Kia Kaha Kaikōura

29/09/2026

Check out this great opportunity offered by North Canterbury Rural Support Trust - Beyond the Game - Leadership & Resilience with Richie McCaw, North Canterbury

Join Westpac and the North Canterbury Rural Support Trust for a free fireside chat with Richie McCaw.

27/09/2026

Confident & Competent Su***de Prevention Training Workshop- Custodians of Hope: Supporting the suicidal person Day 2 – Kaikōura
Tue, 10 Nov, 9am - 4pm Upper Room Kaikōura
An opportunity for learning with award winning su***de prevention specialist, Barry Taylor
Register here https://events.humanitix.com/confident-and-competent-su***de-prevention-training-workshop-day-2-kaikoura

22/09/2026

Recent Feed Back
Thank you to all those concerned in the organisation of bringing Barry Taylor to Kaikoura. His Seminars “I Just Want to Know Why? Making sense of su***de” and “Confident & Competent 2 day training for su***de prevention”, were excellent. A very receptive audience heard Barry talk about su***de, a subject that he has researched extremely well. His expertise helped this writer to see the topic with fresh eyes. I pray that this opportunity will be offered to many more families, whose lives have been devastated by su***de. Personally, I now have “fresh eyes” and more importantly have fresh hope, that more lives can be saved by the knowledge that is gained from more public discussions, held in safe environments, and facilitated by compassionate leaders such as Barry.
Kia kaha!

14/09/2026

At Kia Kaha Kaikōura, we love shining a spotlight on the people and initiatives that help make our community stronger, more connected and resilient.
So, here’s a big shout-out to James and Kim from New World for the fantastic work they have been doing, bringing people together through their community dinners at the old Scout Hall.
These dinners are about much more than sharing a meal. They are a chance to meet new people, catch up with neighbours, share stories, have a laugh and celebrate the wonderful diversity of our community.
It’s places and occasions like this that remind us of what makes Kaikōura special — people looking out for one another, making connections and creating a community where everyone has a place.
Well done, James and Kim, and thank you for helping to bring Kaikōura together around the dinner table!
They even provide containers so any leftovers can be package up as take home meals,

08/09/2026

Confident & Competent 2 day training for su***de prevention for kai mahi, workers in health, social services, and counselling/psychotherapy sectors to update knowledge and competence in su***de risk assessment and providing support.
Monday 21 September 2026 and Tuesday 22 September 2026
9am – 4pm held in the Upper Room, King Tide
There is a $20 charge

08/09/2026

In 11 days there is a very worthwhile opportunity for whanau and friends impacted by su***de…’I just want to know why?’
Here in Kaikoura.
Sunday 20 September 2026 1pm – 4pm in The Upper Room, King Tide
This is free for everyone. To register scan the code or click this link https://events.humanitix.com/i-just-want-to-know-why-kaikoura?utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e0_tv2_a1den1nm7w9txc&fbclid=IwY2xjawUNekdwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMXZ1Zmd0R1FUbVJXQUYyR1FzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeifameD9aIqg6AL-OqX53boRV94aCByFC14wcOTdbioo8a7rsqZVGILuN1Rw_aem_SuCzhILfEv31gUHJAxNV7Q

An information forum on su***de for those bereaved by su***de

30/07/2026

2 day training for su***de prevention for kai mahi, workers in health, social services, and counselling/psychotherapy sectors to update knowledge and competence in su***de risk assessment and providing support.
Monday 21 September 2026 and Tuesday 22 September 2026
9am – 4pm held in the Upper Room, King Tide
There is a $20 charge

30/07/2026

More about - I just want to know
Making sense of su***de event
Tio register https://events.humanitix.com/i-just-want-to-know-why-kaikoura

30/07/2026

A very worthwhile opportunity for whanau and friends impacted by su***de…’I just want to know why?’
Sunday 20 September 2026 1pm – 4pm in The Upper Room, King Tide
This is free for everyone.

17/06/2026

Mental Health -KEEP LEARNING
The Five Ways to Wellbeing are five simple yet proven actions you can use every day to help you find balance, build resilience and boost your wellbeing. These practices are backed by evidence and can be easily incorporated into anyone's life, regardless of their situation. Kia Kaha Kaikōura has crafted some videos clip highlighting the 5 ways of wellbeing with local content / talent, Thankyou to Hikitia, who funded the video initiative.
CONNECT / GIVE / BE ACTIVE / TAKE NOTICE / KEEP LEARNING