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Upcoming have a go sessions

Come on down and try out some different sports in a fun and friendly environment! Bookings are required.

Upcoming community events for you and your whānau

Support your community and make local connections at an upcoming event such as:

Pedal through Herstory: The Kate Sheppard Cycle Tour

Ride in the wheel tracks of history and revolution in a tour packed with inspiring stories of gender equality and world change.

The tour ends at Kate Sheppard House in Ilam and includes morning tea and a tour of the museum.

Dates:

  • Wednesday 26th March 2025;
  • Wednesday 30th April 2025; and
  • Wednesday 28th May 2025.

Start Time: 9.15am.
Start Location: Plymouth Lane - in front of the mural behind Riverside Market.
Cost: $28.80 for Heritage NZ (NNZPT) members and $32 for non-members.

Find out more about this ​Kate Sheppard Cycle Tour of Christchurch, including how to book (Eventbrite).


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Latest research and news

Here are some snippets on the latest physical activity research or news that we found interesting.

Sport NZ has released new resources to support the sector to build a more capable and inclusive workforce.

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This issue of Insights from Recreation Aotearoa explores the benefits of investing in recreation for individuals, whānau, and society.

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This campaign from Swimming NZ highlights the essential life skill of swimming and its endless health and wellbeing benefits.

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Read more Active Canterbury news.


Active Canterbury Newsletter

The Active Canterbury Newsletter is produced bi-monthly and aims to keep local physical activity providers informed. It has a focus on latest physical activity research, upcoming education and training opportunities, key events and tips on how to practically apply research and industry tools.

View the latest newsletter: AC Network Newsletter February 2024

Access previous editions of the newsletter.