Celebrate Community - March 1st to 31st đ
This month is all about bringing your community together and having a great time! We want March to be all about celebrating the connections we have while making new ones along the way. As we all know, what makes a neighbourhood great isnât the houses and cars, gardens and streets - itâs the people who share their presence and aroha with each other.
A wonderful way to take part is to participate in Neighbours Day Aotearoa which takes place from 20 - 30th March. This yearâs theme is âThe Great Plant Swapâ - as an easy way for our neighbourhoods to grow stronger together. If youâre hosting an event, make sure to register it on their website: neighboursday.org.nz/join-in
Show us how youâre celebrating community this month by tagging us in your social media posts or emailing us your photos, videos, or experiences to: info@neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz
Staying home over the break?
The long weekend is the perfect time to make your place safer for an earthquake with these steps:
⢠Find out where you can turn off your water and gas mains
⢠Check your chimney for any signs of wear and tear, or damage
⢠Check your home's foundations are secured
⢠Move heavy items that are up high to safer, lower down locations.
⢠Secure tall and heavy furniture and appliances
These simple actions can keep your whÄnau safer in case of a big shake, so tick them off and make the most of your break.
What's On: Scottish Country Dancing
Scottish Country Dancing
- Thames Citizens' Band Hall
Bob Francis Wins Senior New Zealander Of The Year
Seven-term Mayor of Masterton, Bob Francis CNZM QSO MBE JP, has been named the 2024 Ryman Healthcare Senior New Zealander of the Year Te MÄtÄpuputu o te Tau.
Affectionately dubbed âMr Wairarapaâ, Bob has served his community in multiple areas, including health services, commercial development, the arts, aviation, homelessness, conservation and sports.
Bobâs award signifies the sixth time Ryman Healthcare has supported this category of the Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards, which provides a fantastic opportunity to celebrate Kiwi seniors who continue to make positive contributions towards the future of Aotearoa.
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