Photo Gallery

19 Oct 2021

Launch of our interactive Charity Op Shopping Map!

On 19 October, as part of Recycle Week 2021, we launched our interactive Charity Op Shopping Map! This fantastic tool highlights the abundance of locations all around Canterbury to recycle your pre-loved household goods, or snap up a bargain for yourself. Take a look at the map and make a difference today!

The Recycle.co.nz logo Inside an Op Shop building. Rows of racks display clothes for sale. Shelves in the background displaying knick knacks. Plants hang from the ceiling A screen shot displaying a map of Canterbury. Purple dots identify the location of Op Shops around the region
19 Aug 2021

Marking 'World Photo Day'

On 19 August, we marked World Photo Day, by creating team photos - Disney style! Clockwise from top left we have Mary Ellen, Alison, Glenda and Tammy. It was a great way to "see" each other even while we were in lockdown!

A collage of four faces, edited to look like Disney characters.
12 Aug 2021

Lincoln University Student Expo

On 12 August, we took part in the Lincoln University Student Expo, chatting to students about what's involved when you volunteer, and how you can give back to your community while gaining valuable skills - for life and your CV! It was great to see so many young people interested in volunteering and making a difference in this way. And, what a beautiful Spring day to top if off!

A woman stands behind a stall, talking to a student about volunteering. Volunteering Canterbury banner in the foreground. Tourettes Association of NZ banner in the background A garden area with daffodil plants, beginning to flower. Trees and buildings in the background
28 Jul 2021

Our annual Student Volunteering Expo

On 28 July, we held our annual Student Volunteering Expo in partnership with University of Canterbury to give students the opportunity to talk volunteering face-to-face with a range of organisations. As always, this event had a great turn out, the Undercroft was buzzing! Special shout out to Jessie, who volunteering to help us man our stall for the occasion. We met Jessie at a recent Employment Seminar for Refugees and Migrants hosted by St Barnabas Church. We were also joined by Kobe, a Hearing Dog who has recently joined the Vounteering Canterbury team, accompanying our Outreach Manager.

A large open room, crowded with people A woman kneels down to hug a dog
13 Jul 2021

Richmond Community Garden opens Fungi Farm

On 13 July, we were delighted to see the opening of the Fungi Farm, at Richmond Community Gardens. Many of our group volunteering teams have given time and effort to this community project, and it's wonderful to see all that come to fruition. What a positive contribution to the local community!

A collage of six images showing a large outdoor area, covered in bark, with wooden sculptures made to look like mushrooms. Children playing. A ribbon being cut to open the gardens