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Celebrating spirit of community support, resilience

Mar 30 2024 Updated March 30, 2024

Gillian Cowperthwaite

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Tairāwhiti Multicultural Council president Arish Naresh and Clearhead founder and chief executive Dr Angela Lim, were among those who enjoyed a ride on the Wa165 “Diversity Express” — a gesture of gratitude to supporters and volunteers who stepped up in the wake of Cyclone Gabrielle and other weather events last year. Picture supplied

A balmy autumn day provided the perfect backdrop for a memorable Diversity Express train ride to Muriwai on the vintage Wa165 locomotive steam engine on Saturday.

Hosted by Tairāwhiti Multicultural Council (TMC), the event was a gesture of gratitude to the supporters and volunteers who stood by the community, offering unwavering support and assistance after the devastating cyclone and weather ev...