Te Puke NewsWeek is a proud initiative of the Vector Group Charitable Trust, a trusted community partner dedicated to enriching the lives of Te Puke residents.
Te Puke NewsWeek is a proud initiative of the Vector Group Charitable Trust, a trusted community partner dedicated to enriching the lives of Te Puke residents.
A local high school was recently honored with a national award for excellence in science education and student projects.
Free Community Meals for Our Homeless and Hungry in Tauranga and Surrounds
Here at Vector Group Charitable Trust, we believe in building resilient communities. A core part of that vision is kai resilience—empowering New Zealanders to grow their own food and strengthen
Troppo isn’t just a garden; it’s a living, breathing testament to what’s possible when permaculture meets passion. This isn’t your typical backyard plot—it’s an urban tropical food forest nestled right
Community & Care: The Bay of Plenty's Local Support Network
Yesterday was an exciting day at Troppo’s Tropical Urban Food Forest! We had the pleasure of hosting Sam from the popular White Strawberries podcast right here in Te Puke. It
Unearthing the Heart of Green & Wild: A Journey Through New Zealand’s Gardens We’re thrilled to announce a collaboration with @Green_nd_Wild! 🌿 The visionary Bahareh is joining forces with us
A community garden initiative is seeking volunteers to help plant and maintain vegetable beds for the upcoming growing season.
Te Puke is on the cusp of an exciting new chapter, one that blends community, education, and sustainability into a vibrant, living landscape. A new proposal has been submitted to
The New Zealand government’s climate change policies, or lack thereof, have significant and varied impacts on New Zealanders, with particular consequences for regions like the Bay of Plenty and communities
Te Puke Digital is a project of the Vector Group Charitable Trust, offering digital marketing, videography, drone, photography, web development and IT support to empower local businesses and community organisations.
A powerful, community-driven movement is taking root in Te Puke, and at its heart is the Vector Group Charitable Trust. This isn’t your typical charitable organization. It’s a group of
The Te Puke community is putting down roots for a more resilient future. The Vector Group Charitable Trust is thrilled to announce the launch of Crop Swap Te Puke, a
The Foodforest Tours project at www.foodforest.tours is in the process of being incorporated with the National Kai Resilience Portal project. All information and updates will now be available through the
Vector Group Charitable Trust is proud to highlight the work of Shona Ua-Marsh, a remarkable leader whose commitment to community and collaboration aligns perfectly with our mission. As the founder
The sun was shining bright in Te Puke, and the air was filled with the sounds of hard work and community spirit. The Vector Group Charitable Trust, along with a
Mark your calendars! The beloved Rangiuru School Country Fair & Ag Day is just around the corner, promising a day of fun and a nod to our cherished rural history.
Navigating a jobless economy can be incredibly challenging, and recent economic data suggests New Zealand is in a difficult position. The current government, led by Christopher Luxon, has claimed it
Sometimes, the most profound insights come from the simplest moments. We recently heard a beautiful story from the team at Giggles Te Puke, where a banana tree on their property