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Gardens on Wheels: Creative Community Action Driving Kai Resilience

The core mission of achieving greater community kai resilience was vividly showcased last weekend at Gardens on Wheels 2025, where

Kai Resilience Co-op: Cultivating Beauty and Sustainable Kai

The Te Puke Coast Lions Garden Ramble 2025 proved that beauty and sustainable food production, or kai resilience, are not

From Bare Earth to Edible Abundance: The Genesis of Kai Resilience

Planting the Seeds of Food Resilience in Hairini, Tauranga Kai resilience—the ability of a community to sustainably feed itself—is the

Building Kai Resilience: A Day of Sharing and Swapping at the Food Forest

Yesterday, our community came together for more than just a plant swap; we participated in a meaningful act of collective

The Kai Resilience Co-operative: Te Puke’s Contribution to a National Movement

One Nation, Many Gardens: Te Puke’s Role in the Kai Resilience Co-operative The Kai Resilience Co-operative is a powerful national

Rooted in Legacy: My Home, Land & Sea Story

Toni Austen is an entrepreneur and subtropical grower from Northland, New Zealand, who operates the business Austenz Ltd. She is

The “Kai” of a Successful Community

In a world increasingly shaped by global supply chains and economic uncertainty, the concept of a secure and sustainable local

More Than a Side Dish: The Humble Kumara as a Hearty Whānau Meal

Tēnā koutou katoa! We often think of kumara as a side dish, but today we’re putting it centre stage. A

Kāinga Kai: How to Feed the Whānau on a Budget with a Kiwi Classic

Kia ora e te whānau! In these times, every dollar counts, and making sure the family is fed with good,

Mince Magic: The Ultimate ‘Fakeaway’ Mince & Veggie Stir-fry for Your Whānau

Hey team! Ever get that Friday night craving for a takeaway but your wallet says “nah”? We’ve all been there.

Cottage Pie

Cottage pie is a classic Kiwi comfort food that’s both nutritious and affordable. This recipe is a great way to

Your Weekly Low-Budget Meal Plan: Wholesome & Cheap Meals for Kiwis

Creating a weekly meal plan is one of the most effective ways to save money on groceries while ensuring your

Batch Cook Brilliance: Your One-Stop-Shop Bolognese Sauce for Endless Meals

Hey team! Life is busy, and sometimes the last thing you want to do at the end of a long

Set & Forget: The Ultimate Slow Cooker Beef Stew for a Warm Whānau

Kia ora, foodies! Winter is coming, and there’s nothing more comforting than a warm, hearty meal that’s been bubbling away

The Ultimate ‘Leftover Rescue’: Our 30-Minute Kiwi Fried Rice

We’ve all been there: a fridge full of small containers of leftovers and a looming question of what to do

Cultivating Community: How Grow Te Puke is Helping Us Build a “Backyard Supermarket”

Te Puke is a town of abundant resources, and we believe one of the greatest is our ability to grow

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