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Collaborative approach to Zero Waste leads to community learning.
In the Gisborne/ Tairāwhiti Region the Enviroschools team have been continuing to seek ways of shifting community practice around waste and a 2020 series of collaboratively run waste workshops has already reaped rewards. This story tells us about how this came about and the flow on effects of this holistic approach.
Collaborative Approach to Restoration of waterways and biodiversity in Tairawhiti Communities Creates Local Curriculum.
The WaiRestoration programme is being implemented in Tairāwhiti in a way that aligns to local priorities and water management goals. It strengthens classroom learning and actions undertaken in Enviroschools and provides a range of practical learning opportunities for all those involved. Find out more about what has contributed to this success and built the foundations of a long-term commitment.
Actively Engaged Students Tap into Natural Abundance of Energy in Tairāwhiti
Inspired by the recent Enviroschools Energy! Roadshow, Tairāwhiti Enviroschools and Electric Village collaborated to bring an exciting Energy! workshop to local schools...
Rethinking Waste Through a Māori Perspective
Tairāwhiti Enviroschools Facilitators Kauri Forno and Kirsty Gaddum tell us about a hui designed with mana whenua that wove traditional Mātauranga Māori with contemporary choices around waste. The day that eventuated on Titirangi maunga was place-based and linked to examples of traditional Māori living, gardening, and cooking.
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Enviroschools Te Tairāwhiti: Community Facilitator
Are you looking for a varied, interesting and diverse role? Would you like to play a pivotal role in a proven sustainability kaupapa? Are you passionate about learning and education?...
Rinse, recycle, repeat and reflect
Wainui Beach School, in Tairawhiti Gisborne, has been announced as the winner of the WasteMINZ rinse, recycle, repeat campaign video competition. You can enjoy (and learn from) their winning entry...
Video showcases Tairāwhiti Enviroschools WaiRestoration
The wonderful collaboration of Enviroschools Tairāwhiti with Tūranga Ararau, Te Kaunihera o te Tairāwhiti/ Gisborne District Council, Department of Conservation, Gisborne Airport, HB and JN Williams Trust, and Tairāwhiti Environment Centre...
Local Curriculum reaps Green-Gold for Makaraka
Tāmaki Makaurau Enviroschools Facilitator, Nicky Elmore, has reflected on her day visiting Makaraka school with the Enviroschools Tairāwhiti team. She has shared what stood out for her about the Enviroschools...
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