by CRN | Jul 16, 2025 | Floods, Papakura, Preparedness
If you live in Papakura, you probably remember exactly where you were during the January 2023 storms. The water came fast, and it came hard – leaving many of us dealing with flooded homes, businesses, and roads that turned into rivers. But here’s the thing:...
by CRN | Jul 1, 2025 | Community, Preparedness, Street Meets
There’s something special about neighbours coming together over a simple sausage sizzle—and on June 21st, 2025, the residents of Twin Parks in Papakura experienced exactly that. Their very first Street Meet, held at the corner of Twin Parks Rise and Okawa Ave, showed...
by CRN | Jun 15, 2025 | Disasters, Papakura, Preparedness
On a crisp winter morning, the Adventist Church on Alpha Street came alive with purpose and collaboration as it hosted an inspiring community resilience workshop focused on emergency readiness. Organised in partnership with ADRA New Zealand, Auckland Emergency...
by CRN | Jun 14, 2025 | Podcast
When emergencies hit, there’s often no time to pack. That’s why having a grab bag ready to go can make all the difference — but what should actually go in it? In this episode, we break down the core items every grab bag needs, plus some smart, low-cost additions for...
by CRN | Jun 6, 2025 | Podcast
Emergencies don’t always come with warnings — and when they do, power and internet often disappear first. One of the simplest and most effective ways to stay connected is by creating a Text Tree — a basic communication system using mobile phones that helps spread...
