Community Notices
The Community Dental Service will be closed for some of the upcoming school holidays.
Closed on Friday 18th April, Monday 21st April & Friday 25th April, reopening on Monday 28th April
Five of our community dental clinics will be open during this School Holiday period:
Burnside (96a Memorial Avenue)
Woolston (11 Hopkins Street)
Rangiora (163 Ashley Street)
Northcote (24 Tuckers Road)
Timaru (18 Woollcombe Street)
If your child is experiencing any dental pain/discomfort, you can call us on 0800 846 983 and/or email: commdental@cdhb.health.nz and one of our clinicians will contact you.
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A creative brick Event for Families - play with over 100,000 LEGO®* brand bricks in the St Mary's Church Hall. From DUPLO to TECHNIC, jungle bricks, brightly coloured bricks, and more, there's something for everyone.
- Suitable for ages 2 - 101
- No booking is required. Pay on entry. $2 per person. Cash required.
- A light morning tea will be provided.
- Find us at the St Mary's Anglican Church Hall (opposite the the Halswell New World). Free onsite parking available.
Creative Bricks - A holiday event for families | Facebook
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Do you want to speak more confidently?
Develop leadership skills?
Learn to write and present speeches?
Then come and join us at Oaklands Toastmasters Club.
Every Monday (except public holidays) at 7.15 pm, Halswell Bowling Club, 301 Halswell Road. Guests are very welcome.
For more information check out the following sites.
Oaklands Toastmasters on Facebook
Meetup -Oaklands Toastmasters
Toastmasters New Zealand www.toastmasters.org.nz
Toastmasters International www.toastmasters.org
Phone/text Claire 027 361 7592
Be Confident. Be Heard, Be a Toastmaster!
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April School Holidays at Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre
For creative activities for whānau over the school holidays, including free events and hands-on workshops, check out Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre: https://www.artscentre.org.nz/whats-on/school-holiday-fun/
Primary students:
Free holiday fun zone, including outdoor games and bubble machine, weather permitting.
Free introduction to ballet for ages 3-6 years at Counterpointe Studio.
Carrot and Pickle clown show, ages 4-10 years. $12 +BF.
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Have your say on PUBLIC TRANSPORT FARES
Our draft Annual Plan is out for consultation, and we want to know what you think about three key public transport topics:
Greater Christchurch fare structure – zones (note: there would be no changes until February 2026 at the earliest)
Route 85 Rolleston-to-City proposed direct bus service improvements
A Darfield to Rolleston trial bus service
We’re also taking the opportunity to ask about some changes we’re proposing as part of our improvements to our consenting services:
Simplify our deposit structure, so instead of 19 different options, there would be four
Increase consent hourly charges. We need to decide whether we do it in one go or spread the increase over three years
Increase or reduce some other fees and charges
Your feedback will help our councillors decide what next steps to take and shape the plan for Canterbury in 2025/26. Visit ecan.govt.nz/telluswhatyouthink to find out more and then tell us what you think before 5pm, 3 April.
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School Holiday Programmes @ Christchurch Adventure Park
April bookings are now open!
Suitable for kids aged between 7-12 years.
Treat your kids to a thrilling one-day mountain bike adventure that promises fun, skill development, and loads of excitement.
Designed to boost your child's confidence and bike-handling abilities, our programme offers a day filled with action-packed activities. From learning bike mechanics to navigating thrilling trails,
we've got it all covered.
These programmes go beyond biking. With a supportive team and a range of engaging Park activities, your child will have a blast in a safe and encouraging environment.
Book their spot now and let the fun begin!
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Private Swimming Lessons
Is your child ready to make a splash in the pool?
The Valley Swim School is very excited to be able to offer private swimming lessons in term 2! Located at 46a Colombo Street.
Our lessons are designed to help kids build confidence, learn new skills, and have fun in the water! With a patient, supportive approach, we create a positive and safe environment where your child can learn at their own pace. Whether they’re just starting out or looking to improve, we’ll help them feel comfortable and excited about swimming.
We are still taking new enrolments so book a lesson today and watch your child grow in the water!
Contact us for more information:
021 153 1312
Thevalleyswimschool.info@gmail.com
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