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Talking Taiao

Sustainable Taranaki

Welcome to Talking Taiao! This show aims to inspire and support people, businesses, and communities to value our local taiao (environment) and act to prioritize sustainability. We focus on positive, educational and uplifting discussions, showing how a culture of kaitiakitanga (guardianship of the land) can make Taranaki a thriving region for all! Made by the team at Sustainable Taranaki.

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0:29:9

Cycling in New Plymouth & discussing the new Devon St...

Talking Taiao ·

2025/05/26

Join the hot topic of the week: cycling around Ngāmotu! Sharon and Elric are both cycling and driving, and today they discuss how it is to cycle around town and share their views on the new cycle lanes on South Road/Devon Street West.

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0:29:12

Introducing the FDMC Plant Nursery

Talking Taiao ·

2025/05/18

This week we are meeting Aimee Watkins from the Francis Douglas Memorial College and discussing their well-established agriculture/horticulture programme, built up over the last 7 years. Learn about their Agridome, an orchard, vege gardens and a plant nursery which students develop and maintain as part of their course work. Don't miss the plant nursery open day on Tuesday 27 May!

en-nz

0:36:49

Tips On Being A Sustainable Surfer

Talking Taiao ·

2025/05/11

Inspired by a recent Sustainable Taranaki reel, Sophie and Elric chat surf, sustainability and salty tips to help protects our coast and our moana. This episode is full of fun, real talk and simple ways to enjoy surfing more consciously.

en-nz

0:37:27

Simplifying Sustainable Business

Talking Taiao ·

2025/05/04

Join Sophie as she chats with Belen Mathias from Ocean By Drops and Suzy Randall, Zero Waste Events Manager, about simple, practical ways to bring more sustainability into your pakihi (business). From easy eco-friendly tips to re-thinking your purpose. This fun kōrero also includes information next New Business as Usual workshop running Friday mornings, on 16, 23 & 30 May.

en-nz

0:29:32

Nature Clean Ups & Kaitiakitanga

Talking Taiao ·

2025/04/27

In this episode, Sophie and Elric chat about the Nature Clean Ups programme at Sustainable Taranaki. Learn more about what clean ups are, why they matter and how you can get involved. Join this down-to-earth kōrero full of fun, purpose and ways to grow this awesome mahi.

en-nz

0:30:21

Public Transport

Talking Taiao ·

2025/04/20

This week, Suraya and Elric discuss public transport in Taranaki. What are the bus routes in Taranaki? How does it work? Is it popular? In the second half of the show, we discuss passenger trains in New Zealand. How many do we have? Would it be worth it for NZ to invest in more trains?

en-nz

0:30:12

Talking Taiao 14-04-2025 Junction Upcycle Challenge

Talking Taiao ·

2025/04/14

Dave from the Junction Zero Waste Hub talks about the current Reuse Shop Upcycle Challenge and the upcoming Taranaki Schools upcycling competition.

en-nz

0:31:17

Talking Taiao 31-03-2025 Autumn Zero Waste Workshop...

Talking Taiao ·

2025/03/30

Dave from the Junction Zero Waste hub discusses opportunities for building your own understanding of Zero Waste practices through theoretical and practical workshops.

en-nz

0:27:12

Talking Taiao 24-03-2025 Supporting Sustainable Business

Talking Taiao ·

2025/03/25

Join Sophie Walker and Suzy Randell on Talking Taiao as they introduce Sustainable Taranaki’s new Business Support Programme. Learn how this initiative helps Taranaki businesses reduce waste, lower carbon footprints, and embrace sustainability. Find out how your business can get involved and make a positive impact in 2025!

en-nz

0:31:46

Talking Taiao 17-03-2025 Para kore (Zero Waste) at Te...

Talking Taiao ·

2025/03/18

Suzie from Sustainable Taranaki joins Elric to talk recycling at Te Matatini and the success of the Refuse management with the assistance from the many volunteers. They talk recycling, composting, refuse and alternative recycling methods to encourage the protection of Papatuanuku at the TSB Bowl of Brooklands.

en-nz

0:30:9

Talking Taiao 10-03-2025 Is Recycling The Best We Can Do

Talking Taiao ·

2025/03/11

Listen to Dave and Elric discussing recycling. How does it work? What's the real impact? Does a milk bottle get turned into another one? What can we do as individuals? What should corporations do? Lots of important questions to answer!

en-nz

0:28:39

Talking Taiao 03-03-2025 Introducing our Sustainable...

Talking Taiao ·

2025/03/04

For this episode our host Sophie introduces our new Sustainable Trails Manager, Catherine Stabb. Learn more about Cath, how she came to be in this role, what she's planning for 2025, and how the trails are evolving. Keen to get involved, email: catherine.stabb@sustainabletaranaki.org.nz or click on 'contact us' from the Sustainable Taranaki website.

en-nz

0:30:29

Talking Taiao 24-02-2025 Permaculture with Dee Turner...

Talking Taiao ·

2025/02/25

Sophie’s guests are Dee Turner and Mieke Verschoor. Hear about their permaculture journeys, and how you can introduce the principles into your own garden. They explain how working WITH nature can actually save you time and energy.

en-nz

0:28:30

Talking Taiao 17-02-2025 Zero Emission Transport_A...

Talking Taiao ·

2025/02/17

Dave has recently bought an EV. Before making the purchase, he researched as much as he could asbout the pros and cons. Find out what the optopns are and why he chose to go with a used EV.

en-nz

0:29:8

Talking Taiao 10-02-2025 Being Vegan in Taranaki Pt. 2

Talking Taiao ·

2025/02/10

Amy, Elric and Phill continue the discussion, started last week, about veganism in Taranaki. They touch on insects as a source of protein, lab-grown meat, going to BBQs and social events, and offer tips for thoose thinking about changing their diet.

en-nz

0:27:21

Talking Taiao 03-02-2025 Being Vegan in Taranaki Pt. 1

Talking Taiao ·

2025/02/03

Elric and Amy discuss veganism in Taranaki. How easy is it? Why did they change their diet? What's their favourite vegan recipe to cook and what's their favourite eatery around town?

en-nz

0:29:46

Talking Taiao 28-01-2025 What is Climate Justice...

Talking Taiao ·

2025/01/27

What is Climate Justice Taranaki? What is their kaupapa? What do they do? Oil, gas, farming, transport, Te Tititi...listen to their discussion with Cathering and Rob

en-nz

0:28:2

Talking Taiao 20-01-2025 Heading Towards Zero Waste...

Talking Taiao ·

2025/01/20

Waste from construction sites makes up a large proportion of landfill in NZ. Elric and OJ discuss the issues around construction waste, but things are changing. What we can do about it? How can the volume be reduced? why should we aim for zero waste?.

en-nz

0:29:17

Talking Taiao 29-12--2024 Sustainable Building 101

Talking Taiao ·

2025/01/13

Listen to Elric and OJ discussing how and why to construct sustainably in NZ. OJ just finished his degree and he is excited to discuss insulation, passive solar and more.

en-nz

0:30:21

Talking Taiao 13-01-2025 Restoring Landscapes on...

Talking Taiao ·

2025/01/13

Sophie chats with Kama Burwell about her recent workshop at the Permaculture Conference, and her focus on how integrating trees and forests into farmscapes can also help to increase farm profit. Kama will talk about how this is being applied onto her family farm at Kaimata in Taranaki.

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