Community Notices

Shrek the Musical 

Showcase Entertainment Group is producing the TYA (Theatre For Younger Audiences) version of the show, with a running me of approximately 75 minutes.
The show is written and directed to be accessible and fun for the whole family with friendly start times during the day of 10.30am and 2.00pm, ticket prices ranging from $25-$65. Christchurch Issac Theatre Royal during the school holidays October 4-8.

Girls Smash Cricket

Years 3-6
Tuesdays 4.00pm - 5.00pm
For the month of November at Halswell Park.  See attached flyer for more information

Christchurch Junior Cricket Association

Summer is coming! Visit www.cjca.org.nz for more information.  

Selwyn House School Open Day - 19 October

Selwyn House School is a leading girls' school for Years 1-8, with boarding options available. We provide exceptional educational opportunities for girls, in a stimulating and nurturing environment. Please join us for our Open Day on Wednesday 19 October from 9am- noon and experience all that Selwyn House has to offer. Guests are encouraged to RSVP by following this link (https://enrol.selwynhouse.school.nz/open-day). If you are unable to attend our Open Day, a personal tour can be arranged by appointment, please contact Leanne Glasson, l.glasson@selhouse.school.nz

CHRISTCHURCH AVON ATHLETICS CLUB – Junior Section

We are a well organised, friendly Junior Athletics Club – Catering for children of all abilities in the 5-14yr age groups.
Club nights are Wednesdays 5pm -6.45pm (5/6yrs finish by 6.30pm) – at Burnside High School.
First Club night for the 2022/2023 season is Wednesday 19th October.
Saturday Inter-Club Competition at Nga Puna Wai all-weather track is available and top-quality coaching is provided.

REGISTRATION DAY – FOR ALL NEW MEMBERS:
DATE: Monday 17 October
TIME: 5.00-6.30pm
PLACE: Christchurch Avon Club Rooms – Burnside High School
(access from Greers Rd beside tennis courts)
FEES: $100 per child (with reductions for 2 or more children in the same family)
$65 for children in the Kiwisport Group – 5/6 yrs
Fees are payable following registration by internet banking
Note - Until payment has been received, the child’s registration is incomplete.
Our very popular Junior club fills up quickly – so it is essential that all new members attend registration night on Monday 17 October to secure a place.
Please note that Kiwisport numbers will be restricted to 32 in the group.
For any other information contact Marilyn Morrison (Junior Club Captain) by email at marilynmorrison52@gmail.com

Kelly Sports Holiday 

Bookings for our upcoming Kelly Sports Holiday Programmes at Hillview Christian School and Hillmorton High School are now available online.
The focus of our Programmes is to ensure kids are active throughout, with a great mixture of games and activities to suit everyone. WINZ Subsidies are available for families that qualify and we have options of Half Day sessions, School Day sessions and Full Day sessions available.
To register and for more information please visit www.kellysports.co.nz or contact Adelma on chch@kellysports.co.nz for more information.

CASPA School Holiday Programmes

Available October school holidays at Our Lady of Victories and Avonhead schools.  See attached flyers for further details.

Holiday Activities

Our World in Miniature Exhibition
Labour Weekend 22 October - 24 October
10am to 4pm
Silhouette Studios, 6 Sheffiled Crescent, Burnside

October School Holidays - Cartooning Workshops

We are very excited to be coming from Australia back to Christchurch to run our special cartooning workshops during October School Holidays 2022.  See website for further details and bookings.
It’s been more than 4 years since we ran a program in New Zealand due to Covid and border closures.

• For children aged 4 – 15 years

• No previous drawing skills required

• Professional cartoonist will be running the program with 39 years’ experience

• Working with children checks

• All art & craft materials provided

Where: Christchurch Girls High School 

When: Monday 10th to Friday 14th October

Bookings: www.illustrating-man.com.au

CLEVER LITTLE BEES HOLIDAY PROGRAMME

Ever wanted to learn more about bees? Want the opportunity to see inside a hive? Now’s your chance!
Learn practical beekeeping skills in a safe and supportive learning environment.
Week 1 – Monday 3, Wednesday 5 and Friday 7 October
Week 2 – Monday 10, Wednesday 12 and Friday 14 October.
Single days - $75
For enquiries and bookings, please contact Kathryn at cleverlittlebees@gmail.com or 027 863 8730.
All PPE provided (except footwear)
www.cleverlittlebees.co.nz - cleverlittlebees@gmail.com

Can you help? Homestays required urgently

Canterbury College is an English language school with campuses in Christchurch CBD and Riccarton Mall.  Homestays required for students from Teikyo University High School, Japan.  See attached flyer for further information.

Duration - Monday 29th November - Tuesday 13th December
Homestay fee $300 per week
Call 03 365 1920 or text 021 288 8790 or email doris@cancan.com

Census March 2023 

PersolKelly are recruiting for Census 2023.  Temporary positions available from November 2022 through to April 2023.  See the attached flyer.