Download resources here to get a Magic Beans community pumping in your neighbourhood!

Learn how to download the Magic Beans app to your Android phone.

Anneliese spoke to AM today about our post cyclone Gabrielle garden recovery program.

Sarah Grant and Duncan Garner on their recent podcast discussion.

In the wake of Cyclone Gabrielle's devastating impact on Hawke's Bay in February 2023, a ray of hope emerged in the form of the "Bean Team" and their inspiring efforts. With unwavering dedication, this community-driven initiative has taken root, aiming to assist Hawke's Bay residents in recovering from the cyclone's aftermath.

Because Magic Beans is a web app, you won’t find it in the app store. Here’s how to easily save it to the home screen of your iphone or ipad.

Did you know you can add multiple suburbs to your Magic Beans swap listing? This helps connect you easily with people you can swap with. Check out our video that shows you how.

The ‘Add’ button gives you the option to add a post or list a swap in Magic Beans. Learn more about how that works here.

Once you’ve started listing swaps or responding to swaps from other Beanies, you’ll want to get familiar with the messages panel.

If you’ve seen a swap listing from another Beanie that you’d like to make an offer on, here’s a quick guide on how to get the ball rolling.

So you’ve got something to swap?

Let’s get your awesome offer out there for other members near you to see.

To take part in Magic Beans, you’ll need to add your location to your profile- this way we know what swaps and deals to show you. Check out this article to find out how.

Ready to dig in and use Magic Beans?

This guide is a brief overview to help you navigate the app.

Growing your own food and sharing the extra fresh produce with your community can make a big difference in reducing food waste.

When you grow your own fruits, veggies, and herbs, you can enjoy them right from your garden without the need for excessive packaging.

In the past year (to April 2023), cost of food has risen by 12.5 percent in Aotearoa New Zealand, This is the highest annual rate of increase in 35 years.

Sharing and swapping your surplus homegrown food creates connections, sparks conversations, and fosters a spirit of collaboration and generosity.