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‘The Maverick’ Russell loves a challenge
At 96, Logan Campbell resident Russell Parrish has achieved an incredible feat - ‘knocking off’ the summit of One Tree Hill 30 times over 30 consecutive days. Plus, it was all for a great cause — raising money and awareness for Alzheimer’s in honor of his late wife Mary.
Every single day of September, come rain, shine or blustering gale, Russell set off from his home at Ryman Healthcare’s Greenlane village to walk to the top of the iconic mountain set in the heart of Cornwall Park.
The idea also coincided with Ryman Healthcare’s annual Walking for Wellness challenge, which this year aptly had an Everest theme.
Watch Russell's story and click to read the full story.
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Dementia Friendly Living at Ryman
All of Ryman’s New Zealand villages have gained a Dementia Friendly Accreditation as recognised by Alzheimers New Zealand.
This reflects our commitment to creating safe, supportive communities to improve the experiences of residents living with dementia.
Our purpose-built care centres and personalised support ensure residents feel comfortable and secure while maintaining their independence.
We offer specialist dementia care at Charles Fleming Village in Waikanae.
Click the read more below to learn more about our dementia friendly approach.
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WAIKANAE ARTS AND CRAFTS SOCIETY INC
RARANGA (weaving) WORKSHOP
Nau mai haere mai
Welcome to our First Weaving Workshop 2025
Join us and learn the art and knowledge of Weaving under the guidance of Tash from Awhi Mai Toi and Shona from Tuakana Teina Rongoā
Where: 27a Elizabeth Street Waikanae
Date: Sunday 30th March 9am to 3pm
$50 per pp
10 places only
This is a beginner’s workshop to embrace the learnings of mahi Raranga.
No experience is required just bring an open mind to experience a touch of Te Ao Māori in the following areas.
*Karakia- (prayer).
*Tikitanga -Whakapapa, Pūrākau (history ,stories) – learn to connect a Wairua,a Tinana a Hineangaro.
*The first workshop you will learn about Harakeke and create beautiful Putiputi-(flowers) to take home.
*Materials supplied
*Wai rākau infused herbal tea and drinks – provided by Shona Tuakana Teina Rongoa.
Contact – Donna Kennedy
Email donna.kennedy72@outlook.com
Or 021 255 0519 Waikanae Arts and Crafts Society Inc
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Local Art and Craft exhibition
We are a small gallery on the coast that showcases local arts and craft.
Opening hours: 10.00 am to 3.00 pm Thursday to Sunday.
Kāpiti Gallery and Workrooms 192 Matai Road, Raumati Beach.
Our new exhibition Inspirations 25. it is a collaboration between the Jewellery group and the oil painting group
When you visit remember to pick up a flyer that will give you all the dates for what's coming up in our exhibition space in 2025
If you are interested in joining the society, please visit our website
kapitiartsandcrafts.com...
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