How Hobsonville Pt's community spirit became an antidote to Covid-19

Andrea from Eden Terrace

I thought this message was apt for the Neighbourly community...
Covid-19 has been a tragedy for those who lost loved ones and a disaster for those who have lost jobs – but a group of neighbours in one of Auckland’s newest communities have shown what the virus has done for community spirit.
Back in February, residents in Hobsonville Point got together to talk about the looming crisis of Covid-19. Although it was early days, they were deeply concerned and decided to discuss ways they could be ready for whatever was coming their way.
They knew there was evidence that tight-knit, organised communities did better generally – and felt Hobsonville Point was perfectly placed to take advantage.
A driving force in the group was Arena Williams. She and partner Max are both lawyers and committed to Hobsonville Point – and Williams says there is a strong community spirit, supported by an active Residents’ Society. Read more ... www.oneroof.co.nz...