This December, the Huntly community will come together in the spirit of aroha for the first-ever Community Christmas Dinner, hosted by Manaaki Tangata Trust 3700.
The free dinner will be held on Tuesday 2nd December, with doors opening at 4:00 pm for the Kiddies Korner (children must be accompanied by an adult).
Dinner will be served from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Hall, Riverview Road (ramp entrance only).
The evening will be filled with good kai, laughter, connection, and festive cheer for all ages.
The kaupapa behind this event is simple — no one misses out on that festive feeling.
Chairperson Serena Lisa Neho says,
“This is about bringing our community together as one — sharing a meal, making memories, and making sure everyone walks away with a smile.”
The Christmas Dinner forms part of Manaaki Tangata Trust 3700’s wider mission to uplift local whānau through three key services:
Monthly Community Dinners
24/7 Emergency Food Hub (launching early 2026)
Mobile Pantry Service
These initiatives all share one purpose — to stand with the community, not over it, and to ensure that every household has access to food, connection, and dignity.
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Let’s make this a Christmas to remember — full of warmth, laughter, and Huntly pride.
He pērā tonu — nā reira he tūturu.
It is what it is — that’s why it’s real.
