Card makes a connection

THE City of Casey has encouraged residents to join in celebrating the 33rd annual World Hello Day on Monday, 21 November by simply saying ‘hello’ to a new neighbour or to as many people as they like.
The council’s chief executive officer Mike Tyler said the day celebrates the simple message of ‘hello’ which can break down barriers, encourage greater connections and help make new residents across the city feel welcome.
“The City of Casey is one of the fastest growing municipalities in the country and encouraging residents in building strong communities is an important element in making Casey such a great place to live.
“Why not celebrate the day by simply saying ‘hello’ to someone you haven’t had the chance to speak to before?
“Or send a free Hello card to a neighbour you would like to meet or to welcome someone new to the neighbourhood,” Mr Tyler said.
The City of Casey has a limited number of free Hello cards printed as part of the World Hello Day initiative.
The cards have the word ‘hello’ translated in various global languages to reflect Casey’s culturally diverse community.
Hello postcards are available from Casey Customer Service Centres and various other locations, including libraries, Neighbourhood Houses and Community Learning Centres.
A World Hello Day display will be at the City of Casey’s Civic Centre from 15 November to 26 November to acknowledge and celebrate this special day.
World Hello Day started in 1973 following the end of a conflict between Egypt and Israel.
Since then World Hello Day has been used as a day of opportunity for people around the world to promote world peace and it is now celebrated in 180 countries.
For more details on World Hello Day contact City of Casey’s community development officer Olivia Rowe on 9705 5200.