Community Information
Tūhaitara Coastal Park
Kia ora koutou katoa ngā hoa o Tūhaitara Coastal Park – Hello to all friends of Tūhaitara Coastal Park
Our race to plant thousands of trees, shrubs and grasses before summer has been underway over the recent autumn and spring months. Our recent community planting day in Huria Reserve, Kaiapoi was a great success with five hundred plants getting into the ground. If you came and helped out with your friends and whānau, we and our local birds thank you dearly. If you missed it, don’t worry, we will be having another big planting day in the reserve in autumn of 2025, so make sure to keep an eye on our Friends of Tūhaitara facebook page for updates.
We recently did a check of our plants from the last year to see how well they’re doing. We saw lots of success with planting under cover of other trees whether they be native or exotic. These larger trees act as the adults in the plant community to protect the younger plants from frost in winter and harsh sun in summer by sheltering them from above. Photo 1 shows a happy akiraho tree that was planted within the year and grown
under cover of pine trees with dappled light. Another example can be seen in photo 2 and 3 below where a older kahikatea (photo 2) and totara (photo 3) both did well when planted next to exotic gorse.
In celebration of the valuable mahi (work) done by volunteers in Waimakariri, the Waimakariri District Council will host a community event on Sunday 10 November at Trousellot Park in Kaiapoi. This event will run from 11am-2pm where there will be games, nature activities, music, sausage sizzles and more. Come along and have fun engaging and learning about our environment and biodiversity.
With all this planting going on the team at Tūhaitara Coastal Park are extremely busy right now, so we can’t take calls and might be occupied when you walk past the office, but you’re always welcome to send us a message on Facebook, Instagram or via the form on our website. We will respond to these messages as soon as we can.
We’re looking forward to things getting back to normal in a couple of months, as well as seeing everyone out and about as the weather warms up!
Ka kite anō au i a koutou – I’ll see you again.
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Addictive Eaters Anonymous
Addictive Eaters Anonymous (AEA) is a worldwide Twelve Step fellowship based on Alcoholics Anonymous.
AEA members have found recovery from binge eating, anorexia, bulimia, other forms of addictive eating and compulsive exercise. Through working the Twelve Steps of AEA, members find peace of mind and the ability to live a meaningful and productive life.
Wherever you are, whatever your problem with food, AEA can help.
Rangiora Stroke Club
Rangiora Stroke Club is a support group for those who have survived a stroke, their family and carers.
We meet each Tuesday from 11am–2pm at the Rangiora Cricket Oval in Coldstream Road, Rangiora.
Our programme includes a speech and Communication session from 11am–12pm, a break for lunch (byo lunch, tea or coffee provided) and a physiotherapy session from 1–2pm.
• Mondays: 7.30–8.30pm at the Durham Street Methodist Church, 309 Durham Street North, Christchurch Central City. Car park around back on Chester Street West.
• Wednesdays: 7.30–8.30pm held online. Visit AEAnz.org for details of how to join.
• Fridays: 7.30–8.30pm at St Mark’s Presbyterian Church, 150 Withells Road, Avonhead, Christchurch.
Contact details: Phone: 03 662 9128, Email: contact@aeanz.org or visit the website: AEAinfo.org
We’re here. Free call or text 1737 any time, 24 hours a day. You’ll get to talk to (or text with) a trained counsellor. Our service is completely free.
Are you feeling anxious or just need someone to talk to? Call or text 1737. Are you feeling down or a bit overwhelmed? Call or text 1737. Whatever it is, we’re here. Free call or text 1737 any time.
We meet on the 1st, 2nd and 4th Tuesdays for club sessions and on the 3rd Tuesday we have an outing of some sort.
There is plenty of parking, you can choose which session suits you best or come for the entire time.
If you require any further information contact Alanah 03 313 6166 or Barbara 03 327 2219.
Email: menzshedkaiapoi@yahoo.com
Website: menzshedkaiapoi.weebly.com
Facebook: Kaiapoi Men’s Shed
Access through 7 Dale Street, Kaiapoi
Contacts: Bob 021 111 5534
Doug 021 662 486
Bert 021 145 3393
Our Shed isn’t just a Shed! The members are what makes our Shed so special. Of course we have wood working equipment, an engineering group and the paint shop providing finishing touches.
Fine days, frosty or windy, we have Cuppa Tea Time with a Biscuit! A chance to chat with your neighbour about what is happening in their world.
The “Tight 5” is the group out in the community fixing someone’s door, or a fence or other minor work.
Shed projects have guys working as a team to fabricate items such as seats, picnic tables, wooden toys or repairing items like garden seats. Some work on personal projects.
Plunket
Plunket are excited to announce the start of two new coffee groups for whānau with infants under 1 year old. These groups will run weekly during term time and provide a wonderful opportunity for families to connect and support each other.
The details are as follows:
• Rangiora: Starting on Tuesday 15 October, from 10am to 11am at 8 Albert Street, Rangiora.
• Kaiapoi: Starting on Thursday 17 October, from 10am to 11am at 26 Sewell Street, Kaiapoi. Come and enjoy a cuppa in a warm, relaxed environment, and get to know other families in the local area. We hope to see you there!
CHRISTMAS RAFFLE 2024
Tickets for our annual fundraising raffle, world famous in Rangiora, will be available from 4 November until 5 December.
We have AWESOME prizes including:
Christmas Food Hamper Posh Bathroom Essentials A Box of Local Vouchers Lovely Toiletries Basket And Much More!! from Our office: 209A High Street, Rangiora 03 313 8822
Te Hā - Waitaha Smokefree Support offers free support to anyone in Canterbury. After you or your whānau register, a Quit Coach will contact you to discuss how we can best help. We will work with you to set a quit date and provide ongoing support so you can stay smokefree.
We can tailor a smokefree programme that works for you after an initial conversation. This programme will include face-to-face sessions or follow-up by phone or both.
Telephone: 0800 425 700
Email: smokefree@cdhb.health.nz
Website: tehawaitaha.nz
What can I expect?
• Access FREE Nicotine replacement therapy (patches, gum and lozenges)
• Customised support including incentive programmes
• Information on using medications, withdrawals and setting a quit date
• Use a Smokerlyzer for regular Carbon Monoxide readings
Local Peer Support
November 2024
Cancer Society
43 Church St, Rangiora, 7400
Phone: 0800 22 66 95
Driving Service: 021 913 503
Art for Wellbeing: Held every Monday (except public holidays) 10.00am-12.00pm. Kaiapoi Baptist Church, 67 Fuller Street, Kaiapoi. A wonderful chance to create!
Rangiora Walking & Coffee Group: Held every Tuesday. This group is for patients and carers. Meet outside The Warehouse at 9.30am for a walk around Northbrook Waters and then a coffee (new venue) La Luna 264 High Street, Rangiora at 10 30am for some friendly peer support. Facilitated by Glenda and Linda.
Rangiora Support & Information Group: Held 1st Thursday of the month at 10.00am. Dudley Park, 43 Church Street, Rangiora. Next session Thursday 7th November, we will run another plant swap session for the October meeting, please bring any plants or cuttings to share. Look forward to seeing you there.
Oxford Support Group: Held 3rd Wednesday of each month @ 10.00am. Cafe 51, Main Street, Oxford. Facilitated by Ans and the Oxford Volunteer Cancer Society Support Group. Catch up with volunteers, patients, and carers. All welcome to join for a coffee and chat.
Cheviot Cuppa & Chat Group: Held 2nd Wednesday of each month @ 10.00am - 11:30am. Craft Centre, 15 Seddon Street, Cheviot. Hosted by the Cheviot Volunteer Support group. Patients and carers are welcome. All those on a cancer journey welcome.
Gynae Cancer Peer Support Group: Held every 2nd Monday of a month (except public holidays) at 4.15pm. Address: Hope Trust, 115 East Belt, Rangiora. Facilitated by Catharine. A successful peer support initiative now in its second year.
Making Connections with Cancer Group: Held the last Thursday of each month, at Coffee Culture Rangiora – 113 High Street. Please register to attend by emailing northcanty@southerncancer.org.nz Facilitators: Simone Antoniuk, 44, Living with Stage 4 ALK-POSITIVE Lung Cancer, and Lisa Peacey, 50, living with Neuroendocrine Cancer. We would like to offer support and connection for others living with any type of cancer in North Canterbury.
Aqua Aerobics: Continues at Dudley Pool (12.00pm Thursday session), for those interested please advise your Cancer Navigator prior to participating. $5 per person to be paid to Cancer Society.
Community Drop-In Clinics
Support available locally for all those impacted by cancer to receive support and advice. Drop in during day and time indicated or contact the Cancer Society to make an appointment in the community or in your own home.
Community Drop-In Clinics starting from Monday 11th November 2024
Rangiora Dudley Park Church St, Netball Centre on Monday and Friday 1.00pm – 4.00pm
Kaiapoi venue and times to be confirmed
Amberley Medical Centre 6 Hilton Drive, Amberley every second Friday 10.00am to 12.00noon
Oxford Support Group Café 51, Main Street on the 3rd Wednesday of each month @ 10.00am
A Cancer Society team member will be present to share information and advice
Cheviot Support Group, 15 Sedden Street, Cheviot every 2nd Wednesday of each month 10.00am – 11 30am
A Cancer Society team member will be present to share information and advice
Hurunui / Waikari Amuri Community Health Centre, day and time to be confirmed
Hanmer Springs and Kaikoura home visits and drop-in sessions as required
Fundraising, Events and Activities
Marathon in a Month: Active now, for the future Walk, run, bike, swim, skip... complete a marathon in the month of November, get active, and help cancer patients in your community. It only takes 1.4km each day. By joining the Cancer Society team, your support will ensure that the 74 New Zealanders a day who are diagnosed with cancer will not go through it alone. Sign up today at https://marathoninamonth.org.nz/
Relay for Life North Canterbury 2025: Save the date, Saturday 5th April. The organising committee is set up and they are super excited about bring Relay to Kaiapoi in 2025. Watch this space for more info over the following months or go to https://relayforlife.org.nz/o/2025-north-canterbury-relay
Other Resources and Support
Look Good Feel Better workshops for Woman are available face to face at the Cancer Society, Rangiora. Next workshop in Rangiora Saturday 2nd November. Look Good Feel Better in Cheviot is 27th November at the Cheviot Craft Room, 10:30am -12:30pm. Workshops for Men are available online. To register please book online lgfb.co.nz/programmes
Blue Bros exercise class and peer support for men with a cancer diagnosis. This dedicated group extends a warm welcome to new patients. Held Monday and Friday each week (exc. public holidays) @ 8 15am, Venue: Mainpower Stadium, Coldstream Road, Rangiora. Facilitated by Mischa.
Prostate Foundation support group in Rangiora on 2nd Tuesday of each month at the War Memorial Hall, 1 Albert Street. Contact Dean and Lois on 02102246078 or email rangiora@prostate.org.nz
For more info on services and support for prostate and testicular cancer www.prostate.org.nz
Ostomy NZ Support meet alternative months in Rangiora (1st Tuesday, Artisan Cafe) and CHCH (1st Wednesday, Kidd’s Cakes, Cranford St). For more information contact Brent on 03 313 5744, Diane on 0274164185. Email: ostomycanterbury@gmail.com to learn more about education and support for patients and families.
Breast Cancer Foundation for education, awareness, and support. Contact 0800 902 732 and info@bcf.org.nz
Sweet Louise Support for those with advanced breast cancer. Contact: Ashleigh 0273288003 or go to website sweetlouise.co.nz. Now offering a monthly coffee and support group in Rangiora. Talk Peach Gynaecological Awareness and Education website talkpeach.org.nz
Shocking Pink online and in-person (Christchurch) for women in their 20s and 30s with breast cancer www.shockingpink.org.nz
Lymphoedema Education Sessions (also via Zoom). Held each month from 11 00am - 12.30pm on the 2nd Tuesday of the month in the Chapel, Burwood Hospital. Enter via Gate 3, Mairehau Road. Learn skills for the self-management of lymphoedema. To book phone 033836833 or email physiobd@cdhb.health.nz to register.
Leukaemia and Blood Cancer NZ 0800 15 10 15, 20 Cashel Street, Christchurch. For more information on services check out leukaemia.org.nz
Pinc & Steel Cancer Rehabilitation with a Certified Cancer Rehabilitation Physiotherapist is available through Active Health offering group and individual sessions in Rangiora and Jelly Park. Read more and/or register www.pincandsteel.com or contact susan@activehealth.co.nz.
Canteen support for teenagers with their own cancer experience or a parent or sibling with cancer. For more information go to www.canteen.org.nz
Death Café is a unique opportunity to discuss any aspect of death and dying over a cuppa. Hosted at Waimakariri and Hurunui Libraries and held once a month at various locations in North Canterbury. Contact liza-w@outlook.com to find out more.
Canbead Jewellery workshops with Kirstee from Can Inspire Trust. Please contact Tracey 027 740 9855 to register attendance. All those on a cancer journey welcome.
Update from the North Canterbury Team
A special thank you to the ladies from Good Bitches Baking for their monthly goodies and for supporting our clients. We really appreciate your support! For more information on GBB pop onto their website https://gbb.org.nz/
Protecting your property
If you live outside a city, whether it’s a lifestyle block or a rural area, there are steps you can take to reduce the risk of wildfires for yourself, your property and your livestock or other animals.
Create safety zones
If you have a rural property, creating ‘safety zones’ around your home can slow the spread of fire and give firefighters more space to safely fight a fire.
In zone 1 (10m around your house), mow regularly, water your lawns whenever possible, grow low flammability plants, regularly clean gutters and remove leaves and twigs.
In zone 2 (10-30m around your house), reduce the number of trees, particularly hedges (these often help spread wildfires). Space out remaining trees so they aren’t touching each other. Prune branches up to 2m from the ground and near power lines. Remove fallen branches, leaves and other accumulated debris.
Around your home
The greatest risk to your home is when embers from a wildfire are carried by the wind. Keep roofs and gutters clear of dead leaves, debris and pine needles.
Embers can travel more than 2km from a wildfire. Enclose the space under homes and decks with fire-resistant material and reduce the threat of embers passing through vents in the eaves by installing 3mm metal mesh screening.
Move anything that could burn (mulch, flammable plants, leaves, needles and firewood piles) away from wall exteriors, decks or porches.
Ensure wooden fencing is not attached to the house.
Carrying out regular maintenance to remove dead vegetation, and clear spouting and gutters to help prevent embers from igniting debris. For more safety tips and information go to: checkitsalright.nz/reduce-your-risk/protecting-your-property
Annual Plant Sale
2nd November, 9am-12.30pm
Kaiapoi Farmers Market, Charles St.
Great plants from local gardens.
Help & advice from Members. Bring your bags & containers.
Next General Meeting
Wednesday, 13 November 2024 7.30pm, at Riverside Bowling Club Hinemoa Park, Belcher St., Kaiapoi.
Speaker: Marion Smith - Affordable Gardening
Toot for Tucker Food Bank Appeal
Tuesday 3rd
December 2024
Rangiora | Oxford | Pegasus | Woodend | Amberley
Ravenswood | Kaiapoi | Leithfield | Waipara
Be creative with your giving, perhaps some Christmas treats or small gifts.
Listen for the Toots from 6-7pm
Please supply your own bags for collection
CELEBRATE RECOVERY GRACE VINEYARD
NORTH CANTERBURY
Every Thursday Night 6pm Combined Dinner 7pm Meeting
Salvation Army Church 12 Ashley Street, Rangiora
Celebrate Recovery is for anyone struggling with hurt, hang-ups, and habits of any kind.
To The Lounge 4.30 - 6pm every Sun during the months of Nov and Dec
12 Ashley St, Rangiora
BBQ provided games for everyone All welcome
Rangiora
Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Canterbury would like to give a BIG shout out to the Aotearoa Gaming Trust for their unwavering support of Big Brothers Big Sisters.
For many years, the Trust has provided crucial funding enabling our Mentoring Coordinators to create life-changing friendships - just like Vinnie (Little) and Brendan (Big) pictured below. The boys can't wait to get outside, look for lizards and explore nature on their weekly mentoring sessions!
We are incredibly grateful to be one of the beneficiaries of the Trust's socially responsible gaming operation and together, we are making a positive and lasting impact on the lives of vulnerable rangatahi, providing them the guidance and support they need to thrive.
Proudly Supported By
“Let’s Talk About….”
“Money is only a tool. It will take you wherever you wish, but it will not replace you as the driver.”
We run group chat sessions where we all talk about money and money-related subjects.
During these casual, one-hour coffee morning type discussions we explore our relationship with money.
There are nine topics which cover:
• Money
• Savings
• Debt
• Setting Goals
• Needs vs Wants
• Borrowing Sensibly
• Keeping Track of Your Money
• What’s out there?
• Paying it Forward.
Maybe we “hate” money because we feel that we have lost control - our money controls us.
How do we regain control?
Do you need a roadmap to transform your relationship with money?
You might be in a good headspace with “money” but would like to exchange ideas with others.
Services & Programmes
War Memorial Hall
1 Albert Street, Rangiora 7400
PO Box 351, Rangiora 7440
Phone: 03 313 3505
Email: servicemanager@bsnc.org.nz
Website: bsnc.org.nz
The Rangiora Salvation Army will be hosting a group in February 2025.
Register your interest with Leanne.
No booking is required, and you can dip in and out.
You don’t have to complete all nine sessions.
Come on your own or bring a friend.
OR perhaps you’d like to organise and host a coffee morning at our place.
Invite your friends.
We’ll facilitate, at no cost.
Please contact Sharon Grant and she’ll register your interest for the next round of group sessions.
All our services are free and confidential.
Take the first step now and contact our Service Manager, Sharon Grant, on 03 313 3505.
“Too many people spend money they haven’t earned, to buy things they don’t want, to impress people they don’t like.”
– Will Smith
Hours
Our office is open from 9am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday.
CAB North Canterbury is a critical community hub, connecting you with the information you need.
All our services are free and confidential, and no issue is too big or too small. You can talk to us about anything that’s concerning you and there’s no time limit on how long you can spend with one of our interviewers. We’re available face-to-face, by phone and by email.
We can help with anything from consumer problems to tenancy/flatting, family issues, employment, health, budgeting, benefits, problems with your neighbours, and more.
We offer additional services for clients including:
• free Justice of the Peace service (please check for days/times)
• free clinics covering support around Benefits, Budgeting, Employment, Immigration, Legal and Legal Information (please check for days/times)
• free CV preparation and cover letter service (by appointment only)
• free booking service for health transport within Rangiora and to and from Christchurch for over-65-year-olds and those with a disability
• help with online forms and applications
Language Support
Citizens Advice has an internal Language Support service which means that CAB volunteers can check to see when other volunteers across the country are available to assist clients with the CAB service in another language. Currently, we can support more than 30 different languages using this service.
General Support
If you or someone you know needs information, advice or support, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us. We’re here to help.
You’ll find us at 209 High Street, Rangiora, or you can phone us on 03 313 8822 or 0800 367 222, or send us an email northcanterbury@cab.org.nz
WAIMAKARIRI EVENTS
1 – 30 THE NORTH COURSE
Experience a month full of North Canterbury flavour as you taste and rate the most delectable dishes the region has to offer. Participating eateries will be working with local producers to showcase a signature dish using local ingredients. Vote for your favourite and go in the draw to win a luxury North Canterbury experience.
For a full list of Waimakariri eateries head to www.thenorthcourse.co.nz
1 COMEDY HYPNOSIS SHOW
7pm – 8.30pm, Rangiora RSA Club, 82 Victoria Street
Take part in a night of laughter and mind-bending fun at the Rangiora RSA Club. Watch as talented hypnotist, Haming Jiang takes volunteers from the audience and puts them in hilarious situations. You won’t believe your eyes!
Tickets from $49.73 www.eventbrite.co.nz
3 ASHLEY FOREST COLOUR RUN & WALK
10.30am – 12.30pm, Ashley Forest, Barron Avenue
Don a white t-shirt and walk or run this 2km loop filled with colour stations along the way! Taking part with your family is a great way to support the Ashley Rakahuri Primary School PTA annual fundraiser in its fifth year.
$15 pp, under-fives are free www.eventbrite.co.nz
3 LE PETITE MARKET DAY
10am – 4pm, The Rusty Acre, 1 Roscrea Place, Mandeville
Attend this one-of-a-kind market located in a beautiful garden setting and find yourself a treasure or two. There’ll be an array of discounted new and vintage items for sale as well as boutique coffee to keep you fuelled and garden tours on offer for $15 pp.
3 THE VINTAGE FAIR NORTH CANTERBURY
11am – 3pm, Rangiora Racecourse, 312 Lehmans Road
Step into a world of nostalgia and charm at this enchanting vintage fair and take a delightful journey back in time, where treasures from yesteryears come alive.
Free
6 DAN COSTA JAZZ QUARTET
7.30pm – 9pm, Chamber Gallery, Rangiora Library
Experience an exciting night out in Rangiora listening to an all-star band of New Zealand musicians showcasing Dan Costa’s original compositions and Latin influenced jazz piano style.
Tickets $35 Adult, $15 Student www.eventfinda.co.nz
15 BROADOAK GARDENS OPEN DAY
10am – 4pm, 232 Jacksons Road, Ohoka
Spend the day exploring Broadoak Gardens, a 5-star garden of National Significance and a true ‘hidden gem’ in North Canterbury. Featuring a 2-acre garden, unique outdoor rooms, water features, a wide range of plantings and a beautiful Victorian style greenhouse.
15 OHOKA FARMERS MARKET SHOW DAY MARKET
17 OXFORD’S BIG FAMILY FUN DAY OUT!
10am – 3pm, Oxford A&P Showgrounds
Journey to the countryside as a family and experience Wonky Bikes, NZ’s longest bouncy castle, an animal farmyard, food stalls and more!
Entry at the gate. Adults $10, Children free ($5 Activity Band)
MARKETS
KAIAPOI SATURDAY MARKET
Morgan Williams Reserve, Charles St, Kaiapoi. Every Saturday, 9am–12.30pm.
OHOKA FARMERS MARKET
Ohoka Domain, Mill Road, Ohoka. Every Friday, 9am-12pm.
OXFORD FARMERS MARKET
Main St, Oxford. Every Sunday, 9am–12pm.
OXFORD CRAFT MARKET
5pm – 8pm, Victoria Park, Rangiora
Feel the Christmas spirit and celebrate with friends and family at this festive event brought to you by Rangiora Promotions.
22 RANGIORA CHRISTMAS FAIR Free
22 DOUBLE DELIGHT – THE RELICS AND THE MULE
7.30pm – 10pm, Pines Kairaki Community Hall
Get your groove on whilst listening to talented musicians from ‘The Relics’ and ‘The Mule’ as they play a mix of blues, funk, soul and rock. Secure your early bird tickets from the Kaiapoi isite Visitor Centre (143 Williams St, Kaiapoi) or text Nigel on 027 404 7712 to save your spot.
$30 pp
23 SILVERSTREAM GARAGE SALE TRAIL
7.30pm – 10pm, Pines Kairaki Community Hall
Free Find yourself a bargain at one of the various garage sales happening all around Silverstream. It’s the perfect opportunity to find unique Christmas presents for your friends and family. Don’t forget your reusable bags and cash.
Oxford Town Hall, Oxford. First Sunday of each month, 10am-2pm.
RANGIORA CHURCH
STREET MARKET
St John’s Anglican Church Grounds & Hall, Cnr of Church and High Streets, Rangiora. First Saturday of each month, 9.30am-1pm.
THE DELICIOUS MARKET
179 Lehmans Road, Rangiora, Mon-Fri 8am – 4pm
NORTH CANTERBURY
CREATIVE MARKET
Check website for dates and locations.
ART EXHIBITIONS
ART ON THE QUAY
“A Walk Down Memory Lane. Plein Air Painter Simon Kramer” 24 October – 27 November
Kaiapoi Library, 176 Williams Street, Kaiapoi
CHAMBER GALLERY
“Vibrant Quilts, Sue Newick and Lynn Stringer” 3 November – 5 December Rangiora Library, 141 Percival Street, Rangiora
OXFORD GALLERY
“Pop-Up Studio At Oxford Gallery” 17 October – 24 November
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Free 9am – 12.30pm, Ohoka Domain
Celebrate the beginning of the summer markets with this hugely popular Canterbury Show Day market.
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Rangiora Museum
Join us for what should prove to be a special presentation at the Rangiora Museum, 29 Good Street, on Thursday 28 November. It is a film titled “100 Years of Farming in Coldstream.”
For the past 100 years, successive generations of four families have lived and farmed in Coldstream. This video tells the story of how, through sheer hard work and perseverance, they have transformed this district from virgin swamp into highly productive dairy farming land. As well as these four families, neighbouring farms and their owners are featured.
It is an interesting and at times amusing record of local history, one hour six minutes long. This will be a popular meeting, at 7.30pm.
The project has been partially funded by Creative Communities, Waimakariri, and orders will be taken for copies on the night. Free, and all welcome, although donations appreciated from non-members of the Rangiora Early Records Society. Supper served with the popular community chat.
The Museum is open Wednesdays and Sundays from 1pm to 4.30pm.
DOUBLE BASS Carl
Huge thanks to everyone who made our FUNDAY and Adventure Race in Kaiapoi such a successful event…it was a magic day celebrating Youth in our community….
Our next and final event for the year will be a MONSTER GARAGE SAL E …AND look out for us out and about selling our raffle tickets. Some wonderful donated items to support our fundraising throughout November.
Stop by, say Hi and we’ll fill you in on what YDOT does in our region…we love to shout about it!
Volunteer Opportunities
Thinking of volunteering in our community, then look for an opportunity that will help you give as much as you will get back from the experience.
The Emergency Support Team (EST) is a group of dedicated locals that assist with the setting up and running of the local Civil Defence Centres, but also conduct welfare outreach programmes, assist with cordoning tasks, reconnaissance, opening community emergency hubs, and much more when the district’s needs are highest. The EST trains a minimum of once per month with additional exercises and community events throughout the year. The EST welcome newcomers to the team throughout the year.
We also have our own New Zealand Rescue Team (NZRT-12) based in the district that deals with technical rescues from buildings and in flood situations, vertical rescue, and flood protection activities.
The NZRT-12 team trains weekly (Wednesday evenings) throughout the year with additional exercises and community activities throughout the year.
NZRT-12 have a set recruitment period at the beginning of each year (FebruaryMarch) when they accept new members.
The type of training the two teams do are quite different but there is one thing in common – leadership and communication. These skills that are key to success when these teams are activated. Which is true in both the emergency response world and in everyday life – a skill that you can develop to enhance your everyday.
Among other topics the teams also do first aid training which can definitely help both your community and family.
To find our more please contact me (details below) or check out the website waimakariri.govt.nz/services/ emergencies-and-recovery/get-involved
Dean Eades
Emergency Management Advisor
Dean.eades@wmk.govt.nz
Mobile: 027 216 5704
