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:

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

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People of Action

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

See what we have done

About Rotary

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

BOOKarama 2026

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

Learn more here

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Rotary Club of Bishopdale Burnside

16 hours ago

A fantastic evening of Rotary fellowship and inspiration on Monday night!The Rotary Clubs of Bishopdale Burnside and Rangiora came together for a joint meeting, enjoying great company and an outstanding guest speaker.We were privileged to hear from Louise Stewart, co-founder of Clothed in Love. Louise shared the story behind this remarkable organisation—how it began in 2020 and the meaningful difference it is making in our community. As a teacher and a mum of three, her passion and commitment to supporting families in need truly shone through.It was also special to learn that both Louise and co-founder Kim Steetskamp are past participants in the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA), highlighting the lasting impact of Rotary’s investment in future leaders.We were especially pleased to note that Clothed in Love was one of the community groups invited to receive books at the conclusion of our recent BOOKarama. These books are now included in the clothing packs delivered to children—adding the gift of reading to an already invaluable act of care and support.Thank you, Louise, for an inspiring presentation and for the incredible work you and your team are doing.#Rotary #ServiceAboveSelf #ClothedInLove #RYLA #CommunityImpact #BOOKarama ... See MoreSee Less

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Rotary Club of Bishopdale Burnside

1 week ago

🌟 Supporting Our Community – $10,000 Donation to Full Bellies Charitable Trust The Rotary Club of Bishopdale–Burnside is proud to support the wonderful work of the Full Bellies Charitable Trust with a $10,000 donation to help those in our community who need it most.Full Bellies plays a vital role in ensuring families and individuals across Christchurch have access to warm, nutritious meals during challenging times. Their commitment to dignity, care, and compassion closely aligns with Rotary’s mission of Service Above Self.We are grateful to our members, supporters, and the wider community whose generosity makes contributions like this possible. Together, we can continue to make a real and lasting difference—one meal, one family, and one act of kindness at a time.Thank you to Kate, Mike and the Full Bellies team for the incredible work you do every day. We are honoured to support you.💛💙#RotaryBishopdaleBurnside#ServiceAboveSelf#CommunitySupport#FullBelliesCharitableTrust#PeopleOfAction ... See MoreSee Less

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Rotary Club of Bishopdale Burnside

2 weeks ago

🌟 Proud to Serve Our Community 🌟At the Rotary Club of Bishopdale Burnside, we’re passionate about making a positive difference locally and beyond. From supporting meaningful community projects to building great friendships, Rotary is all about service above self.Whether we’re fundraising, volunteering, or connecting with other community groups, our members enjoy giving back while having a bit of fun along the way. 🤝💙If you’re looking to meet like‑minded people, contribute to worthwhile causes, and be part of a welcoming local club, we’d love to hear from you!📩 Send us a message or comment below to find out more about joining Rotary in Bishopdale Burnside.#Rotary #PeopleOfAction #CommunityService #BishopdaleBurnside #ServiceAboveSelf ... See MoreSee Less

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