Houghton Valley Email Newsletter
7 March, 2011
Sam is very preoccupied with the events in Christchurch, so I’m going to be doing the newsletter for a while.
Civil Defence: Many locals are talking about how a Civil Defence system could be organised for Houghton Bay. The feeling is that if an earthquake strikes, Houghton Bay will be on its own for several days. Do we want to organise a meeting to talk about this in the community hall? Yes or no? If enough people want it, let me know and I’ll book the hall. Apparently there is a fireman who lives in or near Houghton Bay, who knows the area well, and would be good to get as a speaker.
Jenny’s Notice: How is your emergency kit? Get yourself a self charging (dynamo) torch with radio, siren and cell phone charger. No batteries required. The price will be $40 or possibly a bit more, depending on the exchange rate, and we will be getting some more in to NZ in 6 weeks, but can take orders anytime!
Alice Krebs Lodge: See photo of John, Clare and Brenda preparing the Alice Krebs Lodge for refugees from Christchurch.
Sonia’s notice: On March 19 Sonia will be available for healing massage at the Alice Krebs Lodge. Sonia works with subtle healing energies to realign and stretch the body. The first session is one and a half hours. Cost $65.00. A fee is being paid to the Kae Miller Trust for each massage.
Houghton valley Community garden: This photo shows the veggies harvested from the garden yesterday.
There is a lot of silver beet at the moment, so please take some.
Piebe’s (Peter’s) Track: Has anyone noticed the orange step opposite the bathing sheds? See photo.
Best wishes to everyone, Grant