Western Bay Of Plenty Neighbourhood Support

We hope you have all managed to have a safe and relaxing holiday period enjoying spending time with friends and family, and now refreshed and ready to take on 2021.

No doubt, a few amongst us woke on New Years Day a bit ‘dusty’ and over the coming hours recalled making New Years Resolutions that we probably won't keep: I will drink less this year (always a favourite on Jan 1st.); I will get in shape this year; I will exercise more this year; I will spend less time working this year.

I’ve heard them all before, and if you haven't put them in action within the first seven days, you are unlikely to do it at all.

The events of 2020 taught us that Neighbourhood Support Street Groups were overwhelmingly important, and in 2021, your

New Years Resolution could be:

“I will be generous with my spare time and volunteer in my community.” 2021 looks to be a very busy year for Neighbourhood Support, so we need many more volunteers so that we can further expand our network of members in the coming year.

Set up your own Street Group. This is such a simple process and a great way to get to know all your neighbours and help them connect, and make your street a safer place to live. This role is commonly referred to as the Street Coordinator, and takes very little of your time, probably less than a couple of hours a month. Street Groups usually have up to 30 member households.

So, are you ready to fulfil your New Years’ resolution? Let’s have a chat. Why not contact me today - I’ll put you in touch with your local group. Email nspapamoa@wbopns.org.nz or call 07 562 2828, 027 271 3772.