News & Community Stories

Local stories about leaders going above and beyond to ensure a sustainable future in Taranaki.

Growing your own kai - pilot results

Our community’s interest in learning more about home-grown food was already there, but the Covid-19 lockdown definitely boosted everyone’s motivation to get their hands dirty: we all saw seeds and gardening supplies being in high demand, and how everyone decided that one of the best ways to spend the weeks at home was to get their vege garden set up.

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Marfell Community Garden - New Year update

Since its first hui in November, the Marfell Community Garden has made considerable progress and has brought together neighbors near and far to help develop the space. With 24 fully planted rows of vegetables, a kumara patch, corn clusters, teepees of runner beans and sunflowers as well as a perimeter of native trees…

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Taranaki Sustainable Backyards Trail 2020 Recap

What an incredible 10 days with our garden hosts putting so much time and energy into sharing their knowledge and gardens with our community. We had record numbers attend this year and with the collaborative effort from the Taranaki Garden Festival and Arts Trail, we were able to engage new audiences and inspire people to take steps towards a more sustainable life.

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