SHOWING THEIR CREATIVE SKILLS
Budding Picassos pulled out their artistic flair recently.
Rural paint parties, hosted by local artist Bex Stone, have been held at Tiniroto and Putere.
The parties are designed as a pick-me-up for flood- impacted communities offering a few hours of fun and creativity.
The Tiniroto event was funded by the Tiniroto Community Association with the Putere event funded by the Wairoa Community Development Trust. The Trust facilitates different programmes funded by MPI, delivering to isolated rural communities by connecting through the Rural Community Hubs.
The aim is to provide opportunities for people living in isolated areas to learn new skills without having to travel long distances to town.
Bex Stone, who ran the paint parties, said it was a great experience to take the parties rural and to tap into a range of local talent.
Rural paint parties, hosted by local artist Bex Stone, have been held at Tiniroto and Putere.
The parties are designed as a pick-me-up for flood- impacted communities offering a few hours of fun and creativity.
The Tiniroto event was funded by the Tiniroto Community Association with the Putere event funded by the Wairoa Community Development Trust. The Trust facilitates different programmes funded by MPI, delivering to isolated rural communities by connecting through the Rural Community Hubs.
The aim is to provide opportunities for people living in isolated areas to learn new skills without having to travel long distances to town.
Bex Stone, who ran the paint parties, said it was a great experience to take the parties rural and to tap into a range of local talent.
The aftermath of Cyclone Gabrielle has resulted in many challenges across the district, including for those living rurally.
Farmers are urged to share their challenges with trusted people and when possible, take a break from the farm.
When you look after yourself, you’re looking after your farm, family, team and community too. Farming is a job with a unique set of challenges – many are hard to predict or control. These challenges and pressures are a natural part of farming which aren’t going to disappear.
A simple, written plan can relieve stress. Seek help if you’re under pressure. There are people who can support you.
Farmers are urged to share their challenges with trusted people and when possible, take a break from the farm.
When you look after yourself, you’re looking after your farm, family, team and community too. Farming is a job with a unique set of challenges – many are hard to predict or control. These challenges and pressures are a natural part of farming which aren’t going to disappear.
A simple, written plan can relieve stress. Seek help if you’re under pressure. There are people who can support you.
- Try Farmstrong – A nationwide wellbeing programme for the rural community. www.Farmstrong.co.nz
- You can call or text 1737 to talk with a trained counsellor for free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- Find free, local mental wellbeing support services. www.wellbeingsupport.govt.nz
- Call your local RST for free and confidential support. Get connections with the services you need, whether financial, business or health-related. Ph 0800 787 254