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BOOKarama is one of Bishopdale‑Burnside Rotary’s most popular community events, and with a little preparation you can make the most of your visit. Whether you’re a seasoned BOOKarama regular or attending for the first time, the tips below will help you navigate the...

As preparations continue for the 20th BOOKarama, the Rotary Club of Bishopdale Burnside is excited to share one of our favourite progress updates — puzzles, puzzles, and more puzzles! After many hours of sorting, stacking, and double‑checking, the boss has officially...

Thankyou Christchurch As we prepare for the 20th BOOKarama Booksale, the Rotary Club of Bishopdale Burnside would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Christchurch community for your overwhelming generosity and support. Over recent weeks, we have been truly...

📚 BOOKarama 2026 – 📚 Final Call for Donations! 📚 Our BOOKarama 2026 donation collection is now in its final stretch, and we want to thank the community for the fantastic support so far. With the sale fast approaching, donation collections will officially close on...

📚 BOOKarama 2026 – Donation Collection Has Officially Begun! 🎉 We’re excited to announce that our community collection for BOOKarama 2026 is now underway! Thank you to everyone who has been asking when they can start donating — the wait is over! You can now donate...

We Remember 15 years on As we remember the Christchurch Earthquake on February 22 2011, 15 years on it is worthy to note Rotary's Contribution to Earthquake Recovery. When the Christchurch earthquakes struck, the scale of damage was overwhelming. Critical...