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Te Awamutu Community Gardens
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About
The Te Awamutu Community Food Forest, established in 2022, grows a variety of fruits and vegetables on public land in Te Awamutu. This community-led initiative offers free produce to the public, fostering self-reliance and food resilience.
Their Story
The Te Awamutu Community Food Forest project began buzzing in 2022. The idea was initiated by Megan Priscott after she learned about similar food forests in Rotorua and other parts of New Zealand. She noticed a disconnect in the community regarding the origin of food and wanted to reconnect people…
What They Make
Fruit trees (various), Vegetables (various), Lavender
More from Te Awamutu Community Gardens
Community eventsVolunteer working beesUrban tourism attraction (planned)Educational initiatives (planned)Walking and cycling track improvements (planned)
How to Get Their Products
Direct Sales
Gorst Avenue, Te Awamutu 3800, New Zealand
Direct pick-up from food forest locations (take what you need)