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Western Bay of Plenty youth reimagine their city in this year’s yia! innovation challenge

More than 220 students from across the Western Bay of Plenty took part in this year’s yia! (Young Innovator Awards),...
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C3 Pedersen Group cuts emissions with innovative machine management

The Mount Maunganui Industry Environmental Accord has been signed by 31 businesses within the industrial zone who have volunteered to take...
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Priority One welcomes Dave Courtney as new Chief Executive

Priority One is delighted to announce the appointment of Dave Courtney as its new Chief Executive, commencing 1 December 2025....
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Blog – August 2025

Winning the Momenta Live the Life You Love Award: A journey of leadership and growth Koen Mckenzie Source: By Koen...

From take-off to insight: Mt Maunganui students explore aviation and tourism careers

What does it take to land a career at the intersection of adventure, people, and precision? For a group of...
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Energy Leadership Group to lead the Western Bay’s energy transition

Economic development agency, Priority One is helping to lead a major step forward in how the Western Bay of Plenty...

Ezra’s story: A new chapter of confidence, routine, and possibility

When Ezra reflects on his time with Ara Rau, it is the hands-on, practical nature of the experience that stands...
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Tauranga careers expo showcases creative arts

Local street artist Tautoko Matehaere will be creating graffiti art at the expo. A local street artist, a fashion show...

The heart of Talent Development in Tauranga

The Tauranga Moana Regional Talent forum brought together an energised mix of educators, employers, changemakers, and community leaders, all leaning...
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Canvas Tauranga Careers Expo Returns This August

July 18, 2025 Press Release – Priority one Exhibitors across technology, infrastructure, innovation and sustainability will be showcasing what its...
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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...

Holland Beckett Law provide insights for future lawyers

Across two engaging evenings, 89 local students had the opportunity to gain practical insights and real-world career advice at events...