http://www.taranakicc.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.taranakicc.nz en-us Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:54:59 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.taranakicc.nz/blog/post/161470/summer-update/ Welcome to the summer edition of our newsletter. There’s real momentum building across Taranaki’s catchments. From practical on-farm tools to hands-on workshops, farmers and communities are stepping up to strengthen freshwater, biodiversity and farm resilience.We’re excited to be offering free fish passage assessments in partnership with Wai Connection. Understanding what’s happening in your farm streams is a practical step toward healthier waterways, and our trained team can help you id... Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:56:27 +1300 http://www.taranakicc.nz/blog/#post161470 http://www.taranakicc.nz/blog/post/157969/merry-christmas-from-tcc/ A huge thank you to everyone who's been part of another strong year for Taranaki Catchment Communities. The work happening across our catchments, from workshops to projects and campaigns, reflects real commitment to practical change and genuine support for our local farmers. It's been very encouraging to see the ideas, collaboration and momentum that continue to build across our wonderful region.This short video features our coordinators, along with messages from our chair Donna Cram and me, sha... Thu, 11 Dec 2025 15:19:03 +1300 http://www.taranakicc.nz/blog/#post157969 http://www.taranakicc.nz/blog/post/152880/spring-update/ Welcome to our spring newsletter! This edition is all about building momentum. You’ll find updates on the first steps of our new project ‘Our Taranaki, Our Future’, a closer look at the new Good Farm Biodiversity Module, and a farmer’s perspective on investing in biodiversity for the long term. We’re also highlighting upcoming workshops, and new farm health and safety training opportunities.Thank you for your support and involvement.Happy reading, Paul Turner – TCC Project Manager... Tue, 30 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.taranakicc.nz/blog/#post152880 http://www.taranakicc.nz/blog/post/149237/winter-update/ Welcome to the winter edition of our newsletter! It’s been a big couple of years for Taranaki Catchment Communities, and with the completion of our Essential Freshwater Fund project, now’s a great time to reflect on what we’ve achieved together, and where we’re headed next.This edition shares a snapshot of the incredible work happening across our region: from community-led action and freshwater tech to partnerships, practical on-farm workshops, and progress on future-focused projects lik... Tue, 29 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.taranakicc.nz/blog/#post149237 http://www.taranakicc.nz/blog/post/149256/planning-course-equips-farmers-to-shape-farm-futures/ Taranaki Catchment Communities offers practical training in grasping the challenges of the entire farm and its environment.... Mon, 21 Jul 2025 15:37:22 +1200 http://www.taranakicc.nz/blog/#post149256 http://www.taranakicc.nz/blog/post/144889/autumn-update/ Welcome to the autumn edition of our newsletter. There’s plenty happening across the region, from the success of our Good Farm Planning Hub and hands-on workshops, to exciting progress in projects like Whakaora Te Taranaki – Wai Restoration to Health.You’ll also find updates on LiDAR mapping, predator control, fish passage work, energy efficiency, and more. It’s a great reflection of the passion and commitment within our rural communities.Thanks for being part of this journey towards a m... Thu, 01 May 2025 11:10:34 +1200 http://www.taranakicc.nz/blog/#post144889 http://www.taranakicc.nz/blog/post/139422/summer-update/ Welcome to the summer edition of our newsletter. As we wrap up an incredible year, I want to thank everyone who has contributed to the remarkable growth and success of Taranaki Catchment Communities. From workshops and campaigns to innovative projects, we’ve made strides in enhancing sustainable practices and supporting our local farmers. It’s been a year of community connection, learning and progress, and I’m excited about what we can achieve together in the coming year. Wishing you and y... Thu, 19 Dec 2024 14:17:26 +1300 http://www.taranakicc.nz/blog/#post139422 http://www.taranakicc.nz/blog/post/135195/spring-newsletter/ Welcome to our spring newsletter. In this edition, we’ve got plenty of exciting updates to share, from our Good Farm Planning Hub, which is helping farmers stay ahead of regulatory challenges, to the latest on the Whakaora Te Taranaki – Wai Restoration project. You’ll also find information on our energy-saving campaign, new farm science workshops, and details about the upcoming Sustainable Farms Trail.There’s a lot happening, and we’re grateful to be part of a community so committed to... Wed, 25 Sep 2024 15:53:59 +1200 http://www.taranakicc.nz/blog/#post135195 http://www.taranakicc.nz/blog/post/134483/facct-media-release/ As part of the Good Farm project, Taranaki Catchment Communities is proud to extend a popular series of workshops to Taranaki farmers and landholders, equipping them to better understand their land, protect production and profitability through farm science, and feel confident in the face of increased regulation.The Farming and Compliance Confidence Taranaki (FACCT) workshops are an opportunity to learn more about the science of the farm – and how to manage land, water and agricultural greenhou... Mon, 09 Sep 2024 13:00:06 +1200 http://www.taranakicc.nz/blog/#post134483 http://www.taranakicc.nz/blog/post/130509/winter-newsletter/ Welcome to the winter edition of our newsletter. I hope you're staying warm out there.I’m Paul Turner, Project Manager for Taranaki Catchment Communities, and I’d like to thank everyone who joined our recent events – online and in person. Your participation and enthusiasm mean the world to us. We've got some awesome activities and get-togethers coming up to keep the winter blues away. Keep an eye on our Facebook page for updates and make sure you don't miss out.In this newsletter, you’ll... Thu, 20 Jun 2024 09:03:43 +1200 http://www.taranakicc.nz/blog/#post130509