Te Whāriki, a new subdivision situated at Lincoln, is home to a newly-developed memorial garden for the late Cath Brown. Following many years of planning and almost five years to the day since the idea of a garden was first identified, members of Cath’s whānau (including her great-nieces Rachel and Biddy Robilliard), met with rūnanga members (including kaumātua), Dyanna Jolly, and Cath’s friends for a day’s planting.

Thanks to Manaaki Whenua for the wonderfully healthy plants that were supplied, and to Sue Scheele for her korero as to why each plant was selected.

Whānau gather for the Te Whāriki planting day.

Whānau gather for the Te Whāriki planting day.

Left to Right: Rachel Robilliard, Liz Brown, Biddy Robilliard and Julie Robilliard.

Left to Right: Rachel Robilliard, Liz Brown, Biddy Robilliard and Julie Robilliard.

Hirini Matunga and Les Wanhalla (with spade) planting.

Hirini Matunga and Les Wanhalla (with spade) planting.