"All the good buggers in it."
@madeleineoco
"The awesome people who lead by getting on with it and making stuff happen for the community."
@ourwatercarejourney
"I live in a community that has people who have given everything they have to make it what it is, and without them, the community wouldn't exist. We welcome new comers, we help those that need help, and we provide a place for those who need a place every Friday. I am the present of The Bluff Sports and Recreation Club in Ngakuru, and I couldn't be prouder of the community we have."
@cow_girl_nz
"The local school, rugby club, volunteers, and our local 4Square."
@ali_shep2185
"Coming together often."
@laurajmgavin
"We're related to most neighbouring farms - actually though - generational farms"."
@steph_peart
"School aged kids, young families and primary schools!"
@annie_collin
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