Chatter - March 2022

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March 2022 Creative Communities Funding

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What’s in

this Chatter edition Community Profile

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Community Information

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Services - Programmes

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Funding

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Training / Professional Development / Courses

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Youth

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Events

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Council Information

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Waimakariri Bike Project

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Greetings

from the Editor Kia ora koutou Omicron has arrived in the Waimakariri. As people, agencies, business and organisations brace themselves for the coming weeks, it’s worth considering how fortunate we are to have a strong and well connected community. This means that we can ensure that those needing to isolate at home can be well supported mentally, emotionally and with the resources they need.

It’s hard not to feel for local businesses that may be struggling with higher than usual staff absentees and the effects of some people reluctant to venture out to shop recreationally or dine locally. However, we have done this before and bounced back.

Local people have loyally supported local business, going the extra mile to ensure that they could recover. I remember how many of us bought coffee and lunch daily and the restaurants being packed in the months after the lockdowns!

I have been reflecting on early 2020, when we were first thrown into the pandemic and how much has been achieved since then. Local service, support and community organisations have been incredibly agile and willing to work together to address issues like food insecurity. Developing a ‘food secure District’, including a community hub to connect, educate and

empower people toward a more positive future. It is incredibly inspiring to see the photos of Lions Club planting and harvesting acres of pumpkins and potatoes to go into food security!

Community connectors have been engaged, alongside planning for a ‘Next Steps’ website that will help people to get the information they need to adapt to the challenges and changes that life throws at them.

Strong economic development and support via Enterprise North Canterbury and MSD has ensured that we are not seeing the level of business closure experienced by many other communities.

‘Rangiora’ (Clear skies) has been translated as “calm after a storm” or a “place of peace after a time of trouble”. We will recover!

Kia Kaha.

Tessa

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Community Profile

M ENTOR ING. S O SIMP LE, IT WO RK S!

Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Canterbury eagerly welcomed Olivia Eustace to the team at the end of 2021. Currently in training to become a Mentoring Coordinator, Olivia joins Ellie Le Gros and Jo Sim in making a positive difference in the lives of rangatahi (young people) through professionally supported, mentoring relationships across the region.

Joining BBBS has been a dream come true for me.

Having volunteered at The BIG Breakfast community fundraiser, my new role makes me so excited to officially be part of the team!

I am really looking forward to getting to know all our awesome tamariki, their families and mentors and creating new, life-changing matches.

Many thanks to the Kiwi Gaming Foundation and Mauger Charitable Foundation for their support and generous funding towards Olivia's role.

03 310 7004

┃northcanterbury@bbbs.nz┃ facebook.com/bbbsnorthcanty

Community Information

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Older Persons’ Housing Project Affordable, accessible and safe housing for older people remains high on the agenda for Waimakariri – He Hoa Ahakoa Ō Tau, the Age-friendly Waimakariri Plan Recently the steering committee in Rangiora successfully incorporated as Abbeyfield Waimakariri Inc, aiming to establish an Abbeyfield house in this region. This is an important step, to be followed by an application to become a registered charity and set in full swing fundraising, profile-building, land-sourcing and more.

Some committee members caught up over lunch with Dame Aroha Reriti–Crofts (centre), Kaumatua to the Council.

Thanks to the generosity of local people, through the Big Splash fund-raiser, Rangiora Stroke Club is now able to offer three Speech & Communication and three Physiotherapy sessions on each of the first three Tuesdays of the month.

Sessions are held in the Knox Church Hall between 11am and 2pm each Tuesday, with an outing on the 4th Tuesday. The Stroke Club is there to support anyone who has had a stroke, their family or carers, whether or not the stroke person attends. Newcomers are always welcome, so just turn up and see if this is for you.

If you have any queries please ring Barbara on 03 327 2219, or Alanah on 03 310 6166.

Netsafe provides free and confidential advice and support to people in New Zealand seven days a week.

Look on their website for information on: • • • •

Tips and advice Bullying and abuse Staying safe Scams

Go to: www.netsafe.org.nz

• Advice for parents • Information for young people and educators • Reporting online incidents

6 Update from Tūhaitara Coastal Park A new year, a new school term! Welcome back to our tamariki! Our regular school groups are starting to return to the park where they actively learn about nature, culture, and ecological stewardship.

Connections between culture and nature were the focus of the first visits of the term. A visit to the high Tūtaepatu Lagoon lookout is the perfect place to talk about the significance of the lagoon, and to get an fantastic overview of the park to talk about changes to the landscape over time. The tamariki used their imaginations to visualise the extensive wetlands and water channels that once stretched from Kaiapoi Pā all the way over to the Waimakariri River.

Talking about some of the mahinga kai resources the lagoon provides, we passed around raupō leaves and dried harakeke flower stems, which are used for making mōkihi, a vessel used for traversing the Harakeke flower stems wetlands. The air-filled harakeke and raupo leaves stems provide buoyancy, while the raupo outer is watertight.

We then looked at a map of the park showing the network of biota nodes, which currently stands at 63! By digging down and creating freshwater groundwater ponds, then planting native tree species we are creating habitats for native wildlife. Biota nodes form a biodiversity skeleton across the park, which is helping to rehabilitate the indigenous coastal

ecosystem. Our biota nodes are adopted and maintained by a school, a community group or a local whānau.

Map showing the biota nodes at Woodend If you, your school or your community group would like to find out more and adopt a biota node please get in touch. Another way to get involved is to take part in our community tree planting events. We are starting planting in April. We will run the events in accordance with Covid-19 response protocols. Adults will need to be vaccinated to take part and able to show their vaccine pass on arrival. If you would like to be added to our tree planting volunteers mailing list please send your name, number, and contact email to tkot.enquiries@farmside.co.nz Find out more about the coastal park and our work: Website: www.tuhaitarapark.org.nz Facebook: Friends of Tūhaitara Coastal Park Instagram: tuhaitara.coastal.park

A mokihi

Image credit: Otago Museum, Kai Tahu taoka: Treasures from the Otago Museum, Reed Publishing, 2006, p58

7 What’s Happening in North Canterbury Despite the country’s Red Light Traffic Setting and the effect it is having on some of our fundraising activities, events, support services and contact with patients, whānau and carers, this has not stopped us from planning and organising and hosting where we can. Being flexible and able to adapt in this ever-changing landscape is crucial to our success and we are very fortunate to have a great team of volunteers in North Canterbury to work alongside.

Here is what we have in place for the next couple of months:

Therapeutic Art group Mondays 10am - This weekly group is facilitated by Lynette. Held at Kaiapoi Baptist Church, 67 Fuller Street, Kaiapoi.

Park on site. All patients and their carers welcome. Catering from absolute beginners to advanced painting skill.

Rangiora Walking & Coffee Group Tuesdays 9.30am - Facilitated by Glenda & Chris the group meets every Tuesday.

Open to all patients and carers. Please note change in meeting arrangements. Meet outside The Warehouse at 9.30am for a walk around Northbrook Waters and then to Station Cafe at 10.30am to purchase your coffee.

Patient Group First Wednesday of the month, 10am - Next meeting 2 March. Meet with other patients in a safe, supportive environment. Held at the Centre 143 Percival Street, Rangiora.

Canbead are running online jewellery workshop for patients and carers.

Go to https://www.caninspire.org.nz/ canbead.html for more information.

Participants will require their own laptop.

Kaikōura – Wednesday 25 May 1pm-3pm Registration to CS NC by 11 May 2022.

Hurunui & Waimakariri - Thursday 17 March, 10.30am–12.30pm. Register before 4 March.

Look Good Feel Better workshops for women are scheduled on Saturday 11 June and 19 November, 10am-12.30pm.

To enrol online go to https://lgfb.co.nz/class-schedule/ The Rangiora workshops are listed under Christchurch with our address, 143 Percival St in the details. There are also workshops online for men. Please register at https://lgfb.co.nz/programmes/for-men/ Men’s Get Together Last Wednesday of the month, 1pm - Next meeting 30 March. Venue will be advised on our Facebook page.

Blue Bros Exercise classes for Men at 8.15am on Mondays, Mainpower Stadium, Coldstream Road, Rangiora. Facilitated

by Misha this committed group extends a warm welcome to new patients.

Oxford Support Group – Third Wednesday of the month, 10am at Café 51, Main Street, Oxford. Facilitated by Ans from the Oxford Volunteer Support Group.

All patients and carers most welcome.

8 Online Writing Workshop Commencing in March. Jason Clements, Waimakariri District Council, facilitated a very successful face-to-face writing class for patients and carers last year, and end of the year performance. Laptop required. Dates etc to be confirmed.

Please contact the Centre by 10 March if you would like to participate.

Rural Clinics Appointments available for cancer patients and carers to find out about treatment related support and rehabilitation.

Clinics will be held every month.

Kaikoura Blue Bros Exercise classes for Men Held in Kaikōura, Wednesdays at 10am Please call Belinda Rickerby 027 562 0811 to register. Join this community class to maintain your strength, flexibility and fitness and connect with other men living with cancer.

Please contact Gabrielle on 0800 226 695 to enquire/register for any of the groups or clinics listed, or to learn about our online resources.

Please contact us to confirm dates and appointment times.

• Waikari Health Centre Clinic, Monday 14 March, 1pm-3pm • Amuri Health Centre, Friday 25 March, 10am-12pm • Oxford Hospital.

Commencement date to be confirmed

Fundraising and Events

Originally due to be held on Waitangi Day, the golf tournament has been postponed to Sunday 17 April due to the COVID restrictions.

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Yes! Recycle Runway is coming back!

We are currently calling for the donation of women’s clean, good quality clothing and accessories – it might be everyday clothes or something chic, classy or with a point of difference: think Retro, Glamour, Vintage.

And what better time to declutter as a change in seasons approaches? Please spread the word amongst your friends, family, colleagues and community. Drop off to the centre or give us a call to arrange a pickup.

The Food Connection Recipe Books Spice up your eating plan with some delicious recipes from this gorgeous recipe book. A great gift idea, businesses are using them in thank you baskets to clients or add to your own cookbook collection.

Only $10!

Cancer Society Face Masks – ‘Daffodils’ and ‘Daffy to Daffy’ Only $15 each – All proceeds to the Cancer Society. Great gifts and a way to promote our organisation.

Bulbs of Hope 2022 Orders are now being taken for quality daffodil and tulip bulbs supplied by Hadstock Farm; bulbs will be available from mid-March for pickup or delivery.

Ordering options: 1.

At the North Canterbury Centre, 143 Percival Street, Rangiora

2. Phone: 0800 226 695 or 021 139 4909 3. Email: northcanty@cancercwc.org.nz Remember we are on Facebook: “Cancer Society North Canterbury”.

Please like or share our page to widen our support network.

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11 GLOW stands for Global Locals of Waimakariri Once a month we host a social catch up for people from our communities who come from other cultures and countries to come together to meet each other, share experiences and find friendship in people who can share in our experiences.

We would love to see you at one of our monthly social events to meet, talk and socialise with us. Everyone is welcome! Whether you are from Invercargill or Iberia, we would love to meet you.

Our upcoming social event is on 3 March at the Plough Hotel, between 5.30pm-7.30pm and we would love for you to join us.

Find us on Facebook to check this has not been postponed.

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CAFE CONNECTION

The Art of Resilience How to cope in these tough times

Michael Hempseed psychologist / author FREE ENTRANCE MARCH 9TH RIVERTOWN CAFE 77 Williams St Kaiapoi 5.30 - 7.00 Tea/Coffee/ Finger food vaccine passes / mask required Better sleep / Good nutrition Dealing with difficult situations & people Helping others plus other great tips

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We're Moving...

FROM LEVEL 1, 29 HIGH STREET, RANGIORA

...to a new location on 1st March 2022

2OO KING ST, RANGIORA Our contact information is still the same: T. 03 310 6375 E. INFO@WELLBEINGNC.ORG.NZ PO BOX 409, RANGIORA, 7440 WWW.WELLBEINGNC.ORG.NZ

Traffic Light Guide

Community support groups You can access free mental health support through community support groups, including peer support, whanau support and specialised support. You can visit this website to find a support group in the Canterbury region. www.mentalhealth.org.nz/groups

General Practices A good first step is to see your GP. You and your whanau can use a number of health and wellbeing services when you are enrolled with a GP team.

You can call your GP to ask what services they offer.

Some GP practices offer the free services of: Health Improvement Practitioners are qualified, registered health professionals who help people of all ages take positive steps in improving their physical and mental wellbeing.

Health Coaches, can support people with understanding healthy choices, goal setting, managing medication, and chronic conditions.

Phone and text services Free phone or text 1737, for support from trained counsellors 24/7. Interpreter services are available in more than 40 languages.

Youthline counselling services, free phone 0800 376 633 or text 234 or webchat youthline.co.nz

Apps and online learning There are lots of great free wellbeing apps and online learning to support you.

Support Workers, help people to lead healthy lifestyles, and assist with social engagement, paid work, housing and money matters.

Mental Health Brief Intervention Service Your GP may be able to refer you to have free sessions with a mental health clinician, who can help with mild to moderate health needs, including stress, anxiety, low mood and depression.

A free app, empowering you to become your strongest self.

melonhealth.com

Helping young Kiwis recognise and understand depression or anxiety. thelowdown.co.nz

Resources to support mental health and wellbeing. mentalhealth.org.nz

Free courses on anxiety, depression, and managing stress. justathought. co.nz

A free NZ app with mental wellbeing coach support 24/7. mentemia.com/nz

Thanks to Te Hau Toka Southern Lakes Wellbeing Group for use of the Traffic Light design.

Looking after your mental wellbeing

Manaakitia i to oraka

Keeping well Kia piki te ora Extra support He taupua ano Immediate crisis Morearea inaianei tonu

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Looking for support in North Canterbury?

Keeping well Kia piki te ora

When you need some extra support

Maintaining your wellbeing is important. It’s a bit like keeping physically fit- something you work on throughout life. These tips are designed to get you thinking about what will help your mental wellbeing:

So you’re not feeling great?

It’s been a tough time and some of us who may not have needed support previously could do with a helping hand. There’s support out there if you need it.

Hope Community Trust Provides community services in Rangiora including counselling, a community garden, a food bank and activities. 03 928 3066

North Canterbury Rural Support Trust Supports farmers and their families through tough times. They can help people navigate financial and personal challenges or assist during climatic adverse events. 0800 787 254

You can access free support through: •

Your GP team - they can help you to connect with support that’s right for you.

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Your school - some schools offer counselling services for students.

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Your workplace - some workplaces offer support through Employee Assistance Programmes.

Manu Ka Rere Offer free mental health and addiction support for young people aged 13-24 years in Canterbury.

Referrals can be made through their website: www.manukarere.org.nz | 03 281 7616

Community Wellbeing North Canterbury Trust Provides a range of free community and social services aimed at improving the lives of people in Waimakariri and the Hurunui. 03 281 7616

Comcare Trust Offer free community based mental health and addiction services to people aged 18+ towards wellbeing. They offer peer support services and physical activity based Activelinks support service. www.comcare.org.nz | 03 3777020

When you need immediate mental health help In an immediate and serious situation when you are concerned for your safety or the safety of those around you, call the Police on 111.

If the situation does not require an immediate urgent response, contact Crisis Resolution on 0800 920 092 (24 hours, 7 days a week). If you are calling on behalf of someone, you will need their consent to access this service.

For children and young people up to the age of 18, call Child, Adolescent & Family Emergency (CAFEm) on 0800 218 219 and press option 2 (weekdays, 8:30am-5pm). For afterhours support, please contact Crisis Resolution on 0800 920 092.

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Toy Library Membership

Become a Toy Library Family today Play is our favourite way of learning Great reasons to join our Library 

Access to over 1,400 quality toys for children aged 0—8 years

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Outdoor & Indoor toys, Ride-ons, Games, Puzzles, Dress Ups & much much more.

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Save money by borrowing toys instead of buying

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Support sustainability and stop toys heading to landfill

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An opportunity to meet other families in the community

Opening Hours Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 9:30— 11:30am Click & Collect Saturday 11:30am — 12:30pm 1 Blackett Street Rangiora Web: rangioratoylibrary.mibase.co.nz Email: rangioratoylibrary@gmail.com 0272 2646 924

Annual Membership Fees Duty Membership (3 hours duty per year) $80 + $10 Bond Click & Collect Membership $80+ $10 Bond + $5 Toy pick up fee

Bouncy Castle 4 day Hire The Rangiora Toy Library has 3 Bouncy Castles available to hire for the residents of Waimakariri All Bouncy Castles require a $50 refundable Bond Small: $40 members / $75 Non members Large: $60 members / $95 Non members Obstacle: $85 members / $110 Non members

Party Hire Bubble Machines, Bubble Mixture Children’s Table & Chairs

Temp Membership (4 weeks) $40 + $10 Bond Great for Grandparents that have grandkids over the School Holidays

All members will receive a log on to our website rangioratoylibrary.mibase.co.nz On this site you will be able to: See our range of toys, Be able to reserve toys Book your duties Send a message to our staff

Science Kit Hire Explore making and having fun with our science kits Edible Science Bath Bombs Soap Making Mini Explosions Baby Gear Hire Quality Top Brands Mountain Buggy, Ergo, Phil & Ted, Mocka $50 refundable Bond

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Got Cravings?

Distract yourself with the ‘4-Ds’

Delay Delay acting on the urge to smoke. Don’t open a pack or light a cigarette. After a few minutes, the urge to smoke will pass.

Drink water Sip water slowly, hold it in your mouth a little while to savour the taste.

Deep breaths Take a long slow breath in — then let it out slowly.

Do that 3 times.

Do something else Take your mind off smoking by doing something else instead. Here’s a few ideas to get you started...

• Count 10 long, slow breaths.

• Do some exercise — walk around the block or do a couple of press-ups. This can help you reduce cravings as well as distracting you.

• Watch a funny video on Facebook or YouTube.

• Phone a mate.

• Have a healthy snack, like a piece of fruit.

TC310 | JAN 2022

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Services and Programmes

This FREE classroom-based course will help you re-familiarise yourself with traffic rules and safe driving practices. It will also increase your knowledge about other transport options and help you remain independent for longer.

Grab your friend or partner and join us on Wed 9 March 2022 from 10.00 am – 2.00 pm at the Main Power Oval. A light lunch is provided. RSVP to Wendy Fox, Age Concern Canterbury on 03 331 7808 by Wed 2 March 2022.

Supported by the Waimakariri District Council

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Each year, CABS throughout Aotearoa New Zealand celebrate Awareness Week.

We will mark it in 2022 from Monday 14 March to Sunday 20 March.

This year’s theme is Renters’ Rights.

We also have a broad range of information about tenancy and renting on our website www.cab.org.nz We invite you to get in touch with us if you need help.

Amidst the trials of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have seen ongoing enquiries from renters facing tough and trying times.

Tenants and renters have had issues with the poor state of housing, high rents, lack of housing, disputes with landlords, maintaining relationships with flatmates, isolating when sick in times of COVID, and much more.

Please note that all clients visiting our office must present their Vaccine Pass for sighting, wear a mask and sign in on entry. If Omicron appears in our district, we will suspend our face-to-face service and clinics and move to a phone and email service only.

We want to reach out to renters and inform them of their rights and let them know that the Citizens Advice Bureau is always there for them when it comes to valuable confidential information and advice.

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

We are also promoting the Aratohu Tenant Advocacy, a comprehensive online resource developed by CABNZ that provides support and guidance to tenants and their advocates.

Our opening hours are 9am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday.

20 Right Service Right Time is excited to be launching Te Whiri Ora, which is a coordination service to support tamariki, rangatahi and whānau in the wider Canterbury region.

Kaiwhiri (coordinators) liaise with whānau who require support from multiple services and professionals, to ensure the goals and priorities of tamariki and whānau are being addressed. The service is suitable for tamariki, rangitahi, and whānau who are dealing with multiple issues and where coordination of services would ensure the best response.

Whānau can request support directly, or agencies or schools can request support on their behalf with whānau knowledge and consent. The Whānau Self Request for Support form and the Agency Request for Support form can be found on the website www.tewhiriora.co.nz/

There are four kaiwhiri working with whānau across wider Canterbury.

Kate Walkinshaw

Melissa Trilford is the kaiwhiri who is supporting North Canterbury whanau and is employed by Waipuna St John of God who already have an established service in this area. Melissa can be contacted for advice and guidance regarding the service on 027 2431 392.

Alternatively contact a Te Whiri Ora Clinical Lead: • Phone: 027 886 5780 • Email: katew@psusi.org.nz Aroha Wetere • Phone: 022 059 6305 • Email: aroha@pw.maori.nz

Free Counselling!!!

The Oasis Centre for Gambling Harm is a counselling and public health service.

We offer: Free counselling for anyone affected by gambling harm - people who gamble, family members and friends who are affected by other people’s gambling, couples, whānau. We can talk to you in person, by phone or over Zoom or Skype. Give us a call if you’d like more information: 03 365 9659 Website: www.salvationarmy.org.nz Office: 126 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch Facebook: The Salvation Army Oasis - Reducing Gambling Harm NZ

21 Registrations open for Next Steps cancer group exercise class Term 2 2022 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.

Classes are held at the Rangiora Fitness Centre at 345 Flaxton Road, Rangiora.

Registration is now open for Term 2 2022 which will run on Fridays from 12.30pm1.30pm during the school term starting 6 May.

For any questions about these local classes please contact Susan at Active Health Rangiora: susan@activehealth.co.nz or phone: 03 383 6290.

To read more about the exercise classes and to register please visit the Pinc and Steel website: https://www.pincandsteel. com/programs/next-steps/

The Low Down Sometimes life’s ups and downs are more than just the usual ups and downs.

If you’re stuck feeling bad we’ll help you figure out if it could be anxiety or depression. Whatever’s going on you’ll find ideas and people who can help you get unstuck.

Need to talk? Contact the Low Down Team www.thelowdown.co.nz / Free 24/7 Helpline 0800 111 757 or text 5626

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Āwhina Mai Wellbeing Services offer professional, individual therapeutic support for children, teenagers and adults, alongside tailored parenting support.

Our group of experienced Child and Family Psychologists, Social Workers and Counsellors aim to collaboratively support you, and your whānau, to achieve your wellbeing goals.

Our dedicated team will help you to identify your strengths and challenges, and develop key strategies and skills, empowering you to move forward and live an engaged and more fulfilling life.

We can also provide Parenting Support by developing plans to support parenting goals utilising evidenced based frameworks from programs such as: Triple P Positive Parenting, Tuning into Kids® and Tuning into Teens and Incredible Years® Our team accept self-referrals and referrals from other professional services. Our staff are qualified and registered with a professional body. Fees for therapists vary; please get in touch with us to enquire about booking, fees and payment options.

To see more information on this service go to: www.awhinamai.co.nz Contact: Call/text 027 251 9922 Email: info@awhinamai.co.nz Appointments only: 601 Gloucester Street, Linwood, Christchurch 8062

Youthline Counselling Services Youthline is a "with youth, for youth" organisation that supports young people throughout Aotearoa New Zealand. We have been providing support to Kiwis aged between 12-24 years for more than 50 years.

Youthline is here to support all young people - this includes young people who are struggling (with their mental health or other issues), as well as young people who want to learn, grow and give back to their community.

Youthline offers a free 24/7 Helpline service (text, phone, webchat & email), free face-toface counselling services, youth mentoring, programmes in schools and communities to help people grow and develop.

Free call 0800 376 633, Free text 234, www.youthline.co.nz / or talk@youthline.co.nz

What’s your 3-Step-Escape Plan?

1. Your first escape route.

2. Your second escape route.

3. Meeting place.

Answer 10 quick questions about your home to make your 3-Step-Escape plan.

Go to: www.escapemyhouse.co.nz

23 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

Money Worries? We Can Help…

If you have money worries, bills you can’t pay, creditors keep phoning demanding payment – or maybe your situation has changed and you would like help to budget for your new circumstances; then contact Budgeting Services North Canterbury.

Budgeting Services North Canterbury is a registered charity and has been working with families and whānau across the Waimakariri and Hurunui districts since 1980.

You’ll always work with a fully qualified Financial Mentor, who provides you with free and confidential advice to support you budget better.

We also offer community education via MoneyMates, where people can talk, share and learn about money.

We provide advocacy services to help negotiate fairer repayment options with creditors. Whether it’s a government department, a bank, or a financial institution, we can advocate on your behalf.

If you need help with insolvency documents or want to understand your consumer rights, our team of Financial Mentors have the expertise to help you improve your situation.

The Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act now requires lenders to implement more stringent lending criteria to ensure that borrowers have the funds to repay their loan.

As a result, lenders are asking for much more detailed information concerning your financial situation.

Our Financial Mentors can help you understand what this means for you, and help you get your paperwork in order.

As lenders will investigate your previous three months’ worth of transactions, through your bank accounts, it is best to come to us well before that so that we can discuss how your spending habits might influence the lender’s decision.

Sharon Grant, Service Manager of BSNC, says: “It’s a real privilege to be able to support families to improve their financial wellbeing. We have received wonderful feedback from people delighted to finally repay long-term debts and who are now able to save for the first time in their lives. Talk to us about your situation, we’d be glad to help you to budget better.”

Phone or email to talk about your situation: 03 315 3505 or email: servicemanager@bsnc.org.nz We’re on Facebook and www.bsnc.org.nz Our office is in the War Memorial Hall, 1 Albert Street, Rangiora.

Pick up (by arrangement) from Kaiapoi and Amberley

Rāhina - Monday 7th

Rāhina - Monday 14th

Rāhina - Monday 21st

Rāhina - Monday 28th

10:00 Coffee Morning

10:00 Coffee Morning

10:00 Coffee Morning

10:00 Coffee Morning

10:30 Preparation for Tea Party or 10:30 Walk to find Historic Landmarks in Rangiora

11:00 Mix and Mingle with Stanmore and Puriri Members bring your lunch. Games, Music, Walks

10:30 Member Staff Liaison Meeting

10:30 Day out at Halswell Quarry for 250km challenge, bring your lunch and wear walking shoes

11:00 Self Defence Class ($2.50) 11:15 Meals on Wheels

12:00 "Mad Hatters" Tea Party - dress up as one of the characters and bring a tea pot if you have one and lunch

12:00 Bring your lunch

1:30 Pool at the RSA or 1:30 Fun and Games afternoon

1:00 CanBead - make a variety of beaded jewellery and take home your own free tool & bead kit or 1:00 Swim at Dudley Pool ($2.50)

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

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Step Ahead Rangiora Rāhina - Monday March 2022

Step Ahead Rangiora Rāapa - Wednesday March 2022 Pick up (by arrangement) from Kaiapoi and Amberley

Rāapa - Wednesday 2nd

Rāapa - Wednesday 9th

Rāapa - Wednesday 16th

Rāapa - Wednesday 23rd

Rāapa - Wednesday 30th

10:00 Coffee Morning

10:00 Coffee Morning

10:00 Coffee Morning

10:00 Coffee Morning

10:30 Group Game - Guess Who?

10:30 Day out to Darfield bring your lunch to have in the park

10:30 Newsletter

10:30 Group Game - 'Write a 10:30 Housie with mystery story' prizes

11:15 Meals on Wheels or 11:15 Op Shopping

10:00 Coffee Morning

11:15 Meals on Wheels or 11:15 Member run - Board Games

12:30 Bring your lunch

12:00 Bring your lunch

12:30 Bring your lunch

12:30 Bring your lunch

1:30 Walk at McLeans Forest

1:00 Coffee out for Volunteers

1:30 Walk at Bottle Lake Forest

1:30 Afternoon in Cust and a cuppa in the domain

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Enhancing the well being of people who experience mental illness War Memorial Hall, Cnr Albert St & High St BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Phone 0800 688 732 or txt 022 173 1673

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Funding

Community Organisation Grant Scheme (COGS) Public Meetings In February/March each year the Canterbury Rural COGS Local Distribution Committee holds public meetings as an opportunity to work with communities to determine the COGS Funding priorities for that year.

This year due to COVID face-to-face public meetings will not be held.

However, it is important to have community input into the priorities for the COGS 22/23 year.

For this reason we will be holding zoom meetings for you to attend and/or a survey for you to complete to gather your feedback.

Further information about dates and times for the zoom meeting will be sent out closer to the time.

If you are interested in receiving information about these meetings or receiving the survey directly: Email: trish.hughes@dia.govt.nz or phone Trish Hughes 027 557 1046

Elder Abuse Prevention Fund is now open Funding projects that focus on violence prevention needs within the older population (aged 65+) in New Zealand.

Priority to projects that: • show collaboration with other organisations and community groups • include diverse communities within the older population (65+) including Māori, Pacific, ethnic, rainbow, and disabled communities.

Groups with legal status can apply for a grant of up to $25,000. Applications will close on 1 April 2022. You can find more about the fund, eligibility criteria and application process here: officeforseniors.govt.nz If you have any further questions, please contact the office at ofs@msd.govt.nz

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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 will close on Monday 28 March 2022 #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

Training and Professional Development

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IS YOUR ORGANISATION ON TRACK? Help your community organisation ensure it is on track to success.

Join our On Track workshop series, lead by specialist presenters.

Communications and Marketing Strategy | 31 March Funding Strategy | 13 April Top tips for fund requests | 5 May Social Media - The basics | 20 May Social Media – Beyond the basics | 17 June $20 per person, per session | Registration essential | Vaccine pass required

For more details visit waimakariri.govt.nz/ontrack or contact Wendy Howe 021 432 028 | wendy.howe@wmk.govt.nz

Find out more at waimakariri.govt.nz

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Youth

Waimakariri Youth Council Update The beginning of 2022 has been a busy one for the Waimakariri Youth Council (WYC) as we have recruited 7 new members. We had a number of amazing applications come through and it was a tough decision to narrow these down!

The first meeting that the new recruits will attend will be our February meeting and it will be great to start 2022 off with an awesome team of young people. The WYC are looking forward to the Dudley Park Redevelopment Project making some progress, with work beginning on the first stage of our plan later this year. We are also looking to get involved in some more environmental work throughout the year. We can’t wait to see what 2022 has in store!

We thought we might give you a quick introduction to the members of your WYC for 2022. Here are the names of all your Youth Council members and also the reason why they joined the Youth Council: I decided to join the Waimakariri Youth Council because…

Lexie Mealings - “I have grown up in the Waimakariri District and feel a close connection to the district. I also wanted to bring my skills acquired from my tertiary study to the WYC.” Lucy Malone - “I wanted to make changes to the Waimakariri District to make it a more welcoming and caring place where everyone can find opportunities to bring out the best in themselves. I also thought that the WYC would be a great place to meet new people.”

Monte Gooch - “I believe the youth viewpoint is critical for the Waimakariri District Council. I wanted to contribute to shaping our community and learn more about how local government works.”

Oliver Kelly - “I love public speaking and acting as a voice for those who may not wish to speak up for themselves. I felt that the WYC would provide me with the opportunity to expand on my experiences.”

Oscar Bai - “I wanted to see what I could do for the community.”

Thalia Rae - “I love to be a part of the community and feel like I’m doing something. I love volunteering and working with people. I’ve loved being on WaiYouth and wanted to take a step up.”

Zack Lappin – “I wanted to join the WYC as I wanted to create positive change for local people and youth within the region, and others like myself who have a disability. I want to go into politics when I am older, and I felt that the WYC would be a stepping stone towards that long term goal.”

We look forward to updating you later in the year!

The Waimakariri Youth Council

Events

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Waimakariri District Community Networking Forums 2022 2022 Schedule Location

Venue and address

Contact people

Kaiapoi

Venue:

Kaiapoi Ruataniwha Centre Upstairs meeting room, 176 Williams Street

12 noon–1pm

Dates:

10 February, 12 May, 11 August

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

Oxford

Venue:

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

12 noon–1pm

Dates:

10 March, 9 June, 8 September, 8 December

Rangiora

Venue:

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

12 noon–1pm

Dates:

14 July, 13 October

Pegasus

Venue:

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

12 noon–1pm

Dates:

14 April, 10 November

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 Phone: 021 1080 634

Forums are second Thursday of a month - 12noon-1pm. Light refreshments provided - bring your lunch if you wish.

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

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

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

Send any apologies and requests for meeting notes to the contacts listed.

211217202325 – December 2021

NB:

Jo Ealam Manager, Oxford Community Rooms 37 Main Street Phone: 03 312 3006 Email: jo@oxfordtrust.co.nz

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When When

Every Saturday, Februarytoto26 26March March22 22 Every Saturday, 5 5February 10am-1pm 10am-1pm

Where Where

War Memorial Hall War Memorial Hall Cnr Albert and HighStreets, Streets,Rangiora Rangiora Cnr Albert and High

Cost Cost

Classes are free Classes are free Julie Cloughley | Tutor

Julie Cloughley | Tutor Email: cloughju@hotmail.com Email: cloughju@hotmail.com Phone: 027 403 8245 Phone: 027 403 8245

For more information about the Migrants and Newcomers group visit

Forwaimakariri.govt.nz/migrants-and-newcomers more information about the Migrants and Newcomers group visit waimakariri.govt.nz/migrants-and-newcomers

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For more information or to register

For more information or to register

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Digital Skills classes at Waimakariri Libraries Introduction to email Oxford Library Monday 4 April • 10am-12pm

Kaiapoi Library Thursday 7 April • 10am-12pm

Rangiora Library Friday 8 April • 10am-12pm

Trademe Rangiora Library Monday 11 April • 10am-12pm

Kaiapoi Library Thursday 14 April • 10am-12pm Traffic light restrictions will be in place.

Visit waimakariri.govt.nz for further info.

Bookings essential libraries.waimakariri.govt.nz 03 311 8901

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About migrants experiences.

We want to gather information on the trends and issues experienced by migrants, agencies and employers in the Waimakariri District so we can continue to help the migrant community as best we can.

– Have your say at waimakariri.govt.nz/letstalk

waimakariri.govt.nz

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The Community Team!

Martin Pugh Nicola Trolove Safe Community Facilitator

Community Development 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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Wendy Howe