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Meet Frances

Frances is one of our wonderful Puāwai Kai facilitators. With a history of group facilitation and background in counselling, Frances loves seeing people grow and blossom in their confidence around nutrition, lifestyle and connecting with themselves and others.

Meet Matiu

Matiu decided he was at an age where he needed to give up the energy drinks and take better care of himself. Since completing the Puāwai Kai programme, Matiu’s gone back to the garden and appreciating what he can grow himself

Meet Robyn

Robyn was recommended the Puāwai Kai programme by her GP. At the time she was struggling to balance her sweet tooth and her diabetes. Since completing the course, Robyn’s enjoyed sharing her knowledge and recipes with her granddaughter.

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Free healthy lifestyle programme in Canterbury helping Pasifika decrease chances of diabetes, heart disease through cooking classes