Posts by Sarah Nicholson
Circular construction in action: Building with recycled plastics
At the latest meeting of Priority One’s Circular Construction Collective, construction leaders, builders, innovators and environmental experts gathered to explore one of the built environment’s most stubborn challenges: plastic. The…
Read MoreKiwifruit industry innovations showcased at Fieldays
Fieldays has just wrapped up, and at the Innovation Hub, our region had a strong focus on kiwifruit and the broader horticultural sector. Matt Flowerday’s agri-tech company, Landkind, was presenting…
Read MoreNew high-tech port hopper excels in sustainability and safety
The business Page Macrae Engineering was established in Mt Maunganui in 1955 as a small marine repair business. It remains a privately owned and operated company and is now one of…
Read MoreEconomic update June 2025
Mark Lister, Investment Director at Craigs Investment Partners, reports GDP growth, and positive news in agriculture, but a subdued local housing market. It’s been a steady first half of 2025 for the…
Read MoreHR Cement’s environmental work at Mount Maunganui
New Zealand owned and operated, HR Cement is one New Zealand’s three cement manufacturers. Based in Mount Maunganui, it specialises in high-quality cement and low-carbon cement substitutes, which are used…
Read MoreNigel Tutt, Priority One CEO, resigns to take up new media role
Priority One Chief Executive Nigel Tutt will leave Priority One to take up a new role as Managing Director of Stuff Digital. Nigel has been Chief Executive of Priority One,…
Read MoreHydrogen refuelling station to open in Tauranga
Transport is the Western Bay’s largest source of greenhouse gas emissions, so the opening of a green hydrogen refuelling station in the Tauriko Business Estate later this year is positive news. …
Read MoreA win-win for youth and business: Why your company should get behind Ara Rau
When Acorn Foundation recently relocated its office from Fraser Street to 35 Grey Street, it wasn’t just a logistical task-it became an opportunity to empower two local rangatahi. With support…
Read MoreGenera, biosecurity treatment provider, reduces emissions at the port
The Mount Maunganui Industry Environmental Accord has been signed by 31 businesses within the industrial zone, who have all volunteered to take measures above and beyond what’s required of them…
Read MorePartnering for Nature: demonstrating the power of collaboration
Gemma Coate from Sustainable Business Network shares her insights on Priority One’s Partnering for Nature programme, which connects businesses to meaningful local nature projects. A powerful initiative in the Bay…
Read MoreGoodWrap Recycling tackles shrink wrap in construction
Plastic-wrapped buildings are a common sight in our region, and one of the more visible examples of plastic waste. The wrap serves as a useful protective layer but does pose…
Read MoreNew pipeline shows industry collaborating for environmental and risk improvements
The Mount Maunganui industrial zone is crucial to the economic success of the Western Bay of Plenty and our country’s trade ecosystem. Many businesses in the area are investing in…
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