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Cleaner waterways +
Pathways to work.

Healing Tauranga Moana’s environment while supporting people in need of paid work experience.

HOW IT WORKS

We provide a unique dual impact programme that heals the Environment | Taiao + supports the People | Tāngata.

ENVIRONMENT | TAIAO

Core environmental projects

We have 6 core environmental projects that we deliver on:

Clean up
Stormwater outlets and microplastic research
Caulerpa seaweed control and monitoring
Eco barrier initiative
Mechanical clean up
Dune Maintenance and Invasive Species Management

Headstart Programme

PEOPLE | TĀNGATA

Building pathways to work

We partner with organisations that work with underprivileged people, such as youth, low income and disability, to provide paid work experience. A help up, not a hand out.

We provide:

Training in work & life skills
Paid work experience
Mentorship
Networking

Video produced by Toi Ohomai Content Creation students

WHO WE SUPPORT

Disabled | Tāngata Whikaha

Youth | Rangatahi

Underprivileged | Tāngata rawakore

Volunteers | Kaitūao

How you can help

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Less waste, fewer floods, and stronger local futures.

Cleaner waterways, safer beaches, and healthier kai.

Paid work, skills, and purpose for our community.

Support our mahi

Wrapping it up with the final reel from the Toi Ohomai Content Creation students! They’ve captured our mahi and the heart of Outflow perfectly - what a finish!

#acornfoundationnz #toiohomai #toicontent #bayofplentyregionalcouncil #tauranganz #TaurangaCityCouncil #baytrust #tectnz #TindallFoundation #mountmaunganuibeach #outflow #marineconservationnz

Wrapping it up with the final reel from the Toi Ohomai Content Creation students! They’ve captured our mahi and the heart of Outflow perfectly - what a finish!

#acornfoundationnz #toiohomai #toicontent #bayofplentyregionalcouncil #tauranganz #TaurangaCityCouncil #baytrust #tectnz #TindallFoundation #mountmaunganuibeach #outflow #marineconservationnz

Another reel created by the Toi Ohomai Content Creation students.
Cool to see their creative take on the mahi and Outflow Trust.

#toicontent #toiohomai #tectnz #bayofplentyregionalcouncil #TaurangaCityCouncil #acornfoundationnz #outflow #HeadStart #baytrust #mountmaunganuibeach #coastalrestoration

Another reel created by the Toi Ohomai Content Creation students.
Cool to see their creative take on the mahi and Outflow Trust.

#toicontent #toiohomai #tectnz #bayofplentyregionalcouncil #TaurangaCityCouncil #acornfoundationnz #outflow #HeadStart #baytrust #mountmaunganuibeach #coastalrestoration

Another awesome video from the Toi Ohomai students who joined us out in the field.
They’ve captured the heart of what we do - real people, real mahi, real impact.

#headstart #outflow #toiohomai #toicontent #TaurangaCityCouncil #baytrust #bayofplentyregionalcouncil #tindellfoundation #tectnz #MarineConservation #sanddunes #MountMaunganui

Another awesome video from the Toi Ohomai students who joined us out in the field.
They’ve captured the heart of what we do - real people, real mahi, real impact.

#headstart #outflow #toiohomai #toicontent #TaurangaCityCouncil #baytrust #bayofplentyregionalcouncil #tindellfoundation #tectnz #MarineConservation #sanddunes #MountMaunganui

We’re excited to share this amazing video created by Renner, who’s currently studying the Certificate in Content Creation at Toi Ohomai!

He’s captured what Outflow is all about, our people, our purpose, and our mahi perfectly. It’s been awesome working alongside these talented students and giving them the opportunity to gain real-world experience while showcasing our kaupapa.

A huge thank you to all our supporters and sponsors, without your contribution, we wouldn’t be able to continue this mahi! Your support helps us create opportunities, protect our coastline, and empower our community.

#Toicontent #toiohomai #bayofplentyregionalcouncil #tectnz #acorntrust #tindellfoundation #taurangacitycouncil #roddandgunn #beckerbrands #bunningswarehouse

We’re excited to share this amazing video created by Renner, who’s currently studying the Certificate in Content Creation at Toi Ohomai!

He’s captured what Outflow is all about, our people, our purpose, and our mahi perfectly. It’s been awesome working alongside these talented students and giving them the opportunity to gain real-world experience while showcasing our kaupapa.

A huge thank you to all our supporters and sponsors, without your contribution, we wouldn’t be able to continue this mahi! Your support helps us create opportunities, protect our coastline, and empower our community.

#Toicontent #toiohomai #bayofplentyregionalcouncil #tectnz #acorntrust #tindellfoundation #taurangacitycouncil #roddandgunn #beckerbrands #bunningswarehouse

We teamed up with Toi ohomai's Content Creation students!

Check out this awesome video they have produced.

It’s been such a cool experience getting to know these future content creators and giving them the chance to build their portfolios while gaining real-world experience with us out in the field.

Stay tuned - we’ll be sharing more of their incredible work soon.

#OutflowTrust #ToiOhomaiInstituteofTechnology #HeadStartProgramme #CommunityCollaboration #ContentCreation #SustainabilityInAction #FutureCreators #BayOfPlenty #bayofplentyregionalcouncil #TaurangaCityCouncil #coastcare

We teamed up with Toi ohomai's Content Creation students!

Check out this awesome video they have produced.

It’s been such a cool experience getting to know these future content creators and giving them the chance to build their portfolios while gaining real-world experience with us out in the field.

Stay tuned - we’ll be sharing more of their incredible work soon.

#OutflowTrust #ToiOhomaiInstituteofTechnology #HeadStartProgramme #CommunityCollaboration #ContentCreation #SustainabilityInAction #FutureCreators #BayOfPlenty #bayofplentyregionalcouncil #TaurangaCityCouncil #coastcare

What a day!

Outflow joined forces with the awesome crew from Live for More Trust for our first trial day as part of our paid work experience initiative - the Head Start Programme.

The Head Start Programme is all about providing structured work experience, environmental training, and koha support to local rangatahi and individuals facing barriers to employment.

Together, we took on the dunes, removing invasive weeds crowding our storm water outlets. Live for More showed up with energy, smiles, and serious mahi.
Every bit of work like this keeps our coastlines clean and healthy.

#bayofplentyregionalcouncil #taurangacitycouncil #baytrust #tectnz #acornfoundation #marineparade #mount #Outflow #HeadStartProgramme #GoodMahi #CommunityInAction #CoastalRestoration #ProtectOurCoast #CleanCoastlines #AotearoaEnvironment #SupportingCommunities

What a day!

Outflow joined forces with the awesome crew from Live for More Trust for our first trial day as part of our paid work experience initiative - the Head Start Programme.

The Head Start Programme is all about providing structured work experience, environmental training, and koha support to local rangatahi and individuals facing barriers to employment.

Together, we took on the dunes, removing invasive weeds crowding our storm water outlets. Live for More showed up with energy, smiles, and serious mahi.
Every bit of work like this keeps our coastlines clean and healthy.

#bayofplentyregionalcouncil #taurangacitycouncil #baytrust #tectnz #acornfoundation #marineparade #mount #Outflow #HeadStartProgramme #GoodMahi #CommunityInAction #CoastalRestoration #ProtectOurCoast #CleanCoastlines #AotearoaEnvironment #SupportingCommunities

ATV + teamwork = less rubbish in the Harbour.

#taurangacitycouncil #bayofplenty #bayofplentyregionalcouncil #tectnz #acornfoundation #outflow #cleanourseas

ATV + teamwork = less rubbish in the Harbour.

#taurangacitycouncil #bayofplenty #bayofplentyregionalcouncil #tectnz #acornfoundation #outflow #cleanourseas

Thank you, Tauranga City Council!

We’re excited to have a new electric ATV and trailer, thanks to funding from Tauranga City Council. This eco-friendly upgrade will boost our fieldwork capabilities while supporting our sustainability goals.

We’re grateful for the Council’s support in helping us protect and care for our environment - one electric kilometer at a time!

#taurangacitycouncil #ecofriendly #cleanenergy #sustainableaotearoa #bayofplenty #outflowtrust

Thank you, Tauranga City Council!

We’re excited to have a new electric ATV and trailer, thanks to funding from Tauranga City Council. This eco-friendly upgrade will boost our fieldwork capabilities while supporting our sustainability goals.

We’re grateful for the Council’s support in helping us protect and care for our environment - one electric kilometer at a time!

#taurangacitycouncil #ecofriendly #cleanenergy #sustainableaotearoa #bayofplenty #outflowtrust

A huge thank you to TECT for their generous support toward our coastal restoration mahi. Your backing helps us care for our environment and bring people together - one project at a time

#TECT #TaurangaMoana #TaurangaCommunity #BayOfPlentyLife #SupportLocalNZ #LocalLegends #NatureInNZ #RestorationMatters #GratitudePost #TogetherForNature

A huge thank you to TECT for their generous support toward our coastal restoration mahi. Your backing helps us care for our environment and bring people together - one project at a time

#TECT #TaurangaMoana #TaurangaCommunity #BayOfPlentyLife #SupportLocalNZ #LocalLegends #NatureInNZ #RestorationMatters #GratitudePost #TogetherForNature

Plastic waste is a major problem: plastic takes centuries to break down, and large quantities continue to be produced. For example, in 2018, Aotearoa imported 575,000 tonnes of plastic material (PMCSA, 2019).

Fact source: https://environment.govt.nz/publications/our-marine-environment-2022/#:~:text=Different%20types%20of%20human%2Dmade,(Stats%20NZ%2C%202022).

Photo: Outflow Trust

#tauranga #bayofplentyregionalcouncil #taurangacitycouncil #acornfoundation #tectnz #outflow #departmentofconservation #westernbaycommunity

Plastic waste is a major problem: plastic takes centuries to break down, and large quantities continue to be produced. For example, in 2018, Aotearoa imported 575,000 tonnes of plastic material (PMCSA, 2019).

Fact source: https://environment.govt.nz/publications/our-marine-environment-2022/#:~:text=Different%20types%20of%20human%2Dmade,(Stats%20NZ%2C%202022).

Photo: Outflow Trust

#tauranga #bayofplentyregionalcouncil #taurangacitycouncil #acornfoundation #tectnz #outflow #departmentofconservation #westernbaycommunity

Some photos of what Outflow has been up to in the last 12 months.

#tauranga #bayofplenty #bayofplentyregionalcouncil #taurangacitycouncil #cleanourseas #tectnz #acornfoundation #outflow #westernbaycommunity #departmentofconservation

Some photos of what Outflow has been up to in the last 12 months.

#tauranga #bayofplenty #bayofplentyregionalcouncil #taurangacitycouncil #cleanourseas #tectnz #acornfoundation #outflow #westernbaycommunity #departmentofconservation

We went for a tiki tour around Pilot Bay and the base track of Mount Maunganui to see how much rubbish is around. Even saved a bird.....

#tauranga #bayofplenty #bayofplentyregionalcouncil #taurangacitycouncil #cleanourseas #outflow

We went for a tiki tour around Pilot Bay and the base track of Mount Maunganui to see how much rubbish is around. Even saved a bird.....

#tauranga #bayofplenty #bayofplentyregionalcouncil #taurangacitycouncil #cleanourseas #outflow

Plastic pollution is becoming one of the largest threats to marine wildlife. Plastic affects animals more than oil spills, heavy metals, or toxins. In New Zealand, 61% of all marine litter is plastic.

Information source: www.doc.govt.nz/nature/habitats/threats-facing-our-oceans/

Photo source: Outflow - taken by the Opototi Marae near Sh29A

#tauranga #bayofplenty #taurangacitycouncil #bayofplentyregionalcouncil #departmentofconservation

Plastic pollution is becoming one of the largest threats to marine wildlife. Plastic affects animals more than oil spills, heavy metals, or toxins. In New Zealand, 61% of all marine litter is plastic.

Information source: www.doc.govt.nz/nature/habitats/threats-facing-our-oceans/

Photo source: Outflow - taken by the Opototi Marae near Sh29A

#tauranga #bayofplenty #taurangacitycouncil #bayofplentyregionalcouncil #departmentofconservation

Interesting fact from Project Jonah stating that 80% of Marine debris comes from the land.

If your interested, check out the link to learn more:
https://www.projectjonah.org.nz/marine-debris/

Photo credit: Outflow Trust
#tauranga #bayofplenty #cleanourseas

Interesting fact from Project Jonah stating that 80% of Marine debris comes from the land.

If your interested, check out the link to learn more:
https://www.projectjonah.org.nz/marine-debris/

Photo credit: Outflow Trust
#tauranga #bayofplenty #cleanourseas

Any horse lovers have these bags ready to go? We would love to touch base and come and collect.

At Outflow, we’re committed to reducing our carbon footprint and minimising single-use items. By repurposing horse feed bags to collect waste, we not only clean up the Bay but also help reduce waste sent to landfill.

Cleaning up the Bay, one horse bag at a time!

#tauranga #taurangacitycouncil #bayofplentyregionalcouncil #westernbaycouncil #tectnz #acornfoundation #roddandgunn #mitre10 #bayofplenty #taurangalocals #westernbaycommunity

Any horse lovers have these bags ready to go? We would love to touch base and come and collect.

At Outflow, we’re committed to reducing our carbon footprint and minimising single-use items. By repurposing horse feed bags to collect waste, we not only clean up the Bay but also help reduce waste sent to landfill.

Cleaning up the Bay, one horse bag at a time!

#tauranga #taurangacitycouncil #bayofplentyregionalcouncil #westernbaycouncil #tectnz #acornfoundation #roddandgunn #mitre10 #bayofplenty #taurangalocals #westernbaycommunity

Hi, I’m Ash, Chairman of Outflow Trust.
We are a passionate team dedicated to protecting the enviroment in Bay of Plenty.

Our mission is to tackle plastic pollution, stormwater contamination and invasive species to create a cleaner, healthier enviroment for future generations.

🚀 Our Key Initiatives:

✅ Community Education & Engagement – Hands-on workshops & cleanups to raise awareness.

✅ Stormwater outlets R&D – Cutting edge systems to capture microplastics & pollutants before they reach the ocean.

✅ Coastal Cleanup Innovation – A custom built sand sieving machine to remove waste from coastlines, harbours and lakes

✅ Eco Barrier & Dune Restoration – Strengthening coastlines with native plants to prevent erosion & debris runoff.

✅ Microplastic Core Sampling – Scientific research to track pollution hotspots & drive policy change.

✅ Invasive Species Management– Preventing the spread of invasive species harming the environment and ecosystems.

💙 Our Impact So Far:
🌿 100,000+ litres of waste removed in 2024 (Tauranga Harbour)
🙌 Engaging 500+ volunteers annually
🏆Finalist for the Sustainable Future Award

🔹 Join the Movement! Support us by volunteering, donating, or spreading the word! Together, we can protect our oceans & create a sustainable future!

#tectnz #taurangacitycouncil #bayofplentyregionalcouncil
#acornfoundation #mirte10
#BayTrust #OutflowTrust #CleanHarbor #ProtectOurOceans #MarineConservation #Tauranga #BayOfPlenty #EcoWarriors #oceancycle

Hi, I’m Ash, Chairman of Outflow Trust.
We are a passionate team dedicated to protecting the enviroment in Bay of Plenty.

Our mission is to tackle plastic pollution, stormwater contamination and invasive species to create a cleaner, healthier enviroment for future generations.

🚀 Our Key Initiatives:

✅ Community Education & Engagement – Hands-on workshops & cleanups to raise awareness.

✅ Stormwater outlets R&D – Cutting edge systems to capture microplastics & pollutants before they reach the ocean.

✅ Coastal Cleanup Innovation – A custom built sand sieving machine to remove waste from coastlines, harbours and lakes

✅ Eco Barrier & Dune Restoration – Strengthening coastlines with native plants to prevent erosion & debris runoff.

✅ Microplastic Core Sampling – Scientific research to track pollution hotspots & drive policy change.

✅ Invasive Species Management– Preventing the spread of invasive species harming the environment and ecosystems.

💙 Our Impact So Far:
🌿 100,000+ litres of waste removed in 2024 (Tauranga Harbour)
🙌 Engaging 500+ volunteers annually
🏆Finalist for the Sustainable Future Award

🔹 Join the Movement! Support us by volunteering, donating, or spreading the word! Together, we can protect our oceans & create a sustainable future!

#tectnz #taurangacitycouncil #bayofplentyregionalcouncil
#acornfoundation #mirte10
#BayTrust #OutflowTrust #CleanHarbor #ProtectOurOceans #MarineConservation #Tauranga #BayOfPlenty #EcoWarriors #oceancycle

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