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

Distributed by our Charitable Trust since 2008

Our Charitable Trust Distribution Breakdown for the Year to 30 June 2025

  • Youth Projects 32% 32%
  • Local Community Projects 57% 57%
  • International Projects 5% 5%
  • The Rotary Foundation 6% 6%
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 2026

BOOKarama 2026 details

April 17th – 19th 2026

Bishopdale Recreation Centre

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💙 Making a Difference on Aore Island! 🌏We’re proud to share a heartfelt thank-you from our partners Pacific Pathways in Vanuatu, acknowledging the incredible support of the Rotary Club of Bishopdale Burnside, along with our sister clubs Christchurch South and Garden City.Through your generosity and collaboration with Rotary NZ World Community Service (RNZWCS), we’ve:✅ Restored the playground at Aore Yumi Kindy, damaged by Cyclone Harold in 2020✅ Built a new playground for Aore Yumi Primary School✅ Delivered desks, chairs, and playground equipment to Aore IslandThe joy and excitement of the pikinini (children) enjoying these spaces is truly priceless! 🛝✨Together, we’re creating safe, happy places for learning and play. Thank you for making this possible!#Rotary #CommunityImpact #PacificPathways #MakingADifference #Vanuatu ... See MoreSee Less
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