Brightwater Community Anglican Church

17/06/2026

The Curtain Bank is on a mission to ensure local homes have effective curtains to keep homes warmer in winter.

Started by Claire McKenzie (pictured) and a small team of dedicated volunteers in 2024, the Curtain Bank collects donations of good-quality second-hand curtains and tracks. The team then sorts, cuts, and sews these to fit in homes referred by health and social service agencies.

With support from Tasman District Council, the Curtain Bank has recently moved into new premises at the Hope Domain.

The team is looking for volunteers to help with collecting, sorting, measuring, cutting and sewing donated curtains, and updating their social media – no prior experience required.

They meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10.00 am – 3.00 pm. If you’d like to lend a hand, contact Claire at [email protected].

Curtains and home insulation go hand in hand – if you have one but not the other, you’re likely to have a cold home.

The Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority and Warmer Healthier Homes Te Tauihu Charitable Trust provide grants for home insulation and heaters to properties that meet specific criteria.

You may qualify for a grant to cover the costs of installing insulation and/or a heat pump if you own your own home, it was built before 2008, and you have a community services card OR live in a lower-income area.

Contact Absolute Energy to find out if you qualify for a grant on 0800 423 454.

12/06/2026

Parish Pantry is happening this Friday at St Paul’s Church in Brightwater.
If you or someone you know could use a free food bag, or simply a friendly place to connect, we’d love to see you there.
Friday 19th June
3.00pm - 5.00pm
St Pauls, 68 Waimea West Rd, Brightwater
There’ll also be games and activities for children, and everyone is welcome to drop in anytime during the afternoon.
Arohanui (much love) from the Waimea Parish whānau

09/06/2026

Come and join us for a relaxed morning at St Paul's Church on Tuesday 16 June at 10:30am. Enjoy a hot cup of tea, freshly baked scones, and a selection of classic parlour games in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're a regular or it's your first time visiting, we'd love to see you there. There is no cost to attend, and everyone is welcome. Feel free to invite a friend or neighbour along.

29/05/2026

Great article on Parish Pantry! Well done Susie and team!

Brightwater church Parish Pantry supports families

20/05/2026

Parish Pantry is happening this Friday at St Paul’s Church in Brightwater.

If you or someone you know could use a free food bag, or simply a friendly place to connect, we’d love to see you there.

Friday 22 May
3.00pm - 5.00pm
St Pauls, 68 Waimea West Rd, Brightwater

There’ll also be games and activities for children, and everyone is welcome to drop in anytime during the afternoon.

Arohanui (much love) from the Waimea Parish whānau.

12/05/2026

Kia ora whānau! On Sunday 17 May at 10.30am we will also celebrate the ordination of Michael Johnson to the order of deacon. MJ holds an important place in our parish community, as he was trained and sent from the Waimea Parish to lead the Wakefield Parish. Because of this, we will not have our usual 10am service at St Paul’s that day, but instead join with our brothers and sisters in Wakefield to celebrate this special occasion. More details are included below. If you would like a ride to Wakefield please email [email protected]

We've a special event happening at St Johns this weekend - MJ is being ordained to become a deacon. Do come and join us in celebrating this next stage in his career.

28/04/2026

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We’re now offering options for disposal of household hazardous waste at all our Resource Recovery Centres.

Commonly, these materials are things like old garden sprays, household cleaners, paint, glues, or chemicals used in hobbies.

Putting these chemicals out with general household rubbish can do a lot of damage. If the packaging is old and deteriorating, the contents can present a hazard to kerbside waste collection staff.

For the safe disposal of household hazardous waste, we now offer drop-off services at our Resource Recovery Centres.

We remain legally responsible for the waste we accept, so it’s necessary to provide us with full details prior to using the service to ensure everything is done safely.

You can download and fill in the acceptance form from our website and take it with you, or fill out a form once you get to the Recovery Centre.

For transport, make sure the household hazardous wastes are safely wrapped and contained, preferably in their original containers and include all labelling and other information. The packaged waste should not be able to leak or mix with other packaged waste.

We can’t accept commercial hazardous waste, demolition wastes like asbestos, agricultural and horticultural hazardous waste, explosives, and fumigants.

If you have any questions, give us a call on 03 543 8400.

15/04/2026

Kia ora Brightwater whānau,
We’d love to invite you along to our Parish Pantry on Friday 24 April, 3.00pm – 5.00pm at St Paul’s (68 Waimea West Rd).

There’ll be:
• Free food bags
• Sausage sizzle
• Games for the kids

It’s a super relaxed afternoon. Just drop in whenever suits you. No need to register.

Nau mai, haere mai. Everyone is welcome 💛

05/04/2026

Thanks to everyone who came to our Community Easter Party today! It was great! Hope that you all have had a blessed Easter Sunday.