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Community-Led Change: Signage Signals a Shift Toward Alcohol-Free Spaces in Wainuiomata. 

In the Hutt Valley, local sports clubs, Healthy Families Hutt Valley, and Hutt City Council are championing a new wave of community wellbeing by introducing alcohol-free signage across Wainuiomata sports fields. Rooted in manaakitanga and kōtahitanga, this initiative reflects a shared vision for safe, inclusive spaces where tamariki can thrive and whānau can gather free from alcohol-related harm. With strong leadership from clubs like Wainuiomata Rugby and Wainuiomata Rugby League, the signage stands as a symbol of community aspiration—highlighting what’s possible when grassroots voices lead and systems respond with practical support.

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Moana Movement: Moving with Culture, Leading with Heart

Inano Dance is more than a Cook Islands dance collective—they are systems changemakers. With support from Healthy Families Hutt Valley, they are transforming cultural movement into a recognised force for health and wellbeing. From activating public spaces with Urahiit to preparing for Te Maeva Nui, Inano Dance is leading Oire Te Whanganui-a-Tara with pride, purpose, and power. Their story shows how culture is not just part of the solution—it is the solution.

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