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"We want to create a way of working as a whole community, agencies and us together, that creates hope and optimism"
Georgie Thompson, Ruapotaka Marae, Tamaki

Neighbours & Streets

Small actions build bigger relationships and meaningful connections

News from Bruce at Te Aroha Noa, Highbury alt

Even small actions can grow collaborative relationships, as I discovered recently when we met the Mayor of Palmerston North about another matter and used the opportunity to talk about our work. He must have been impressed because not long afterwards we received a donation of $200 from the Council Chief Executive. The great thing was how the money had been raised by Council staff, through a gold coin contribution, on Promoting Families Day. They decided to donate it to our programme.

Building communities the fun way - How to plan your street BBQ

A new and wonderful resource has been produced as a group effort by residents of Massey, Waitakere. This is a simple and comprehensive guide on how to plan your street BBQ, and is based on practical experience. You can download the PDF.
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KYN newsletter launched

An exciting new newsletter, the Know Your Neighbours (KYN) Project News, was launched this month, highlighting the trend toward focusing on a neighbourhood and community of place focus.

This attractive and lively newsletter tells the stories of neighbourhoods where residents have made meaningful connections.

“Men’s Sheds” come to Naenae

The needs of isolated men, such as retired men and widowers, have tended to be overlooked by traditional social services. Women generally have established networks and familiarity with using various public services, but men often find it more difficult to reach out or ask for support. Yet invariably these older men have much to offer the community in the way of knowledge, skills, and experience.
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