The new farmers market at Waihī Beach is sticking to its values by choosing local businesses instead of overseas companies for its vendors.
Organisers of the market, held every Saturday at Waihī Beach School, say they have a strict “local-focused policy” in which vendors’ ingredients must be sourced from within Aotearoa – not imported and on-sold.
“We want locals and our wider community and economy to benefit from the market, and the best way we can do that is to ensure that all inputs and outputs are purchased in New Zealand and/or made in New Zealand from New Zealand ingredients,” stallholder Fin McDonald said.
“This means more money in our local economy and hopefully sets an example about a ‘can-do attitude’ to keeping businesses and families supported.”
The market will be held every Saturday from 8am-12pm, rain or shine, and will run until April 27, 2024.
DETAILS: Located at Waihī Beach Primary School – free parking and access near the Community Center at 106 Beach Rd. For anyone wanting to become a vendor, visit www.waihibeachfarmersmarket.co.nz to find out more or email info@waihibeachfarmersmarket.co.nz.
