Priority One Western Bay of Plenty

New Members | Priority One Western Bay of Plenty Network Communication is one of NZ’s oldest independent, full-service PR agencies. Public relations today is vastly different from when Network was founded in the early 1970s – and even from just a decade ago. In an era of hyper-connectivity, companies and brands are constantly under scrutiny, requiring a strategic approach to communication. As a new member of Priority One, Network is dedicated to shaping perceptions through authentic storytelling, reputation management, strategic media engagement and compelling content. Over the past five decades, its expertise has spanned nearly every sector, working with both multi-nationals and ambitious start-ups. This diversity drives its passion, whether it is preparing clients for ministerial meetings or crafting innovative social media strategies. The agency also boasts the specialist FoodGroup division, which includes scientists, technical advisors and food creatives. This team enhances its PR offerings, providing bespoke stakeholder engagement and policy development services for clients in the food, nutrition, health and sustainability sectors. Renee Carter (pictured), a Tauranga-based senior consultant, offers clients on-the-ground support, backed by the team in Auckland and a vast network of associates across New Zealand and Australia. https://lnkd.in/gqtd3Dpa #PriorityOne #MemberSpotlight #NewMember #Tauranga #TaurangaMoana #Business

Priority One Western Bay of Plenty with Aurecon Climate transition planning is preparing your business to be resilient as you navigate a future that's driven by climate change. It requires input from every layer of your organisation. Here are some insights from a recent workshop we held in conjunction with Aurecon.  https://lnkd.in/g3wzemkX Danielle Manners Hayley M. Marissa Nikora #PriorityOne #Aurecon #ClimateTransition #Sustainability #Workshop #Tauranga #TaurangaMoana #NZ

Webinar: Employees or Contractors? Wednesday 16 October 10.30 am - 11.30 am | Online Copeland Ashcroft - Workplace Lawyers's webinar will cover the distinction between employees and contractors, the legal test and ‘deemed employees’. Following the recent Court of Appeal Uber driver decision, this webinar will assist businesses who engage contractors to ensure they are getting it right from the start. https://lnkd.in/g4xRJnck #Tauranga #TaurangaMoana #Webinar #Employees #Contractors #NZ

Ngapeke Permaculture is an iwi-led community garden in Welcome Bay that uses mātauranga Māori and permaculture principles to grow food for locals, and also connect them with the land. It featured on Hyundai Country Calendar, with an appearance from Priority One Western Bay of Plenty Innovation Manager, Shane Stuart. If you missed it, catch it on TVNZ+. Ngāpeke Permaculture were also speakers at the last Design & Innovation Meetup, which Shane leads. Join our next enlightening session. https://lnkd.in/g2ktZSuV #PriorityOne #Tauranga #TaurangaMoana #Innovation #CountryCalendar #InnovationNZ

Priority One Western Bay of Plenty Ara Rau is forging new paths to success  Ara Rau helps rangatahi to find their place by removing any barriers to further education or employment. One great example is Nicole Ake, who was recently supported into beauty therapy study at Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology. Watch the video with Employment Mentor Michelle Clarke And read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g5U8HZfz #PriorityOne #EmploymentHub #AraRau #Tauranga #TaurangaMoana #ToiOhomai #Education #Employment

As Priority One Western Bay of Plenty Instep wraps up another busy term, it’s a great moment to reflect and share all that we’ve achieved together in building leadership opportunities, fostering strong networks and creating meaningful pathways for our rangatahi. Term three has been an exciting time filled with energy, activity and growth, with initiatives aimed at developing young leaders, which secures the talent pipeline that contributes to the region’s prosperity. Vashti (Vee) de Koster Dan Bromley #PriorityOne #Instep #InstepYoungLeaders #TaurangaSchools #Tauranga #TaurangaMoana #Education

XLabs NZ Circular Economy Workshops  Thursday 17 October & Friday 18 October 9 am - 5 pm | Mount Maunganui Surf Lifesaving ClubStart making the shift from linear to circular.  Circularity, Tauranga City Council and Priority One Western Bay of Plenty are bringing the award-winning XLabs Circular Economy workshops to the region. Expect a transformational day where you will be introduced to the circular economy. Begin to see your business challenges through fresh eyes, reduce your impact by working alongside others who want to achieve the same outcomes. Go deep into the impacts, identifying key projects, systems and materials that you want to work on, then start exploring circular solutions as a group. Finish the day with key actions. There are two free workshops to choose from: All types of businesses – 9am-5pm, 17 October 2024 Built Environment (C&D) – 9am-5pm, 18 October 2024 Register your interest here: https://lnkd.in/g73SfHgz #PriorityOne #WesternBayOfPlenty #EconomicDevelopment #BusinessGrowth #CommunityEngagement #SustainableDevelopment #LocalBusiness #Networking #Innovation #BusinessOpportunities #Entrepreneurship #RegionalDevelopment #InvestInTheBay #WorkforceDevelopment #CircularEconomy #XLabs #Sustainability

The The University of Waikato is becoming a major draw for tertiary education in the region, with its Tauranga campus playing a key role in shaping the future for students. With ambitious growth plans in place, the University aims to make Tauranga the region of choice for both local and international students. Greg Simmonds from Priority One Western Bay of Plenty recently visited the city campus to witness firsthand the innovative offerings, exciting developments and future opportunities that are set to elevate the student experience and strengthen Tauranga's appeal as an educational hub. https://lnkd.in/g_6th9rM #PriorityOne #WesternBayOfPlenty #EconomicDevelopment #BusinessGrowth #CommunityEngagement #SustainableDevelopment #LocalBusiness #Networking #Innovation #BusinessOpportunities #Entrepreneurship #RegionalDevelopment #InvestInTheBay #WorkforceDevelopment #SupportLocal

Lights on Tauranga is illuminating the city centre until Sunday 6 October, so it's a perfect time to support our hospitality industry by enjoying dinner out before wandering the trail. There are eight installations by renowned light artist, Angus Muir, plus plenty of other lit-up works in shop windows. Saturdays also see circus action, neon face painting and other fun for kids in Red Square. https://lnkd.in/gpwm3dC6 Tauranga City Council #Tauranga #TaurangaCity #TaurangaMoana #WhatsonTauranga #LightsonTauranga #CityCentre #CityCentreLightTrail

Sustainable design plays a crucial role in eliminating waste at the front end of the construction process. Watch our video with insights from our recent Designing Out Waste forum, run in partnership with Tauranga City Council, RDT Pacific, Context, Designgroup Stapleton Elliott and LT McGuinness Ltd. Sarahann du Plooy Hannah Andrew Leighton Watene Alex Cutler & Craig Body https://lnkd.in/dmeVsR_H If you would like to find out more on our Sustainability initiatives, please get in touch with Marissa Nikora at marissa@priorityone.co.nz #PriorityOne #Tauranga #TaurangaMoana #Sustainability #Desigingoutwaste #CircularEconomy