News & Community Stories
Read these inspiring local stories about going above and beyond to ensure a sustainable future in Taranaki.
8 Things You Didn’t Know About Composting
From the Neolithic to the TNT and NPDC, here are 8 things you didn’t know about composting!
Local & Sustainable Gift Ideas 2024/2025
This holiday season we can all contribute to the well-being of our planet and our community by shopping local & sustainable!
9 years in a row: meet the Backyards Trail #1 fan!
Meet Jenny, our #1 fan! She has been exploring the Backyards Trail for 9 years in a row, all the way from Wellington!
Support Crop Swap Aotearoa with a Fundraiser Tea Towel!
Looking for a unique way to support sustainable food sharing? Get your hands on our beautiful tea towel!
Local Taranaki Markets in 2024
Find out where and when are all the local markets in Taranaki! Full list and map in the article.
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.”
Volunteer this Summer & be part of something BIG!
We need more awesome volunteers and fundraisers over Summer. Come and join our team of volunteers and be part of some amazing local events!
A Decade of Sustainable Backyards Inspiring Change Towards a Greener Future
Learn about how the Sustainable Backyards Trails have been inspiring change over the past 10 years and how it has now evolved to be Taranaki Sustainable Trails
Growing Community Connections with Community Gardens
Read about 3 community gardens in Taranaki that are quietly transforming local neighbourhoods, fostering sustainability, resilience, and a deep sense of community.
A Crop Swap Road Trip Across Taranaki
Find out about Crop Swap in Taranaki, and learn more about this grass roots initiative changing our behaviour around food
Rejuvenating the Art of Repurposing in the Garden
Find out about the growing popularity and importance of repurposing materials in the garden.
The dream of Kiwi Conservation becoming reality-Te Ara Taiao
The growth in Kiwi conservation is a dream becoming reality. Share in the experience of a Kiwi release and discover more about this important of this mahi for Te Ara Taiao
Time to #justakeithome
We’ve all heard about the problem of single use tents at festivals, even in NZ, but what about single use picnic blankets at music events, right here in Taranaki?!
Spotswood College: the big dive into sustainable initiatives
Since 2020 Spotswood College has been implementing many sustainable initiatives. We met with Aly to discuss their actions and programmes.
Why and how to recycle your soft plastics?
Did you know that instead of sending your soft plastics to the landfill you could recycle them into posts and insulation boards?
Mission Compostable: 5 Easily Avoidable Composting Mistakes
5 common mistakes you might be making with your compost!
Our staff's favourite stories of 2023!
We asked our staff to share one of their favourite moments during the past year. Here is what they said!
10 Tips for starting your Vegetable Garden
You can easily grow your own veggies in Taranaki! Here are 10 tips from our expert!
All Heart Waitara: a new store promoting a circular economy
This new store located on Mc Lean Street, Waitara aims to cut corporate waste while building up the local community!
2023 Taranaki Green Gifting Guide
Finding the perfect gift for the sustainable enthusiast in your life can be a challenge. This Taranaki Green Gifting Guide is your compass to navigating the realm of sustainable gifting with ease.