Category: Impact Stories

350.Christchurch

  350.Christchurch – Failure is not an option    Admitting that your organisation hasn’t (yet) had major success might be considered marketing suicide but Graham Townsend and Charles Drace, spokespeople for climate activist group 350.Christchurch, know their goal is a long haul and super challenging. “None,” is the provocative and not-so-facetious answer Charles gives when Read more…

Addington Farm

Addington Farm – A Community of Gardens and Gardeners Are you looking to learn about gardening and food resilience, get involved with a community initiative, improve your wellbeing, and connect with the land? The vision of this māra kai (food garden) is not just to grow produce, but rather to grow a community of gardens Read more…

Rekindle

Rekindle: “Empowering the Community to Create Items of Purpose”  As at December 2023, Rekindle is trying to secure a new venue. Click on the link below for updates.  Traditional handcrafts, connection to the natural environment, and collective creativity, are all intrinsic to the Rekindle mahi. Located in the heart of Christchurch city is Rekindle – Read more…

Avebury House

Avebury House: steeped in history, brings community alive  In the heart of Richmond is Avebury House, a charming heritage building that has been a central pillar in the community for generations. With its doors open to the public, Avebury House is a bustling hub of community events and workshops, and acts as a beautiful venue Read more…