What’s it like to be homeless?
How will your willingness to "sleep rough" help end homelessness? Watch Housing First Rotorua's Peer Support Leaders tell you what a life-changing difference your passion can make.
The Lifewise Big Sleepout Rotorua is on 5th September and our Peer Support Leaders – people who have lived experience of homelessness – are here to tell you why you should join us to "sleep rough" in Rotorua's Village Green and raise funds to support their mahi .
The Peer Support Leaders in this video are (in order of appearance): Casey Tahana, Henry Clark, Justin Carr
Don't delay, register now at bigsleepout.org.nz/rotorua
Best way to use leftovers?
I'm sure you've got some excess ham at home or cold roast potatoes.
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Hooked on adventure
Neil’s love for fishing stretches back as far as he can remember. From catching sprats on the farm as a young boy to representing New Zealand on the world stage, it’s always been his passion. These days, as a Bruce McLaren Village resident, Neil finds nothing more enjoyable than casting a line, surrounded by scenic vistas and the melodies of native birds, before releasing his catch back into the water.
An experienced fishing guide, Neil shares his love of fly fishing with his new mate and village neighbour, David. While they met in the village, the pair are often mistaken for lifelong friends. Like Neil, David has always been an active person.
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