Eltham Lions Club South Taranaki

27/05/2026

Happy 125 Birthday
125 years ago on May 29, 1901, the Rawhitiroa Hall was opened for the community. 6 local men had volunteered to be guarantors to the bank for a mortgage to build the Rawhitiroa Community Hall.
They were Hall Committee Chairman Liddle Nairn, H A Wood, A Manley, J Jacobsen, G Coplestone and G Moir.
The building has since been the social hub of the community and remains a well-used and valued space, serving community groups, Rawhitiroa School, and residents.
Our Community Hall is looking fantastic, and the surrounding area continues to impress with ANZAC Cove, the Memorial Wall, and the newly repaired and painted gates and entrance to the Rawhitiroa Memorial Pool.
We are grateful for the continued support from TOI Foundation, the TET Trust and the South Taranaki District Council. Their support plays a vital role in enabling us to deliver these improvements and sustain the Hall for the future generations.
This is a great time to acknowledge the generations of Hall Committee since then that have been involved with keeping the hall maintained and completing the continuous improvements. Thank you to all the community that have given their time too.
All this activity and support highlights how important this space is to our community. Together, we continue to provide a place where people can meet, connect, relax, and enjoy themselves. As we look ahead, we’re excited about future improvements and the opportunities they will bring

12/05/2026

Tonight’s Lions Club meeting was a partner evening with the theme “Country of Origin,” where members proudly wore outfits representing their heritage and backgrounds.

It was also a special award evening, celebrating members and supporters for their dedication and service. Awards presented included Friend, Honour, Fellowship, and Life Member recognitions. Each recipient was presented with a pin, certificate, and commemorative gift in recognition of their contribution to Lions and the community.

A wonderful evening of friendship, culture, recognition, and community spirit.🎉🎈

25/04/2026

🌿 Lest We Forget 🌿
Eltham ANZAC Day

14/04/2026

Tonight we had the pleasure of having Zone Chairman Paul Collins deliver a wonderful address to our club. Thank you Paul!

14/03/2026

💛 Free Health Checks at Mangamingi Dog Trials

The Lions GLOB My Free Health Check caravan was at the Mangamingi Dog Trials today, offering free health checks to the community.

From 8.30am through to 3.30pm, around 35 locals of all ages stopped by to check their heart rate, pulse, cholesterol, blood sugar and overall wellbeing. After the check, visitors also had the opportunity to have a chat with GP Dr Warren from Feilding.

It was a fantastic day connecting with the community and supporting people to take a moment to check in on their health.

A big thank you to everyone who helped make it happen.

10/03/2026

Neighbours Day 2026 - it's time to fire up the grill and get to know our neighbours!

Join us with Hydras CYFC KBC and Koutou Charitable Trust for a fun afternoon.

When: Sunday 22nd March 2026, 4pm onwards
Where: 89 Bridge Street, 4pm onwards
Potluck: please bring a plate to share

RSVP to Huia Brown (Koutou Trust Secretary) on 027 355 9707, or just turn up on the day!

Everyone is welcome. Let's build the connections that make our community stronger. See you there!

Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

05/03/2026

17/02/2026

Join us Sunday 8 March for the Eltham Lions Kite Day, happening from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Head over to Neill Road in Eltham to witness a spectacular display of large, colorful kites soaring in the sky. There will be a BBQ, drinks, and kites available for sale. Bring the whole family for a day of fun.
The NZKA member’s will have a members only day and be flying kites on Saturday 7th at Neill Road too.

27/01/2026

Nexans Fun Run/Walk - Eltham

Where:
Lake Rotokare Scenic Reserve

When:
Sunday 1 February
9:30am - 9km walkers
10:00am - all other distances (2km, 5km, 9km)

Who:
Everyone welcome, all ages and fitness levels!
Walk or run, solo or with family.

Entry Fee:
• $10 per person / $35 family if registered before 30 Jan
• Or pay on the day: $15 per person / $40 family

Spot prizes and a great day out guaranteed!

A donation from this event will be made to the Rotokare Scenic Reserve Trust to support their amazing conservation work.

How to join:
Read the details and enter here:
athleticstaranaki.org.nz/nexanseltham

Note:
✅ Bring your own water bottle (cup-free event)
❌ Sorry, no dogs – it’s a protected wildlife area

Come join the fun, enjoy the fresh air, and support a great community event!