Chatter February 2024 - Waimakariri District Council

Community Groups News

February 2024 Whats on in Waimakariri?

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MSD Housing Workshop

Mobile Stop Smoking Clinic Information

Money problems?

Get help with debt management and budget advice Youth Development and Opportunities Trust 2024 Courses

What’s in

this Chatter edition Community Information

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Volunteering

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Services & Programmes

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Funding

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Youth

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Events

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Council Information

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Chatter is compiled by Waimakariri District Council Community Team

Private Bag 1005 Rangiora 7440 0800 965 468

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Greetings

from the Editor Kia ora readers and welcome back!

I hope you all had some meaningful days recharging your batteries. The “30 ways to Chill” ideas shared by the Community Team were very useful for me; exploring the wetlands, building a puzzle and meeting up with neighbours.

Feeling rested and energised we can dive right into 2024. There are loads of community activities, so get your diaries out!

There are workshops to help with being in the rental market, skills development opportunities for youth, a busy schedule of art and culture showcases, getting in touch with what indigenous biodiversity means and celebrating the world of volunteering.

If you would like to find out more about the community-based organisations who are driving a lot of these programs, come join us at the Volunteer Expos that will be held in March. Groups will promote the type of work they do and will be on hand to chat to potential volunteers. You! Volunteers from around Waimakariri will tell you that it is not only a means of giving back, but it is personally rewarding; a way to connect, be inspired and grow in their own learning.

The Community Team will continue to foster the relationships with the wonderful community groups who work to make for a caring, healthier, more connected and welcoming place.

I use the word “welcoming” with enthusiasm as Waimakariri is one of the more recent councils to sign on to the “Welcoming Communities Programme”, a project funded by Immigration NZ. A Welcoming Communities Plan will be co-designed with community members to develop ideas and activities where they may be needed. It will also be an opportunity to showcase and elevate existing initiatives that help make newcomers feel at home and a part of this beautiful district.

So welcome to 2024 Chatter friends, stay connected, get involved and celebrate our diverse and vibrant district.

Aimee

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Community Information

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.

Mondays: 7.30pm–8.30pm Durham Street Methodist Church, 309 Durham Street North, Christchurch Central City. Carpark around back on Chester St West.

Contact Details: Phone: (03) 662 9128, Email: contact@aeanz.org Website: AEAnz.org

Wednesdays: 7.30pm–8.30pm Held online, visit AEAnz.org for details of how to join.

Fridays: 7.30pm– 8.30pm St Mark’s Presbyterian Church, 150 Withells Road, Avonhead, Christchurch.

Mighty Music Movers (preschool age group) Term 1 will re commence on Wednesday 7 February in St Bartholomew Church Hall, 23 Cass Street, Kaiapoi.

Music, movement, play and social time, 10am-11.30am.

Cost per family: $3 For more information please contact Margaret, ph 03 327 6404.

Upcoming Workshops Introduction to herbs Saturday 24 February 2024 at 10am Kaiapoi Community Garden open day Sunday 3 March at 10am End of summer garden care Saturday 30 March at 10am Garlic growing and preserving Saturday 27 April at 10am Fermenting Saturday 25 May at 10am $5 per person. For more event details go to facebook.com/kaiapoicommunitygarden

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“Let’s normalise depression. The language is very important as many people still see it as a negative and some people don’t know why they are the way they are.” says Bryon Cope of Depression Support Network.

A support group is happening in Kaiapoi in collaboration with the Person 2 Person Help Trust. Confidentially is paramount.

Anyone wanting to attend the support group meetings needs to be a Depression Support client.

To connect please call Bryon on (03) 366 8083 or 027 298 6445 or bryon@dsn.org.nz

6 Nau mai haere mai from the rangers at Te Kōhaka o Tūhaitara Trust!

We all hope you had a kirihimete ātaahua me te tau hou harikoa. All the rangers down at Tūhaitara Coastal Park sure did, with everything down at the park running relatively smoothly over the break.

The bouts of rain and sunshine we have been having have benefited many of our later-season plantings; down south, an array of natives were planted back in October at an old forestry skid site.

Makomako (Aristotelia serrata) was a species planted that particularly enjoyed the weather and the mulch left behind by log harvesting that had begun breaking down. The makomako planted has already doubled in size, with large, healthy, vibrant green leaves!

Many factors affect plant growth, including but not limited to light, nutrient and water availability, soil composition and structure, all of which differ throughout the park. This diversity in conditions is why you might notice that many plantings establish and grow at different rates. If you look closely, you will see that the species between spots often differ, too. It is essential that when restoring forests and wetlands, we work with the plants and the environment to help increase chances of success. We can do this by looking at the environment and the factors that affect plant growth and then choosing species that favour the area's conditions and trying to mimic natural areas in their layering.

Miss Daisy's node located on Woodend Beach Road has shown to have favourable conditions for many of our native species.

The growth rate here has been incredible; this node was planted in August 2022, and the plants have taken off in just under 1.5 years. We couldn't be prouder of the progress made, thanks to our team's hard work and dedication and the support of our community. Together, we are positively impacting our environment and preserving the beauty of our coastal park.

We also want to say a special thanks to the men down at the Menz Shed in Kaiapoi; the guys have been creating wētā and invertebrate hotels to put around the park to facilitate our education programmes and help us understand more about life within Tūhaitara Coastal Park.

These hotels simultaneously provide extra habitat while the biota nodes and planting are still establishing. With the help of the

Kihitara, a native invertebrate, captured consuming its prey by one of our rangers Mikaela W.

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Miss Daisy’s biota node growth in just under 1.5 years. Top image was taken just after the node was planted in August 2022. Bottom Image was taken in January 2024 by Nick C. school groups, the rangers will also get some lizard hotels up and running so we can better understand these little creatures, too!

some old wood to create your insect hotel filled with an array of forgeable items like sticks and pine cones.

We encourage those of you reading to get the kids and create your habitats at home for invertebrates, wētā, or lizards; this can be done by either stacking some stones in the garden, planting a native wildflower seed mix, or getting creative and recycling

Website: www.tuhaitarapark.org.nz Facebook: Friends of Tūhaitara Coastal Park Instagram: tkot_friendsoftuhaitarapark

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Jan - Feb 2024

Cancer Society: 43 Church St, Rangiora. 7473 Phone: 0800 22 66 95

Local Peer Support

Art for Wellbeing: Held every Monday (except public holidays) 10am-12pm. Address: Kaiapoi Baptist Church, 67 Fuller Street, Kaiapoi. Facilitated by Viv Kepes.

Next session 29/1/24 **We are also planning a workshop for children ages 9 & over on the 27th of January.

Please register interest with CS team** Rangiora Walking & Coffee group: Held every Tuesday 9:30am. Meeting point is outside The Warehouse at 9:30 for a walk around Northbrook Waters & then a coffee at the Station Cafe at 10:30 for some friendly peer support. Facilitated by Glenda & Chris, the group is for both patients & carers.

Next session 6/2/24 Patient support & information group: Address: 43 Church Street, Rangiora. Shared morning tea and discussion around potential speakers and topics for the year.

Next session 1/2/24 Oxford support group: Held 3rd Wednesday of each month @ 10am. Address: Cafe 51, Main Street, Oxford. Facilitated by Ans & the Oxford Volunteer Cancer Society Support Group.

Catch up with volunteers, patients & carers. All welcome to join them for a coffee & chat.

Next session 21/2/24 Cheviot support group: Held 2nd Wednesday of each month @ 10-11:30am. Address: Craft Centre, 15 Seddon Street, Cheviot. Patients & carers are welcome to join the volunteers for a cuppa & a chat.

Next session 14/2/24 Gynae Cancer Peer Support Group: Held every 2nd Monday of a month (except public holidays). Address: Hope trust, 115 East Belt, Rangiora. Facilitated by Catharine Next session 12/2/24 Life Beyond Cancer Support Group: Held last Thursday of each month. Facilitated by Kylie Tolman.

A regular support for those who have completed treatment or living with a long-term cancer that are seeking support & ideas to adjust to their new life.

Next session 29/2/24

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Rural Clinics

Appointments available locally for all cancer patients & carers to find out about treatment related support services & rehabilitation. Held as required at health facilities.

Waikari, Amuri, Hanmer, Kaikōura@ Health Centres, with Gabrielle Oxford @ Oxford Hospital with Emma Amberley @ Amberley Medical Centre with Jackie every 2nd & 4th Fridays 10am12:30pm Other resources & supports

Look Good Feel Better workshops for Woman are available face to face at the Cancer Society, Rangiora. Confirmed dates for Rangiora Sat 18 May and Sat 2 November.

Workshops for Men are available online. To register please book online @ lgfb.co.nz/programmes.

Blue Bros exercise class & peer support for men with a cancer diagnosis.

This dedicated group extends a warm welcome to new patients. Held Mon & Fri each week (exc. public holidays) @8:15am, Venue: Mainpower Stadium, Coldstream Road, Rangiora. Facilitated by Mischa. To register, contact Dave on 027 202 7525.

Prostate Foundation support group monthly meeting in Rangiora is on 2nd Tuesday of each month. Contact Dean and Lois on 021 0224 6078 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 Tues, Artisan Cafe) and CHCH (1st Wed, Kidd’s Cakes, Cranford St). Start for Rangiora 5th of March. For information contact Brent on 03 313 5744, Diane on 027 416 4185. Email: ostomycanterbury@gmail.com to learn more about education and support for patients and families.

12 Sweet Louise Support for those with advanced breast cancer. Contact: Ashley 027 328 8003 or go to website sweetlouise.co.nz Now offering a monthly coffee & support group in Rangiora.

Talk Peach Gynecological Awareness and Education website talkpeach.org.nz Shocking Pink online and in-person (CHCH) for women in their 20s and 30s with breast cancer www.shockingpink.org.nz Lymphoedema Education Sessions (also via Zoom). Held each month on the 11:00 to 12.30 p.m. 2nd Tuesday of the month in the Chapel, Burwood Hospital. Enter via Gate 3, Mairehau Road. Learn skills for the selfmanagement of lymphoedema. To book phone 03 383 6833 or email physiobd@cdhb.health.nz to register.

Kaikoura Blues Bros group for men in Kaikōura Wednesdays at 10am Please call Blou 027 562 0811 to register.

Leukemia and Blood Cancer NZ - 0800 15 10 15, 20 Cashel Street, CHCH. For more information on services check out http://www.leukaemia.org.nz/ Pinc & Steel Cancer Rehabilitation with a Certified Cancer Rehabilitation Physiotherapist is available through Active Health offering group & individual sessions. 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. A unique opportunity to discuss any aspect of death and dying over a cuppa. Hosted at Waimakariri & Hurunui Libraries and held once a month at various locations in North Canterbury. Contact to liza-w@outlook.com find our more.

Canbead jewellery workshops with Kirstee from Can Inspire Trust www.caninspire.org.nz 2024 Rangiora dates to be confirmed. Cheviot workshop 13 March. Contact CS office to register.

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Share your ideas.... We are keen to help facilitate new and interesting topics and activities that will help support you through your journey. Let us know what you need.

Please email your ideas to northcanty@cancercwc.org.nz or phone CS team on 0800 22 66 95

New Groups & one off events: Online Carer Support Group: Each group will have a maximum of 4 & will initially be facilitated by Glenda CS Volunteer with lived experience.

Writers Group with Jason Clements from Waimakariri District Libraries. In 2021, Jason ran a very successful workshop series for patients to learn the art of crafting different styles of poetry. This is likely to be on a Mon or Thurs in Rga or Fridays in Kaiapoi begin Term 1 2024. If you would like to be part of this, please contact the CS team.

Grief & Loss Workshop for people who have recently lost someone with cancer, will be continuing at various times throughout the year. Contact CS team for more information.

Aqua exercise class for all patients. CS patients can join the Thursday Aqua Ease class at Dudley Park pool on Thursday 12 noon to 12:45. Class resumes 11th of Jan. Cost $5 p/p. Please book a place with CS team.

Get involved!

Our fundraising initiatives for 2024 Longest Day Golf Challenge until 31 January - Read the stories and find out how to join up here longestday.org.nz

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We’re currently looking for TUTORS (part time) Youth Development & Opportunities Trust (YDOT) is on the look-out for community-minded, tradespeople who have the time and vision to pass the baton of skills and knowledge to young people. Our schedule may suit retired/semi-retired or self-employed trades people. We offer short modular courses to small groups (no more than 6 young people per course).

Our Trade Training courses run two half days per week for 8 weeks within a school term. We are flexible and can adjust course hours to suit a Tutor. We place registered students for each course within a selection criterion to ensure young people get the most out of, not only the opportunity to learn in a hands-on trade training environment, but also benefit from mentoring in our well-equipped purposebuilt workshops.

We are also keen to engage a suitable Trainer for our Gym Circuit fitness program which includes boxing and boot camp style workouts. Tutoring options also becoming available soon for our Hospitality Plus course. All courses operate in North Canterbury.

Check out our website www.ydot.co.nz Direct enquiries to our Manager: Dave Stevens info@ydot.co.nz

PROVIDING OPPORTUNITIES, RESOURCES AND DIRECTION FOR YOUTH TO DEVELOP SKILLS FOR LIFE

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VACANCY BOARD OF TRUSTEES Passionate about the wellbeing of our North Canterbury community? Keen to make a difference?

Then you might be just the person we’re looking for to join our Board of Trustees.

Community Wellbeing North Canterbury Trust provides free social and community services that support North Canterbury.

Our Trustees provide strategic direction and strong governance to ensure Community Wellbeing achieves its goals both now and in the future.

APPLY NOW You’ll need to be a North Canterbury local, with knowledge and experience in governance and an understanding of service delivery in the NGO sector. You can find a full description of this voluntary role on our website: www.wellbeingnc.org.nz/careers Or you can email your request for an application pack: info@wellbeingnc.org.nz Applications in te reo Māori are welcome.

Applications close 5pm, Sun 11th Feb 2024

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Do you smoke? Come along to…

Free Mobile Stop Smoking Clinic Time: 10am – 2pm Date: 27th February 2024 @ Raven Quay – Outside Kaiapoi Library FREE Patches, Gum & Lozenges FREE ongoing support from a Quit Coach FREE tailored programme to suit you and your whān na u

Come and get your Carbon Monoxide levels tested with a Smokerlyzer® breath test

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Volunteering

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Volunteer Van Assistants Needed Presbyterian Support’s Enliven Positive Ageing services are looking for Van Assistants to safely assist the transport of our clients to and from the Totara Club in Rangiora.

The days available are Monday through to Friday. You would need to be able to offer an hour and a half once a fortnight in the morning or in the afternoon.

Please contact Roni on 021 65 74 74 or call in at the Ngawi Thompson Centre, 258 High Street, Rangiora for more information.

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WAIMAKARIRI

BIKE

PROJECT volunteers needed Waimakariri Bike Project are looking for people who enjoy fixing push bikes and learning about bike mechanics.

If you like to tinker with bikes of all shapes and sizes, help people in the community to repair their cycles, and talk about chains, gears, tyres and all things cycling, then the WBP needs you.

Prior experience with bikes useful but not essential - all you need is a desire to learn and a can-do attitude.

WBP would love for you to volunteer with us during our weekly workshops...

6pm - 8pm Wednesday nights during the school term To find out more message us on Facebook, or visit us at Dudley Park Pavilion during a workshop.

WBP IS SUPPORTED BY...

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Are you aged 18 or over?

Do you have a driver's licence?

Do you live in North Canterbury?

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If you answered YES and can commit one hour, once a week, YOU are invited to apply for the role of volunteer mentor!

Contact us to find out more; 03 310 7004

northcanterbury@bbbs.nz

@bbbsnorthcanty

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We look forward to helping you in 2024 with free, confidential, independent information and advice about your rights and the services available in our community.

We offer additional services for clients including:

Hours Our office is open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9.30am to 3.30pm and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9am to 4.30pm.

• free Budgeting, Employment, Immigration and Legal clinics (please check for days/times)

Services Our service is not-for-profit and delivered by trained volunteers. We’re available faceto-face, by phone and by email.

• a face-to-face settlement information service to newcomers to New Zealand.

No question is too big or too small to bring to us. We’ll listen, research and assist you in any way we can. There’s no time limit on how long you can spend with one of our volunteers.

Even if you’ve taken some steps already, we’re happy to discuss options with you and perhaps find even more information to support you. It can be very helpful to talk things over before taking action.

• free Justice of the Peace service (please check for days/times)

• free CV preparation and cover letter service (by appointment only)

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

23 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: https://www.tehawaitaha.nz/

What can I expect?

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Access FREE Nicotine Replacement Therapy (patches, gum and lozenges)

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Customised support including incentive programmes

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Information on using medications, withdrawals and setting a quit date

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Use a Smokerlyzer for regular Carbon Monoxide readings

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 anytime.

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Te Wahapūahoaho

Have you been bereaved by suicide?

Our hearts and understanding go out to you.

We provide a free grief education and support programme and invite you to join.

Waves is an 8-week course delivered by trained facilitators to support the wellbeing and resilience of adults bereaved by suicide.

Held in Rangiora, North Canterbury Day Tuesday Time 7pm – 9pm Start date 20 February 2024 To register, email rebecca@yellowbrickroad.org.nz or call 022 639 3582

This is a programme developed by Skylight and delivered by Yellow Brick Road.

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Are you supporting a whānau member experiencing mental health challenges?

We provide mental health support for families and can help you.

Registration Required. Families/Whānau wanting to attend any of the Yellow Brick Road Programmes must contact us on Ph 03 366 9284 or 0800 876 682 or email support.canterbury@yellowbrickroad.org.nz Please leave a message if the phone is unable to be answered.

All Programmes are free of charge and will be held in Christchurch for Term 1.

Waves Suicide Bereavement Programme will be held in North Canterbury in Term 2.

Term 1 Programme: Name Description Family/ Peer group for Whānau families who are group supporting a person meeting in mental distress Peer group for parents with a Parenting youth aged 14 to 25 Youth years in mental distress Peer group for men Men's supporting a family Group member in mental distress Programme for Stepping women supporting Out For a family member in Women mental distress For those who have a family member or FACTS friend with BPD or a emotion dysregulation

Waves (Skylight)

Suicide Bereavement Programmes

Date

Time

Length

starts Wed. 21 Feb.

11am to 1pm

monthly

from Thurs. 28 March

7 to 8.30pm

monthly

starts Feb.

10am to 12pm

monthly

starts Sat. 27 Feb.

Sat.9am to 3.30pm, Thurs.12 to 2.30pm

Sat, then 4 weekly meetings on Thurs.

starts Tues.

April 9

6 to 8pm

6 weekly meetings

Tues. 20 Feb.

12.30 to 2.30pm

8 weeks

7 to 9pm

8 weeks

6 to 8pm

8 weeks

Wed. 21 February North Canterbury Tues. 30 April

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Peer Support North Canterbury Comcare Trust is a recovery focused organisation that provides free mental health and addiction services in the Waimakariri and Hurunui Districts for people with diagnosed mental illness and/or addiction. issues.

Peer Support: Peer Supporters in North Canterbury can meet regularly to provide one to one in person support as a fully mobile service within the Waimakariri and Hurunui districts. Comcare’s Peer Support Service supports people, through shared experience, to make sense of what is happening for them and how they want to move forward.

Peer Support helps people to understand each other because they’ve ‘been there’, shared similar experiences, and can model for each other a willingness to learn and grow. In Peer Support, people come together with the intention of changing unhelpful patterns and getting out of ’stuck’ places. Promoting a ‘trauma-informed’ way of relating to ourselves, Peer Support pushes us to move towards. It focuses on what and where we want to be, rather than focussing on what we need to stop doing.

Referrals: Peer Support is for anyone aged 18+ who is experiencing mental distress and/or addictions. People can self-refer, be referred by SMHS, their GP or other community services.

Visit www.comcare.org.nz/generic-referral to complete a referral.

For Peer Support, select “Support to understand how my mental health or addiction impacts me” or “Support to understand my barriers to moving forward” from the What support is required field.

Free Phone: 0800 537 3464

www.comcare.org.nz

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Hope Community Trust Counselling Centre

SHOW STRENGTH. SEEK HELP. We have a team of wonderful, caring and professional counsellors ready to journey with you at this time.

Counselling available for: Relationships, Grief and Loss, Fear and Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma and Stress, Mental Health, Personal Growth, Identity Issues.

The Hope Community Trust runs a professional counselling service in which we aim to provide quality outcomes whilst removing barriers to accessing help with a wide range of issues. All you need to do is contact us or fill in a referral form online and we will contact match you with the best suited counsellor.

Our service is confidential. We want to make counselling accessible to everyone, so we can negotiate payment by looking at available funding options.

Enquire today by 03 928 3066 or support@hopecommunity.co.nz. Referral forms can be found online www.thehopecommunitytrust.org

Pick up (by arrangement) from Kaiapoi and Amberley

Rāhina - Monday 5th

Rāhina - Monday 12th

9:30 Day Trip to Devil's Punchbowl Kaiapoi pick up 9am

9:30 Day Trip to Okains Bay Kaiapoi pick up 9am

Rāhina - Monday 19th 10:00 Coffee Morning

10:00 Coffee Morning

10:30 Exercise - on site at your own pace

10:30 Member/Staff Liaison Meeting

11:15 Meals on Wheels Round 2

Explore the waterfall and surrounding rivers.

Rāhina - Monday 26th

11:00 Tai Chi with Rosie or 11:00 Walk 'n Draw at Northbrook Wetlands

12:00 Bring Lunch

12:00 Bring lunch

1:00 Swim at Dudley Pool ($2.50) or 1:30 Flower Farm Visit - visit the Sunflower Farm ($3 per stem if picking a stem for yourself)

12:30 Visit Rusty Acre - explore the beautiful gardens and sculpture park ($5) or 1:00 Op Shopping

After lunch we will visit the Otira Viaduct Lookout

Walking and swimming. Bring lunch, togs, towel, water bottle and sunscreen Bring lunch, water bottle, hat and sunscreen Return by 4:30pm

Return by 4:30pm

Enhancing the wellbeing of people who experience mental health distress North Canterbury Musical Society - 189 Northbrook Road, Rangiora BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Phone 0800 688 732 or txt 022 173 1673

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Step Ahead Rangiora Rāhina - Monday February 2024

Step Ahead Rangiora Rāapa - Wednesday February 2024 Pick up (by arrangement) from Kaiapoi and Amberley

Rāapa - Wednesday 7th

Rāapa - Wednesday 14th 10:00 Coffee Morning

8:30am Clydesdale Wagon Trip at Erewhon $20 ($10 deposit by 1st February please) Kaiapoi pick up at 8am

10:30 Day out at Waikuku Visit the Lavender Fields

Rāapa - Wednesday 21st 10:00 Coffee Morning 10:30 Newsletter Mailout

Rāapa - Wednesday 28th 10:00 Coffee Morning 10:30 Day out in Christchurch Visit CoCA - Centre of Contemporary Art /Toi Moroki

12:00 Bring lunch

Bring lunch Bring lunch, water bottle, hat and sunscreen

Bring lunch to have at Waikuku Beach

1:00 Cuppa out for volunteers

After lunch we will do the Botanic Gardens Walking Tour

After lunch we will go for a walk on the beach and visit local attractions Return by 4pm Return by 4pm

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Enhancing the wellbeing of people who experience mental health distress North Canterbury Musical Society - 189 Northbrook Road, Rangiora BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Phone 0800 688 732 or txt 022 173 1673

30 War Memorial Hall 1 Albert St, Rangiora 7400 PO Box 351, Rangiora 7440 Office phone: 03 313 3505 North Canterbury www.bsnc.org.nz

Terrible with money?

Debt problems?

We can teach you to manage your money better

Need help to access your Kiwisaver?

We provide a free and confidential service

We can talk to other agencies on your behalf

For anyone in the Waimakariri or Hurunui District

Contact: Sharon Grant | Service Manager E-mail: servicemanager@bsnc.org.nz Ph: 03 313 3505 Office: War Memorial Hall, 1 Albert Street, Rangiora Find us on Facebook: (Budgeting Services North Canterbury)

www.bsnc.org.nz

Supported by: MSD and the Rātā Foundation Affiliated member of FinCap (National Building Financial Capability Charitable Trust) Registered Charity Number: CC10710

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Funding

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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 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 funding is dollar for dollar.

The next funding round is open 1 March to 31 March 2024.

Check out the criteria and apply online at: enterprisenorthcanterbury.co.nz/eventfunding/waimakariri-event-fund/ or Email: events@visitwaimakariri.co.nz The Waimakariri Event Fund is WDC funding administered by ENC.

Mainpower Community Fund Nomination 2024 Nominate a school or community group to receive a share of $40,000.

MainPower values its relationship with the Waimakariri, Hurunui and Kaikōura communities and is a major contributor to the region.

Through our community fund sponsorship programme, MainPower supports several projects and events each year.

The MainPower Community Fund is a contestable fund available to not-forprofit organisations, community groups and schools operating in or serving the Waimakariri, Hurunui and Kaikōura regions.

Once all nominations have been reviewed, they will be submitted to a committee of MainPower representatives for their recommendations and input. Following that, the recommendations will be submitted to the MainPower Executive team for approval.

Nominations close on 2nd April 2024.

Go to: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ Community_Fund_2024

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Are you a Waititi?

Or more of a Whitney?

No matter who you are, your creative project may be eligible for funding.  waimakariri.govt.nz/creative The first round of applications for the year will open on Monday 26 February and close on Monday 25 March 2024. #ArtsForAllKinds

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NEED FUNDING FOR A COMMUNITY PROJECT? Your Community Board can support your project with grant funding.

Application forms and grant criteria are available online or from any Council Service Centre. For more information about funding visit the Council website.

Find out more at waimakariri.govt.nz/communitygrants

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Youth

PROVIDING OPPORTUNITIES, RESOURCES AND DIRECTION FOR YOUTH TO DEVELOP SKILLS FOR LIFE

It’s that time of year again…planning for the year ahead?

Maybe it’s your time to get a registration in for our courses which run ‘per term’ and include Trade Training and Gym Circuit training. Small group numbers, working in fully equipped ‘as like’ workshops/Gym. Our selection process is based on the information received by direct registration through our website www.ydot.co.nz

Courses are run at our fully equipped Trade Training Centre in Flaxton Road, Rangiora. 8-week modules made up of 3-4hrs x 2 days per week during each school term. Graduation Certificates are issued on completion of course work

Registrations of interest are now welcome for 2024 courses Course dates/times are published on our website: To Register go to www.ydot.co.nz

GYM Circuit Training – FREE COURSE!!

Learn more about Gym equipment and technique in a fun environment suitable for all capabilities. Grab a friend, or just come along and up the fitness level with a qualified trainer.

This course runs 2 evenings per week AND the course is FREE, but you must register.

There is a one-off registration fee of $10pp.

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GROW Poipoia te kākano kia puāwai Nurture the seed and it will blossom

for FREE 24 15 - lds o year ow yn

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Goals Resilience Opportunity Wellbeing Small groups Includes outdoor activities Hands-on training Team work Social connections 5 ways to wellbeing GROW, COOK, ENJOY

Learn how to grow veges and herbs. Pick straight from the garden beds and learn how to cook.

BARISTA TRAINING

Cafe skills, learn how to make coffee and serve.

GET READY FOR WORK

Including Driver learner licence workshop, CV writing, interview skills and practice.

GOALS AND PLANNING

Explore opportunities and achieve your goals in education and employment.

0800 60 50 60 03 313 5874 | 027 519 9069 Comcol North Canterbury info.nc@comcol.ac.nz comcolnorthcanterbury 140 East Belt, Rangiora

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• feel safe and supported • grow in confidence • gain real-life skills • have fun and meet new friends • enjoy learning • be proud of yourself • graduate with a purpose!

Initial 12 week group programme with ongoing one-on-one mentoring

40 Events FEBRUARY 2024 | Book Launch WAIMAKARIRI EVENTS

Adopted the whole family. There’ll be live entertainment, a Kaiapoi High School hangi, kapa haka, several market stalls, bouncy castles, pony rides, face painting and more!

Free to enter. Wristbands for unlimited access to amusements are available for $5 at the event.

MARKETS KAIAPOI ARTISAN MARKET

Morgan Williams Reserve,

Charles St, Kaiapoi.

Loss, love, family and reunion | By Jo Willis and Brigitta Baker Every Saturday, 9am–12.30pm.

Adopted is the powerful and honest account of two of the OHOKA FARMERS MARKET Domain, Mill Road, Ohoka.

3-6 AROHA ESSENCE FESTIVAL thousands of children adopted during era of closedOhoka adoption in GOODthe STREET BEATS Every Friday, 9am-12pm.

12pm – 3.30pm, Journeys End 14 DECand 2023 –the 2 MARCH 2024: 1980s.

Aotearoa New Zealand, between 1955 early OXFORD FARMERS MARKET

Campground, 202 Smarts Road, Loburn Aroha Essence Festival is a magical, vegan, whānau-friendly festival and retreat held each year. Experience for yourself the traditional Māori arts, taonga pūoro sounds, musical and wellness offerings and modalities within this intimate festival setting.

Tickets start from $80 and are available online at humanitix.com.

Listen to a range of artists and

Main St, Oxford.

musical genres on the Good Join us at the Rangiora Library, to hear co-author Brigitta EveryBaker’s Sunday, 9am–12pm.

Street stage until early March. own story around closed adoption. Come down, enjoy the sun and OXFORD CRAFT MARKET

23 IT STARTS WITH A SONG – RANDY GAMBILL 7.30pm – 9.30pm, Pines Kairaki Community Hall Boogie with friends at this house style concert by international touring musician Randy Gambill.

Randy will be mixing his originals with some classic sing along tunes from the likes of Guy Clarke, Allman Brothers, James Taylor and more!

Tickets $25pp. To book, text Nigel from Down By The River on 027 404 7712.

the sounds during lunchtime concerts on Thursday and Saturday. Bring your own cushion or foldout chair and get ready for a great time on Good Street this summer! www.waimakariri.govt.nz

WHY NOT MAKE A DAY OF IT?

9-11 WAIMAKARIRI COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL

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 9am – 2.30pm

NORTH CANTERBURY CREATIVE MARKET

Check website for dates and locations.

ART EXHIBITIONS

10am – 5pm, Rangiora Showgrounds Pavilion Enjoy a multi-day country music festival with plenty of motorhome parking. Bring a chair and enjoy savouries, ham rolls, cakes, tea and coffee as you listen to a range of artists. $50 for the weekend, $15 for a day, $20 for the Saturday night showcase. Tickets at the door.

ART ON THE QUAY

Kaiapoi Library 176 Williams Street, Kaiapoi

CHAMBER GALLERY

Rangiora Library 141 Percival Street, Rangiora

OXFORD GALLERY 24 OXFORD ARTISAN MARKET & VINTAGE CAR DISPLAY

72 Main Street, Oxford

10am – 2pm, Oxford Gallery,

Main Street, Oxford Discover over 30 day Wednesday 1772 August 2022 • 6.30pm Journey to Oxford as a family and trip ideas sure to inspire enjoy an all-round creative vibe visitwaimakariri.co.nz/itineraries Rangiora Library as you peruse artisan stalls and

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WAITANGI DAY FAMILY FESTIVAL

take part in a kids’ art competition.

Afterwards, choose from several food and drink options to refresh yourself with, then marvel at a range of vintage cars on display for the afternoon.

Free entry.

Bookings Essential

10am – 2pm, Trousselot Park, Kaiapoi Discover a fabulous and free day out in Kaiapoi that is suitable for

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KEEP IN TOUCH

events@visitwaimakariri.co.nz visitwaimakariri.co.nz/events

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indigo artists Indigo @ Chamber Gallery Rangiora 27 Jan to 29 Feb

42 Sassafras – Bluegrass band is coming to the Balcairn Hall Saturday 17 February 2024, 7.30 pm For the very first time ever, the USA is coming to Balcairn this year!!

Balcairn Hall is pleased to be hosting a very cool, very fun, very fast paced bluegrass band, Sassafras, straight from the Foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, USA. Their repertoire includes a range of musical styles including Ole-time, Country, Folk, Western Swing and original bluegrass.

Sassafras is made up of four professional and very talented musicians, Wes Tuttle (Mandolin, Fiddle, Vocals), Randy Gambill (Guitar, Vocals), Gray Tuttle (Banjo, Vocals) & Josh Scott (Bass, Guitar, Vocals), and they have played with an incredible range of prominent Bluegrass and Americana artists and at a very large list of festivals and concert halls in the USA and internationally.

They will be paying homage to the origins of Bluegrass music - the Bill Monroe and Flatt & Scruggs era - but also enjoy pushing the edge of progressive 'Newgrass' music as well.

Bluegrass music is the toe-tapping, fast paced music associated with the Appalachian region of the USA. It has its roots in traditional English, Scottish, and Irish ballads and dance tunes, mixed up with blues and jazz.

If you love good quality music, excellent talent and of course the best of Bluegrass, then this band is surely one not to be missed.

Learn more about the band at their website: idigsassafras.com/

Concert: Balcairn Hall, Ashbys Road, Balcairn Saturday 17 February 2024, 7.30 pm Tickets $30 available from:

☆ Sally Mac's, Amberley

☆ Sefton Garage

☆ Stan's 7 Day Pharmacy, Rangiora

☆ Online www.balcairn.com

• Famous country supper included • alcohol-free event • merch • BYO cushion • ROAR

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Family Fun Gal Saturday 24 February 2024

11am - 4pm

Come and join us at the beautiful Ashley Gorge Reserve for a day of family fun and laughter, reminiscent of the historical New Year’s Day celebrations.

We’ll have heaps of activities going to keep young and old entertained: •

Pak N Save Duck Race

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Painted Stone Treasure Hunt

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MC Games and Competitions

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Hot Ham Rolls

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Bouncy Castle

Monster Raffle Music

Fairy Face Painting

Cool Water River Swimming

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Lions Food Caravan Candy Floss

BBQ Facilities

Quiet Area for the little’uns

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45 Back to Basics Waimakariri 2024: Calling Stallholders and Volunteers!

The Back to Basics Waimakariri expo is back on Saturday 20 April, 11am-2pm at Rangiora Baptist Church Hall, and we want YOU to be a part of this vibrant community event.

Hosted by Eco Educate, TimeBank Waimakariri and Food Secure North Canterbury, this family-friendly community event is all about sharing skills and building community connections. Share and discover skills like sewing, baking, fixing and growing while connecting with local community groups to explore their incredible initiatives.

Check out the highlights from previous events on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/BacktoBasicsExpoWaimak We're seeking Stallholders and Volunteers to help make Back to Basics Waimakariri 2024 even better than ever!

Stallholders: Showcase your skills or promote your organisation/community group and workshops. Participation is free, but we welcome donations for a raffle. While this is a salesfree event, feel free to collect contact details from interested parties.

Volunteers: Help us ensure the smooth running of this fantastic event.

For registrations and more information, email backtobasicswaimakariri@gmail.com or contact Lesley at 027 333 1344 or Mandy, TBW Coordinator, at 021 0265 4071.

Let's come together to celebrate skills, community connections, and the vibrant spirit of Waimakariri!

46 Council Information APPLICATION TIPS & TRICKS Private Housing Market How to best present yourself and apply for private rentals MSD are currently offering a housing workshop for anyone interested in learning more about applying for private rental properties and/or seeking advice/support to retain a current rental property.

For those seeking help to secure a private rental property, the workshop contains helpful information and the opportunity to create an electronic rental profile on the day, which is becoming increasing common as the preferred option for applying for rental properties.

For those who might need help to retain the property they already have, we have specialist support available for this at the workshop too.

WHEN

10:30am Wednesday 14 February

WHERE

The Salvation Army 12 Ashley Street, Rangiora

Email to register: canty_housing_broker_service@msd.govt.nz

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FREE ENGLISH LANGUAGE CLASSES Come along to our classes to improve your speaking, listening and grammar skills through a range of interesting topics!

Every Saturday, 3 February–23 March 2024 • 10am–1pm Rangiora Town Hall Function Room • 303 High Street, Rangiora 3, 10, 24 February • 2, 9 March War Memorial Hall • 24 High Street, Rangiora 17 February • 16, 23 March Enrol Now Julie Cloughley | Tutor Email: cloughju@hotmail.com Phone: 027 403 8245

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Waimakariri District Community Networking Forums 2024 2024 Schedule

Kaiapoi 12noon–1pm

Oxford 12noon–1pm

Woodend

Venue and address

Contact people

Venue:

Kaiapoi Ruataniwha Centre Upstairs meeting room, 176 Williams Street

Dates:

8 February, 13 June, 10 October

Gabrielle Barlow Coordinator, Kaiapoi Community Support c/- Wellbeing North Canterbury Phone: 03 327 8945 Email: g.barlow@wellbeingnc.org.nz

Venue:

Jaycee Rooms, Main Street, Oxford 56 Main Street, Oxford

Dates:

14 March, 8 August, 14 November

Venue:

Woodend Community Centre 6 School Road, Woodend

12noon-1pm Rangiora 12noon–1pm

Pegasus 12noon–1pm NB:

Dates:

11 April

Venue:

Rangiora War Memorial Hall Corner of Albert & High Streets, Rangiora

Dates:

9 May, 12 September

Venue:

Pegasus Community Centre 8 Tahuna St, Pegasus

Dates:

11 July

Jo Ealam Manager, Oxford Community Trust 37 Main Street Phone: 03 312 3006 Email: jo@oxfordtrust.co.nz Ronel Stephens Waiora Links Community Trust waioralinks@gmail.com Serena Peychers Community Team Admin Support, Waimakariri District Council Phone: 0800 965 468 Email: serena.peychers@wmk.govt.nz Pegasus Community Centre team Email: pcc@pegasusresidentsgroup.com

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

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

231002155543 – October 2023

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Pest Free Waimakariri

Supporting our community to achieve a Pest Free Waimakariri GET IN TOUCH pestfreewaimakariri@gmail.com FOLLOW US Pest Free Waimakariri pestfreewaimakariri

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LOOKING FOR A VENUE? Check out our spaces for hire across the Waimakariri District – available for all types of events, performances or meetings.

To book one of our rooms or facilities, simply scan the QR code.

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Death Café A cuppa ‘n’ cake with a difference.

A new and unique opportunity to discuss any aspect of death and dying over a cuppa.

Everyone is welcome to join Death Café North Canterbury, which will be held once a month at a library near you.

25 February 2pm Rangiora Library To book or for more information call or email: Liz 027 618 4891 liza-w@outlook.com Find Out More

Anna 027 284 1903 anna.paterson@wmk.govt.nz

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My Book Bag Pick up a selection personally chosen for you.

Our librarians can choose items for you based on your preferences. Delivery options available for over 70s or immunocompromised.

Order Now

waimakaririlibraries.com/mybookbag 03 311 8901

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Tell a Yarn Craft Group Love knitting or crochet?

Want to share your passion with fellow enthusiasts?

We are starting a weekly drop-in group. Bring your existing projects or just come along for a natter.

Beginners and other crafters welcome, no booking required.

Oxford Library • Thursday 1.30pm Kaiapoi Library • Friday 2pm Rangiora Library • Saturday 10.30am Find out more

waimakaririlibraries.com 03 311 8901 or visit any of our libraries

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The Community Team!

Martin Pugh

Administration Support

Safe Community Facilitator

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Tessa Sturley

Community Team Manager

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Alyssa Bright Safe Community Facilitator

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Emily Belton

Elizabeth Trevathan Mayors Taskforce for Jobs Facilitator

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Nicola Trolove

Carolyn Boswell

Community Development Facilitator

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