A Volunteer Community Aid Project with UnitingWorld, Australia.

Friday, July 8, 2011

Independence Day Week Long Celebrations

The 12th July is Independence Day so we have a week off work and lots of celebrations in town.
First there were traditional dance competitions in Bairiki on Saturday

Monday was Gospel Day, an ecumenical day held at the Catholic Cathedral, with a service, morning tea, huge feast, traditional dance, choirs, and then speeches.

Picture of the inside the cathedral during the children's action song with Leaders guiding them.




Outside the church waiting with friends to go to the maneaba for the rest of the days programme.




My current work involves preparation for workshops, arranging health clinics and village talks continue.
I am currently looking at ways we can get some tooth brushes and paste to give away when I talk to parents about children's teeth.


The photo below is one taken at the Parliament House Restaurant where the monthly "Book Club" is held. We all swap novels and have a nice buffet lunch, including lobster, a lot of laughter and good food.


 I am truly blessed to be in this beautiful country with such friendly and hospitable people to work with..

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