Te Puke Comes Together for Sirens and Services Day

Today, Te Puke was buzzing as Sirens and Services Koha Ice Cream Day lit up the Te Puke War Memorial Hall. Sirens, Mr Whippy chimes, and a crowd of locals — a day for safety, connection, and generosity.

A day of action and generosity

First responders shared skills and stories on site: Fire and Emergency NZ, Police, St John, Maketu Coastguard, CPNZ Te Puke, and LandSAR (including their search and rescue dog). Safety tips, Q&A, and a chance to explore vehicles and equipment up close.

Thank you to everyone who brought a food item for The Hub Te Puke — your koha will support local whānau.

Sweet treats and strong networks

Thanks to Trevelyan’s Pack and Cool Ltd for sponsoring Mr Whippy ice creams, and Kiwi Fresh Meats for the sausages — the perfect warm bite on a winter day.

A milestone too for Colleen Pye, Te Puke Neighbourhood Support area coordinator — thank you for hosting your first event with such success and for building local networks for safety and support.

Vector Group Charitable Trust was on hand through Te Puke Digital, capturing smiles and learning moments on photo and video so the impact of days like this can be shared widely.

Building a stronger, safer Te Puke

Sirens and Services reinforced a simple message: community safety is a shared responsibility. When residents and the services that protect us come together, we strengthen the bonds that make Te Puke special — knowing neighbours, understanding local risks, and meeting the people here to help.

Another triumph for Rebecca Larsen and the Western Bay of Plenty Neighbourhood Support team — backbone work for a vibrant, connected community.

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