As the end of the year draws ever closer, it is often a time for reflection of what was, what is and what could have been. This year in the Manawatu we have had our share of all of them.
More infoFirst it was the Rugby World Cup that was dominating our thoughts, followed closely by the triennial election circus, and now as the dust settles on that,
More infoOver the past few weeks I have been incredibly proud of the way our community has got behind efforts to assist the people of Christchurch. Some of the efforts to get food and resources down there have been incredible.
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The year is off to a flying start. The weather has improved so that must mean that school has started, tertiary students are flooding into the city full of youthful enthusiasm and eagerness to learn.
More infoIt seems that every week someone is celebrating a milestone of some kind. Recently Palmerston North celebrated making it over the 80 000 population mark.
More infoAs an avid sports fan I have to remind myself that not everyone is going to be as excited as I am about various sporting results, however on this occasion I just can’t help myself.
More infoIn a George Benson song made even more famous by Whitney Houston is the line: “Everybody’s searching for a hero, people need someone to look up to”.
More infoI’m both surprised and encouraged by how often people ask me how my family are, and how it is for them with their husband/ father involved in such a high profile job.
More infoIt’s awards season in Palmerston North. I don’t mean Emmy awards (though it’s nice to see some getting recognition in Hollywood) or academy awards, but our very own Civic Awards.
More infoPeople often ask me if it is really worth talking to the Council and will the Council listen. My answer is most certainly yes, and the recent 10 Year Plan process only proves my point.
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