After the catastrophe of Cyclone Gabrielle in February 2023, RRT hosted four Farmers Community Connect (FCC) events in the Hawke’s Bay region. These events were aimed at assisting farmers with fencing repairs; posts, battens, wire, permanent strainers, staples, and crimps made up the package of materials that each registered farmer received.

Also available at the events were local support services including mental wellbeing, rural financial counselling, and veterinary support. Farmers enjoyed RRT’s signature burger and barista coffee while connecting with their local community.