2023 CENSUS

Stats NZ are doing some things di erently for the 2023 Census, including having more Census collectors and assistance for people who want help filling out their forms. You will have more choice about how you take part too and you will be able to fill out forms either online or on paper, and there will also be more alternate formats to supportdisabledpeople. Stats NZ will start delivering instructions from February 2023, about the 2023 Census to every placewherepeopleliveorstay.

To find out more about the find out more about 2023 Census visit: Census www.census.govt.nz www.census.govt.nz

Selwyn residents who want to make a positive di erence in their community during an emergency can find out more at an information evening on Monday, February 13th, at Rolleston.

The Selwyn Emergency Support Team (SEST) is a group of community volunteers of di erent backgrounds and skills, with a common commitment to supporting local communities when emergencies happen. The Team is part of the Selwyn Civil Defence Response and is managed by the Council Emergency Management Team.

Deputy Team Leader Angie Angie Milner Milner Milner said, “SEST is looking for adults of all ages and backgrounds.

“The most important things are that you are a people personand canstaycalmunderpressure.We provide all training, so you don’t need previous experience. If you think you’d like to be a part of the SEST, this information eveningisforyou.

SEST has been running for almost five years and has been deployed to a variety of emergencies. This included opening a Civil Defence Centre during recent flood events