Planting Tips for Spring
Growing Together at WISE At WISE we’ve got a thriving community garden cared for by Shimmie. The kai we grow gets shared with the Waitara
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Keep up to date with the latest news, updates and initiatives here at WISE and the Taranaki community.
The Power of Skills: How Training Builds Sustainable Employment in Taranaki
Sustainable employment in Taranaki is about more than simply providing jobs. It is about giving people the tools, skills, and confidence to create a brighter
Heat Kits into Schools – Building Healthier Homes with Tamariki
The Heat Kits into Schools initiative gives tamariki a hands-on way to learn about what makes a warm, dry, and energy-efficient home. With support from
Insulation Myths Busted: What Kiwi Families Still Get Wrong
A warm, dry home is not a luxury. It’s something every Kiwi whānau deserves. But when it comes to insulation myths for Kiwi families, there’s
Extra Help for Families: 100% Funding for Home Insulation
Here at WISE Charitable Trust, we’re committed to helping Taranaki whānau live in warmer, drier, healthier homes. Through the EECA Warmer Kiwi Homes Grant, thousands
What to Expect During Your Home Assessment with WISE
At WISE, we believe everyone deserves a warm, dry, and healthy home. That’s why a home assessment with WISE is so important. We want to
Bringing Knowledge Home: Our Healthy Homes Education Community Day
Last week, we hosted a Healthy Homes Education event at the War Memorial Hall in Waitara. It was a thoughtful and purposeful day focused on
Meet Yvonne – The Heart Behind our Curtain Bank
If you’ve ever popped into the WISE Curtain Bank, there’s a good chance you’ve come across Yvonne, the lovely woman with a big smile, quietly
Feeling the Chill? Why Underfloor Insulation is a Winter Essential in Taranaki
Simple insulation tips to help keep your Taranaki home warm, dry, and healthy this winter. Whether you’re renting or own your home, these practical ideas can make a real difference for you and your whānau.
A Heartfelt Thank You to the New Plymouth Sewing School!
We are incredibly grateful to the talented team at the New Plymouth Sewing School, led by Nicolene, for their amazing contribution to our annual Pyjama
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