and
included in the distribution World Vision Shelter Tool Kits and Tarpaulins
which complimented the contents of the Rotary Emergency Response Kits.
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Showing posts with label Rotary New ZEaland. Show all posts
Thursday, 16 April 2015
MISSION ACCOMPLISHED – Rotary Emergency Response Kits (ERKs)
Tuesday, 2 April 2013
Recent research by Cure Kids
Letter from Rosemary Such of Cure Kids.
"As you know,more than any partner,
Rotary plays a pivotal role in our ability to fund vital medical research. If
you didn't see Campbell Live on TV last night I thought I'd share the story
that appeared, showcasing one of our most recent research projects. The
viability of growing full–thickness synthetic skin for burn injuries is one of
five studies we have funded under our Granting Round, approved late last
year.
We have also had media attention around other
Granting Round projects. Links on childhood obesity can be viewed here.
We'd love you to share these stories with
Rotary In New Zealand - thank you again for helping to cure kids, we couldn't do
what we do without you.
Rosemary"
I help passionate people
raise money
to cure kids
Rosemary
Such Fundraising & Events
Manager
T: 09 370 0283 M: 027 410 0735 curekids.org.nz
Thursday, 22 November 2012
Library to Go – New Mobile Libraries
The vans – each fully kitted-out to deliver familiar library services such as books, magazines, DVDs, CDs and free Wi-Fi – will help fill the gap left in library services after the earthquakes lead to the closure of Bishopdale, Central, Linwood, South and Sumner Libraries. A trailer able to transport additional furniture and equipment will be also available for special events and programmes.
Operating on a weekly schedule that sees them visiting a range of hand-picked locations across the city, Mobile Library will be launched in the New Brighton Christmas Parade on Saturday 1 December and will be in service from Monday 3 December.
Rotary New Zealand sought and received funding for this project after identifying a need in post-quake Christchurch for the more flexible library services the vans provide. One van is funded by Rotary International, and the other through a partnership with Rotary and the Cotton On Foundation.
With the existing Mobile Library bus marking its final day of service on Sunday 25 November, Libraries and Information Unit Manager Carolyn Robertson says the donation is a timely and welcome addition to the library fleet.
“Since the earthquakes, the existing Mobile Library bus has been unable to reach certain parts of Christchurch because of its size. One of the advantages of the new, smaller mobile library vans is their ability to visit these places.
“We’re looking at solutions for getting our closed libraries back on-line, but the introduction of Mobile Library will definitely take some of the sting out of their loss. These vans aren’t a stop-gap measure – they’re attractive, they’re novel, they’re stacked with features and we’re intending for them to have a long life. They’ll be new favourites for a lot of people.”
Mayor Bob Parker says Mobile Library is a huge step towards reducing isolation in certain communities.
“Libraries frequently take on a role as the heart of the community, and to have even one closed is a tangible loss. Mobile Library will work as a band-aid of sorts, increasing participation and delivering a world of knowledge. Christchurch is hugely grateful to Rotary and Cotton On for this incredible gift.”
For a schedule of the mobile vans’ stops, please visit www.christchurchcitylibraries.com/Mobiles
Media Advisory
Media are invited to attend the launch of the Library Mobile on Saturday 1 December, and to explore the vans and interview key figures from Christchurch City Council, Rotary New Zealand and Cotton On Foundation.
From 11.30am
Saturday 1 December
Outside New Brighton Library
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