It takes a village

<p>On the site of an old school south of Ōtaki, Makahuri is becoming a village of homes, gardens, chickens, cows and neighbours who look out for one another. Sally Round visits a co-housing community discovering village life takes plenty of work, compromise and conversation.

</p><p>You can find photos and read more about the stories in this episode on our webpage, <a href="https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/country/2254389/country-life-makahuri-from-former-boarding-school-to-village">here</a>.</p><p>With thanks to:</p><ul><li>Drew Mackenzie</li></ul><p><a href="https://www.rnz.co.nz/podcast/countrylife?share=6778ca08-e8f0-4c41-9826-2db365534ae0">Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details</a></p>