Te Puke - Troppo - Plants that Make you Happy

26 Mar

Te Puke

Wetlands restoration in Te Puke with FRUITION’s Hei Whanake

March 26, 2025
By Troppo
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As part of Vector Group Charitable Trust, Troppo is documenting the comprehensive wetlands restoration project in Te Puke, Bay of Plenty. Today marked the commencement of planting a significant number of native flora, a crucial step in rejuvenating our region's natural resources. In a few weeks, the...

22 Mar

* TROPPO's Food Forest in Te Puke, BOP (www.foodforest.org.nz), Te Puke

The Easiest Way to Harvest Banana Bunches – Plus an Exciting Ice Cream Project & Saying Goodbye to a Giant!

March 22, 2025
By Troppo
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Troppo shares key activities and insights while preparing for the 'Flavours of Plenty' event and managing their garden. The focus is on banana harvesting techniques, replacing banana clumps with rarer varieties, and handling an overgrown 'green Abyssinian.' https://youtu.be/2jdGwuTpcbc Harvesting ...

21 Mar

* TROPPO's Food Forest in Te Puke, BOP (www.foodforest.org.nz), Exploring New Zealand, Te Puke

A Green Encounter: When Green and Wild Visited Troppo’s Urban Tropical Food Forest

March 21, 2025
By Troppo
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It's not every day that your passion project catches the attention of someone who shares your vision for a greener, more sustainable world. That's exactly what happened when Bahareh from Green and Wild visited our Troppo urban tropical food forest and nursery in Te Puke, Bay of Plenty. The excitemen...

16 Mar

* Food Forests of New Zealand (www.foodforests.nz), Community Gardens, Te Puke

🌿 Te Puke’s Green Gems: A Day of Community and Cultivation 🌿

March 16, 2025
By Troppo
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On Sunday, March 16th, the Bay of Plenty buzzed with excitement as local community gardens opened their gates for a special event. Among these verdant havens, two Te Puke treasures stood out: the Te Puke Community Garden and Giggles Te Puke Early Learning Centre. But that’s not all—Troppo’s very own...

05 Mar

* TROPPO's Food Forest in Te Puke, BOP (www.foodforest.org.nz), Te Puke

Introducing TROPPO’s Kai and Canopy – Growing, Harvesting, and Feasting Together! 🌱🍽️

March 5, 2025
By Troppo
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Welcome to TROPPO's Food Forest Kai and Canopy, our YouTube channel where we take you on a journey from plant to plate! 🌿🥑🍍 Whether you’re a tropical grower, a food forest enthusiast, or just someone who loves the idea of harvesting your own kai, this channel is for you! What You Can Expect on TR...

02 Mar

Te Puke

🌿 Giggles Garden Glow-Up: Growing, Learning & Digging in Together! 🌱

March 2, 2025
By Troppo
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Exciting things are happening at Giggles Te Puke Early Learning Centre! Their amazing food forest is about to get a fresh burst of life, and guess what? The whole community is invited to join in the fun! A Garden That Gives Back! At Giggles, the garden isn’t just about growing plants—it’s about ...

27 Feb

* TROPPO's Food Forest in Te Puke, BOP (www.foodforest.org.nz), Te Puke

Experience Global Flavors at The Daily’s Kitchen Pop-Up Series!

February 27, 2025
By Troppo
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Are you ready for a culinary adventure that takes your taste buds on a journey across the globe? The Daily is bringing an exclusive Kitchen Pop-Up Series, offering a unique dining experience that showcases vibrant international cuisines. With limited seats available, now’s the time to secure your sp...

26 Feb

Te Puke

The Inspiring Journey of Meeting Owen Mania Takuira-Ngaropo and Joining His Vision for “The Rock” Papamoa Community Gardens

February 26, 2025
By Troppo
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Fourteen years ago, in 2011, the Vector Group Charitable Trust was established, driven by a shared passion for community development, sustainable living, and empowerment. This was the same year that my journey took a remarkable turn when I met Owen Mania Takuira-Ngaropo, the founder of "The Rock" Pa...

25 Feb

* Food Forests of New Zealand (www.foodforests.nz), Te Puke

🌱 Youth Getting Into Syntropic Agroforestry: A Visit from Jared 🌱

February 25, 2025
By Troppo
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The future of regenerative agriculture and food security is bright when young growers step up! 🌿🌏 It’s always exciting to see passionate youth diving into the world of syntropic agroforestry. Recently, I had the pleasure of hosting Jared and his father, Steve, for a tour of Troppo’s tropical food fo...

24 Feb

Te Puke

Te Puke 2025 Teams Summit – A Night of Collaboration, Connection & Kiwifruit!

February 24, 2025
By Troppo
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Te Puke, get ready! The Te Puke 2025 Teams Summit is happening soon, and you’re invited to be part of the action! Whether you're a business, a community group, a club, or just someone passionate about shaping the future of our town, this is your chance to connect, collaborate, and contribute. 📅 Dat...

24 Feb

Te Puke

One Man’s Trash-Busting Mission – But He Needs Your Help!

February 24, 2025
By Troppo
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Te Puke’s got a new hero – and he’s armed with nothing but a passion for keeping our town clean! Meet Craig Wallace, the one-man clean-up crew who’s on a mission to make Te Puke shine. But let’s be real – he can’t do it alone. Te Puke has officially joined the Keep New Zealand Beautiful family, tha...

24 Feb

Exploring New Zealand, Te Puke

Restoring Te Puke’s Wetlands: A Community-Driven Environmental Revival

March 28, 2025
By Troppo
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At the heart of Te Puke, the Western Bay of Plenty District Council is leading an ambitious wetland restoration project, dedicated to revitalizing the natural ecosystem surrounding beloved local landmarks, including Blaymires' Tinkerbell's Garden, the BMX pump track, Te Puke Dog Park, and the Te Ara...

20 Feb

Te Puke

Proposal for a Kai Resilience-Based Community Food Forest in Te Puke

February 26, 2025
By Troppo
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Submitted to: Te Puke Community Board For Consideration by: Western Bay of Plenty District Council Prepared by: Date: Introduction This proposal seeks the endorsement and support of the Te Puke Community Board and Western Bay of Plenty District Council for the establishment of a Ka...