Chatter - October 2021 by Waimakariri District Council

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Honda Forest Planting day in September 2021.

Waimakariri District Council Community Team

Phone: 0800 965 468 Email: chatter@wmk.govt.nz

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Greetings

from the Editor Kia ora koutou How lovely to be getting close to daylight saving again. It is such a pleasure to wake early enough to enjoy the garden before work! I love the surprise that comes with the spring bulbs breaking through the soil. There’s always something that you’re sure you didn’t plant or something that brings back a memory. Grape hyacinths and snowdrops remind me of my grandmother who passed away in the 1980s. This morning I’ve been considering a Local Government paper on Cultural Wellbeing and how that is, or could be, expressed in our District. Cultural wellbeing ‘broadly encompasses values, shared beliefs, customs, behaviours and identity’; or who we are as communities. A lot of that is our heritage, but it’s also about the now - our ever evolving communities - and about our future, or who and how we want to be. While there always will be those who struggle, in spite of earthquakes and storms and lock-downs, our District still appears to be thriving. Our places and spaces are generally attractive and, thanks to some excellent work by a number of passionate people in Council and the Waimakariri Access Group, increasingly accessible to everyone.

We have great arts and sports sectors and we know a bit about our past. However, there is certainly an opportunity to do a lot more to really create a District that celebrates our bicultural history, so that everyone knows our rich heritage. There is more to be done to make the arts ripple through everyday life, so that they are relevant and accessible to everyone; and weaving our cultural heritage and our increasingly multicultural present into that. There are stories to be told - of our people, of our places, of our beliefs, triumphs and challenges. Identity is important, in terms of our wellbeing. In these rather uncertain and tumultuous times, it’s good to stand on the firm ground that is who we were and are, as well as the hope of who we could be, as a District in the future. Kia whakatōmuri te haere whakamua: ‘I walk backwards into the future with my eyes fixed on my past’.

Tessa

Community Info-resources

Nau mai ki te Tūhaitara Coastal Park Inspired by Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori/Māori Language Week (13-19 September 2021) this month’s update highlights te reo Māori names of some of the native birds that visit and live in the coastal park.

Pūtakitaki/Paradise shelduck Although they congregate in large flocks when they are moulting, pūtakitaki are often seen in single breeding pairs. Pair bonds last for many years and adult birds tend to stay in the same area. We have a resident pair living near our office at Woodend Beach Road. This year we are supporting the nomination of the pūtakitaki for the Forest & Bird, NZ Bird of Year 2021 – we will promote the competition when details are released, please vote pūtakitaki! Kōtare/Kingfisher Kōtare are often seen in the park using the high branches of standing dead wood for a lookout post when they are hunting. These elevated perches are an essential part of their habitat. Kōtuku/White heron The elegant kōtuku are a legally protected species. Their sole nesting site is in a kahikatea swamp forest near the Ōkārito Lagoon on the west coast of the South Island. We are very fortunate that kōtuku often visit Te Kōhanga Wetlands in the autumn and winter. Pūteketeke/Crested grebe Pūteketeke are only found in the South Island. These distinctive diving birds, which are rarely seen on land, have been spotted at Te Kōhanga Wetlands. They often carry

their very young chicks on their back when they are swimming. As we are coming into breeding season, now is a good time to start looking out for this unique behaviour.

5 Visit our website to find out more about our work and Te Kōhaka o Tūhaitara Trust: tuhaitarapark.org.nz or follow us on Facebook at Friends of Tūhaitara Coastal Park. Ka kite anō.

Dates for your diary Plant-Life-Cycle Biketober guided bike rides Tōrea pango/Variable oystercatcher Another of Aotearoa’s protected species, tōrea pango, are commonly found along the coast on beaches and estuaries. They are often seen at the water’s edge foraging for shellfish. Unlike the tōrea/pied oystercatcher that nest in braided riverbeds, tōrea pango prefer nesting on beaches in scrapes above the high tide mark.

Join Greg and Adele on a guided bike ride to see and hear about the cycles of life that Tūhaitara Coastal Park supports. Places are limited.

Bring your binoculars and camera next time you’re visiting the park, and let us know which birds you spot!

Sunday 10 October, 10am-1pm. ADULTS ONLY BIKE RIDE. Meet at TKoT office, 1 Woodend Beach Road, Woodend.

North Canterbury Neighbourhood Support works to connect communities in Waimakariri, Hurunui and Kaikoura to ensure communities are safer, more resilient, connected and well informed.

via our Gets Ready website. Gets Ready is a tool used to register members of Neighbourhood Support. Once registered, members will receive official information from Police, Councils and Civil Defence.

A big thank-you to our 3,500+ members who have already signed up to North Canterbury Neighbourhood Support

North Canterbury Neighbourhood Support will work alongside neighbourhoods to create street groups and then ensure these

Call Adele to book your place: 021 0260 6676. Wednesday 6 October, 10am-1pm. FAMILY BIKE RIDE. Meet at TKoT office, 1 Woodend Beach Road, Woodend.

6 groups are communicated with. We do this by emailing credible information such as crime prevention strategies, weather warnings, and civil defence emergency information. This information proves to be extremely valuable to all communities.

• Support victims of crime

In the event of an emergency, your neighbours are your first line of support. We can assist neighbourhood groups to develop their own emergency plans which outlines working together to combine skills and resources and identify any key needs in times of emergencies.

• Liaise and co-operate with other likeminded community groups

North Canterbury Neighbourhood Support also provides street signs, like the one above, to your neighbourhoods as well as letterbox stickers. These have proven to be very useful to deter crime.

Why Join a Neighbourhood Support Street Group? There’s a strength in numbers. A neighbourhood support group brings local people together to share information, ideas and connectedness. Together, you can assist one another to: • Solve local problems • Reduce crime • Minimise anti-social behaviour

• Learn to prepare and cope with civil defence emergencies • Engage Police, other emergency services or support agencies

• Decrease social isolation. To join North Canterbury Neighbourhood Support or find out some more information please get in contact with us using the below information. We look forward to connecting with you. getsready.northcanterbury.net ncns.org.nz facebook.com/ NorthCanterburyNeighbourhoodSupport/

Sarah Saunders manager@ncns.org.nz

7 SeniorNet North Canterbury SeniorNet North Canterbury is offering two workshops for October. Both will be held in the Learning Centre, at 178 King Street, Rangiora, in the grounds of the Methodist Church.

One-to-One problem solving Wednesday 13 October, 10am This will allow participants to bring their devices to the Learning Centre and discuss any problems with tutors from SeniorNet.

Introduction to computers Wednesday 27 October, 10am This session will provide basic information on computers to enable people new to computers or wishing to gain confidence with computers become more familiar with these machines. Further information and register for both courses with Lynda-Marie on 021 107 9169 or email: hopelmg25@gmail.com

Consultation on the Disability Survey 2023 Statistics NZ is asking for submissions on what content should be included in the next disability survey in 2023. The last survey was in 2013. This consultation presents an opportunity to hear from disabled people, and more accurately reflect their views in the next survey. Submissions close 29 October 2021, 5pm. stats.govt.nz/consultations/disability-survey-2023-consultation

We welcome feedback from disabled people, the general public, academics, government agencies, disability and support organisations, and anyone else with an interest in data for and about disabled people. Please read the consultation document and answer the questions that are of interest to you. Submissions can be made via the online submission form, in writing using the template at the end of the consultation document, or by video or audio recording emailed to DisabilitySurvey2023@stats.govt.nz Findings from the consultation and our final decisions will be published in 2022. For any questions or to receive help making a submission please email DisabilitySurvey2023@stats.govt.nz, or call Katy Auberson on 04 931 4885 or 0508 525 525 toll-free from within New Zealand.

8 friendly's housing strategy, I am a member of a newly formed Abbeyfield Waimakariri Steering Group.

Age Friendly Update Kia ora Koutou During the recent lockdown a friend emailed me to say she had written a list of chores to do and hoped it would be over before she got to the one that said ‘Wash bathroom walls’. I remember two friends years ago who would get together and spring clean their houses. Perhaps this is something we could think about when we are asked to have contact with only those in our bubble. It doesn't need to be just doing chores. Sharing meals, writing and telling each other's life stories, gardening, crafts, sorting photos and papers. This is one of the ways we can keep connected with each other. The Waimakariri Age-friendly Advisory Group, scheduled to meet at the end of August didn't due to the lockdown. Madeleine Burdon, our Age-friendly Facilitator with the Council Community Team, is one of the Civil Defence team. They are available to assist anyone needing help during those times. We can all help too by making sure our friends and neighbours are OK. Give them a call, especially if they live alone. Social isolation is not good for anyone. And if you need help call someone. One of the Council's brochures entitled Getting Advice, Shows Strength has lots of helpful contacts: see the lists on waimakariri.govt.nz or phone 0800 965 468. As part of our Age-

Abbeyfield New Zealand Inc. is a volunteer run charity committed to providing supported, independent living for older New Zealanders. Each is a family-style home, located close to local amenities and has about 12-14 residents with their own studio unit with ensuite and generally a patio and garden. There are shared areas and facilities including dining, lounge, laundry and gardens. A housekeeper/cook is employed to provide two cooked meals a day and a self-service breakfast, keep communal areas clean and tidy and provide general support for residents. Abbeyfield free up private and public sector housing for other users and contribute to the overall improvement in housing supply. The Steering Group start with a nil budget and are looking for fund-raising and land ideas either to purchase, rent or collaborate with owners. Contact Valda Reveley on 027 271 9961 or valda.sam@xtra.co.nz if you would like to know more or be involved. More information can be found at abbeyfield.org.nz Haere ora Haere pai (Go with wellness, go with care) Joanne Gumbrell Chair, Waimakariri Age-friendly Advisory Group

9 Soroptimist International North Canterbury Soroptimist International North Canterbury is an international women’s service organisation that focus on action and creation of opportunities for women and girls by empowering, educating and enabling them to reach their full potential. They undertake projects and raise money that adds value locally. The Club’s August meeting was a meeting with a difference. Members held a Speakers Corner where three of their members, plus the Soroptimist International New Zealand President, talked for 5-7 minutes about their involvement with other groups. • Carol Glover is co-owner of a low cost access nurse practitioner-led health clinic based in Linwood. Patients pay a reduced fee to receive health care, including extended mental health consultations. The clinic promotes and supports the role of the nurse practitioner in general practice. Nurse practitioners diagnose, treat and prescribe - just as a GP would. • Dael Foy is a Trustee of the newly formed Waimakariri Public Arts Trust whose aim is to raise public awareness of the arts in our communities. In addition, they raise funds for art and sculpture and purchase pieces of art for display in the District. Their first event will be revealed in September and is associated with the Blackwell’s Department Store in Kaiapoi 150 year’s celebration. • Joanne Gumbrell, Chair of Waimakariri Council’s Age-friendly Advisory Group, which is made up of individuals from appropriate local groups and is charged with making it happen. Age-friendly is a

World Health Organisation initiative in response to an aging population. Priorities have changed since Covid-19 with social and digital inclusion, health services, housing and communication becoming more important. The demise of cheques and people not being digitally literate is one example. Their housing sub-group is currently forming an Abbeyfield Steering Group looking to provide an alternative to social housing. Waimakariri District Council is serious about making Waimakariri an even better place for older people to live safe, fulfilling lives. • Kristeen Johnson, the National President of Soroptimist International was visiting the local club. She talked about how education defined her as a person and the personal benefits and confidence she had gained by joining Soroptimists. “I love this job,” she said. “I get to travel and meet some wonderful people.” Kristeen congratulated the local club on the work they do. “I’ve never been to a group like this anywhere,” she said. Soroptimist North Canterbury welcomes new members who align with their values and wish to contribute in a meaningful way to empower, educate and enable women and children in North Canterbury to reach their full potential. Anyone interested to find out more can ring their President Anthea Penny on 021 761 543.

10 WAIMAKARIRI ACCESS GROUP – AGM

You are warmly invited to the Waimakariri Access Group’s Annual General Meeting. 11am Tuesday 12 October 2021 Downstairs meeting room at the Kaiapoi Club on Raven Quay. The AGM meeting will be followed by a brief meeting to accept amendments on the Constitution, then morning tea. The Access Group’s primary aim is to promote access to public spaces and facilities; and have a barrier-free, inclusive environment for all people in the communities that make up our District. For more information please contact the Acting Chair, Phil Humphries on 03 327 2664 or email waimakaccess@wmk.govt.nz

F: facebook.com/WaimakaririAccess/

Annual General Meeting ALL WELCOME D AT E :

Wednesday, 27th October 2021

VENUE:

Rangiora War Memorial Hall Cnr High Street & Albert Street Rangiora

TIME:

4:30pm – 5pm

R S V P B Y:

Friday, 22nd October 2021

RSVP TO:

info@wellbeingnc.org.nz P | 03 310 6375

Wellbeing Tips These tips are designed to help get you thinking abouT What will help your mental wellbeing aT The moment. these simple actions are big mood boosters – find whaT Works for you and keep aT it!

give – Āwhina

Think about a skill you have you could share with your whānau, offer to pick groceries up for elderly neighbours or simply give a compliment to a loved one!

Take noTice – me aro tonu

Notice the things that make you feel good and do them more often! It could be your morning coffee, a walk around the block or playing games with your tamariki/children.

sTay Curious – me whai Whakaaro

connect – tūhono

Learning new things helps to focus your mind and gives you a sense of purpose. It could be learning a language, a craft, or even mastering a tricky recipe.

Keep in touch with your friends, whānau and colleagues on the phone, through social media, video chats and text.

relax – mauri tau Find ways to rest, switch off and recharge. Reading, mindfulness, yoga and deep breathing are all great ways to unwind.

get moving – kia kori

Regular movement and exercise helps release tension and stress and gives you an energy boost!

sTick to a rouTine – whai mahere

It will help you get through each day and adjust to regular life when it goes back to normal.

14 Daffodil Day – Friday 27 August 2021 This current lockdown has hit the Cancer Society very hard and it came at precisely the wrong time for Daffodil Day 2021; particularly after all the hard work, time and effort that was contributed by our North Canterbury Support Groups and volunteers into co-ordinating in your local areas a fundraising appeal that benefits North Canterbury cancer patients, whānau and carers. The Cancer Society was fortunate to receive additional support from the ANZ and three Kiwi entrepreneurs who together contributed $2 for every $1 donated through ANZ’s Digital Daffodil. This was incredibly generous and we are so grateful. CHOP THE MOP with Jason Clements, Learning Connections Coordinator at Waimakariri District Libraries, does still have his long hair and beard. Due to lockdown, Jason was not able to chop his mop, but it will happen (and he will be hoping soon!!). In the meantime you can still go to youcanforcancer. org.nz/jason-clements and donate.

International Coffee Day – Friday 1 October 2021 For International Coffee Day 2021 we would love the support of local cafes and restaurants to donate .50 cents from each coffee purchased to the Cancer Society North Canterbury, in turn providing valuable funds to support cancer patients, their whānau and carers. If you are a business who is keen to be involved please contact Tiff on 021 139 4909 or tiffany.wafer@cancercwc.org.nz and we can chat more. If you are a person who likes their coffee, keep an eye out on our Facebook page (Cancer Society NC) for details of the businesses that are going to support us.

In turn please support these businesses by grabbing a group, your girlfriends, mates or work colleagues and head out for a coffee then share, like or tag to thank them for their support of the Cancer Society.

Cancer Society North Canterbury Happenings: October While we are at alert level 2 our centre is not open to the general public and all of our face-to-face support groups are on hold. However, we are planning ahead in the hope that we will be able to reopen as soon as possible and have scheduled the following support groups in advance. Please keep up-to-date with information about the groups on our Facebook page, Cancer Society NC or contact the centre on 0800 226 695. Rangiora Grief and Loss Workshop – Friday 22 October 10.30am–12pm. An education workshop presented by Gabrielle O’Connell, Area Co-ordinator, Cancer Society. Participants will also hear about Seasons for Change, a wellrecognised and respected grief education programme, from facilitator Shona Lawson, Catholic Diocese of Christchurch. Seasons for Change will be offered to cancer patients and carers in Rangiora prior to Christmas. Can Bead Workshop - Thursday 28 October, 10.30am–12.30pm. This is a free jewellery workshop for patients and carers held at the North Canterbury Centre, registrations are required. To find out what’s involved go to caninspire.org.nz Please call or text Gabrielle on 021 904 907 or 0800 226 695 to register or find out more about any of support our groups. “Cancer Society North Canterbury”, please like or share our page to widen our support network. Thank you!

15 Sponsored Data The Sponsored Data initiative allows the public to access key health sector websites via mobile phone without incurring data use charges. For some New Zealanders, the cost of mobile data can be a barrier to accessing essential health and wellbeing information and digital health services. Those who cannot access information and services are often those with the highest needs. Sponsored Data (also known as zero-rated data) removes this barrier by providing free access to key health sector websites for anyone using the Spark, Skinny, Vodafone, 2degrees, Slingshot or Orcon mobile networks. All mobile data charges for content hosted on these websites are automatically charged back to the Ministry of Health. This ensures Kiwis won’t incur mobile data charges when they need essential information about COVID-19, health information and resources, or access to eligible GP portals. The initiative will be reviewed in June 2021 to determine its renewal period. The following websites have been included within the initiative as at 1 February 2021: covid19.govt.nz

choicenotchance.org.nz

plunket.org.nz

health.govt.nz

managemyhealth.co.nz

quitstrong.nz

healthnavigator.org.nz

health365.co.nz

smallsteps.org.nz

booksonprescription.co.nz

allright.org.nz

justathought.co.nz

depression.org.nz

mentalhealth.org.nz

thelowdown.co.nz

myexperience.health.nz

For more information go to: health.govt.nz/our-work/digital-health/other-digital-health-initiatives/sponsored-data

Are you passionate about reducing food waste? Are you looking for a physically active volunteering opportunity? Would you like to give back to your

community?

Satisfy Food Rescue based in Kaiapoi are looking for keen food rescue volunteers to join their friendly team. Please contact Cameron on:

cameron@satisfyfoodrescue.org.nz satisfyfoodrescue.org.nz

Volunteering

Kaiapoi based Food Rescue Charity

Volunteering Opportunity

JOIN OUR TEAM! Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Canterbury is on the lookout for volunteers to help plan a variety of Community Events to raise vital funds for our Youth Mentoring Programme: Do you enjoy planning and organising? Have some free time in your weekly schedule?

Email jo@bbbs.nz or call 03 310 7004 for more information

Services - Programmes

A reminder – we are now located in our new office at 209 High Street, Rangiora. In mid-August when the entire country was rapidly moved into Alert Level 4 lockdown conditions, the CAB service was quick to respond and continued to be available to help people with information and advice. This continued under Level 3. Our amazing team of volunteers and staff at CAB North Canterbury seamlessly continued to deliver the CAB service by phone and online from our own homes. This meant we could continue to operate and give information and advice on issues such as accessing the wage subsidy, advice on employment rights and housing rights, how to navigate sometimes quite complex relationships, concerns about safety, managing financial situations, just to name a few.

While this pandemic has created a crisis, people have also worked collectively to support each other through this challenging time. Community spirit is alive and well and CAB volunteers and staff are a testament to that. 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. All our services are free and confidential. Ngā mihi nui ki a koutou katoa The team at Citizens Advice Bureau North Canterbury You can 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

19 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

Working with a Financial Mentor • • •

Has your employment situation changed? Is your household income less than it was a couple of months ago? Maybe you’d like some support to help you renegotiate your repayments with some of your creditors?

If debt is causing you sleepless nights and you’d like to talk to someone who can actually help you make some headway – then contacting Budgeting Services North Canterbury (BSNC) is a great place to start. BSNC has a team of certificated Financial Mentors who each provide confidential and tailored help for your particular situation. The service is free – there is no cost to you at all. After talking with someone from our team you will be matched to a Financial Mentor who is best able to assist you with your situation. Then, together you agree your first appointment, which can be at our office in Rangiora, or in your own home (Covid-19 restrictions apply). Financial Mentors appreciate that speaking to someone else about your financial situation can be difficult, although many of our Financial Mentors have also been in similar situations at some stage in their lives – so they understand many of the challenges you might be facing. Our Financial Mentors are calm, kind and knowledgeable. However, for you to get the most out of your time with a Financial Mentor, it is best if you are open about your situation and are willing to consider making some changes to your spending habits which might be suggested. • • • •

A Financial Mentor will not take control of your money, all they can offer is to provide you with new tools and knowledge which might improve your situation – what you do is entirely up to you. A Financial Mentor can be an advocate for you, or provide you support and guidance to advocate for yourself. A Financial Mentor is able to empower you to make better household budgeting decisions. There is no obligation, all our services are free and confidential.

Take the first step now and contact our Service Manager, Sharon Grant, on 03 313 3505 or visit our website www.bsnc.org.nz

20 War Memorial Hall 1 Albert Street, Rangiora 7400 PO Box 351, Rangiora 7440 Office Phone: 03 313 3505 email: servicemanager@bsnc.org.nz www.bsnc.org.nz

Keeping everyone safe – Covid-19 Protocols are in effect  Please wear a face covering and sign in via the Covid Tracer App or by providing your details to staff.  Do keep a 2 metre distance from staff and others.  We ARE open and ready to provide you with budgeting advice and support.  All meetings are strictly by appointment only.  We ARE able to meet with you face-to-face.   We might be able to see walk-in clients. It is best to phone as we’re often out of the office.  Home visits are not available. Please call or email us to discuss alternative arrangements.  Call us on 03 313 3505 and we’ll contact you as soon as we can.  We will contact you by phone, mobile, text or email.  We can advocate on your behalf with WINZ, banks, creditors etc.  We regularly work with other support agencies and food banks; to provide you with additional assistance. Phone: 03 313 3505 Please leave a message and we’ll get back to you. Email: servicemanager@bsnc.org.nz Monday to Thursday 09:30 am to 4:00 pm

Friday 09:30 am to 11:30 am

If you cannot wait to talk with us, then please call the MoneyTalks helpline on 0800 345 123.

21 Registrations open for Next Steps cancer group exercise class Term 4 2021 Next Steps is a specialised group exercise programme run by Active Health’s Certified Cancer Rehabilitation Physiotherapist, Susan Larson. The classes combine pilates, yoga and cardiovascular exercises for a workout that is specifically designed to help women and men rebuild their strength, flexibility and stamina after cancer treatments. Classes are suitable after any type of cancer surgery or treatments and accommodate all ages, fitness levels and mobility. Next Steps benefits participants whether they attend one week or 10 years after their cancer treatment. The goal is to help people affected by cancer take the Next Step on their road to recovery, with the goal that following these classes they will be ready and confident to attend mainstream fitness classes, gym-based training or independent fitness. Registration is now open for Term 4 2021 which will run on Fridays from 12.30-1.30pm during the school term starting 22 October. Classes are held at the Rangiora Fitness Centre at 345 Flaxton Road, Rangiora. To read more about the exercise classes and to register please visit the Pinc and Steel website: www.pincandsteel.com/programs/next-steps/ For any questions about these local classes please contact Susan at Active Health Rangiora: susan@activehealth.co.nz or phone: 03 383 6290.

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.

Step Ahead Rangiora Rāhina - Monday October 2021 Pick up (by arrangement) from Kaiapoi and Amberley

Rāhina - Monday 4th 10:00 Coffee Morning

Rāhina - Monday 11th

Rāhina - Monday 18th

10:00 Day trip to Elvis Museum in Ashburton. Bring your lunch. 10:30 Next Step Forum - come and Afternoon walk at Sharplin Falls. have your say Wear comfortable shoes or bring a book to read and relax in the sun at the picnic area

10:00 Coffee Morning

12:00 Bring your lunch

1:00 Dancing for Fitness - wear comfortable clothes and do gentle exercise to music or 1:00 Walk - walk through Marshlands Road reserve to Orchard

1:00 Afternoon in Hagley Park enjoy the Botanic gardens or go for a stroll to the Rutherford’s Den museum in the Arts Centre for a tour ($5.00) or 1:00 Swim at Dudley Pool ($2.50)

10:30 Op Shopping or 10:30 Fun Quiz

Rāhina - Monday 25th Step Ahead Closed Labour Day

11:15 Meals on Wheels

Enhancing the well being of people who experience mental illness 86 Victoria Street, Rangiora BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Phone 0800 688 732 or txt 022 173 1673

Step Ahead Rangiora Rāhina - Wednesday October 2021 Pick up (by arrangement) from Kaiapoi and Amberley

Rāhina - Wednesday 6th

Rāhina - Wednesday 13th

Rāhina - Wednesday 20th

Rāhina - Wednesday 27th

10:00 Coffee Morning

10:30 Word Games

10:30 Group Jigsaw Puzzle

10:30 Newsletter - prepare for mailing

10:30 Ted Talk - you choose a topic

12:30 Bring your lunch

12:00 Bring your lunch

11:00 BBQ lunch at Pegasus ($2.50) - followed by a walk around the lake and some outdoor games

1:00 Walk at Lake Roto Kohatu

1:00 Afternoon at Spencer Park for a game of Mini golf ($3.00)

1:00 Cuppa out for Newsletter Volunteers

11:15 Meals on Wheels

Enhancing the well being of people who experience mental illness 86 Victoria Street, Rangiora BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Phone 0800 688 732 or txt 022 173 1673

24 BECOME SAFER ON OUR ROADS.

Need Help to gain your Restricted or Full Licence?

CDMP

Community Driver Mentor Programme

The Community Driver Mentor Programme matches up learner drivers with full licensed volunteer mentors to coach and learn safe driving practices and the skills for the driver to pass the restricted test.

Talk to Us Now. *Conditions apply.

For further information and to register your interest contact: Julia Graham m.021953754 e. julia.graham@salvationarmy.org.nz

The Salvation Army Driver Programmes Making our roads safer, our families mobile and our youth employable; a driving licence makes a difference.

Transforming Lives.

SENIOR CHEF Cooking classes for older adults

FREE 8-week cooking course for people 60+ (55+ Maori and Pasifika)

Enrolling now!

Kaiapoi

• Gain skills, confidence and motivation around cooking for one or two • Learn about nutrition for older adults, menu planning, shopping tips and more • Cook a meal in pairs using your free recipe book

How do I join? Call us on 0800 333 405 Where and when Kaiapoi High School 101 Ohoka Rd, Kaiapoi Saturdays, 10am - 1pm 23 Oct to 11 Dec 2021

• Share a meal with new friends

Visit us at www.seniorchef.co.nz for more information

Funding

Community Board Funding Available Calling all community groups, non-profit organisations, registered charities and incorporated societies with strong links and benefits to your communities. Do you need funding for projects, equipment, advertising? Your Community Board could help with grants up to $500. Application forms and grant criteria are available online or from any Council Service Centre or Library. For more information about funding contact com.board@wmk.govt.nz or phone 0800 965 468. Find out more at waimakariri.govt.nz

Training

Violence Free North Canterbury Presents…

Cultural Competency with Glorivale Leavers Trust A Professional Development Training Day with Liz Gregory 6th October 2021 | 9:30am–12:00pm Riverside Church, Kaiapoi The Glorivale Leavers Trust help Gloriavale Leavers become independent and integrate into local communities by offering compassionate support in practical, financial, spiritual, emotional and educational matters. They have support from a variety of social service agencies to help deliver timely advice that are suitable to each person. They assit with: - Finding Suitable Accommodation & Clothing - Financial Advice & Support - Career & Educational Advice - Emotional and Spiritual Support - Marriage, Parenting & Family Support - Lawyer’s Advice & Seeking Justice

THIS EVENT IS

FREE Morning tea provided.

Please advise us of your dietary requirements.

To register email natalie.paterson@wmk.govt.nz Please register early due to popularity

28 Mindfulness Based stress Reduction 8 week course: The gold standard of international mindfulness training Details: mindfulnessnorthcanterbury.wordpress.com/mbsr-2/

Starts 6 October. Small safe group, where we explore and train a different relationship with our thoughts, emotions, bodies and difficult experiences. Practice based and trauma sensitive mindfulness. Email: kate@mindfulnessnc.nz or Phone: 027 555 1755

Community Law Canterbury has planned a series of workshops for community groups for the remainder of this year. These will be provided in a digital format rather than face-to-face, so will be available despite whatever challenges Covid may bring. These workshops are available to volunteer Board/Committee members and to managers of local registered non-profits. These workshops will cover: • Social media and the law – legal things to be aware of when running your group’s facebook, website, instagram and other social media platforms • Updates for charitable trust - a legal update for trustees and managers • Updates for incorporated societies – information about the coming law change that will affect all incorporated societies, and some tips about what you can be doing now to prepare for this. If you’re a manager or a volunteer Board/Committee member of a Canterbury-based non-profit and you are interested in any of above, please email susan@canlaw.org.nz for more information.

Upcoming Online Workshops Trauma Informed Care Tuesday 19 October 9.30am - 12.30pm Educator : Sue Bagshaw

Responding to the needs of those who work with or support rangatahi through:

Research Evaluation Training Advocacy

info@collaborative.org.nz

Many people talk about trauma informed care: What does 'Trauma Informed Care' actually mean? What creates trauma in people’s lives? What is the ACE study? What is a HEADSS assessment and how might information from this support my mahi? How do people behave when they have been harmed? What difference to Care does it make if you know there has been trauma in the past? How can you help?

Anxiety in the Teen/Tween Years Tuesday 23 November 9.30am - 11.30am Educator : Catherine Gallagher This workshop aims to provide a basic understanding of anxiety and how in particular it relates to the tween/teen years. Those who attend will hopefully grow in both confidence and competence in supporting their young person to be brave in the face of anxiety so that the impact is lessened and their wellbeing is enhanced. Overview and learning Intentions: Making sense of anxiety and how it relates to young people Exploring why some people ‘suffer’ from anxiety and others do not Understand why adults are so vital in helping young people manage anxiety Build confidence around ‘what to do and when’ Briefly introduce some strategies that young people can use directly Increase the confidence of young people as they learn how to be brave in the face of anxiety and reduce its hold on them

www.collaborative.org.nz

Events

October 2021

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2nd: Annual Spring Fair 10.00am – 2.00pm, John Knox Centre, Rangiora. Come and enjoy the fun of the fair; baking, jams, books, all things gardening and more.

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

7th: Open Mic Comedy 7.00pm, Five Stags, Rangiora. Join us for a fun, relaxed night of stand-up comedy featuring some fantastic and funny comedians from all over Christchurch and North Canterbury! Tickets $10pp.

22nd – 23rd October: Rangiora (Northern) A&P Show 8.00am – 4.30pm, Northern A&P Association, 156 Ashley Street, Rangiora. A great day out for the family to experience the activities of a rural show. A range of family entertainment, food stalls, craft and trade plus a variety of livestock sections on show. Tickets: Adult $15, Child $5.

Ohoka Farmers Market Ohoka Domain, Mill Road, Ohoka. Every Friday 9am–12.30pm 31st October: The Waimakariri Light Party 2021 4.30pm – 7.30pm, Wylie Park, Kaiapoi. A community event for the whole family, offering a positive, fun alternative to trick or treating. Entertainment for the whole family. Bouncy castles, super slides, bumper boats, pony rides, climbing wall, bungee fun run and more. Entry by $2 donation.

KAIAPOI i-SITE Book your next adventure with the team at Kaiapoi i-SITE, and Do Something New, New Zealand! 143 Williams Street, Kaiapoi. Mon – Fri, 9am – 5pm.

Oxford Farmers Market Main St, Oxford. Every Sunday 9am–12pm. Oxford Craft Market Oxford Town Hall, Oxford. First Sunday of each month, 10am-2pm.

ART EXHIBITIONS Art on the Quay Opposites Attract until October 21st, “It’s All In the Mind You Know” from October 21st. Kaiapoi Library, 176 Williams Street, Kaiapoi Arts in Oxford INSIDEART: Creativity Knows No Bounds until Oct 31st. 72 Main Street, Oxford Chamber Gallery Rangiora Rangiora Library, 141 Percival Street, Rangiora.

All events are subject to Government rules under the current Covid-19 Alert Level. Please regularly check our website and Facebook page for updates on Alert Levels and subsequent event changes or cancellations.

MORE INFO AT: visitwaimakariri.co.nz/events or Kaiapoi i-Site Visitor Information Centre Ph: 03 327 3134 | E: info@kaiapoivisitorcentre.co.nz

Meeting 1st Thursday of the Month

6pm - 9pm @ Rangiora War Memorial Rooms.

Games features on Facebook “Leon Chambers Twitter “Seftonian Battle-Sports”

Contact Leon Chambers Ph. 021 059 8052

A Friendly Scene, A Good Game & A Fine Sport.

Team Swordplay with Battle-Sport Positions on a Live Action Battlefield Contact Leon Chambers Ph. 021 059 8052 Games features on Facebook “Leon Chambers Twitter “Seftonian Battle-Sports”

6 aturday Come Dancing... Friday 5 & S

N ov e m b e r

An evening for people with

Disabilities & Carers & Friends Entertainment by guest DJ Hitman & Marion Outlaws as entertainers

Tunes of Today & Yesteryear Easy Listening or come ‘Dancing’

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rangiora church baptist

WHEN:

Friday 5th & Saturday 6th November

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.

RSVP:

Numbers attending need to be confirmed to insure your entry to this event by 15 October 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

The Older Persons Expo has been postponed until April 2022 The annual initiative is a partnership between the Waimakariri District Council, Presbyterian Support, the Age-Friendly Advisory Group and Citizens Advice Bureau. The partners identified that one of the highest needs for older people is accessing the right service alongside being socially connected with their community.

When: Thursday 21 April 2022 Where: Rangiora Baptist Church, East Belt Free Entry and morning tea. Parking available. The Expo offers an opportunity to encourage older people to remain actively involved in their community and make use of the many social services available to support them. A number of organisations who provide services to senior adults in our District will have displays with staff and volunteers on hand to chat with and provide more information on their activities.

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Council Info

Digital Library at Home Want easy access to a large collection of books, audiobooks, magazines, newspapers and more? Visit our eLibrary page and browse our huge range of eResources for children and adults. eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines, Movies, StoryBox Library, New Zealand Geographic and more! Many of these resources require your library card and pin number to access them. If you don’t know your pin number, email us at library@wmk.govt.nz or send us a private Facebook message, with your full name and library card number so we can reset it for you.

Find out More libraries.waimakariri.govt.nz 03 311 8901

37 All Night Party The WaiYouth team are disappointed that they have had to cancel their 6th All Night Party event due to Covid. This was a difficult decision as they really love organising this iconic annual event, which each year has attracted around 200 young people from our District. A number of factors have led to this decision, including uncertainty around the changes to Alert Levels, and potential number restrictions on venues and transport at level 2. WaiYouth are confident that is the best option for the community at this time, as they cannot be sure that we will be at Alert level 1 by October. The decision has been made now so that venues, registered participants, and volunteers have plenty of notice. Event-wise, WaiYouth have already started to begin discussing “What’s next?” They are planning to organise a couple of smaller events this year that support both young people and the wider community. Rather than resting on their laurels, WaiYouth have also used this short hiatus to reframe their priorities, focusing on making a difference. They have undertaken a series of initiatives in collaboration with environmental groups, so that the Waimakariri District can continue to have an abundance of healthy and attractive outdoor spaces. These projects have included plantings and involvement in the Rakahuriri River clean-ups, alongside help with the recent opening of the Mainpower Multisport Stadium. We are really proud of this group of young people - their resilience, dedication and agility to adapt to the challenging environment that we are currently living in. Oh, and by the way … WaiYouth have confirmed that All Night Party will be back in 2022! So watch this space!

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Life & Times of a Rangiora Kid Join us with our co-hosts the Rangiora Museum, to hear local author Tom McLaren From tales of 1940’s school life, to hunting trips in Glentui to elephants parading down High Street; Tom will regale us with stories that will entertain and give a new appreciation for Rangiora’s rich history.

This event will run under Covid Alert Level 1. Date to be confirmed soon.

Bookings Required libraries.waimakariri.govt.nz

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It’s time to dust off your pencils, paint brushes or crayons! Illustrate your favourite book cover, character or library in this creative competition for all ages. Entries will be displayed to the public with prizes for the top artworks! Enter Now Find out more at libraries.waimakariri.govt.nz

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The Community Team! Martin Pugh Nicola Trolove Safe Community Facilitator

Community Development Facilitator

Rachel Thornton

Community Development Faciliator

Madeleine Burdon

Natalie Paterson

Age – friendly Community Facilitator

Safe Community Facilitator

Carolyn Boswell

Community Development Facilitator

Tessa Sturley

Community Team Manager

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