Tupu ā nuku - Environmental Workforce Development

27/05/2026

01/05/2026

We made way to 800 trust,Eco clearing was the mahi for our Rangatahi, want to thank Anthony for helping out getting a flat battery to our vehicle going.
Today @ Muru Raupatu with Matua Dave Trinder.
Bone carving, Pūoro Koauau ,toanga and blessed time for the Tupuranga programme..

Ngā mihi Matua

16/04/2026

Tupu ā nuku rangatahi had the privilege to be part of releasing 6 kiwi back into the wild of 800 Trust.

Two rangatahi also had the opportunity to catch those kiwi the previous day with Rotokare Scenic Reserve Trust.

A very special day for a very special kaupapa. 🙏🏽

15/04/2026

26/03/2026

Tupuranga crew got the mahi done before the rain settled in.
because its raining doesn't mean you stay home
Employers are looking for motivated, focused minded people.
The group of 4 Eddie, Lindsay, Maniera, Teone did well to complete the tasks set for the day.
Being consistent is also a valued asset within yourself, we see it and acknowledge it.
Tuesday was a Tarata school area clean up , wire, wooden, concrete posts removed, overgrown cut down
Maniera, Lindsay showed consistency others need a proper firm korero on why are they here.
I let them know that im a straight up talker, not to take it to heart just take in what im saying move on do better next time.

20/11/2025

Ngā mihi nui, Taranaki Regional Council.
We are incredibly honoured to receive the Environmental Action in the Community award for 2025. 💚

Our Tupu ā nuku whānau are truly humbled. This acknowledgement means so much to our team and our rangatahi, who show up every day committed to the kaupapa and to protecting our taiao.

He mihi aroha ki a koutou katoa, thank you to everyone who has supported us, believed in our kaupapa, and helped create pathways for our rangatahi into conservation mahi. We appreciate you all more than words can say.

Ngā mihi maioha,
The Tupu ā nuku Team 🌿💚

18/11/2025

Today’s interview with RNZ and Jayden Waiwiri from Tupu ā nuku.

Great to korero with Jesse about our kaupapa and rangatahi. 🌱

A Taranaki programme which provides training and pathways into work has won an environmental award. Tupu a Nuku is delivered by local iwi Ngati Maru and helps rangatahi develop conservation skills. The programme has won the Taranaki Regional Council's Environmental Action in the Community award for....

18/11/2025

✨ Tēnā koutou katoa – sharing a bit about who we are ✨

At Tupu ā nuku, we walk alongside rangatahi aged 16–24, helping them grow confidence, gain life and work skills, and step into meaningful mahi. Our kaupapa brings together people, training, employment, and te taiao to support our young people as they discover their strengths and their future pathways.

We’re proud of the impact our programme has, not just for rangatahi, but for employers too. Many of our partners speak about the strong work ethic, confidence, and reliability our young people bring into their workplaces, supported by our wraparound pastoral care.

And of course, our rangatahi share how much the kaupapa has helped them grow, in confidence, in identity, and in connection with te taiao and their communities.

We’ll let the flyers speak for themselves, but if you’d like to kōrero, collaborate, or refer a rangatahi, we’d love to connect.

📞 0800 627 8672
📧 [email protected]

Ngā mihi nui for supporting this kaupapa and our next generation of kaitiaki.

17/11/2025

📡🎙️📻

Tune in to RNZ (Radio New Zealand) today at 1:30pm, as our Tupu ā nuku team will be on air being interviewed about our recent award from Taranaki Regional Council.

16/11/2025

✨ He rongo whakamīharo! Exciting news to share! ✨

On Friday night, our team was honoured to receive the Winners of Taranaki Regional Council Environmental Award – Action in the Community.
We are so humbled and grateful to be recognised in this way. Taranaki Regional Council, thank you for a beautiful evening, and congratulations to everyone that received awards.

We know how much our kaupapa means to our rangatahi and to te taiao, but when that mahi is acknowledged by the community, it really does hit a bit different.

Ngā mihi nui to everyone who has supported us, believed in us, and walked alongside this kaupapa. We appreciate you all more than we can say.

We would like to acknowledge and thank the following people and organisations for their ongoing support:
Ministry of Social Development NZ, NPDC, Angie and team from Todd Energy, Miranda 800 Trust, Kat and her team from ETET- East Taranaki Environment Collective, Fiona & Kane from Rotokare Scenic Reserve Trust, Tane and the team from Taranaki Mounga, Dean from Te Tāmoremorenui, Dave and Astyn from Treemachine Services Ltd, Sam and the crew from Venture Taranaki, Haki and kaimahi from Te Heru Māpara. Also, our incredible management and trustees from Te Kāhui Maru Trust.

A massive mihi to our team, our incredible kaimahi. You show up every single day for our rangatahi and for this kaupapa.
Your dedication, passion, and commitment is the reason we received this award.
You are true role models for our young people, and they are so lucky to have you. Ka mau te wehi!

And lastly, but definitely not least, to our rangatahi. Your aroha, dedication, and passion for this kaupapa and for te taiao is truly inspiring.
You show up every week, give your best, and continue to grow in ways that make us all so proud. It is a privilege to be part of your journeys and to walk beside you.

Ngā mihi nui ki a koutou katoa.
Thank you all for being part of this beautiful kaupapa. 🌿✨