Briefly: Weekender delivery, Pink Support

Weekender delivery

This week's Rotorua Weekender is in letterboxes today. We share a Rotorua family's battle against a debilitating illness as Rotorua's @Heart organisation holds a fundraising event this weekend. We introduce readers to a local rapper and a man saved by the BayTrust rescue helicopter after having a heart attack. Relationship counsellor Colleen Mullin answers a problem and you can find out about what is on around the city this weekend.

Pink support

Today is Anti-Bullying Day and to show your support wear something pink. Bullying is a serious community issue and can lead to low self-confidence, depression and anti-social behaviour. It affects people in all walks of life and happens at school, via text and on the internet. Show you care for those victims by putting on something pink.

Farming post

Federated Farmers Rotorua/Taupo has appointed Reporoa farmer Alan Wills as the province's new vice-president. Rotorua/Taupo provincial president Neil Heather said Mr Wills' appointment ensured a strong leadership succession plan for the province. Mr Heather said Mr Wills was a very capable dairy farmer who brought a new dimension to the provincial executive.

Countryside run/walk

The Lake City Athletic Club is holding a countryside run or walk tomorrow for members and non-members. The run/walk starts at 1.45pm from 1 Haratua Pl, Springfield (off Utuhina Rd). For details call Siobhan on (021) 128 9925 or email lakecity@xtra.co.nz.

Allergy support

Allergy NZ is having a support group meeting on Wednesday from 7pm-9pm at RAVE, Rotorua, cnr Hinemoa and Hinemaru Sts, as part of Allergy Awareness week. If you or someone you care for suffers from allergies, please come along. Ph Eugene on 027 840 2390 for more information.