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June 2019
Welcome to the latest edition of Growing our Region.
When reading over this month's edition of Growing our Region, the word collaboration comes to mind. All of the businesses and organisations we have profiled have been successful because they have sought collaborative parties to work with, whether they be investors, education institutes, farmers or community groups. There is a lot of exciting work occurring in our region right now and its because we are actively working together to make it happen.
I believe that is where Accelerate25 fits in. As an organisation we are something of a conduit. We bring central and local government together, we find avenues and pathways for local businesses and organisations to achieve funding and support, and we connect people.
I hope you enjoy catching up on the latest news from our region, we enjoy bringing it to your inbox. As always, if you have a story you would like to share, please do not hesitate to contact us on info@accelerate25.co.nz.
Michael McCartney, Lead Team Facilitator, Accelerate25
RURAL REVOLUTION TAKING SHAPE
In the Manawatū, a rural revolution is in full swing. The Rural Innovation Lab (RIL), launched in February this year, and is the first of its kind in New Zealand, focusing on enabling a digital transformation of primary industries and supporting sustainable agriculture for the Manawatū-Whanganui Region.
TALENT CENTRAL CREATES PATHWAYS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE
When the Manawatū-Whanganui Economic Action Plan was created three years ago; skills and talent was identified as one of the four key enablers critical to supplying the means, resources and knowledge to achieve prosperity for the Manawatū-Whanganui region by 2025.
TE AHU A TURANGA: MANAWATŪ TARARUA HIGHWAY ONE STEP CLOSER
Next year, work will commence on the new highway between Ashhurst and Woodville, a replacement to the beleaguered Manawatū Gorge road. It is all a part of Te Ahu a Turanga: Manawatū Tararua Highway, which as a project, has involved a lengthy consultation and submission process and will now include a shared cycle/walk way path running the length of the route.
BIOLUMIC ATTRACT GLOBAL MARKET FROM REGIONAL BASE
An idea which took seed in a Massey University Lab in 2012, has grown to become one of the most exciting commercial ventures to come out of the Manawatū-Whanganui region in recent times.
Manawatū's Journey to a Top Global Agrihub
The first in a new series of events to highlight, communicate and share Manawatū’s progress as a surge region for investment and growth, this event will be focusing on the agrifood sector and its critical role in Manawatū's economic landscape. Our region's expertise and capabilities in food – from research, innovation, to processing, distribution and food production - positions us as one of New Zealand’s most integrated clusters. This event will look at the significant opportunities on our horizon, where region sits in the national and global food landscape, what’s happening, who’s doing what and what it all means for you, your business and your lifestyle here in Manawatū - RSVP today as spaces are limited.
The panel of speakers will bring insights and project updates from across the science, research and commercial scene and include Dr Abby Thompson, Chief Executive of FoodHQ, Ruma Karaitiana, Board of Directors Chair for Rangitane o Manawatū Investment Trust, Dean Tilyard, Chief Executive of The Factory, Malcolm Bailey, Chairman of the CEDA Board and Lucy Griffiths, CEDA Board Member. RSVP essential
What's been happening in and around our Region?
Over the past couple of months there has been plenty of exciting news and events around our region. Many of which we should be shouting from the rooftops! To keep up to date with what's going on, join us on Twitter @Accelerate_25 or check out the following news stories.
Tararua to receive $4.4 million for Dannevirke rail hub
KiwiRail freight plans complement city and transport investment
Last two towers installed for Mt Ruapehu's new gondola
House values analysed: The fastest rising and falling suburbs in NZ
New gondola set to unlock Mt Ruapehu to a summer full of activities
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