Sat. 30 Nov. 10am - 12pm
    EnviroHub, New Plymouth

    Come and join us for our FREE "Building accessible & upcycled garden beds" workshop!

    Free tickets here

  • Crop Swap tea towels fundraiser

    Wipe your dishes (or produce) with these cool tea towels!

    Price: $20 / tea towel

    Infos here!

  • Volunteering Calendar

    Lots of different events where you can help YOUR community to be more sustainable!

    Concerts, Sport events, Festivals, Community Gardens, Cleanups and MORE!

    Click here to see all our Events!

  • Visit our local markets!

    Weekends // All around Taranaki

    Support our local growers, artisans and artists! Find below where and when are the local markets in Taranaki!

    Learn more here
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Te Ara Taiao
Te Ara Taiao

Te Ara Taiao aims to enhance connections between schools, hapū and community so that students can get involved & develop environmental leadership to enhance the mauri & ecology of the Whenua, Awa and Moana.

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Sustainable Taranaki Volunteers
Sustainable Taranaki Volunteers

We are involved in many events, education programs, and DIY and gardening projects throughout the region and we need YOUR support!

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Community Gardens - Bringing People Together
Community Gardens - Bringing People Together

Community gardens and orchards are wonderful resources. Whether you have no garden at home but would like to grow food…

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Zero Waste Events
Zero Waste Events

We can assist you with your waste minimization plan. We have experience with events of all sizes, including sports games, concerts, expos, festivals, and markets.

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