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Food Systems

Food resilience is an essential element to any healthy community and Our Food Network is here to help connect the dots in Ōtepoti / Dunedin.

OFN recognises that the philosophical, economic, and political motives for localising food production in Dunedin are diverse and is working to genuinely acknowledge these individual differences as collective strength.

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OFN Newsletter Out Now!
OFN Newsletter Out Now!

Check out the latest news here!

https://mailchi.mp/32e257bc0360/our-food-network-newsletter-6743553

Exciting News!
Exciting News!

We’re thrilled to be featured in the Star! 📰 The article highlights our recent efforts in promoting food resilience with our series of hui. It's amazing to see the positive impact we're making in Ōtepoti.

We couldn’t have reached this milestone without the support of our dedicated team, and community members. 🙌

Check out the full article here https://www.odt.co.nz/the-star/food-network-keen-push-forward to learn more about how we’re making a difference and what’s next on our journey!

OAR FM Episode - With Robyn Zink
OAR FM Episode - With Robyn Zink

Supporting Local Food in Dunedin!

In this episode of MS Momentum, Katie Burns talks with Robyn Zink from Our Food Network about building a stronger local food system, tackling food insecurity, and connecting growers across the community. Learn how small actions can make a big impact!

OAR FM Website: https://oar.org.nz/shows/ms-momentum/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/597NvoLdLT1aGboyyqsaZp

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../ms-momentum/id1416926009...

Or your favourite podcast platform! https://pod.link/1416926009

MS Momentum is proudly brought to you by Otago Multiple Sclerosis Society

OFN Growing Stronger Together Hui!
OFN Growing Stronger Together Hui!

Please join us for yet another thought provoking and inspiring Hui titled:

Growing Stronger Together: Planning A Resilient Food Future

We are excited to invite you to our upcoming hui on Food Resilience focused on navigating positive change by Our Food Network. This gathering will bring together community members, local organisations, local food producers, and experts to collaborate on innovative solutions to strengthen food systems in our area.
Date: 30/03/2025
Time: 1pm -3pm
Location: 45 Maori Rd (Southern Youth Development)

In this hui, we will explore ways to develop actionable plans and initiatives to build a more sustainable, equitable, and resilient food system for our community based on ideas generated in 2024, piecing the puzzle together.

Key Highlights:

  • Expert insights on strategies for food resilience challenges and solutions.

  • Collaborative discussions on innovative ideas for strengthening local food systems.

  • Breakout sessions focused on practical actions we can take today.

  • Opportunities to network with community leaders, local producers, and policymakers.

Whether you are passionate about food sovereignty, local production, or simply ensuring that we have a sustainable food future, your voice and input are crucial. This is a chance to turn our collective ideas into concrete actions that can make a real difference.

Contact us at ourfoodnetwork@gmail.com for more information.

OFN Newsletter (Feb/March)
OFN Newsletter (Feb/March)

Check out the latest newsletter from OFN!

Subscribe here: https://www.ourfoodnetwork.org.nz/contact-1

Coming up....
2025 Community Fruit Harvest Festival
Apr 27
2025 Community Fruit Harvest Festival
North East Valley Community Garden
Apr 27
North East Valley Community Garden

Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?

Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?

Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?

Nau mai, haere mai!

New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.

Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !

See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.

SCAN Public Presentation
Apr 28
SCAN Public Presentation

You're Invited! 🌱

Join Seniors Climate Action Network for our next free public presentation, showcasing inspiring local work towards a more sustainable future.

🗣️ Guest Speaker: Robyn Zink
🌍 Organisation: Our Food Network Ōtepoti
🕛 When: Monday 28th April, 12 noon – 1 pm
📍 Where: Dunedin Public Library, Dunningham Suite (4th Floor)

Topic:
Food is not just a necessity or a basic human right—it’s how we connect with each other and the environment. Our Food Network Ōtepoti is building healthier, more resilient communities through stronger local food systems.

Come learn about their amazing work and how you can be part of creating a food system that works for everyone! 💚

👉 All welcome – bring a friend!
Let’s grow a better future together 🌿

#SustainableFuture #LocalFoodSystems #DunedinEvents #ClimateAction #OurFoodNetwork #CommunityMatters

North East Valley Community Garden
May 3
North East Valley Community Garden

Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?

Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?

Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?

Nau mai, haere mai!

New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.

Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !

See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.

Give To Grow: Tool Refurbishment Working Bee
May 10
Give To Grow: Tool Refurbishment Working Bee

On the second Saturday of each month, we run a tool refurbishment working bee from 11am-2pm, in order to get tools in a good working order before they are distributed to new owners. Everyone welcome!

Organics Unearthed
May 10
Organics Unearthed

Creating a Permaculture FOOD FOREST - April 17th, Musselburgh, Dunedin. Proud to be part of the 2025 WILD DUNEDIN FESTIVAL - Ōtepoti Dunedin Rocks!


North East Valley Community Garden
May 11
North East Valley Community Garden

Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?

Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?

Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?

Nau mai, haere mai!

New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.

Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !

See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.

Events Calendar

Find out about all the exciting food-related events happening every week in this awesome city.

Whether you’re starting a garden or just looking for affordable food, Dunedin is full of useful resources to help you on your food resilience journey.

Resources

Community Fruit Harvest

The Community Fruit Harvest is a nationwide, volunteer-based initiative to pick surplus fruit (and other produce) from people’s gardens.