The Times is recognising the many wonderful people in our local east Auckland community who go out of their way to help others with our regular Community Hero award.
If you know someone who’s doing amazing things in our community please email some information about them including their name, contact details if known, and a photo of them if possible, to chrish@times.co.nz.
The award is sponsored by New World Howick and recipients will receive a $50 New World gift card and will be featured in our new digital publication and on our website.
Pictured are the first winners of the Community Hero award, the generous husband and wife Sai and Chanthy Tang, who run the Bake Town Café at the shops on Botany Road opposite Howick Intermediate School.
They were nominated by Ludene Lefevre, who sent us the following message about the couple:
“I would like to put forward this lovely little bakery and cafe for the Community Hero award.
“As I was waiting in the car park today, I witnessed this very generous man take out a wide selection of freshly-made sandwiches and rolls for the students passing by just on 3pm today.
“There were dozens of students passing by and choosing what they would like at no cost.
“I posted this onto the East Auckland Grapevine Facebook page and to my astonishment parents were commenting how this is an ongoing occurrence and how their children often enjoy their afterschool snacks from them.
“I am overwhelmed by their incredible act of generosity and love for our community.
“The gentleman in the photos gave his permission for me to take the photo and to post on Facebook, however a lovely lady suggested I forward this to you as they certainly meet the criteria.
“I wish them all the best and I hope they get the acknowledgement they deserve.
“It was so refreshing to see such a kind selfless act. It’s not something we get to see very often anymore.
“Thanking you kindly, Ludene Lefevre.”
