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Arts Holiday program

Arts Holiday Programme – Ruatoria (April 2026)

A two-week school holiday programme for ages 5–18 at Te Whare Rangatahi o Ruatoria.

Dates:

Week 1: 7–9 April

Week 2: 14–16 April

Time: 10am – 2pm daily

Activities: Art, crafts, games, KiwiDEX, jewellery making, painting, clay work, and more

Extras: Free programme with lunch provided (shared lunch on final day)

Transport: Van pickup available (Rangitukia & Tikitiki)

Contact: 021 239 8585

Each day has themed activities like drawing, pancake pictures, slime making, sewing, games, and a final party day.

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Growing Through Grief

Are you or someone you know experiencing Grief as a result of:

- The death of a loved one

- Separation or divorce

- Imprisonment of a Family Member

- Change in family life or circumstances

- Life threatening illness of a family member

- Affected by natural disaster

Then please register to attend the 'Exploring the Seasons of Grief Workshop facilitated by Nicole West from Gisborne'

When:  Thursday's 10.30am to 1pm

April 23rd, April 30th, May 7th, & 14th

Where:  Heartlands Centre, Hekiera Road, Ruatoria

Cost:  $30 for all four seasons

For more info:  Contact the Grief Coordinator 021 814810

Enrolment Forms and Information Pamphlets are available locally:

Phone or text:  021 873431

(Marina Tibble dropped this off, not sure if this is her number or not).

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Clinic Closure Notice – Puhi Kai Iti Community Health Centre

Puhi Kai Iti Community Health Centre will be closed for staff training on the following dates:

🗓️ Wednesday 15 April 2026

🗓️ Wednesday 22 April 2026

⏰ From 12:00pm – 5:00pm

During this time, telehealth consultations with a Doctor are available.

📞 Please call 06 867 8550 and follow the voice prompts to be connected.

If your situation is urgent and cannot wait, please go to Gisborne Hospital Emergency Department.

We will resume normal business hours Thursday 16th April 2026.

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UMUARIKI MARAE TUPAROA

UMUARIKI MARAE TUPAROA

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING TO BE HELD

DATE: SUNDAY, 19TH APRIL 2026

TIME: 11.00AM

VENUE: R.S.A. RUATORIA

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Update: Mobile screening on the 35

Early detection saves lives.

Available for Breast, Bowel & Cervical health.

Free mammograms for eligible wāhine, every

two years.

Te Puia Springs Hospital

(4 McKenzie street, Te Puia Springs, 8am -5pm daily)

Wednesday 15th, Thursday16th and Friday 17th April

Tuesday 21st, Wednesday 22nd and Thursday 23rd April

Wednesday 29th April, Thursday 30th April and May 1st

Wednesday 5th, Thursday 6th and Friday 7th May

For more info or to book Phone 0800 270 200. Walk-ins also accepted.

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Ruatoria main street rubbish bins are NOT for household rubbish

A gentle reminder - the rubbish bins in the main street of Ruatoria are NOT for your home or domestic rubbish.  

Please dispose of your household rubbish by taking it to the dump or putting in the rubbish collection on Wednesday.  

The main street rubbish bins are not for your household rubbish.

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