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Meri Kirihimete + Happy New Year Neighbourhood Supporters! π
Thank you for all of your mahi and support over the past year - we couldn't have done it without you.
Please note our National Office will be closed from today (Friday 20 December) at 11am with the first of staff set to return Monday 13 January at 9am.
Wishing you all a safe and joyous holiday season ahead! Looking forward to creating even more safe, resilient and connected communities with all of you in 2020.
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The Best Backyard Build winner
It was a very hard decision but we've chosen our winner of the Best Backyard Build as Todd Haswell of Raureka. Congratulations, Todd!
His entry reads:
A couple of years ago my wife said "Can you make me a cuppa tea area down the back? Something with a cover over it."
Me being a graphic artist by trade, I went overboard and made this. Most of the timber is offcuts or leftover from years of not throwing anything out. The doors are from the old Napier Hospital. The two side ones open up on top like stable doors. At night lights come on in the windows (solar), which makes it look like a little house. However the back wall is the centre door.
We think his entry is very creative and impressive. Give this post a Like if you agree!
This wraps up our Backyard Awards - we hope you enjoyed taking part and seeing your neighbour's creations.
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π΅οΈββοΈ Solve It If You Can! π Riddle Time
Iβm a place of beauty,
from mountains to sea,
where the long white cloud drifts gracefully;
Iβm far from most but close in heartβ
what country am I,
a world apart?
Bonus points if you know the photo's location, here's a hint: it's the Riddler's home town!
Do you think you know the answer to our riddle? Don't spoil it for your neighbours! Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm.
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FUNERAL
The church will reserve the carpark for church use only for a funeral tomorrow from 11am to 2.30pm. Thank you for your co-operation.