Welcome to the Rotary Club of Bishopdale Burnside 

Over 50 Years of Community Service to Christchurch

Join us in embarking on an inspiring and fulfilling journey as a Rotarian, where we strive to make a lasting positive impact on our beloved community. We have been supporting our local community for well over 50 years.

With nearly half a century of dedicated support for Bishopdale Burnside and Greater Christchurch, our club is passionately committed to meaningful projects and highly successful fundraising events, driven by our collective desire to uplift and empower those around us.

We eagerly embrace inquiries from those curious about Rotary, extending a warm invitation to visiting Rotarians to join us in our meetings and projects.

Experience the warmth of fellowship at our venue, the esteemed Quality Hotel Elms, every Monday at 5.30 pm. Delight in a delectable meal, followed by a concise business section, and enriching talks by engaging speakers.

Be ready to be inspired!

Where:

Quality Hotel Elms
456 Papanui Road
Papanui
Christchurch 8542

Bookarama 11-13 April Bishopdale Recreation Centre

Distributed by our Charitable Trust since 2008

Do you have time? Then Rotary could be for you

We are currently seeking new members

If you have time available to help out in the community and meet with like minded people.

More information also at Join Rotary

People of Action

Rotarians - People of Action

Our club has been active in a variety of Youth, Community and International projects both locally, nationally and overseas

About Rotary

We invite those who are interested in learning more about our Rotary Club and the programmes we support

BOOKarama 2025

BOOkarama 2025 will be held
11th to 13th April 2025
Bishopdale Recreation Centre

Our Recent Facebook Posts

Just a gentle reminder that the last day for dropping off donations of books to our collection bins will be this Sunday 30th March.So. if you still haven't cleared out that bookcase in preparation for purchasing more books for winter reading at our BOOKarama 2025 on April 11-13, then you will need to do so before Sunday.For collection bin locations check our website bishopdale-burnside-rotary.com/bookarama-2025/#locations ... See MoreSee Less
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Collection of donated items of books, jigsaws, dvd’s and Cd’s for our BOOKarama 2025 on 11th-13th April at Bishopdale Recreation Centre has been happening for the last few weeks with our collectors clearing bins 2-3 times a day. Twice a week our band of members, partners, next door neighbours, fellow Rotarians from other Christchurch Clubs, and other community groups have joined together to sort the books into categories and put into storage prior to our sale. For your support we thank you. Photos are from todays sort.Please note the last day for collecting donated items will be this Sunday 30th March so please ensure you gave deposited items in our collection bins by then. See our website for bin locations. ... See MoreSee Less
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Looking for your next literary adventure? Our annual Bookarama is the place to be! Discover hidden gems and classic favourites at unbelievable prices. WHEN: Friday, April 11th: 10am-6pmSaturday, April 12th: 10am-6pmSunday, April 13th: 10am-2pmWHERE: Bishopdale recreation centre ... See MoreSee Less
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