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YMCA
Building strong kids, strong families and strong communities
The Y has been in New Zealand for over 168 years, building strong kids, strong families and strong communities. There are 48 Y centres across New Zealand.
YMCA - Latest News [Page 5]
YMCA Christchurch Staff 'Create a Wake' for Schools
Wednesday, 6 April 2011, 11:00 am | YMCA
On Sunday 3rd April, YMCA Wainui Park outdoor instructors braved the cool waters of Akaroa Harbour to undertake a massive personal challenge in order to raise money for Christchurch earthquake-damaged schools. More >>
YMCA HB taking lead in empowering local youth
Monday, 28 March 2011, 4:23 pm | YMCA
Leaders of organisations working with youth in Hawke’s Bay are being urged to work more collaboratively in order to improve the lot of Hawke’s Bay youth. More >>
YMCA Tauranga to Carry On Kiwi Camping Tradition
Monday, 28 March 2011, 10:50 am | YMCA
In the modern age of high definition television, gigabytes and PlayStations, it is easy to get caught up in the hype and distraction of modern technology. More >>
World champion to lead new YMCA motocross holiday programme
Thursday, 16 December 2010, 12:56 pm | YMCA
For 15 Hawke’s Bay school children this holiday will be like no other. Katherine Prumm, a double world motocross champion, will be leading a unique week-long YMCA motocross holiday programme for children aged from four to 13 years old. More >>
YMCA signs up to aquatic centre in support of its own ideals
Thursday, 2 December 2010, 1:58 pm | YMCA
A YMCA South Canterbury board member came to a recent meeting with a small slip of paper in her pocket. She had signed up personally as a public supporter of the Caroline Bay Aquatic Centre for $125. More >>
We’re showing ours... Will you show us yours?
Wednesday, 1 December 2010, 1:38 pm | YMCA
At the YMCA Tauranga it is all about showing your spirit and as the Christmas season hastens its approach, the Y is on a mission to show its Christmas spirit to struggling families. More >>
YMCA Managers Ride for White Ribbon
Saturday, 20 November 2010, 10:10 am | YMCA
Once again YMCA associations are turning out to support White Ribbon Day on 25 November to raise awareness of the effects of violence towards women. White Ribbon Day, held each year on 25 November, is an international day of action and awareness when people ... More >>
Introducing...YMCA Tauranga’s Youth 4 Youth Programme
Friday, 19 November 2010, 5:09 pm | YMCA
Working with young people has been a staple activity of YMCAs around the world for generations. More >>
YMCA helping Flaxmere children to broaden horizons
Friday, 19 November 2010, 12:25 pm | YMCA
Young people in Flaxmere will be given the opportunity to explore Hawke’s Bay and try new experiences over the upcoming summer holidays as part of a YMCA Hawke’s Bay new initiative. More >>
YMCA: campaign against family violence
Tuesday, 16 November 2010, 10:43 am | YMCA
YMCA Hawke’s Bay is fully committed to the 2010 White Ribbon campaign and its stand against violence towards women; two senior staff will be donning motorbike leathers to ride in the North Island White Ribbon Ride to promote the cause. More >>
YMCA Christchurch Honoured at Outdoors NZ Awards
Monday, 27 September 2010, 12:39 pm | YMCA
Outdoors New Zealand recognised the YMCA Christchurch this weekend as being a leader in the outdoor sector, particularly in terms of how they strive to provide quality outdoor experiences for children and young people. More >>
YMCA Christchurch Honoured At Outdoors NZ Awards
Sunday, 26 September 2010, 2:15 pm | YMCA
Outdoors New Zealand recognised the YMCA Christchurch this weekend as being a leader in the outdoor sector, particularly in terms of how they strive to provide quality outdoor experiences for children and young people. More >>
Ninjas invade Tauranga
Thursday, 23 September 2010, 9:37 am | YMCA
Silent, stealthy and faster than lightening, ninjas are the ultimate secret weapon. And if you hadn’t noticed, they’ve been steadily appearing in schools all over the greater Tauranga area! More >>
Fathers Day important says YMCA CEO
Thursday, 2 September 2010, 9:50 am | YMCA
One of New Zealand’s leading charities, the YMCA, is urging families to celebrate the important contribution made by fathers on Fathers Day. YMCA National Chief Executive Ric Odom said “Like mums, dads are the most important influencers of ... More >>
YMCA Tauranga Approves Unprecedented Policy
Monday, 2 August 2010, 4:01 pm | YMCA
At a recent YMCA Tauranga Board meeting a resolution was passed that established the first formal Board Giving Policy in the YMCA New Zealand movement and possibly in New Zealand. More >>
Just “The Y” In The USA But Still The YMCA In NZ
Wednesday, 14 July 2010, 2:54 pm | YMCA
The YMCA in the USA has a new logo and will now be known just as “The Y”. But for now, even though the YMCA in New Zealand is often known as “the Y”, it has no plans to change its name or its logo. Following an extensive re-branding exercise, ... More >>
Cathy McGregor becomes YMCA Life Member
Thursday, 8 July 2010, 3:41 pm | YMCA
At the Annual General Meeting of YMCA Hawke’s Bay life membership was presented to Cathy McGregor. She is the first woman to receive this honour in the Hawke’s Bay YMCA. Cathy has been a dedicated member of the YMCA since June 1984. Firstly ... More >>
Canterbury Schools Converge on the YMCA
Friday, 25 June 2010, 1:51 pm | YMCA
On Sunday 27th June the Christchurch YMCA hosts another Canterbury Schools Indoor Wall Climbing Competition, attracting over 100 students from many High Schools from around Christchurch and Canterbury. More >>
YMCA Gisborne celebrates
Tuesday, 8 June 2010, 3:30 pm | YMCA
YMCA members are today celebrating the award of a QSM to the Chief Executive of the Gisborne YMCA, Leigh Gibson. YMCA National Chief Executive Ric Odom said “Leigh was a member of the YMCA Gisborne Board for many years – including serving as its ... More >>
Youth Housing Opportunity for Christchurch Youth
Thursday, 27 May 2010, 4:02 pm | YMCA
The Christchurch YMCA is proud to announce the launch of its Youth Housing Opportunity Project this week – a new opportunity for young people (aged 16-18) who need to live in a supported but independent environment. More >>
