is to be a community of people who love God with a passion; love others as much as ourselves; and help people become lifelong followers of Jesus Christ
Our Story
began back on the 21st of May 1899. Since then the church has had a strong commitment to making a positive difference in the Kaiapoi Community
Our People
are a diverse bunch covering many ages, stages, ethnicities, and cultures. All are welcome at our gatherings and our many midweek programs. We also employ two pastors and an office manager.
Previously Kidsfirst Charles St, the renamed Kidsfirst Kaiapoi North kindergarten is now based close to the domain and park to create a perfect kindergarten setting.
Your child can come to our kindergarten for up to 6 hours a day, Monday to Friday, during our 4 kindergarten terms.
These terms echo the terms your child will have when they start school.
Welcome to Kaiapoi ITM Building Centre, a member of ITM, New Zealand’s largest group of Independent Timber, Hardware & Building Supply Merchants. Here at Kaiapoi ITM we take great pride in providing all our customers with a high level of personal service, the kind of service your granddad used to receive at his local hardware store, where he was always greeted by his first name. Here at Kaiapoi ITM we will make that effort and provide you with the service you deserve without you paying the extra cost.
We can supply building materials for almost any job be it a full Commercial/Trade or D.I.Y Project with full support from suppliers such as Winstone Wallboards, James Hardie, Tasman Insulation, Wattyl, Firth, Marley, PSP-JSC and Makita just to name a few, we can source almost any product you need.
Onsite we also have over 123 bays of timber in our drive thru including boxing grades, outdoor treated, rough sawn, dressed, kiln dried framing and dry dressed finishing timber. Also stocked is a good range of fence posts, rails, palings, pickets, together with macrocapa sleepers, retaining wall timbers and decking.
Our team at Kaiapoi Legal Limited (formerly Kaiapoi & North Canterbury Law Office) are friendly and dynamic and aim to provide you with a personalised and efficient service at competitive prices. Whatever legal services you need, you can rely on us for the highest quality advice and exceed your expectations.
For assistance with all your legal needs be sure to contact the Kaiapoi Legal Limited.
We offer you a wealth of experience; so you can rest assured that your legal requirements are in good hands!
The most effective advice you can receive is that given one-on-one by a Federation certificated budget adviser.
Our trained volunteer budget advisers are available by appointment to individuals & families in the Woodend, Kaiapoi, Brooklands and Belfast area.
Phone or drop in to our office, open:
Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri from 10am to 12noon
Thurs from 4pm to 6pm
About us
Our service is committed to helping families and individuals overcome financial problems and to encourage effective money management by teaching:
budgeting skills, how to clear debt and budget for the future
the benefits of appropriate banking systems, how to avoid contract traps & unmanageable future debt
Kaiapoi Budget Service offers free, confidential, unbiased advice to anyone in need of budgeting support, no matter their income, ethnicity, or personal circumstances.
If you are looking for an auto shop that sees cars as a passion and not just a mode of transport, then come in to Kaiapoi Automotive Services. Taking the time to provide the level of care your vehicle needs, we have the expertise to handle any manner of automotive repairs and maintenance in Kaiapoi. We specialise in providing a full Warrant of Fitness (WOF), which can be done on the spot while you wait. Catering to all your motoring needs and making the process simple, we can offer a courtesy car if required. So drop in or call us today to get started and remember to ask about our free quotes!
The Kaiapoi Aquatic Centre is an indoor heated aquatic facility open year-round with a 6-lane 25 metre main pool, a learners pool with a waterfall into the toddlers pool.
This aquatic facility was rebuilt after suffering significant damage in the February 2011 earthquake and reopened in August 2013.
Fish n Chips and Hamburgers
Personally I love their fish and chips, generous portions and really tasty…
Love their crumbed cod…amazing and great value for money
Business Phone Number
(03) 9259557 – FYI – on busy days they may not answer
The Kaiapoi Promotion Association is proud to be an initiator and community leader in the river town’s progression forward and redevelopment post-earthquake for the betterment of all the Kaiapoi community stakeholders.
The Kaiapoi Promotion Association strives to effectively build, strengthen and enhance the present and future community of Kaiapoi.
We’re the experts when it comes to assembling all your KITSET or Flatpack products such as; Garden Sheds, BBQs, Office Furniture, Fitness Equipment, Household Furniture, Trampolines, Outdoor Furniture, X-ray machines, and so much more!
Our Assembly Technicians are trained by the manufacturers in the assembly of their products and we back this up with a 100% satisfaction guarantee
Choose a KITSET Assembly Service provider that is fast, reliable, courteous, respectful of your time and trained to provide you with a high quality service, that can’t be beaten.
With a growing number of Franchisees across the country, we can reach most parts of NZ.
You can call during office hours for an immediate quote on the item you wish to have assembled, or click on Book Now to enter your details and we’ll respond to your email by the next business day.
Save yourself the frustration …
Have it assembled by the experts!
Let us do what we’re good at… so you can do what you’re good at
Kaiapoi’s newly restored BNZ bank building boasts two brand new apartments that are perfect for a romantic getaway or simply as a luxurious space for family and friends to stay in.
Unparalleled Comfort and Amenities:
15 minutes to Christchurch International Airport, sumptuous bedding, luxurious bathroom, 24 hour check in, high speed reliable Wifi, First floor apartments with great views, well equipped kitchen, free off street parking, scenic location at New Zealand’s best river town, walking distance to cafes, restaurants, shops and the Kaiapoi river.
Original features are scattered throughout both apartments which adds to the charm of Kaiapoi’s Historic BNZ bank building. It has been lovingly restored from top to bottom and is now the focal point of the best riverside town in NZ
“Locals Tips” for things to do in Kaiapoi Cruise on the River Queen with your friends or family on scheduled sailings or book a private function for your work or social club adding on the catering option that suits your needs. Kaiapoi Food Forest, ideal for picnics and foraging for fresh seasonal fruit, veggies, berries and herbs. Love shoes visit Shoe Therapy and The Footwear Outlet you will not be disappointed with the selections. CBK Kaiapoi Craft Beer & Kitchen is famous for its Skillet Cookie, a great dessert after one of their stone grills. Visiting the Ruataniwha centre, home of the library, museum and Art on the Quay which hosts exhibitions of local art is always a great idea during inclement weather or a lazy day. There is wide range of eateries in town, Mongolian, Chinese, Indian, Japanese, Thai, European cuisine, Sushi, Teppanyaki – plus loads of takeaways, something for everyones taste. Each of the local cafes have their own unique feel ie. Paris for the Weekend lovely hand baked scones and high teas, located just by the river in the old railway station, Red Eight is famous for its great cabinet food & sweet treats, Rivertown cafe, spacious family friendly and yummy food, Coffee Culture, delicious snacks and desserts accompany a great range of hot and cold drinks, Urban Revival Freshly baked muffins and scones each morning. Blackwells Department store, a family business since 1871 with a wonderful selection of goods from fashion to homeware and everything in-between. Craze fashion sale rack is always worth browsing through, The Kaiapoi Florist and Love your Home filled with a wonderment of loveliness, if you are into Op shopping you have lots to chose from in Kaiapoi. Woodford Glen operates between October to March if you love the smell of fuel and loud engines roar around the track. Trousellot park, Skate park, playground, beautiful rose garden wonderful for the kids to play and have fun. Walking or biking head down either side of rivers stop bank “local tip” electric bikes can be hired at Five Peaks Brew Co. You will find Obelisks decorated by local artists, lakes filled with birdlife, Honda Forest, from the Manderville walking bridge you may see people hiring boats from Kore boat hire, rowers on the river an abundance of natures beauty. Kaiapoi Farmers Market – Saturday mornings opposite New World, next to Paris For The Weekend. Aqualand – Newest Inflatable Aquapark, an awesome but strenuous inflatable water park course. Enjoy discovering Kaiapoi
Aqualand is an awesome but strenuous inflatable water park course. All participants must have strength, stamina and fitness and be able to swim confidently. head to Courtney Drive
https://www.aqualand.co.nz/
The Arts Trail allows you to easily visit working artist studios, see pieces at the start or midway through the creative process, talk to the Artists, and understand what their thinking is behind the artwork. It’s a great way to get out into the country, meet new people and watch them work.
