Safer Mid Canterbury

Safer Mid Canterbury, through its Safe Communities Programme, is proud to be involved with the Tarbotton RideSmart Park project.

Safe Communities staff have provided co-ordination and funding expertise to the Working Group and Trust established to guide the project and seek community and business funding.

Interest in the project from local businesses and funders has been huge and we are excited to see Tarbotton Land and Civil come on board as major partner.

With the turning of the first sod this week, this incredible, community-funded project will soon become a reality for the people of Ashburton District to enjoy for years to come.

Meri Kirihimete from the team at Safer Mid Canterbury! Our offices will be closed from tomorrow at 4 pm and will re-open at 8.30 am on the 5th of January. Wishing you all and your whānau a safe and happy Christmas and New Year!

It's only 2 days to go till the "Move Well, Age Well" Expo for Older Adults happens on Wednesday (1st October) from 9am to noon, at the EA Networks Centre (20 River Terrace). Learn about how to prevent falls as you get older, have a go at classes where you can build your strength and mobility. Have your balance and grip strength tested and have a chat to 11 agencies. Lots of parking and free giveaways! See you there!

Think you have been scammed? Not sure who to talk to and where to go for advice and support? Pick up a copy of the new information flyer which local agencies Neighbourhood Support, Citizens Advice Bureau, SeniorNet and Safe Communities have put together for you. Copies available at Te Whare Whakatere/Ashburton Library and the CAB, Community House, 44 Cass st.

Many, many thanks to all the wonderful volunteers who work with our Refugee Settlement Support Service. It's National Volunteer Week this week (16 – 20 June), but you guys are awesome every week! ⭐

Celebrating our amazing volunteers this week and every week. National Volunteer Week 16 - 20 June 2025 🚗🚗🚗