Exciting News for Our Food Resilience Community!

At our last hui, we talked about the importance of having one clear, accessible map that shows all the places supporting local food resilience—like community gardens, local food producers, and community pantries.

We're thrilled to share that we've teamed up with WellSouth to help keep their existing Low-Cost Food & Transport Map updated and active!

This map makes it easy to find fresh, affordable produce and food support near you. Whether you're looking for a nearby garden, a community pantry, or low-cost kai, it’s all in one place.

Check out the map and see what’s near you!

https://wellsouth.nz/your.../health-promotion/low-cost-maps

Together, we’re growing a stronger, more connected food system

A huge thank you to Leonore from the Tomahawk Community Garden. Your support and initiative in helping us connect with the WellSouth Community has been truly invaluable. We deeply appreciate your contribution to strengthening local food resilience!

Check out the latest news here!

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

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!

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

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.