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URL: http://www.greatershepparton.com.au/news/22887.html
Please note: this is an archived news article release.
This article was published on 21 March 2011. The information contained within may be out of date or inaccurate. News articles and media releases older than 60 days are archived for future reference.
Get In Touch With Your Neighbours
News article released on Monday 21 March 2011
Greater Shepparton City Council is encouraging residents to say hello to their neighbours, on Neighbour Day, Sunday, 27 March 2011.
Greater Shepparton Deputy Mayor Michael Polan said Neighbour Day is an annual celebration of community."It is important we get out and meet our neighbours, as you never know when you may need their help, even if you just need to borrow a cup of sugar," Cr Polan said.
"Our lifestyles have become increasingly busy and we often don't know the people living around us.
"Organise a neighbourhood bbq, or invite your neighbour over for a cup of tea and a chat, it's easy!"
Neighbour Day was founded in 2003 around five basic principles
1. Strengthen communities and build better relationships with the people who live around us
2. Create safer, healthier and more vibrant suburbs and towns
3. Promote tolerance, respect and understanding
4. Break down community barriers
5. Protect the elderly, the vulnerable and the disadvantaged.
For more information on Neighbour Day, or on how Council can assist you to organise a Neighbour Day event, visit Council's website www.greatershepparton.com.au or contact Council's Culture and Community Strengthening Branch on (03) 5832 9700.
- Released 21 March