Posts by Melissa Mae
Empowering change: A new initiative to combat family violence in New Zealand schools
In a recent meeting with MP Angie Warren-Clark, Instep’s Young Leader, Robert Unsworth, proposed an initiative aimed at combating family violence. The meeting was for Robert to raise awareness about…
Read MoreBreaking barriers: Empowering Wāhine in Trades with Vertical Horizons New Zealand
Vertical Horizons New Zealand (VHNZ) recently organised an event spotlighting women in trades, focused on dismantling gender stereotypes and fostering diversity within traditionally male-dominated industries. VHNZ has been in the…
Read MoreSH29 upgrades – endorsement set to make dream a reality for Tauriko West
Last Friday, the Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency Board endorsed the preferred option for the Tauriko Network Connections Detailed Business Case. The endorsement clears the way for funding to be made available to…
Read MoreNew Zealand marine industry hits $3 billion
Source: NZ Marine Industry Association Experts on the ‘Powering up boating’ panel at the NZ Marine conference, from left to right: John McGettigan (Earthling), Darren Vaux (ICOMIA), Michael Eaglen (EV…
Read MoreTaking Back Our Beach – Cinema release on 12th anniversary of Rena grounding
Source: Anton Steel The Rena showed the power of individuals to make change for good” Interviewee, Pim de Monchy When disaster strikes, a community rises! In the face of New…
Read MoreExploring the Future of Work: A gateway to future possibilities at Tauranga’s Canvas Careers Expo
The annual Canvas Careers Expo, held on August 10th and 11th at the Mercury Baypark Arena, once again proved to be the Western Bay of Plenty’s premier event for the…
Read MoreChanging the tide of congestion and climate change must be done together
Source: Priority One Sustainability Lead, Marissa Nikora Turning the tide on our city’s choked-up traffic congestion and moving to a more sustainable future can feel like a mammoth task that’s…
Read MoreNew Zealand’s largest youth innovation programme, yia! hits high registrations for its fourteenth year
New Zealand’s largest youth innovation programme, yia! (Young Innovator Awards) has received more than 670 registrations from 9 schools as it enters its 14th year in the Western Bay of…
Read MoreUnlocking Pathways to Success: Empowering Māori Interns for a Thriving Region
Source: Toi Kai Rawa In the vibrant landscape of the Bay of Plenty, where innovation, culture, and economic development intersect, an inspiring initiative is shaping the future of our region.…
Read MoreFlavours of Plenty Festival named as double finalist in 2023 NZEA Awards
Source: Tourism Bay of Plenty A Bay of Plenty foodie festival that launched as the hospitality sector battled tough COVID restrictions is now a finalist that’s in the running for…
Read MoreEnhancing employee benefits to attract talent to the region
In today’s competitive job market, companies are constantly seeking ways to attract and retain talent. Traditional employee benefits like the well-being allowance and extra annual leave days are standard offerings,…
Read MoreCelebrating the brightest talents in Bay of Plenty’s horticulture industry
We are delighted to share with you the excitement and success of the Bay of Plenty Young Grower of the Year, that took place at Mercury Baypark on Wednesday, July…
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