Checking-in
Tools and connection for a tough season
This is a challenging time for rural people. So let’s check-in with ourselves, and our mates.
Events
Building back is better in-person. Check-in with whānau & mates at one of the below initiatives hosted or supported by the ‘Checking-in’ partner organisations.
YOU Matter
Agri-Women’s Development Trust
A special invitation to pause, re-energise and build the courage, mindset, skills & connections for recovery.
Pawarenga | 19 Feb - 26 Apr
Wairarapa | 21 Feb - 19 Apr
Ōpōtiki | 26 Feb - 26 Apr
Tairāwhiti, Gisborne | 26 Feb - 26 Apr
Comedy Night Show
Farmstrong
Grab your mates, neighbours or treat your team to a great night of comedy.
Te Aroha | 21 Feb
Pukekohe | 22 Feb
Rotorua | 10 May
Rest, Refresh and Revitalise
Rural Women New Zealand
Rural Women New Zealand are hosting events for the hard-working women volunteers who have been the backbone of their Tairāwhiti, Hawke’s Bay and Tararua communities over the past year. Nominate a woman who has gone above and beyond in supporting her community at the email address below.
Weathering the Storm
Rural Support Trust
The Weathering the Storm workshop will help you manage the stress and heightened emotions associated with severe weather. The workshop explores weather-related anxiety and the range of impacts extreme weather can have on individuals, whānau and communities. Discover the emotional phases of a disaster, how to manage anxiety and distress, and ways to build resilience.
Te Puke | 18 March
Know your Mindset. Lead the Recovery
Agri-Women’s Development Trust
A short, online programme supporting food & fibre leaders to manage the multiple pressures of leadership in times of challenge.
Online | 27 Feb & 05 Mar
Online | 12 Mar & 19 Mar
The Bitches’ Box
Farmstrong
Emma Newborn and Amelia Dunbar return for the fourth time for this “world famous in rural New Zealand” show featuring some of their most loved dog characters. A hilarious, fast-paced comedy.
Te Tai Tokerau, Northland
Helensville | 9 April
Port Albert | 10 April
Matakohe | 11 April
Parakao | 12 April
Broadwood | 13 April
Umawera | 14 April
Tairāwhiti, Gisborne
Turihaua | 18 April
Waerenga-O-Kuri | 19 April
Mātāwai | 20 April
Wairarapa
Gladstone | 9 May
Manawatū, Tararua
Weber | 10 May
Pohangina Valley | 11 May
Tangaroa Walker - Farmer Extraordinaire & Inspirational Speaker
Bay of Plenty Rural Support Trust & NZ Young Farmers
Come and be inspired by Tangaroa’s journey.
Te Puke | 16 March | 6pm-11pm
‘Checking-in’ is a series of rural community events and programmes running across the North Island this summer – backed by online tools & tips for personal and family wellbeing. It’s about supporting farmers, growers, fishers and rural people to connect with each other and build-back from severe weather and other challenges.
Ready to start checking-in? Find a local event above or sign-up for our weekly tools & tips email series.
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