Cholmondeley

Cholmondeley Providing short-term emergency and planned respite care for Canterbury tamariki.

Support can come in many different forms at Cholmondeley.We support tamariki and whānau for many different reasons, and ...
05/10/2026

Support can come in many different forms at Cholmondeley.

We support tamariki and whānau for many different reasons, and sometimes that support extends to making sure a child has enough clothes, a good pair of shoes or a comfortable bed to sleep in while they’re with us.

A big thank you to two local businesses who have recently helped us with some of those practical needs.

The team at Runacres Insurance organised a staff collection of clothing, backpacks and other essentials for tamariki staying with us. Some items were donated from home, while others were purchased new, with the team taking the time to collect everything and bring it through to Cholmondeley.

Sometimes tamariki arrive without a bag or some of the things they need, so having these items on hand means we can make sure they have what they need while they’re here.

We’d also like to thank the team at MM Linen, who recently visited Cholmondeley and generously donated duvet sets for our tamariki.

We’re incredibly grateful to both businesses for thinking of Cholmondeley and helping us provide a welcoming, comfortable home away from home for tamariki when they need it most.

Looking for a team event with a difference?Get your crew together and join us for the Cholmondeley Sailing Regatta.Wheth...
28/09/2026

Looking for a team event with a difference?

Get your crew together and join us for the Cholmondeley Sailing Regatta.

Whether you’re keen to get out on the water and compete, or simply enjoy a great day out with your team, there’s an option for you.

3-person, 4-person, 6-person and 10-person boats are available, or bring a group of up to 20 and enjoy the cruise boat, where you can relax, spectate and soak up the atmosphere.

No sailing experience required. We provide an experienced skipper and crew, so you can sit back and enjoy the day.

Your ticket includes a BBQ lunch, sailing challenge, prizegiving and dinner.

$150 + GST per person

Bring your team. Hit the water. Make a difference.

Find out more: https://www.cholmondeley.org.nz/sailing

ICYMI, yesterday was World Gratitude Day.At Cholmondeley, our tamariki made cards for someone they’re grateful for.Grati...
22/09/2026

ICYMI, yesterday was World Gratitude Day.

At Cholmondeley, our tamariki made cards for someone they’re grateful for.

Gratitude doesn’t have to be complicated. It can be as simple as taking a moment to think about someone who’s there for you, helps you out, makes you laugh or makes your day a little better. And sure, there’s a day for it, but it’s something you can do all year round.

If you’re interested in the idea of gratitude and building resilience for yourself or your tamariki, The Resilience Project by Hugh van Cuylenburg is a great read. It explores three simple ideas known as GEM: Gratitude, Empathy and Mindfulness, and how they can support wellbeing and resilience.

So, who are you grateful for? And have you told them lately?

Over $90,000 raised at Little Gems! ✨What a night! Our Little Gems Cocktail Party, proudly presented by ILAM TOYOTA and ...
17/09/2026

Over $90,000 raised at Little Gems! ✨

What a night! Our Little Gems Cocktail Party, proudly presented by ILAM TOYOTA and supported by Harcourts Holmwood Real Estate, raised more than $90,000 for Cholmondeley.

We’re so grateful to everyone who helped make the evening possible, from our generous sponsors and donors to our wonderful guests, volunteers and event suppliers.

A special thank you to ILAM TOYOTA, who are celebrating an incredible 30 years of supporting Cholmondeley this year. We’re hugely grateful for their longstanding commitment to providing a safe and caring home away from home for Canterbury tamariki.

There were plenty of highlights on the night, with Hilary Muir and Fitzy from The Breeze Canterbury 94.5FM keeping the room entertained, Tracie Wilson from Runacres Insurance sharing her moving Cholmondeley story, DangerBaby bringing the energy, Nick Scarlett setting the scene as guests arrived, the Little Gems tree supported by Merivale Mall and participating stores, and Dan Pengelly from Harcourts Holmwood Real Estate working his magic in the auction room.

Thank you also to the Westpac team, and all our volunteers for helping make the night happen, and to Brandhouse for generously supplying much of the alcohol for the evening.

And finally, thank you to Charlie Rose Creative for capturing the night so beautifully.

Thank you to everyone who helped make Little Gems 2026 such a success. Your support makes a real difference to Canterbury tamariki and their whānau.

Click here to view the event photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/Ytm7KdQ1r1CzgiyY6

15/09/2026

Kia kōrero tātou i te reo Māori! (“Let’s speak te reo Māori!”)

It’s Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week), running from 14–20 September. To celebrate, our Outdoor Educator MJ is joined by Adam in this video to share some of the kupu (words) and phrases we regularly use at Cholmondeley, including e noho (sit down), e tū (stand up), whakarongo (listen), kura (school), wharepaku (toilet), ata mārie (good morning), moana (sea/ocean), pōtai (hat), kai (food/eat) and ka kite (see you/goodbye).

You don’t need to know lots of te reo Māori to start using it. Pick a word, have a go and keep practising.

Kia kaha, kia māia, kia kōrero!

Be strong, be brave, speak!

We’re almost underway!We can’t wait to welcome our guests to Little Gems 2026 Proudly Presented by ILAM TOYOTA and suppo...
12/09/2026

We’re almost underway!
We can’t wait to welcome our guests to Little Gems 2026 Proudly Presented by ILAM TOYOTA and supported by Harcourts Holmwood.
A huge thanks to all those that have generously donated auction items, and supported pulling the event together.
Let’s get the party started!

✨ Cholmondeley's premier event Little Gems proudly presented by ILAM TOYOTA and supported by Harcourts Holmwood Real Est...
11/09/2026

✨ Cholmondeley's premier event Little Gems proudly presented by ILAM TOYOTA and supported by Harcourts Holmwood Real Estate is happening tomorrow! ✨

We’re thrilled to share some of the incredible auction items generously donated by our amazing supporters. A huge thank you to everyone who contributed. For those attending, here’s a sneak peek at the items you can bid on:

💎 Punakaiki Coastal Escape for Six | Donated by Scenic Hotel Group
💎 Your Private Day on Lyttelton Harbour | Donated by HamiltonJet New Zealand
💎 Hands in Pockets, Oil on Canvas | Donated by Kate Senior
💎 Mystery Golf Day: Tee Off With The Stars | Donated by Clearwater Golf Club
💎 A Weekend Off Grid: PurePods Escape for Two | Donated by ILAM TOYOTA
💎 An Evening of Fine Dining with Executive Chef Richard Hingston | Donated by Christchurch Casino
💎 The Azure Bloom: A Sapphire to Treasure | Donated by Charlie Lattimore, Jewellery By Design NZ
💎 Ode to our Planet: Original Acrylic on Canvas | Donated by DAMON PUDDY ART NZ
💎 Golf Everywhere | Donated by Buddle Findlay Child Health Foundation

For more details and to start planning your bids, please click here:https://mcusercontent.com/d92bd41b7987d75aa3b93f70c/files/eee33ddf-2886-f71d-cdc3-dcc323eb6e69/Little_Gems_Live_Auctions.02.pdf

If you're interested in bidding on any of the auction items and are unable to attend Little Gems, please email [email protected] and we'll work on a bidding plan.

11/09/2026

How good is this?!

We loved having auctioneer extraordinaire Dan Pengelly from Harcourts Holmwood Real Estate out to Cholmondeley (pronounced Chum-Lee, weird I know 🤣) last week.

We’re stoked that Harcourts Holmwood will be supporting sponsor, alongside principal sponsor ILAM TOYOTA for our Little Gems Cocktail Party on tomorrow night.

We’re so fortunate to have businesses like this that are so pivotal in Cholmondeley being able to provide free respite care for local 5-12 year old children.

Interested in helping out yourself? Have a watch and see how you can support.

Need petrol?While you’re there, why not support Cholmondeley in Z Good in the Hood?We’ve been selected at three Z Energy...
07/09/2026

Need petrol?

While you’re there, why not support Cholmondeley in Z Good in the Hood?

We’ve been selected at three Z Energy stations, and every vote helps us raise funds to support local children and their families in a time of need.

Find us at:

Z Bryndwr | 52 Strowan Road, Bryndwr
Z Cashmere | 23–25 Colombo Street, Beckenham
Z Moorhouse | 40 Moorhouse Avenue, Addington

Voting closes at midnight on Monday, 14 September. So if you’re heading past, pop in and give us a vote.

Thanks for helping us make a difference.

Movie Night at Christ's College, Canterbury🍿For the second year running, our tamariki were treated to a special movie ni...
26/08/2026

Movie Night at Christ's College, Canterbury🍿

For the second year running, our tamariki were treated to a special movie night at Christ’s College, as part of a Jacobs House initiative.

The kids got into their PJs before heading over for dinner and some pre-movie activities, including basketball and a few games of pool. Well, rolling pool balls around on a pool table. 🤣

After that, it was time to settle in for the Minions & Monsters movie, along with hot chocolates and marshmallows. Yummo!

A big thank you to Christ’s College for hosting us again. We love seeing our tamariki get the chance to enjoy memorable experiences like this.

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