Traditionally considered the most wonderful time of the year, the festive season can also be a challenging time, says Punanga Tauturu Inc coordinator Rebeka Buchanan.

“E mama ma, papa ma, e manako tauturu no tatou katoatoa i teia tuatau tamataora. 

“Kia paunu rae kotou, te mataora no ou rae, e te akanoonoo ete akateatea mamaoa i ta tatou tamariki katoatoa, kia kore rae ratou e o ki roto i tetai uatu manata.”

“Keeping a balance, spreading the joy of the season, but also being sensitive to your children’s needs, wellbeing and safety,” is Buchanan’s message.

“Akateatea mamao ia te anau, kia matakite rae, akakite mai tei ea ratou, koai to ratou au taeake i teia tuatou, e kia ta niuniu mai ia koe, me kore answer ia ta ratou phone me ringi atu kotou.

“Kia tanotano ua ta tatou kaikava. Ko teia oki te taime ka o pu ua tatou ki rito i te au timataanga, te manata ta vaine, ta tamariki, kanga tamariki, ete vai atura.

“Be mindful, don’t over indulge in alcohol consumption, as we know it will often result in many negative consequences.”

“E tuatua akamaroiroi teia. Komakoma ki toou family now, kia kite te katoatoa, eaa ta ratou ka inangaro ia ite rave note paruru anga ia ratou anake, kia vai mataora te kainga tangata.”

On behalf of Punanga Tauturu Inc’s president, executive committee, staff, volunteers, members, Buchanan wished everyone Merry Christmas and a safe and prosperous New Year.