Gisborne Care and Craft Centre

14/09/2026

Very thankful to the family who dropped this off for us to use. Our guests who love doing jigsaw and excited to use it.

07/09/2026

Kia ora koutou 👋

Next week is Dying Matters Week 💜 — and here in Tairāwhiti, there are some beautiful opportunities to come together and have the conversations that matter most.

Death, dying, grief, end-of-life care — these are part of life, and they deserve to be talked about with openness and aroha. Whether you're curious, navigating loss, or simply want to connect with others, you are welcome.

No need to register — just turn up, bring yourself, and be part of the kōrero. We'd love to see you there.

07/09/2026

Its lovely to receive such yummy treats while we are doing our activities thanks Good Bi***es Baking Gisborne

10/08/2026

Tairawhiti Positive Ageing Trust is holding an event on the 21st of August.

This event is aimed at support our seniors and offering them some input which will be helpful to them.

10/08/2026

We have the beautiful tote bags for sale, all with a design by Betty on it.

$5 per bag. Available in person at 396 Aberdeen Road.
Cash or Bank deposit please.

31/07/2026

Here is our lovely Dot. Dot has been running Care and Craft Gisborne for 38 years. Thats 5-6 hours at least 48 weeks a year, for 38 years. Of voluntary work, supporting those who, usually, aren't supported by any other service.

We are still looking for someone who has this passion to step in and support Dot and eventually take over what Dot has been doing.

Most people come to volunteering wanting to give back. What they don't expect is how much volunteering gives back to them.

New connections. New friends. New experiences. A renewed sense of purpose.

That's what we see, week after week, in the volunteers we place across Tairāwhiti.

Ready to find out what volunteering could give you? Get in touch with us today.

26/07/2026

Kia ora koutou 👋
Join us for next month's Grief Café at PBC Cafe — and the topic is a beautiful one: *The Healing Power of Writing Through Grief. *
Whether you're carrying loss from a death, a relationship ending, a diagnosis, or a life change, writing your story can be a gentle path toward healing.
We'll explore why writing helps, share simple ways to get started, and connect in a safe, warm space.
📅 Monday 17 August, 10am
📍 PBC Cafe – Dining Room, Gisborne
Everyone is welcome — no writing experience needed. Just come as you are. 💛
To express interest or find out more, reach out to Nicole: [email protected] — or simply drop in.

26/07/2026

20/07/2026

We are looking forward to seeing everyone back tomorrow for Care and Craft.
See you there.

19/06/2026

We want to give a Big Shout Out to Good Bi***es Baking Gisborne for all the yummy baking they bring us each week. We can't thank you enough for each treat you bring us. We have tried some amazing recipes we couldn't pick a favourite.

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