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Instep Young Leaders strengthen their skills with Mulberry St

Nine of our year 13 Instep Young Leaders, who have returned for another year, recently participated in a strengths-building course...

Western Bay of Plenty regional deal – Leading New Zealand’s Growth

Aerial photograph Tauriko, by Wayne Tait 26 February 2025 The Western Bay of Plenty subregion has today submitted a proposal...
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Priority One welcomes new Board members

Priority One is pleased to welcome two new members that will join its impressive Board. Kylie Valentine, Tumuaki Tuarua/Deputy Head...
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Economic update February 2025

Source, RBNZ, Bloomberg, CIP. Mark Lister, Investment Director at Craigs Investment Partners offers an economic update, with indications that 2025...
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Partnering for Nature: the Rayonier Matariki Forests approach 

Priority One’s Partnering with Nature initiative aims to connect businesses with meaningful nature projects around our region. Research from our...
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Western Bay of Plenty Seeks Government Partnership to Fuel Economic Growth, Housing, and Jobs Through Regional Deal

17th December 2024 Western Bay of Plenty Seeks Government Partnership to Fuel Economic Growth, Housing, and Jobs Through Regional Deal...
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How to get your business involved in Tauranga Moana conservation projects

Priority One recently launched the Partnering for Nature programme, in partnership with Bay Conservation Alliance. All businesses rely on biodiversity...
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The Circular Construction Collective: making inroads into industry waste challenges

The Circular Construction Collective was established by Priority One’s Sustainability Lead, Marissa Nikora, in response to the huge waste issues...

Principals’ Day Out: Unlocking pathways in health and wellbeing

We recently offered our Instep Principals' Day Out which aims to bridge the gap between education and the business community...
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The potential use of GeoHeat for industry in the Western Bay of Plenty

Everyone is familiar with geothermal in our region, from the geysers and pools of Rotorua to Wairakei’s large power stations...

Futureproofing Tauranga’s Workforce

Tauranga businesses gathered recently to explore practical steps for building a stronger workforce at our Futureproofing Tauranga’s Workforce event. Hosted...

Instep Young Leader shines at climate futures event

Our Instep Young Leader Kaena John from Ōtūmoetai College recently had an opportunity to step into the spotlight, representing the...