ABOUT US:
We are a community-based Centre that focuses on enabling community development and growth through the provision of community-led groups and projects for people to gain and become empowered for a better quality of life within our community.
Our Mission: To be a resilient community where people belong, contribute and grow.
Our Vision: Growing connectedness, support and sustainability so people can be empowered to a better quality of life.
Our Values: Synchronicity, empowerment, holistic well-being, humility, innovation, integrity and sustainability.
Our Purpose: To build collaboration, co-operation, a sustainable and robust community.
Address: 89 Rowley Ave, Hoon Hay, Christchurch
Opening hours: Monday to Friday 9am-2pm, closed weekend and public holidays
▪ Use our contact page
▪To send an email directly to a staff member, see the 'Meet the Team'
▪Leave a phone message on 03-9601776
▪Message us on our Facebook Page
▪Or pop into the Centre between the hours of 9am-2pm, Monday to Friday.
Weave with harakeke and create taonga for your whānau.
Harakeke Flax Wea…
Learn Skills. Share Skills. Be involved.
The Community (Woodwork) Shed br…
Develop your carving skills!
Learn to carve stone using traditional hand …
Free Adult Classes through HALC
Tutor: Mary
Information:
We have ex…
Weave with harakeke and create taonga for your whānau.
Harakeke Flax Weaving Classes are now at the Addington Gardens Care Centre located at 207 Lincoln Road, Addington. If you are interested in joining this class, you are all welcome to join. Please register your interest by calling us 03 960 1776 or email manager@rcc.net.nz for more information.
9am-2pm Every Monday
$10 per person/ per term
The Community (Woodwork) Shed brings people in the community together to:
It is a safe and wonderful place for everyone in the community to make projects while learning to:
Like to join?
If you would like to brush up or learn new woodwork skills, come and have a chat with the Tutors Alec, or Trevor at the Community Shed who are here every Tuesday between 10am-12pm during school term only. Or email: manager@rcc.net.nz or phone (03) 960 1776 between 9am-2pm, Monday-Friday.
Develop your carving skills!
Learn to carve stone using traditional hand tools! Using just a hammer and chisel you will enjoy the satisfaction of turning a piece of raw Oamaru stone into a wonderful creation for your garden or for indoors. Classes are held in the stone carving yard, which is in front of the Community Woodwork Shed at Rowley Community Centre.
Requirements:
Please ensure you wear appropriate warm (old) clothing and suitable footwear (closed-toe, closed-heel shoes) as you will be working outdoors in a sheltered area.
Long hair must be tied back.
You will need to wear a mask during class, due to the stone dust.
Tutor: Eddie Cook
Free Adult Classes through HALC
Tutor: Mary
Information:
We have experienced Tutors from HALC (Hagley Adult Literacy Centre) who will assist with reading, writing, maths, computer skills, workplace communication and help learners work towards their NCEA Level 1 standards.
Classes are kept small so that individuals can go at their own pace and level.
Requirements:
Please contact Evelyn if you would like more information: manager@rowleyresourcecentre.org.nz or ring (03) 960 1776.
**No classes during school holidays.