Safeguarding and sharing stories
Pukerangiora Hapū, a vital part of Te Atiawa iwi, is diligently pursuing their aspirations in collaboration with their uri (members) and community organisations, to lay strong foundations for future generations.
Scaling up for Impact: Rewild revolutionising predator control.
Rewild Limited, a pioneering conservation-focused enterprise based in Taranaki, is on a mission to revolutionise predator control methods for the preservation of native species. Their flagship project, the Rewild F-Bomb, represents a groundbreaking innovation in humane pest eradication. Now, with...
Propelling Taranaki students into immersive virtual environments.
In the wake of Sir Peter Blake’s passing in the Amazon in 2001, BLAKE, formerly known as the Sir Peter Blake Trust, emerged as a beacon of environmental stewardship. Committed to upholding his legacy, the organisation has developed a range of initiatives aimed at nurturing environmental leadership.
Transforming Futures: School attendance skyrockets.
Stratford High School has a growing roll of more than 600 students ranging from Year 9 through to Year 13. The school has worked hard with staff, students and parents to offer a range of relevant programmes. One such programme is Employability for Disengaged Youth, which caters for some of the school’s most at-risk students.
Guardians of Rotokare: Creating a halo of greater biodiversity.
Nestled in the heart of the Taranaki region lies 230-hectares of ecological significance – Rotokare Scenic Reserve – a wildlife sanctuary surrounded by an 8.2km pest-free fence, encouraging forest rejuvenation and re-establishing endangered fauna. This sanctuary, enveloping lush native forests, wetlands, and a tranquil lake, shines as a guiding light for conservationists and nature lovers. Managed by the Rotokare Scenic Reserve Trust, Rotokare embodies the spirit of preservation and community stewardship, safeguarding the region’s rich biodiversity for generations to come.
Nourishing Communities, Changing Lives
In the heart of Ngāmotu, New Plymouth, On The House stands as a beacon of hope and solidarity. What began as a small initiative in 2017 has grown into a powerful force for good, thanks to the unwavering support of the community and funding from Toi Foundation.