sustainability
The Ōtaki Market, a vibrant hub for local businesses and community spirit, is dedicated to promoting sustainability and supporting eco-friendly stallholders. With a focus on environmental responsibility, many of the market’s vendors emphasize sustainable practices, offering products that are locally sourced, handmade, and environmentally conscious.
From organic produce to upcycled crafts, these stallholders contribute to a market experience that values sustainability, community, and the well-being of future generations.
Click here to read our sustainability plan.
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Eco-friendly Signage
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Sustainable stall holders
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Stall holder signage
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Sustainable packaging
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Locally sourced products
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Kids Market
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Prizes and Competitions
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Sustainable Initiatives
waste stations
To support the Otaki Market’s commitment to sustainability and waste reduction, we have implemented a comprehensive rubbish and recycling plan, especially tailored for larger events.
This plan prioritizes waste diversion, recycling, and minimizing landfill contributions. We partnered with the No. 49 District of Kapiti Squadron, Air Training Corps, we ensure effective waste management through organized recycling stations and community involvement.
Going Green!
The market encourages young entrepreneurs to use upcycled, recycled, and eco-friendly materials in their products, helping to instill a sense of environmental stewardship from an early age.
By focusing on these values, the Ōtaki Kids Market is not just teaching kids about business but also about the importance of caring for their environment and community.
Signage
Awards
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Sustainable Packaging - awarded to the stall holder who has come up with an innovated way to package their products
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Sustainable product Champion - awarded to the stall holder who demonstrates the most innovative use of sustainable materials.
Products
Packaging
Māoriland and the Ōtaki Market team up
The collaboration between Māoriland and the Ōtaki Market for the Matariki Street Party was a celebration of local culture and creativity. The Ōtaki Market provided 13 stalls, showcasing a diverse range of offerings, from native trees, New Zealand products to locally made crafts and Māori-themed craft.
The brief from Maoriland was to have products, which connect with the earth, are sustainable, at one with nature or are local producers and plastic free.
sustainable SEPTEMBER
8 September 10am-2pm
15 September 10am-2pm
20 September 10am-2pm
29 September 10am-2pm
The Ōtaki Market's Sustainable stallholders feature an array of eco-friendly products, from recycled and upcycled art and crafts to organic, spray-free citrus fruit. Locally grown native trees with homemade compost and reusable packaging are available, along with second-hand goods and items crafted from locally sourced materials. Come and chat with our stallholders!
We have a huge list of stall holders who use sustainable, recycled and upcycled products
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Native trees (grown locally, handmade compost and recycled packaging)
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Kuku Creative (using locally sourced materials to make bone carving products)
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Plenty of garden Art (using natural canvas such as shells and air plants)
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Art and craft products using recycled materials
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Spray free citrus fruit
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Plants and seedlings
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Four 2nd hand stalls giving old products a new lease of life
