Update from Martinborough Plunket

Haven’t these last few days of sunshine been wonderful? My roses are budding like fury and the daffodils are nodding in my garden.
Although the Venice Street Plunket Rooms have been closed for use since last May we want you to know that Martinborough Plunket is still fully operational. Our mobile clinics are being held in the School Dental Clinic (that was) – and the nurse is booking visits with our community, saving them the extra travel to Greytown or Featherston. Lia and Amanda (from our group) have set the room up so that it is really appealing for Mums and babies. A massive thank you to the school for allowing us the use of this building.

Our PINS (Parents in the Neighbourhood) afternoon teas continue to operate in the Playcentre building on the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1.00 – 2.45pm. These get-togethers provide Mums with the opportunity to chat and share ideas – and our karitane is there also for any questions you may wish to have answered. Everyone is welcome to come along. This time we must thank the Playcentre for allowing us the use of their facility. Isn’t it great that the Martinborough community pulls together to help each other in difficult situations!
This leads us to the progress we are working on to become a part of the Waihinga Centre. Plunket is meeting with the council and the Mayor this coming Thursday to discuss exactly how we will be able to take our place within this venture. It is exciting to know that we are this far on the way – and I will keep you informed of our progress in future writings.

Our first real involvement will be at the “Turf Turning” when, along with Playcentre and the Toy Library, Martinborough Plunket will be holding the ‘Big Dig’ for the kids. Come along on Saturday 10 September at noon to experience the turning of the first turf for the Waihinga Complex and enjoy the activities to follow, including digging for treasure in our ‘Big Dig’.
Kids, be sure to remind Mum and Dad of this fun day! See you there!