Local Communities Working Together
We share a vision of a thriving Far North, where local communities are resilient, sustainable and prosperous.
Food Abundance
Food: affordable fresh healthy food, grown and available locally.
The Kai – Food Action Plan is our current working plan, it details some of the initiatives and projects underway.
Housing
Housing: sustainable and affordable healthy homes available for all.
Education
Skilled and practical people able to provide for themselves.
Environment
Respecting our water, earth and sky so it remains safe and healthy for future generations, managing our natural resources wisely and caring for wildlife responsibly.
Local Economy
Enhancing the economy of the Far North by encouraging new working opportunities for all.
Community
Creating caring communities where everyone is valued and respected.
Old Packhouse Market Hub
The Old Packhouse Market is where the Far North gathers to share food, music, stories, and connection, and a place visitors come to experience the spirit of our region. It’s where local growers, makers, and families meet, and where many small livelihoods have quietly taken root. Now, the future of this much-loved place is uncertain. — We want to see this special iconic place in community ownership to ensure its future is secure.
Visit the website to get involved, make a donation or find out more and follow the project on Facebook.
Local Projects and Initiatives
Community Gardens, Timebanking, Crop Swaps, Seed Banks, Local Networks and so much more…
What are you waiting for…?
Help build resilient communities! Have you got ideas, energy, resources or time to share? Are you working on a local initiative, project or business that makes our communities more resilient?
We need everyone to do their bit and build up our local communities – so they are strong and resilient!
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Contact us
Do you want to get in touch?
Email us at: resilientcommunitiesfn@gmail.com
We aim to be a district of aroha, where we are all part of a wider whanau, living in prosperity and abundance together.