Same village, different needs
Live independently while your loved one is cared for in the same Ryman village.
A full life for Helen is one that is surrounded by family. When she first moved to the village, Helen’s husband John was being cared for elsewhere. Now that he is living at the same village, it brings Helen and her family so much happiness and reassurance.
“All the family cried when he moved in. They were so happy because it was such a beautiful thing to have him close by.”
Eat Drink and Be Crafty Fair
This event is being held again on Saturday 25 January 2025, from 10am to 4pm and run by The Lions Club of Mana.
This is a popular fair set in a lovely rural setting and is now regarded as an annual local event. There will also be a live band and plenty of entertainment for all ages – it’s sure to be a great family day out everyone.
EFTPOS is now available at Battle Hill Farm. The opening of Transmission Gully has meant that Battle Hill Farm now has good cell phone/internet coverage.
Mana Lions will also have EFTPOS facility on the day supplying cash for those fair goers requiring it.
The proceeds from the day will support Wellington Free Ambulance and local Porirua Community Charities.
Where: Greater Wellington’s Battle Hill Farm Forest Park, 608 Paekakariki Hill Road, Porirua, Wellington
Admission: Adults $5.00. Children Free
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