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 2026April 17th – 19th 2026
Bishopdale Recreation Centre
Fri/Sat 9am to 6pm
Sun 9am to 2pm

Our Recent Facebook Posts

📚 Donation Collection Now Closed 📚Our collection of donated items has now officially closed, leaving us with just over a week to prepare for BOOKarama 2026 — and to give our amazing volunteers a well‑earned break before the next phase begins.Once again, a huge thank you to the management and staff of the businesses who welcomed our donation bins onto their premises. Your generosity and support have played a vital role in making BOOKarama possible, and we truly appreciate it.Thank you to everyone who donated and supported us along the way. The countdown to BOOKarama 2026 continues!📍 BOOKarama 2026 Event Details🗓 Dates: Friday 17 April – Sunday 19 April 2026📍 Venue: Bishopdale Recreation Centre, 13A Bishopdale Court, Christchurch⏰ Opening Times:• Friday: 9am – 6pm• Saturday: 9am – 6pm• Sunday: 9am – 2pm💙📖 ... See MoreSee Less
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📚 10 Days to BOOKarama!The countdown is on! BOOKarama 2026 is nearly here —tables packed, bargains galore, and something for every reader. Save the date: 17–19 April at Bishopdale Recreation Centre! #Rotary #BOOKarama #RotaryCommunity #ChristchurchEvents #BookSale #Bishopdale #CommunityEvents #CommunitySupport #bookarama2026 #BOOKarama2026 #BookCountdown #ChristchurchEvents ... See MoreSee Less
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🏉❤️ A Fitting Finale at Apollo Stadium ❤️🏉Last Friday night marked a successful and emotional finale, as the Crusaders played their last home game at Apollo Stadium For many of us Rotarians and friends of Rotary this stadium holds special memories. We were there right from the beginning when it opened as AMI Stadium, and in the early years our familiar voices became part of the match‑day atmosphere until paper programmes became redundant.📣 Stationed at the entrances, our team was busy calling out “Programmes! Programmes!” — a sound generation of fans may well recognise.It was a proud moment to stand together that first time, celebrating rugby, community, and being part of the city's rebuild.Thank you to everyone who turned up, supported, and helped give Apollo Stadium the send‑off it deserved.❤️🖤 Once a Crusader, always a Crusader .... unless you are maybe a Highlander!#Crusaders #ApolloStadium #MatchDayMemories #CommunitySpirit #ProudHistory ... See MoreSee Less
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