Stories

Behind every grant is a story of people, place and community impact.

Stories of Community Impact

Every grant has a story to tell. Explore how funding has helped local organisations, projects and initiatives make a positive difference across our region.

  • Mountain Bike Ashburton Inc

    Mountain Bike Ashburton (formerly Mid Canterbury Mountain Bike Club) is a group of passionate local riders charged with maintaining and developing an 11.5km cross-country riverside loop & skills park in central Ashburton, as well as…

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  • Central South Island Cycle Trail

    The Central South Island Cycle Trail aims to construct a multi-purpose trail from Timaru to Lake Tekapo over a multi-year long term project to connect communities in South Canterbury and connecting with the Alps to…

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  • Ashburton Youth Health Trust

    HYPE Youth Health Centre offers a free and confidential health service for 12–24 year-olds in Ashburton. It supports young people with information, resources and access to local services that improve health and wellbeing. What the…

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