Chatter March 2023

Harvest Volunteers and surplus produce needed

March 2023

Dance for the Differently-abled

YDOT Courses inside!

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Gorge - up river

Greetings from the Editor

Kia ora koutou

I’m stepping in to write the editorial for Tessa this month. She is on standby to travel to the Far North to assist with Civil Defence Welfare operations.

Several of our council staff who are experienced in emergency operations centre roles have also headed north to assist. It is great that the skills and experience gained from local emergency events (and there have been quite a few!) can be called on to help the communities around the North Island that have been so drastically affected by the cyclone. Some of us have stayed here too, just in case!

March signals the start of Autumn, and it is also the time of year when many of our community projects accelerate back into action.

I am pleased to say the Volunteer Expos are back again in Kaiapoi, Pegasus and Rangiora. These are an ideal opportunity for potential volunteers to chat to local groups and organisations. If your group would like to attract more volunteers and be involved in the Expos, please contact me at wendy.howe@wmk.govt.nz

The Mayor’s Taskforce for Jobs is a nationwide rural programme with the aim to support those who are disadvantaged in the labour market into sustainable

employment. We are delighted that the Waimakariri district has been accepted for a six month pilot programme. The new coordinator, Elizabeth Trevathan, will be joining the Community Team in mid-March. I’m sure there will be a profile on Elizabeth in the next Chatter edition.

Next Steps website is launching later this month. This site will be a significant asset in enabling people to access the help they need. There will be lots of promotion of this site coming soon.

Also happening this month is a poster competition for children and young people to promote cultural inclusion and understanding, more details on page 46. There is so much useful information from many varied community organisations in this month’s edition. I hope you can relax for a few minutes to read it through.

Bye-bye Summer, hello Autumn.

Ka Kite

Return Taxi Service to Rangiora from Christchurch Hospital

There have been a number of people asking about the entitlements of North Canterbury residents regarding hospital discharge and taxi services. Historically, the CDHB agreed to provide return taxi transport in line with the below agreement to Rangiora residents in certain situations. This was in response to the removal of the local after hours service, in ~ 2018.

This arrangement still stands. However many hospital staff do not seem to be aware of this, and the patient needs to request this service. It may help if you snip or print this text below and put it in your wallet, or the wallet of your family to use in these situations.

16 September 2022 Update

When the GPs pulled out of providing an afterhours health service for the Rangiora population an agreement was reached whereby any patient who was instructed by the telephone service or St John to go to 24 hour surgery or ED was eligible to be transported back to Rangiora by taxi at the cost of planning and funding.

Order the usual Gold Band taxi and charge it to cost code 988. If a patient self-presents to ED then they are not eligible for this service.

If you have questions about this –contact martin.pugh@wmk.govt.nz

Expressions of Interest!

Are you interested in helping organise a community Christmas dinner in Rangiora for Christmas Day 2023?

If you would like to be involved in planning and organising this day we would love to hear from you – contact Grant Harris on grant.harris148@gmail.com or phone 021 534 683.

Rivertown Options, a preloved clothing store as part of the Person to Person Help Trust, is in need of a volunteer to take on a 12.30pm to 2.30pm shift on a Tuesday as a sole charge position. Enquiries to Audrey Dragovich Ph 022 308 1618. Also looking for on call volunteers.

U3A North Canterbury

U3A North Canterbury is looking forward to Tuesday 28 March 2023, their third meeting for the year. Professor Peter Deardon from Genetics Aotearoa will talk about Gene Editing, Genetic Engineering and Breakthroughs in DNA technology. This is a topic very relevant for today’s society as we look at the wide range of issues we are dealing with. The meeting will be held in the Rangiora Baptist Church Auditorium at 10am.

Membership of the club is open to those over 55 years old. It enables people to

attend a monthly address on a range of topics, plus participate in the activities of a range of special interest groups such as History, Environment, Current Affairs, Art Appreciation, Books, Poetry, Singing for Health, Significant Films of the 20th Century, Epicurean et al.

If you would like more information about U3A please contact: Bob Gumbrell (03 312 8933) or John Edwards (03 313 7372).

Tēnā koutou katoa

World Wetlands Day was celebrated on 2 February to raise global awareness about the importance of wetlands for a healthy planet, how they function as a bond between land and water and significance for Māori. Wetlands enhance water quality through sediment filtration, nutrient cycling, native biodiversity enhancement, erosion control and hydrological buffering. Wetlands reduce the severity of flooding events by absorbing stormwater like a sponge, and holding onto it for forests and wetland plants to absorb slowly over time. Did you know that before colonisation, Auckland was largely made up of these systems? Concrete from cities and roads creates a surface that water cannot penetrate. This means that instead of this water being absorbed and released slowly, it runs off and accumulates quickly on the surface, resulting in dangerous levels of flooding as we have seen recently.

As a part of Te Kōhaka o Tūhaitara Trust’s 200-year plan, we aim to restore and rehabilitate indigenous coastal ecosystem’s diverse habitats, flora and fauna including coastal wetlands. Since European

settlement, 90% of New Zealand wetlands, which once covered 10% of New Zealand's land mass, have been lost.

A young shag was found by our rangers recently. The Department of Conservation advised that as the bird was uninjured but at risk of predation by dogs, we should place the bird back into a nearby tree for the parents to find and care for.

Our summer trainee ranger Rose has returned to Nelson to finish her coursework. Mikaela and Zeta will be returning to study to finish off their degrees in environmental science, and Emily will be starting her master’s in biology.

Compass FM is kindly supporting us with an interview notifying the public about our Open Day coming up on Saturday 4 March. Local announcers will talk about our event on the air between 6pm and 6am in the weeks leading up. Bring your whānau and have a blast with educational stalls, bouncy castles, face painting and much more.

If you would like to get involved, keep an eye out for upcoming planting days in future newsletters and via our Facebook page Friends of Tūhaitara Coastal Park.

Pegasus Parkrun

If only there was a free weekly event in our district that allowed walkers, joggers, and runners to do a timed 5K event… Well – there is!

Pegasus Parkrun is the only free, timed 5K event in the Waimakariri District and has been running in Pegasus Town every Saturday morning since June 2016! Over 22,000 finishes have happened since then, and it’s getting more popular!

It’s not a race, it’s fun and social! We have approximately 80 parkrunners at Pegasus each week. You don’t have to interact with anyone if you don’t want to – but it’s a great place to meet like-minded people from all walks of life.

So, what is parkrun?

Parkruns are free, non-competitive, social 5K events where you can walk, jog, or run at your own pace. It’s for everyone - no matter your age, background, experience level, fitness level or gender. Parkrun is positive, welcoming, and inclusive, there is no time limit, and no one finishes last. You don’t have to be fit, experienced or fast. Everyone is welcome to come along.

How do I join in?

We’d love for you to try a parkrun event! Parkrun is free and you only need to register once whether walking, jogging, running, volunteering, or a combination. Visit parkrun.co.nz to get a barcode which can be used at any of the 2,000 parkruns in 22 countries across six continents!

We scan your barcode at parkrun and afterwards you will receive an email with

your results. It’s very motivating to track your progress over time.

Where is Pegasus parkrun?

Pegasus parkrun starts and finishes at Motu Quay in Pegasus Town by the swing bridge on Lake Pegasus. Parkruns are 5K. The summer course consists of two laps around picturesque Lake Pegasus, the winter alternate course is out and back along the lakeside. Both courses are tar sealed and are adequate for strollers and wheelchairs.

When is it?

Parkrun happens every Saturday, rain, frost, or shine. The first timer welcome is at 7.50am, the run briefing is at 7.55am and the parkrun starts promptly at 8am.

Can I volunteer?

Pegasus parkrun is organised by volunteers for the benefit of everyone. Each week we gather a group of generous volunteers who make the event happen. We have a role for everyone, from marshal to report writer. Check out or website for more information!

Finding out more…

Search for ‘Pegasus parkrun’ on Facebook or Insta to view photos from each event or visit our website at parkrun.co.nz/pegasus to sign up or learn more.

What’s happening in North Canterbury March and April 2023

Please contact us on 0800 226 695 to register or find out more about the activities listed below, or pop into the office at 143 Percival Street, Rangiora.

Therapeutic

Art group

Every Monday 10am-12pm

This weekly group is facilitated by Lynette. Held at Kaiapoi Baptist Church, 67 Fuller Street, Kaiapoi. Park on site. The rooms are located at the end of the drive. All patients and their carers welcome. Catering from absolute beginners to advanced painting skill. Learn new techniques and enjoy the opportunity to hear guest speakers share their skill.

Rangiora Walking and Coffee Group

Every Tuesday 9.30am

This group is facilitated by Glenda and Chris, and is open to all patients and carers. Meet outside The Warehouse at 9.30am for a walk around Northbrook Waters and then

to Station Cafe at 10.30am to purchase your coffee.

Oxford Support Group

Third Wednesday of the month at 10am

At Café 51, Main Street, Oxford. Facilitated by Ans from the Oxford Cancer Society Volunteer Support Group. All patients and carers most welcome.

Cheviot Support Group

For patients and carers starting in April. Details to follow.

Kaikōura Women’s Cancer Support Group

Every Tuesday 10.30am

Facilitated by Belinda (Blou) Rickerby, Community Support Group Worker, Kaikōura Health Centre. Please contact Blou on 027 562 0811 to register.

Canmove Exercise Programme

Weekly classes start Monday 24 April, 1pm North Canterbury Sport & Recreation Trust

We are excited to be trialling a 5-week education and gentle exercise programme developed by the Cancer Society and YWCA (Wellington) for people who would like to learn more about living well with cancer. If you have not already registered, please do so on 0800 226 695.

Free Tai Chi Class

9 March, 1pm, Scout Den, 30 Church Street

Rose Guy, experienced Tai Chi tutor, is offering a free introductory Tai Chi class for beginners. Patients, carers and whānau welcome. Please register on 0800 226 695.

Cancer Society Men’s Get Together

Contact us to find out about our next event.

Gynaecological Cancer Peer Support Group

13 March, 7pm

Meets every second Monday of the month

A warm invitation is extended to people with ovarian, cervical, vulva, uterine and vaginal cancers to meet and gain support from others with gynaecological cancers. Contact Catherine 022 046 5070 or the Cancer Society NC 0800 226 695. Held at 143 Percival Street, Rangiora.

Cancer Society Rural Clinics

For all cancer patients and carers to find out about treatment-related support and rehabilitation. Held monthly (or thereabouts) at medical centres in Waikari, Amuri, Oxford (@ hospital), Kaikōura, Hanmer and Amberley. Please contact us to make an appointment. Home visits and appointments at the office in Rangiora available.

Cancer Society online video resources

Coping with Cancer where you’ll find an excellent range of information and support here: cancer.org.nz/supporting-you/howwe-can-help/coping-with-cancer-videos

Other resource and supports…

Look Good Feel Better

Workshops for women at CS Rangiora, Saturday 27 May 10am-12.30pm. To enrol online go to lgfb.co.nz/class-schedule/

The Rangiora workshops are listed under Christchurch with our address, 143 Percival Street in the details. There

are also workshops online for men. Please register at lgfb.co.nz/programmes/for-men

Blue Bros

Exercise classes for men at 8.15am on Mondays, Mainpower Stadium, Coldstream Road, Rangiora. Facilitated by Mischa, this committed group extends a warm welcome to new patients. Contact Dave on 027 202 7525 to register.

Prostate Foundation support group

Second Tuesday of the month in Rangiora Contact Dean and Lois on 021 0224 6078 or email rangiora@prostate.org.nz

Sweet Louise

Support for those with advanced breast cancer. Contact 027 328 8003 www.sweetlouise.co.nz and facebook.

Lymphoedema Education Sessions

Second Tuesday of the month, 11am-12.30pm, Chapel, Burwood Hospital

Enter via Gate 3, Mairehau Road. Learn skills for the self-management of lymphoedema. To book phone 03 383 6833 or email physiobd@cdhb.health.nz to register for the group or attend by Zoom.

Ostomy NZ Support

Meet alternative months in Rangiora

(First Tuesday, Artisan Cafe) and Christchurch (First Wednesday, Kidd’s Cakes, Cranford Street).

Next meeting in Rangiora 10am, Tuesday 4 April. Contact Brent on 03 313 5744, Diane on 027 416 4185 or email: ostomycanterbury@gmail.com for education, support for patients and families.

Kaikoura Blue Bros

Exercise classes for men in Kaikōura, Wednesdays at 10am. Please call Belinda Rickerby 027 562 0811 to register. Join this community class to maintain your strength, flexibility, fitness and enjoy the camaraderie of others. Currently meeting for coffee.

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. Read more and/or register your interest at pincandsteel.com/programs/register/ or contact susan@activehealth.co.nz.

For families

Canbead

We’re hosting a beading workshop for families (school holidays) at the office in Rangiora on Friday 21 April from 1-3pm and Kaikoura on Wednesday 5 July at 1pm (online). We will be having another fun activity over the same holiday period … will keep you posted.

Canteen

Support for teenagers with their own cancer experience or a parent or sibling with cancer. Office at 23 Cambridge Terrace, Christchurch. See canteen.org.nz for more information.

Introductory Tai Chi Class provided by Rose Guy

All cancer patients, carers and whānau warmly welcome.

Thursday 9 March, 1pm at the Rangiora Scout Den, 30 Church Street.

Rose Guy has over 30 years of experience teaching Tai Chi and Qigong. She has a weekly class in Rangiora and Kaiapoi. She runs Tai Chi Well and has kindly offered to run an introductory class for the cancer community at no cost.

Tai Chi, an ancient Chinese martial art, has been practiced for centuries as a form of exercise for both physical and mental wellbeing. The slow, gentle movements of Tai Chi are believed to boost physical strength and flexibility, as well as improve balance, coordination and concentration. One of the main benefits of Tai Chi for cancer patients is its ability to relieve stress and anxiety. Cancer treatments can take a toll on both the body and the mind, and stress can interfere with the body's ability to heal and recover. Tai Chi provides a meditative and relaxing experience that can help cancer patients feel more relaxed and at ease, which in turn can aid in the healing process.

To register please contact the Cancer Society North Canterbury 0800 226 695.

Relay for Life North Canterbury

Relay is coming back to North Canterbury and we are super excited to be hosting again at Dudley Park in Rangiora. We cannot wait to see you all, new friends and old.

Relay for Life is an incredible event that celebrates, remembers and fights back against Cancer. Be part of the atmosphere, the fun, camaraderie, entertainment and poignant moments during special ceremonies.

Grab your mates, work colleagues, school friends, committee or team members (or you can even go it alone!!) and go to

Bulbs of Hope

relayforlife.org.nz/northcanterbury to register or find out more.

All profits raised from Relay North Canty go to supporting cancer patients and their whānau in our local communities.

Massive thanks to PAK’nSAVE Rangiora –Gold Sponsor and to ANZ Rangiora, Transport Rangiora and Kennards as Official Supporters and Suppliers of Relay North Canty. Come and be part of the magic!

Contact Tiff on ncrelay@cancercwc.org.nz or 021 139 4909 for more information.

We are selling quality Daffodil and Tulip bulbs again this season. Brighten up your garden with gorgeous bulbs from Hadstock Farm and support the Cancer Society.

Mixed bulbs available: 10xDaffodils $11, 10xTulips $13, 100xDaffodils $100, 100xTulips $115.00. Contact Tiff on tiffany.wafer@cancercwc.org.nz or 021 139 4909 to pre-order your bulbs today. Bulbs will be available for pick up in March.

Want to become a volunteer with IHC?

The IHC Volunteer Programme is about friendship in the community. This is what makes being a volunteer for IHC so unique. Spend time doing what you want to do, when you want to do it, with a person with an intellectual disability. By taking a moment to connect with someone with an intellectual disability, you can make a positive change in their life and gain a new friend in the process.

If you volunteer with IHC you’ll be matched with someone who enjoys doing the same stuff as you do.

It’s all about shared interests and doing what you want to do. So whether it’s exercising, going to a movie, or grabbing a bite to eat you’ll be doing things you both enjoy. Just keep doing what you usually do and include someone with similar interests.

The relationship is one-on-one. This means that you spend time with only one person, so you both get to know each other.

It is not time specific

There is choice

There is flexibility

The emphasis is on fun

You will be provided with full orientation and receive ongoing support from one of our Volunteer Coordinators.

Many people with intellectual disabilities tell us that most people in their lives are paid staff and family. By getting involved in the IHC one-to-one programme you can make a change in a person’s life –just by being a friend.

IHC’s unique one-to-one friendship programme has expanded to include skills-based volunteering. These are shorter, focused projects based on goals the person wants to achieve. You work one-to-one with a person with an intellectual disability to develop a specific skill or achieve a specific goal. You set the time commitment to fit the project.

We welcome applicants over the age of 17 from all walks of life to apply. People with intellectual disabilities have diverse interests and backgrounds so the more varied volunteers we have, the easier it is to match the perfect friendship

An IHC volunteer is a friend and somebody to go out and have fun with. IHC volunteers do not help with doctor’s visits, house, or office work. Having an IHC volunteer is about doing something together or learning how to do something new.

What their friends say

“We are both 26 – my friend is perfect. I used to be very shy but now I go out, have so much fun with her and sometimes we just hang out. We are great mates.”

– Aleina, North Shore.

“My friend is a sweetheart – she does art and crafts with me and the other day we went to the movies for the first time – I can’t stop smiling.”

– Kelly, North Shore.

“Peter has helped me in more ways than I can name. He brings out the positive in me, he genuinely cares so much for people – that is touching, and he has a beautiful, compassionate mind that I want to be more like.”

– Sharon, Ashburton.

Get involved

To find out more about volunteering for IHC call: 0800 442 442 or visit

Ihc.org.nz/volunteer

To register your interest and a volunteer coordinator in your area will get back to you.

“If you want a more enriched life, I would highly recommend volunteering with IHC. It’s really not hard giving up a few hours a week, especially when you know it makes such a difference to a special person.”

– Sylvia, Blenheim

“Ciarra and I are friends now – it really doesn’t feel like I’m volunteering.”

– Brianna, Ashburton

Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Canterbury would like to give a BIG shout out to Rātā Foundation for its recent grant and incredible support over the years! The Foundation is the South Island’s largest philanthropic funder whose purpose is to invest in, and connect, communities.

Pictured is Keighley (Big) and Aleisha (Little). Spending just one hour a week with her Mentor has opened up a whole new world of possibility and opportunity for Aleisha, a life-changing friendship which simply wouldn't have been possible without the Rātā Foundation's support. Get in touch today to find out how you can change the life of child in North Canterbury;

CAB Awareness Week

Each year, CABs throughout Aotearoa New Zealand celebrate Awareness Week. We will mark it in 2023 from Monday, 20 March to Sunday 26 March.

Citizens Advice Bureau North Canterbury is a community organisation helping people know and understand their rights and obligations, and how to use this information to get the best outcomes. At CAB we provide people with the confidence and support they need to take action.

This year’s theme for Awareness Week is about supporting diverse communities and celebrating multiculturalism within the CAB whānau.

CABs offer free advice and information to everyone. We recognise and celebrate cultural diversity among volunteers and clients.

We are committed to making our service as accessible as we can, and this means

being able to help clients in a language other than English.

We have many multilingual volunteers throughout the country who can help clients in their own language and we are able to connect clients with those volunteers.

We have access to a telephone and video interpreting service that complements our nationwide pool of volunteers who speak various languages.

CAB volunteers come from many backgrounds and are diverse in their tikanga/culture, experience and the languages they speak.

We invite you to get in touch with us if you need help with any matter, no matter how big or how small. We’re here to help.

Our opening hours are 9.30am-3.30pm, Monday to Friday.

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

War Memorial Hall

1 Albert Street, Rangiora 7400

PO Box 351, Rangiora 7440

Office phone: 03 313 3505

servicemanager@bsnc.org.nz

www.bsnc.org.nz

Wise words from wise people

“Too many people spend money they earned… to buy things they don't want… to impress people that they don't like.” Will Rogers

“Money is only a tool. It will take you wherever you wish, but it will not replace you as the driver.” Ayn Rand

“It's not how much money you make, but how much money you keep, how hard it works for you, and how many generations you keep it for.” Robert Kiyosaki

“A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step.” Lao Tzu

“The best thing money can buy is the financial freedom it brings.” Sharon G

A budget is telling your money where to go instead of wondering where it went.

If you don’t have a budget, a friendly Financial Mentor will be eager to help you create one.

Perhaps you already have a budget and simply need a WOFF (Warrant of Financial Fitness).

Your Financial Mentor will work with you, in a caring and non-judgemental way, to try to get to the bottom of your concerns.

At your first appointment you will receive a free “Spending Diary” to track those small “discretionary” outgoings i.e. $5 coffee, $2 lolly etc.

Our tips:

• Beware of little expenses. A small leak can sink a big ship.

• What gets measured, gets improved.

Call or email us for an appointment to plan and create a sustainable budget and for us to provide you with new tools and knowledge which might improve your situation – what you do then is entirely up to you.

There is no obligation, all our services are free and confidential.

Take the first step now and contact our Service Manager, Sharon Grant.

03 313 3505

www.bsnc.org.nz

Gambling Harm Awareness Word Search

GAMBLING is often called the HIDDEN ADDICTION . There is a lot of STIGMA and SHAME associated with gambling harm so PEOPLE do not access specialist gambling harm services until it is too late and often don’t UNDERSTAND the issues behind the addiction. Over two and a half BILLION DOLLARS is LOST every year to gambling in AOTEAROA and the wider impact includes harm to WHANAU , FINANCIAL BURDEN and LEGAL ISSUES , and mental health issues. Thankfully there is free, professional HELP AVAILABLE for anyone AFFECTED by gambling harm, from specialist SERVICES throughout the country.

Find the BOLD words in the word search below!

Ka rawe! well done!

10:00 Co

Step Ahead Rangiora Rāhina - Monday March 2023

Pick up (by arrangement) from Kaiapoi and Amberley

10:00

9:30 Day out to Okains Bay

10:30 Lunch Prep or

10:30 Day of Craft at Pam's place. Bring your lunch

Visit museum ($5)

Bring lunch, hat, sunscreen, water bottle, wear walking shoes

10:30 Member/Staff Liaison Meeting

11:00 Documentary Group - pick a topic of interest and discuss what we learn or

11:15 Meals on Wheels

12:00 Filled Rolls and Fruit ($2.50)

12:00 Bring your lunch

10:00 Day out for 250k Challenge at Halswell Quarry

Bring hat, water bottle, lunch, comfy clothes, and sunscreen

Return by 4:30pm

1:00 Walk at McLean's Island

12:00 Shift Exhibition in Christchurch. Bring lunch ($5) or

1:00 Swim at Dudley Pool ($2.50)

Step Ahead Rangiora Rāapa -

Pick up (by arrangement) from Kaiapoi and Amberley

10:30 Team Fun Quiz

11:15 Tai Chi with Rosie (gold coin donation) or

11:15 Meals on Wheels

10:30 Day out to Ashburton

10:30 Newsletter - preparing mail out

Lunch in Ashburton Domain (bring your own picnic lunch)

12:30 Bring your lunch

Visit Ashburton Aviation Museum with a guided tour ($5)

12:00 Bring your lunch

10:30 Day out to Christchurch

Visit Teece Museum of Classical Antiquities ($2.50)

Lunch at the Botanic Gardens (bring your lunch)

10:30 Craft with SoonMaymake a hand sewn pinch purse or

10:30 Walk to St Johns Op Shop or

11:15 Meals on Wheels

12:00 Bring your lunch

1:30 Walk at Kairaki Beach or

1:30 Op Shopping in Kaiapoi

1:00 Cuppa out for newsletter volunteers

Walk through Botanic Gardens

1:00 Explore local shops for craft ideas or

1:00 Walk n Draw in Victoria Park

Āwhina Mai Wellbeing Services

Offers professional, individual therapeut ic support to children, teenagers and adults, plus tailored parenting support, and corporate wellbeing programmes.

Our dedicated psychologists, social workers and counsellors work collaboratively to support you in achieving your wellbeing goals.

Contact us today!

02 7 251 99 22/info@awhinamai.co.nz

A social enterprise of Presbyterian Support Upper South Island (PSUSI).

All profits raised help provide health and social services to vulnerable children, young people, families/whānau and older people.

awhinamai.co.nz

WAIMAKARIRI REGIONAL EVENT FUND

Enterprise North Canterbury is inviting organisers of major Waimakariri events to apply for the Regional Events Fund.

The fund offers between $6,000 and $10,000 towards major events that will drive out of region visitation and measurable economic benefit to the Waimakariri District.

The current funding round is open from 1st March to 31st March 2023

Check out the criteria and apply online at https://enterprisenorthcanterbury.co.nz/eventfunding/regional-event-fund/ Or E: events@visitwaimakariri.co.nz

The Waimakariri Regional Event Fund is Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment (MBIE) funding administered by ENC.

THE WAIMAKARIRI EVENT FUND

Are you wanting to start a new event in Waimakariri? Are you trying to grow an existing event in Waimakariri?

Applicants are now being invited to apply for up to $5,000 towards promotion or coordination of events that clearly demonstrate economic and/or community benefit to the Waimakariri District.

The current funding round is open 1st March to 31st March 2023.

Check out the criteria and apply online at https://enterprisenorthcanterbury.co.nz/eventfunding/waimakariri-event-fund/ or E: events@visitwaimakariri.co.nz

The Waimakariri Event Fund is WDC funding administered by ENC.

Training/Professional Development/Courses

The Power of Photography*

A five week course, over five evenings/Thursday 23 February–Thursday 23 March 2023 at 6.30pm-8.30pm, 15years+ $120pp. On this brand new evening course, you’ll learn about how you can transform your smartphone or camera into much more than just a tool for snaps, and be a creative vehicle to express ideas, emotions and appreciation of the world around us by looking deeper at our subjects.

Ticket price of $120 includes all five evenings ($24 per evening). Suitable for beginners and intermediate photographers. Tutored by Alan Gillard. Made possible with support from Waimakariri Creative Communities.

*Limited tickets left available. Book at: oxfordgallery.org.nz/activities

Community Law Canterbury

Is running a series of workshops for community groups. These workshops will be of particular interest to groups which are ‘incorporated societies’ i.e. groups with the word “Incorporated” or “Inc” at the end of their name.

This is because a new law has been passed for incorporated societies and it will affect the way these groups are run. All incorporated societies will have to update their constitutions, re-register their group and follow some new rules. This workshop is one of a series of workshops Community Law will be running to help local groups learn more about the new law. This workshop is open to those on the Board/Committee of a local incorporated society and to those who are managers of those groups. Please note that priority will be given to groups which don’t already have professional advisers. If you’d like to find out more about these workshops, please check Community Law Canterbury’s Facebook page or email communityeducation@canlaw.org.nz

MARCH 2023 WAIMAKARIRI EVENTS

1

JOEL FAFARD

LIVE IN KAIAPOI

7 pm – 9.30pm - Pines Kairaki Community Hall

Witness an award winning Canadian Southern Roots/Blues musician perform live in Kaiapoi. Brought to you by Down By The River-Kaiapoi music, this event is not to be missed!

Text Nigel on 027 404 7712 for tickets.

$25pp.

4 FAMILY ROGAINE

10am – 1pm – Railway Reserve, Kaiapoi, Waimakariri Regional Park

Join Environment Canterbury and the team from Wicked Rogaines for a fun 60-minute family rogaine (cross country navigation) and enjoy a free BBQ at the end!

Open to all ages and abilities, this is your chance to get outdoors and have fun hunting for checkpoints. Be sure to bring comfy clothes, a water bottle, and a compass.

Registration from 9am. Teams of 2 –6 people.

$25 per family (two adults and minimum one child under 14 years). $20pp for the team event.

Trousselot, The Band Magic and other invited guests – this is the perfect family day out. Free.

12 NORTH CANTERBURY PRIDE PICNIC

11 – 3pm Victoria Park, Rangiora

Come and celebrate the 5th year of the North Canterbury Pride picnic with live music and games. Free.

13 & 21 CANTERBURY CRICKET

10.30am – Mainpower Oval, Rangiora

13th: Canterbury vs Central Stags

21st: Canterbury vs Wellington Fire Birds

MARKETS

KAIAPOI FARMERS MARKET

Morgan Williams Reserve, Charles St, Kaiapoi. Every Saturday, 10am–12pm.

OHOKA FARMERS MARKET

Ohoka Domain, Mill Road, Ohoka. Every Friday, 9am-12pm. Closed June and July.

OXFORD FARMERS MARKET

5 RAKAHURI RAGE

10 am – 4pm - Rakahuri Trail and Stop Banks off River Road – access from 100m west of the north end of West Belt

Get your team of 2 – 4 riders together (or ride solo) and race to see which team can complete the most laps of the 6km course in 6 hours. This family-friendly event offers a challenge for riders of all skill levels and experience and is open to those 12 years and older.

$35 - $55 per rider.

10 JAN PRESTON – PIANO BOOGIE WOOGIE TOUR

7.30pm – 9.30pm – Chamber Gallery, Rangiora Library

Grab a picnic and head to Mainpower Oval to watch a spot of cricket occurring on two fantastic days. Free.

Main St, Oxford. Every Sunday, 9am–12pm.

OXFORD CRAFT MARKET

Oxford Town Hall, Oxford. First Sunday of each month, 10am-2pm.

RANGIORA CHURCH

STREET MARKET

18 HAPPY HIRE EATS & BEATS

4pm – 9.30pm – Victoria Park, Rangiora

St John’s Anglican Church Grounds & Hall, Cnr of Church and High Streets, Rangiora. First Saturday of each month, 9.30am-1pm.

5 SWANNANOA COUNTRY FAIR

10am – 3pm – Swannanoa Domain, 1322 Tram Road

With a huge range of quality craft, trade and school plant stalls, a massive white elephant sale, plenty of games and rides for the children, delicious food and refreshments as well as all day entertainment, this is a great day out with your family!

Adults $5 donation. Kids free.

5 BOULDER COPPER SOUNDS FAMILY MUSIC EVENT

11am – 2pm – Silverstream Reserve, 155 South Eyre Road

Bring a picnic and spend the day in the beautiful Silverstream Reserve as you listen to ‘50s and ‘60s music. Played by a range of musicians, including singer and pianist Kris

Known as Australasia’s foremost female Boogie & Blues piano player and singer, Jan Preston delivers high energy performances which, together with her sultry blues voice and candid humour, has given her longstanding popularity in Australia, New Zealand and overseas.

$35 Adults, $15 Students.

12 KAIAPOI FUN RUN & WALK

8.30am – 12 pm – Murphy Park, Raven Quay, Kaiapoi

Challenge yourself to a 5km or 10km run (or walk!) alongside the Kaiapoi River and in to Silverstream. With plenty of spot prizes up for grabs, this will be a fabulous day out in the fresh air.

Please register online for this event. $10 per person.

Watch this vibrant food and music food affair transform Victoria Park into a magical setting of sound and light. Come early for the family fun and stay on for an evening under the stars. Peruse the market stalls and check out the food vendors in New Worlds Food Zone which includes a licenced area. Free (koha, donations welcome).

ART EXHIBITIONS

ART ON THE QUAY Kaiapoi Library

176 Williams Street, Kaiapoi

CHAMBER GALLERY Rangiora Library

141 Percival Street, Rangiora

OXFORD GALLERY

72 Main Street, Oxford

26 & 27 ANZ PREMIERSHIP

NETBALL

Mainpower Stadium – Rangiora

26th: 2pm Tactix vs Pulse

27th: 7.30pm Tactix vs Magic

Get amongst the action for what is sure to be an epic ANZ Premiership Netball season for the Trident Homes Tactix! An experience not to be missed, with entertainment, excitement, and action on and off the court that the whole family will enjoy.

From $20 per person.

EVENT INFORMATION Please check our website for updates on event changes or cancellations.

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North Canterbury Soroptimists will celebrate International Women's Day with a breakfast to be held at the Rangiora RSA on Wednesday 8 March from 7.30-8.30am. Proceeds to Ovarian Cancer awareness.

Guest speakers will be Dr. Sue Bagshaw, who specialises in the health of young people, and Abby Foy, a fashion designer specialising in innovation in Australia.

Tickets are $40 and are available from Bayleys, 251 High Street, Rangiora or contact Dinah 021 1831 568. Book a table with a group of friends.

Come Dancing... Friday 31 March & Saturday 1 April 2023

An evening for people with Disabilities & Carers & Friends

Entertainment by guest DJ EMCEE & Marion Outlaws as entertainers

Tunes of Today & Yesteryear

Easy Listening or come ‘Dancing’

WHEN: Friday 31st March & Saturday 1st April 2023

Wednesday 17 August 2022 • 6.30pm

Rangiora Library

TIME: 7pm - 9:45pm

WHERE: Rangiora Baptist Church, 111 East Belt, Rangiora

ENTRY: $5 per person at the door. Bottles of soft drink 50cents each, supper provided*, plus spot prizes. *Sorry but we can’t cater for Special Dietary Needs.

Bookings Essential

RSVP: Numbers attending need to be confirmed to insure your entry to this event by 15 March please. If coming from out of town we can offer free accomodation for people with a disability at the Woodend Christian Camp.

To RSVP/Book Accommodation: P: 03-313-8989, E: nandpthackwell@slingshot.co.nz

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Elevate Market in the Park is back, and this time in the beautiful season of autumn! We are so proud to have the continued support of our Principal Sponsors, Elevate Talented People Placement who are located in Rangiora.

The inaugural Market in the Park injected over 100k back into the North Canterbury district and our participants have begged us to do it again...so...we made it bi-annual in autumn and spring!

An autumn Market we can all look forward to! Elevate Market in the Park has been designed to support and promote local businesses. A retail market with a wide assortment of market stalls and food vendors. A spectacular display of local products and our people, where the community can meet safely outdoors to support our local businesses.

Join us for a standout community event in Rangiora's stunning Victoria Park whilst enjoying live music, live busking shows, kids' circus party, bouncy castles the fabulous onsite playground and the array of markets for all your retail, food and beverage needs. Please support our local businesses who have been impacted so heavily as well as our nearby retailers and eateries too (within the Rangiora CBD)!

Entry for participants to the event is via donation please, all funds raised will go back into the running costs of the bi-annual Elevate Market in the Park.

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Waimakariri District Community Networking Forums 2023

2023 Schedule

Location Venue and address

Kaiapoi 12 noon–1pm

Venue: Kaiapoi Ruataniwha Centre

Upstairs meeting room, 176 Williams Street

Dates: 9 February, 11 May, 10 August

Oxford 12 noon–1pm

Rangiora 12 noon–1pm

Pegasus

12 noon–1pm

Venue: Jaycee Rooms, Main Street, Oxford 56 Main Street, Oxford

Dates: 9 March, 8 June, 14 September

Venue: Rangiora War Memorial Community Centre corner of Albert & High Streets, Rangiora

Dates: 13 July, 12 October, 14 December

Venue: Pegasus Community Centre

8 Tahuna St, Pegasus - (just along from the Flat White Café)

Dates: 13 April, 9 November

Contact people

Gabrielle Barlow

Coordinator, Kaiapoi Community Support

c/- Wellbeing North Canterbury

Phone: 03 327 8945

Email: g.barlow@wellbeingnc.org.nz

Jo Ealam

Manager, Oxford Community Rooms

37 Main Street

Phone: 03 312 3006

Email: jo@oxfordtrust.co.nz

Serena Peychers

Community Team Admin Support, Waimakariri District Council

Phone: 0800 965 468

Email: serena.peychers@wmk.govt.nz

Peter Johnston

Pegasus Community Centre team

Email: pcc@pegasusresidentsgroup.com

NB: Forums are second Thursday of a month - 12noon-1pm. Tea and coffee will be provided - bring your lunch if you wish.

Presentations (prior to networking meetings) will be notified in advance in Chatter.

Please get in touch if there is a significant community issue which would be valuable to have a presentation on.

We can also assist with carpooling from the Rangiora Service Centre (215 High Street) to Kaiapoi, Oxford or Pegasus.

Celebrating different cultures

Poster competition

Use paint, crayons, felt pens, or coloured pencils to show what celebrating different cultures means to you as part of Race Unity Day 21 March 2023.

Great prizes! For age groups Drop entries to any Waimakariri

Terms and conditions

Competition open to participants from Waimakariri District schools and home schools only.

Prizes will be presented by Mayor Dan Gordon at a special ceremony on Friday 31 March at 4pm at the Waimakariri District Council Chambers.

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