07/11/2025
Happy birthday to Shirley and Faye who celebrated their birthday on the same day.
Melbourne Cup took place Tuesday 4th with best dressed, best fascinator and best “hobby horse” winner.
Friday 7th was Gumboot Friday (morning) and Diwali (afternoon) (a little bit later than the actual day due to staffing issues).
We would like to thank our wonderful Indian community for a fantastic display of dancing and entertainment, today, Friday. Afterwards, staff were treated to traditional food such as Masaka Idli, honey chilli cauliflower, potato samosa, Palak Pakora, Brean Pakora, Paani Puri, Thai Pandan layer dessert, Thai custard, Thai sticky rice with custard, Cocktail vege samosa, chicken cutlet, coconut milk custard, Ghee rice, chicken stew and sweet Kheer. How lucky were we😊
Gumboot Friday saw the residents competing with throwing gumboots. For those living with depression or suffering from mental health issues.
As mentioned in a previous FB post, Jack Pavich, who is our activities co-ordinator Sophia’s son, is walking the entire length of NZ from Cape Reinga to Bluff to raise funds and awareness for I Am Hope in support of Gumboot Friday and in support of those who struggle with mental health issues.
https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/help-me-raise-funds-for-mental-health-while-i-walk
or you can follow Jack on JP Rural Kiwi https://www.youtube.com/
Thank you to Robert and Richard who came in on Monday to play and sing to the residents.
