Ōroua Women’s Institute president Avril Smart, right, and vice president Robin Coleman are looking forward to celebrating the New Zealand Federation Of Women's Institutes’ centenary. Groups across the country are this month celebrating the centenary of the New Zealand Federation Of Women's Institutes and the Ōroua Women's Institute in Feilding is taking part. The Ōroua group will be planting a Kōwhai tree at Kōwhai Park and holding a high tea on Sunday, February 21, the anniversary of the day the national body held its first meeting. READ MORE:* Eighty years of community service for Ōroua Women's Institute* Four unsung heroes recognised at Manawatū community honours awards* Women's Institute fights back with young(er) bloodThe national body is holding a weekend of celebrations in Napier from Friday to Sunday. Passing on skills was another part of the organisation, with speakers from all walks of life helping group members.

Source: Stuff February 09, 2021 03:11 UTC