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Come along to Multisport with Manaakitanga

Christchurch Netball Centre is running a series of Multisport events designed for participants who come from a low socio-economic background, are currently not participating in regular sport, experience barriers to participation and those with intellectual or physical disabilities including hearing or vision and those in wheelchairs/powerchairs.

Each event is FREE to attend, and the organisers would like as many people to be involved as possible. Family members and caregivers are also welcome to attend.

Date: Sunday 14th April 2024.
Time: 10am to 1.30pm.
Location: Christchurch Netball Centre | Pūtahi Poitarawhiti ki Ōtautahi (Nga Puna Wai Sports Hub - Augustine Drive, Wigram).

FREE lunch and water will be provided at each event, and there will also be tea, coffee, cold drinks and other food available for purchase.

These events are run in partnership with Mainland Football, Canterbury Volleyball, Mixx Korfball and Boccia New Zealand.

Find out more about Multisport with Manaakitanga (Canterbury Netball Centre Facebook).

Outdoor Recreation Accessibility Survey

Recreation Aotearoa and the Department of Conservation (DOC) are conducting an online Outdoor Recreation Accessibility Survey to understand the experiences of people with disabilities in the outdoors.

They’re asking people with disabilities, tāngata whaikaha Māori, whānau, friends and support persons to share their aspirations and experiences in outdoor recreation such as:

  • What experiences people with disabilities have had in outdoor recreation, including barriers to participation;
  • What outdoor recreation activities people with disabilities would like to be doing; and
  • What prior information is needed to prepare for recreation activities.

Find out more about the Outdoor Recreation Accessibility Survey.

The survey closes at 5pm on Friday 12th April 2024.

The Big List Directory: A new resource for exercise providers and advocates

A new resource has been produced by the Active Canterbury Network for exercise advocates and providers in the region - called ‘The Big List’ Directory.

This resource is divided into zones from Waimakariri to Ashburton and lists many classes and facilities that are particularly appropriate for older adults and people with long-term conditions. The Big List Directory will be updated as often as possible and get in touch if you spot any errors.

Download The Big List Directory - updated February 2024 [1.22MB PDF].


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Latest research and news

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

New data from the Ministry of Health raises concerns about the health of New Zealanders, as the latest figures show that only 46.5% of adults are meeting global guidelines for physical activity.

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Sport NZ Ihi Aotearoa is helping to ensure sport and recreation is inclusive for everyone with the launch of a new Inclusivity Hub.

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Balanced Female Health is a new resource for adults supporting young people in community sport from Sport NZ.

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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.