"You’ve got to stay busy to stay sharp," the 93-year-old great-grandmother of (almost) eight said.
Mrs Latta walks — and drives — the talk, shuttling elderly neighbours and many friends to errands, events and clubs, including Women’s Institute, Owaka Rugby Club, the Horticultural Society, Town & Country and RSA.
"I’m a mother of five and I was a farmer’s wife — always hosting and organising things ... There’s no point trying to imagine what it might be like if I couldn’t do it any more."
Surprised at her nomination and praising Silver Fern Farms for their encouragement, she had advice for getting involved with community spirit:
"You’ve got to take the initiative — they won’t come to you. But if you approach them with your best foot forward, you’ll find people and organisations very welcoming and grateful."
Keep your nomination’s names, numbers and reasons why they are our Local Legends coming to: nick.brook@cluthaleader.co.nz
