2019
It's time to talk Taranaki a collaborative community wellbeing initiative
It’s Time to Talk Taranaki is a unique community wellbeing collaboration between Beach Energy and local Maori artist Paul Rangiwahia. Recognising growing community concerns regarding mental health and wellbeing, the initiative uses Mr Rangiwahia’s artworks as the conversation starter, empowering members of the local community in discussions that include practical tips to effectively self-manage personal wellbeing. With an emphasis on community connectedness, the sessions are presented with humour and sensitivity, and with the partnership now reaching more than 3000 people at public talks, schools and charitable trusts, it is making a real difference in addressing this significant community issue.