Marae Recycling becoming the norm in Tauranga Moana
“Marae recycling is becoming the norm in Tauranga Moana with the Para Kore (Zero Waste) programme” says Para Kore waste
advisor Kylie Willison.
“Huria Marae and Wairoa Marae were two of the first marae to sign up to the programme and have successfully taken
advantage of the education, ongoing support and access to free resources that the programme provides. Marae not only
learn about materials that are able to be recycled in their local area, they also look at other ways to reduce their
rubbish such as through composting, worm farming and sensible shopping choices.”
"The kūmara vine is working well and I have received a number of inquiries from Marae, as well as other Maori
organisations who want more information about Para Kore" says Kylie Willison. Kylie has made presentations to Iwi
Runanga, Hapu, Marae and Councils within Tauranga Moana, and is keen to spread the message even further.
Para Kore is a call to action that aims to end the current take, make, and dispose mentality that we have become
accustom to. In its simplest form it is Kaitiakitanga in practice, caring for Ranginui and Papatūānuku. The Para Kore
proramme is supported by the Government’s Waste Minimisation Fund and local councils.
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