Photo: Supplied / Multicultural Whangฤrei
Summer is when belonging becomes real for Whangฤrei's migrant community.
About 800 new migrants from more than 45 countries have settled in Whangฤrei this year.
Multi Ethnic Collective Whangฤrei chairman Ralph Correa said summer in Whangฤrei gave new migrants a sense of belonging.
"Many migrants say that summer is the season when Whangฤrei truly feels like 'home'.
"Beaches, parks, outdoor events and barbecues make it easier to meet people and build friendships."
The Multi Ethnic Collective is a group including the police, immigration services, Ministry of Ethnic Affairs, and Whangฤrei District Council-s
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