1304 days ago

Volunteers needed for exciting new kids event | Sat 21 Nov 2020

Catherine from Greytown

We are seeking volunteers to marshal along Upper Belvedere Road and Fensham Reserve. If you have a spare few hours in the morning of Saturday 21 November, and would like to contribute to this exciting new opportunity to get young people active, please email: kiaora@createasplash.co.nz.

SPLASH is fully committed to safeguarding the welfare of all children in its care. Staff and volunteers will work together to respect the rights of children and young people. Volunteers may be asked to be police vetted.

WAITRI 2020

The Kids WAITRI is a new multi-sports event that aims to get kids active by bringing the experience of gaming off the sofa and into the bush and the paddock.

It introduces kids to triathlon and adventure racing, but has a unique twist. The event also includes paintball as one of the event disciplines, so kids get to combine their gaming skills with biking and running.

No other event in New Zealand or in the world right now, can offer this activity as part of a kids multi-sport race. The event also gives kids an opportunity to be part of the replenishment and sustainability of the environment by making a valuable contribution to the conservation of Fensham Reserve.

There is a short course for kids, aged 5-7 years old, which will take place in the surrounding paddocks at Borderlandz Paintball, and a more challenging course for kids aged 8-17 years old, which includes two 3.5km mountain bike legs along a traffic-managed Upper Belvedere Road and a marshalled 2.5km trail run around the Fensham Reserve circuit.

The cost is $15 for 5-7 years old (or $10 for the first 25 registrations) and $25 for 8-17 years old (or $20 for the first 25 registrations). Numbers are limited in each category.

A whānau member can accompany a participant on the course in the 8-17 year old category.

Please email kiaora@createasplash.co.nz to let us know the participant you would like to accompany on the course.

Don't have a bike? Get in touch as we may be able to source one for you.

Visit www.wairunfest.co.nz... for more details and eventplus.net... to register.

Image
More messages from your neighbours
13 hours ago

Get painting with Resene plant-based paints!

Resene

Plant-based paints are made just like normal paint but everything in the tin comes from plants and minerals.

Plus they’re Eco Choice approved with low odour and easy water clean-up, so you can paint or stain your place with ease.

Available from Resene ColorShops.
Find out more

Image
L
1 day ago

Greytown Rail Trail and Tauwharenikau Trail

Lois from Greytown

AGM
14th May – 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Join us at the Town Hall for our annual report of everything the Trust has been up to for the past year. Make the most of your chance to put questions to the Trust members about progress to-date and the way forward over the next few years.

Our guest speaker has set the challenge: “Let’s have a bit of fun…”, so be prepared for a lively evening!


The meeting starts at 7:30 prompt so come along a bit before to make sure you get a good seat!

2 days ago

Turn downsizing stress into strength

Shona McFarlane Retirement Village

Downsizing can open the door to a new stage of your life that is rich in opportunity. However, it can be a daunting prospect. If you are embarking on a new chapter of life, the thought of shedding familiar possessions can feel even more stressful. This can be true even if the life changes are a good thing, such as a move to somewhere you will love to live.

Once you understand why you have this feeling, you can reframe it as creating a new environment that will support your present life while reminding you of your best experiences.

Click read more for the full article.

Image