A grassroots group in Upper Hutt focussed on re-connecting its community after Covid has won a special award recognising great 'placemaking'.
The Womble Inn was established in April by two women who lead the group Food 4 Though - it's a place where the kettle is always on and locals can drop in, connect, share knowledge and get involved in helping the community.
It's won a council-supported Kumara Award from Placemaking Aotearoa for people who make places better.
Tracey Blunn is one of the women behind the initiative, she talks to Jesse.
Karen Clifford (L) and Tracy Blunn (R) who run Upper Hutt's community space The Womble Inn Photo: dianna thomson
