Kia ora everyone,

I am guessing the school holidays feel like a long time ago now that we are into our third week of Term 4. One holiday highlight for me happened to be down south in time for the snowy weather in Southland. As someone from the landlocked Waikato and based in Tāmaki Makaurau for most of the year, snow is definitely a novelty so I made the most of it and got outdoors in my gumboots.

During this break away, there is a change of energy that can come from playful activities; whether its stomping through puddles instead of walking around them, watching snow fall while counting newborn lambs and making works of art with playdoh; each helping to create moments of connection.

I am reminded of how powerful the Playfulness in PACE can be when seeking to add a bit of joy and fun into the day-to-day. How does playfulness show up during the time you spend with the children in your care?

Family Fun Days

• Calling all Westies! Family Fun Days are back and kicking off out West, in Henderson, on Saturday 12th November (Ten Pin Bowling).
• This will be quickly followed by a Pool Party in Panmure on Sunday 13th November.
• If you’re located near to Glenfield, our third and final Family Fun Day will be held on Sunday 11 December at Glenfield Pool and Leisure Centre.

There is still time to register for tickets – click below.  Come say ‘Hi’ to me and our wonderful Regional Committee Members – we’ll be hanging out by the Caring Families Aotearoa banner and table.