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What do you think makes a community strong?

Strong Communities Murihiku wants to hear from people of all ages from throughout the Southland region, about what you think makes a strong community.

What is Strong Communities Murihiku? It's part of Just Transitions that was established following the announcement of the New Zealand Aluminium Smelter closure announcement in 2020. Supported by the Government, it aims to start lots of conversations about future possibilities for Southland.

Regardless of the fate of the smelter, the transition allows us to step back, look afresh at what makes the Southland community special, to think about what new opportunities there are and how we can work together differently to build 'Strong Communities' throughout the Murihiku/Southland region. The outcome of this project will be a community vision and framework and proposals sent to the government for projects which they may be able to fund in Southland.

We need your help to start this conversation ...

Tell us what you think and go into the draw to win 1 of five $100 Prezzy cards.

Here at Let's Talk, you can share your thoughts, find out more about the project, and be inspired by what other communities are doing in Aotearoa.

You can also see who's involved and check out all the ways you can have your say, and out timeframes and next steps.

Click on the Stay Informed button on the right (PC) or below (Mobile) to receive updates about what's happening with this mahi.

C'mon Southland - get involved - your voice counts!

What do you think makes a community strong?

Strong Communities Murihiku wants to hear from people of all ages from throughout the Southland region, about what you think makes a strong community.

What is Strong Communities Murihiku? It's part of Just Transitions that was established following the announcement of the New Zealand Aluminium Smelter closure announcement in 2020. Supported by the Government, it aims to start lots of conversations about future possibilities for Southland.

Regardless of the fate of the smelter, the transition allows us to step back, look afresh at what makes the Southland community special, to think about what new opportunities there are and how we can work together differently to build 'Strong Communities' throughout the Murihiku/Southland region. The outcome of this project will be a community vision and framework and proposals sent to the government for projects which they may be able to fund in Southland.

We need your help to start this conversation ...

Tell us what you think and go into the draw to win 1 of five $100 Prezzy cards.

Here at Let's Talk, you can share your thoughts, find out more about the project, and be inspired by what other communities are doing in Aotearoa.

You can also see who's involved and check out all the ways you can have your say, and out timeframes and next steps.

Click on the Stay Informed button on the right (PC) or below (Mobile) to receive updates about what's happening with this mahi.

C'mon Southland - get involved - your voice counts!

Take a look at these ideas to help you imagine what might be possible for Southland

The Waikato Wellbeing Project stemmed from an opportunity to realise the powerful possibilities of their region: to sustainability develop a region of abundance.  This regional initiative aims to achieve a more environmentally sustainable, prosperous and inclusive Waikato region by 2030. Mātauranga and Te Ao Māori (Māori world view) principles are embedded Waikato Wellbeing Project. Watch a video about this awesome project here: Waikato Wellbeing Project - YouTube.


The Impact Collective is a team serving the Rangitīkei, Ruapehu, South Taranaki and Whanganui Regions. Their kaupapa/philosophy is to bring together data with the stories of their people to co-design pathways that create positive and enduring impact within their rohe/region. Find out more about their mahi/work here: Impact Collective - Our Kaupapa - YouTube.


An inspirational local example is found in South Invercargill at South Alive, an Urban Rejuvenation Trust that has a vision for a vibrant and diverse community that takes the lead in its own future. These guys are celebrating 10 years of community in their neighbourhood and have made a video about the last decade here: South Alive is 10 ! 2012 to 2022 - YouTube.

Are you part of a community group and would like to share inspiration from your project - add your story here...

Thank you for sharing your inspiration with us.

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