“I’m pleased I’ve done it. I wasn’t worried about it [the vaccination] ... I’m probably more excited about having it done here and having it done with my whānau ... to me that’s important,” Powick said. “It’s really critical that we get good information around our health, and that we take responsibility personally and collectively for our health practices.” SCOTT HAMMOND/STUFF Waikawa Marae members, from left, George Aldridge Rita Powick, and Ngaro Moana Aldridge have a cup of tea after receiving their first dose of the Covid vaccine. The special clinic was a collaboration between Te Piki Oranga, Nelson Marlborough Health, the Marlborough Primary Health Organisation and Waikawa Marae.