Over the last year, Kawerau’s KEA Centre has seen its electricity bills more than halved – thanks in part to a new insulation and air conditioning system, made possible with a $176,626 grant from Trust Horizon.
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Trust Horizon has shared a range of granting highlights in its 2025 Community Update, including the milestone moment of $50 million granted to the community since the Trust’s inception.
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Trust Horizon is undertaking a community poll, inviting electricity consumers to have their say on a change to its Trust Deed that could see millions more invested into the Eastern Bay each year. Find out more.
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Trust Horizon has joined the Tōtara Energy Limited Partnership (LP) syndicate to invest in New Zealand’s renewable energy generation. Learn more here.
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Find out who has been nominated for the two trustee vacancies in the Whakatāne/Kaingaroa area of Trust Horizon as of the closing date 23 July 2025.
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Third year University of Canterbury student Lara Longney has been awarded the Trust Horizon & Aruhiko – Power Engineering Excellence Trust (PEET) scholarship, earning the Whakatāne local $10,000 to support her studies.
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The Motu Trails Charitable Trust maintenance team is now able to clear over 30km worth of track up to 40% faster, thanks to a new suite of electric tools made possible with a $4,782 grant from Trust Horizon. Learn more.
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Whakatāne District Council and Trust Horizon have partnered to launch a new fund that supports innovative, local responses to climate change and youth development. Find out how you can apply.
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2025 is an election year for Trust Horizon, with nominations for two Trustee positions in the Whakatāne and Kaingaroa Village constituency now open.
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A $62,913 grant from Trust Horizon is soon to bring renewed energy to the 120-year-old Waimana Sports & Cultural Club.
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Whakatāne District Council is flicking the switch on solar, with installations set to begin in the coming weeks at three key Council facilities. Discover more here.
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Extra peace of mind is on its way to Kutarere, with a $21,046 grant from Trust Horizon securing the future of the community’s water supply. Find out more!
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2025 will see a fresh face join the Trust Horizon board, with the appointment of Kataraina Monika as the organisation’s first ever Board Observer under the Future Directors programme. More details here.
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Ōhope Beach Golf Links is stepping up its sustainability game with new electric grounds equipment—powered by a $90,650 grant from Trust Horizon. Greener greens, brighter future.
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Environmental responsibility is a key focus across all Trust Horizon initiatives, including the transformation of Concordia House, located at 17 Pyne Street, Whakatāne. Learn how the building is being renovated to become a long-term head office for Horizon Energy Group (HEG),
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Hospice Eastern Bay of Plenty are grateful to receive a $57,800 grant from Trust Horizon, with a focus on enhancing the sustainability and efficiency of palliative care services. Find out more.
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Trust Horizon advances its efforts across operations, grant-making, and investment strategies to promote an equitable, inclusive, and transformative energy transition. Read more.
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Trust Horizon has approved the allocation of $150,000 to create a Community Energy Contribution Grant funding pool to support marae and community groups. Available to apply for from February to March 31, 2025. Learn more here.
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Trust Horizon is playing a pivotal role in strengthening the electrical workforce within the Eastern Bay of Plenty. The Trust Horizon Energy Apprentice-Assist grant is designed to support local rangatahi (youth) and those entering the industry who may not be eligible for Government training course fees support. Learn more.
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Are you passionate about governance, community development, and creating transformational change? This is your opportunity to join the Trust Horizon board as a Future Director for a 12-month term commencing March 2025.
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