44 Thursday <strong>June</strong> <strong>14</strong> <strong>2018</strong> Latest Christchurch news at www.star.kiwi <strong>The</strong> <strong>Star</strong> 26th August <strong>2018</strong> 10am – 3pm Air Force Museum, Wigram Tickets available on door For exhibiting enquiries contact Mark Sinclair: mark.sinclair@ starmedia.kiwi BRIDALSHOW
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Star</strong> Latest Christchurch news at www.star.kiwi Thursday <strong>June</strong> <strong>14</strong> <strong>2018</strong> 45 NATIONAL VOLUNTEERS WEEK 17-23 JUNE Coastguard volunteers are ordinary people doing extraordinary things Stop by any Coastguard unit in the South Island and you will encounter New Zealanders calmly and professionally going about the intense business of saving lives at sea. National Volunteer Week provides an opportunity for us to stop and appreciate the invaluable contribution made by Coastguard volunteers to our communities. Our volunteers come from many different walks of life but all have a desire to give back and provide help to those who need it most. For some Coastguard volunteers this may see them going from being in a suit in the office to performing a rescue in a single afternoon. Over 300 Coastguard volunteers gave their time and skills to help keep communities in the South Island safe on the water last year, Shane Torrance doesn’t fit the stereotype of a volunteer at an older person’s day programme. But his tattoos, shaved head, and heavy-metal t-shirts belie a big soft heart. Now, the older ladies who wouldn’t let him hold their handbags while they climbed into the Enliven van call him their friend. Enliven day programmes give vulnerable older people a place to connect with others—something that helps them live healthier, happier, longer lives. Shane assists on minivan runs, then serves morning tea, chats with members, and helps with activities (Housie, anyone?). Because Shane knows what it feels like to almost bringing more than 260 Kiwi’s home safely, Many people don’t realise that each crew member on a Coastguard rescue vessels and every support person back at the 16 Coastguard units around the South Island are volunteers. All Coastguard crew members are trained to the highest standards, training that they dedicate hours to in addition to working and family life. Volunteers – the heart of our community at Presbyterian Support lose independence due to health issues, he enjoys helping others struggling with theirs. <strong>The</strong> theme of this year’s volunteer week is “Volunteers - <strong>The</strong> Heart of Our Community”. Certainly, as a social services non-profit, Presbyterian Support couldn’t achieve what we do without people like Shane. Bringing his young daughter into Enliven during school holidays, Shane is raising another big-hearted, giving person. Presbyterian Support offers many opportunities to volunteer through our Enliven and Family Works groups. To learn more, call Megan or Hillary on 03 366 542. Or visit www.psuppersouthorg. nz/volunteer. Volunteering Canterbury We wish to thank all the volunteers who have donated time during the past year to provide service to our community. Volunteering Canterbury exists to help volunteers, community organisations and businesses make a difference, so together we can eliminate poverty, save the environment and make Canterbury the best place to live in the world. <strong>The</strong>y would like to extend an invitation to everyone to support their community by signing up for free at their website www. volcan.org.nz and join the 13,000 other volunteers already helping their favourite causes. Every year, Volunteering Canterbury’s 286 member community organisations help 36,000 people across Canterbury, a staggering 6% of the population. You too can be part of this team making such a difference to the way we live. Some of the services Volunteering Canterbury offers: • Recruiting and supporting volunteers to assist community organisations and people in need • Free registration on our website • Huge choice of volunteer roles available • Regular workshops and network meetings • Group volunteering opportunities for businesses and other groups Why become a volunteer? • Connect with people, keep active • Help the community and environment • Learn new skills, boost your confidence and CV How to volunteer? 1. As an Individual – create your free account at www.volcan.org.nz You can search for suitable roles by category, area and time commitment. 2. Group Volunteering via the contact page of the website. 3. Other Services call 03 366 2442 or 0800 865 268. We sincerely thank our wonderful volunteers for their valuable contribution to Orana Wildlife Park. We are currently seeking passionate people to join our volunteer team, for a variety of roles including guiding visitors and driving our Safari Shuttle (particularly on weekends). If you would like to join our team, please contact us to obtain an application pack. Phone 359 7109 extn 819 volunteers@oranawildlifepark.co.nz www.oranawildlifepark.co.nz Thank you! Thank you! It’s Volunteer Awareness Week and New Zealand Red Cross wants to thank all the amazing people who volunteer for us. <strong>The</strong> programmes we deliver to vulnerable people in New Zealand communities are diverse and far-reaching – and we simply couldn’t do it without you! Want to join us? Volunteering in your community is fun and rewarding. <strong>The</strong>re are many ways you can help: • Youth Programmes • Meals on Wheels • Community Transport • Disaster Response For more info: phone 0800 RED CROSS go to redcross.org.nz follow us on Facebook • Events • Shops THANK YOU! To all our wonderful, amazing, fabulous and truly brilliant volunteers. We Can’t Do This Work Without YOU! Last year our volunteers donated 32,409 hours of driving, visiting, talking, listening, laughing, and playing. <strong>The</strong>y positively impacted the lives of hundreds of people, young and old, in the upper South Island. This year, why not join them?! To learn more about volunteering with our service groups Family Works and Enliven, call your local service centre: Christchurch Ashburton Rangiora 03 366 5472 03 308 5868 03 313 8588 www.psuppersouth.org.nz/volunteer Supporting People to Be Safe, Strong, and Connected
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