Gifts & Flowers
We all love shopping for that something special
A gift to say ‘thanks’, convey a message or a lasting memento of your visit to this wonderful region. Or, it might simply be a gift for yourself – that can be the best kind!
Both locals and visitors have a huge range of choice right across the Timaru, Mackenzie and Waimate districts of South Canterbury. Maybe it’s fragrance, or a spa session, concert tickets, flowers, or the many exquisite local artworks and crafts, jewellery and food.
Maybe you’re a business or event organiser looking for that perfect gift to express appreciation or a keepsake. If you know what you’re looking for, or maybe a little confused – you’ll find the perfect solution right here.
Say it all with Gifts and Flowers for every occasion
Find that perfect gift for every occasion from these local businesses.
40a Talbot Street, Geraldine 38 Waihi Terrace, Geraldine 71 Talbot Street, Geraldine 56 Bank Street, Timaru 253 Beaconsfield Road, Fairview, Timaru Shop 11, Stafford Mall, Stafford Street, Timaru 57 Vine Street, Temuka 76 Talbot Street, GeraldineMcAtamney Gallery & Design Store
Mundell’s Multi Hub
Barker’s of Geraldine
Chambers Design & Guthrie Bowron Timaru
Experience Harlau
Noel Leeming
Temuka Pottery Shop
The Geraldine Cheese Co
Featured Events
So much to see and do here. Find out What’s On or add your own South Canterbury event.
01mayAll Day29Business & Community Excellence AwardsYour story - Your moment - Enter now!
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The Gallagher and South Canterbury Chamber of Commerce Business & Community Excellence Awards recognise the resilience, innovation, and success of businesses, Not for Profit organisations
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The Gallagher and South Canterbury Chamber of Commerce Business & Community Excellence Awards recognise the resilience, innovation, and success of businesses, Not for Profit organisations and the people within South Canterbury.
Entries are now open, closing 29th May 2026 at 12pm.
Good Luck to everyone who entered. We wish you every success.
Brought to you by the South Canterbury Chamber of Commerce.
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South Canterbury Chamber of Commerce
05jun11:00 am2:00 pmSOLOMON ISLANDS CYCLONE FUNDRAISER
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Multicultural Aoraki are collaborating with Pasifika O Aoraki to run a fundraising event to support our families and communities in the
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Multicultural Aoraki are collaborating with Pasifika O Aoraki to run a fundraising event to support our families and communities in the Solomon Islands affected by the recent cyclone.
If you would like to help, we are selling lunchboxes as part of our fundraiser. Please flick us a comment or send us a message to place your order.
All the details are on the flyer.
Thank you so much for your love, kindness, and support. Every little bit will make a difference for our families back home.
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Multicultural Aoraki
27 Sophia Street, Timaru
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Multicultural Aoraki
06jun6:00 pm11:59 pmGumboots After Dark Gala Evening
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Celebrate the centennial milestone with an elegant Gala evening featuring a live auction in support of the Aoraki Foundation Women’s Fund.Brought
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Celebrate the centennial milestone with an elegant Gala evening featuring a live auction in support of the Aoraki Foundation Women’s Fund.
Brought to you by Aoraki South Canterbury Rural Women NZ.
Guests will enjoy a two-course seated dinner, live entertainment, and a wonderful night of connection and celebration.
Enjoy a night out with partners & friends at this memorable occasion.
RSVP by 31 May 2026
Enquiries to: aorakiscrwnz@gmail.com
Cost: $80 single, $150 double, $650 for a table of 10
Tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/aoraki-centennial-gala
Formal attire encouraged.
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Landing Service Conference Centre
09jun6:15 pm9:00 pmCaterpillar - A Movie Fundraiser for Family Works
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Join us for a gold old fashioned movie night fundraiser where your funds go towards helping others in your community through our Family Works Services. The movie follows three generations of
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Join us for a gold old fashioned movie night fundraiser where your funds go towards helping others in your community through our Family Works Services.
The movie follows three generations of women living in a Wellington villa in 2003. It is centred around the struggles of a teenage girl, a middle-aged mother and a grandmother with a private obsession with butterflies. Exploring the themes of love, ambition and change – a must see for Mums and Daughters.
Doors open at 6:15pm with the movie starting at 7pm.
We will be operating raffles so don’t forget some cash!
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Movie Max Digital Cinema
18jun8:30 am1:00 pmEmpowering Women ConferenceEmpowering Women Conference: The Power Within
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A celebration of women’s strength, adaptability, and determination, highlighting how the same mental and emotional resilience that fuels athletic success can transform leadership, entrepreneurship, and
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A celebration of women’s strength, adaptability, and determination, highlighting how the same mental and emotional resilience that fuels athletic success can transform leadership, entrepreneurship, and personal wellbeing.
The event explores resilience as a shared skillset that transcends boundaries between business, life, and sport, focusing on growth through challenge, community support, and mindset mastery.
MC: Beth Park
Keynote Speakers:
Dame Sophie Pascoe – Dare to dream.
New Zealand’s most decorated Paralympian, with 11 gold medals to her name. She’s inspired generations of New Zealanders with her achievements in the pool. Now as a Westpac ambassador, she’s inspiring New Zealanders with her story. By learning the power of positivity, setting goals and working relentlessly to achieve them, she’s overcome adversity to become a sporting hero and role model for young New Zealanders. Dame Sophie Pascoe will join us in person.
Brooke Roberts – Sharesies Founder
Brooke Roberts is the co-founder and co-CEO of Sharesies, the wealth app transforming access to investing across New Zealand and Australia. Passionate about financial empowerment and equality, she’s helped over half a million people grow their wealth. An award-winning entrepreneur, author, and mother of two, Brooke champions using business as a force for good and empowering women to lead boldly. Brooke Roberts will join us virtually.
Additional speakers TBC.
Join us for an inspiring day designed to elevate, empower, and energise. This will be one of the most anticipated events of the year. Dame Sophie Pascoe will be joining us in person, Brooke Roberts will be joining us virtually. Limited seats available, once they’re gone, they’re gone.
Book below today to avoid missing out!
Would you like to donate a ticket to a South Canterbury community member to attend? Please book your extra ticket and then contact Stacey to advise: stacey@scchamber.org.nz | 03 555 5093
Light refreshments included, cash bar & prizes up for grabs!
Need assistance? Contact South Canterbury Chamber of Commerce Events & Marketing Manager Stacey Gallagher, stacey@scchamber.org.nz | 03 555 5093
A special thank you to our Empowering Women Premier Sponsor, Gresson Dorman & Co, and our Support Sponsors, Compass Business Partners, Westpac & ChamberWorks.
Your generous support enables us to bring these impactful conferences to the women of South Canterbury, creating opportunities for connection, growth, and empowerment across our community.
Date: Thursday, 18th June, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Location: Landing Services Conference Centre, 2 George Street, Timaru, 7910
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Landing Service Conference Centre
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Brooke Roberts - Sharesies
Brooke Roberts is the co-founder and co-CEO of Sharesies, the wealth app transforming access to investing across New Zealand and Australia. Passionate about financial empowerment and equality, she’s helped over half a million people grow their wealth. An award-winning entrepreneur, author, and mother of two, Brooke champions using business as a force for good and empowering women to lead boldly. Brooke Roberts will join us virtually.
Dame Sophie Pascoe - Dare to dream.
New Zealand’s most decorated Paralympian, with 11 gold medals to her name. She’s inspired generations of New Zealanders with her achievements in the pool. Now as a Westpac ambassador, she’s inspiring New Zealanders with her story. By learning the power of positivity, setting goals and working relentlessly to achieve them, she’s overcome adversity to become a sporting hero and role model for young New Zealanders. Dame Sophie Pascoe will join us in person.
09jul4:30 pm7:30 pmMatariki Night Market
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Join us for our Annual Matariki Night Market! 📅 Thursday 9 July ⏰ 4:30pm – 7:30pm 📍 Stafford Street – The Exchange – Heart of Timaru’s CBD Stafford Street will come alive
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Join us for our Annual Matariki Night Market!
📅 Thursday 9 July
⏰ 4:30pm – 7:30pm
📍 Stafford Street – The Exchange – Heart of Timaru’s CBD
Stafford Street will come alive with the buzz of live music, kapa haka performances, cultural activities and a fantastic range of food and craft stalls. Bring the whānau and enjoy a vibrant winter evening in the heart of our city.
A huge thank you to Timaru District Council, Venture Timaru, Timaru Artisan Farmers Market, the Timaru CBD Group, and all the amazing businesses in The Exchange for their support and involvement.
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Stafford Street
Stafford Street Timaru 7910
03oct(oct 3)10:00 am04(oct 4)4:00 pmHorsepower RallyKYLE PARK FAMILY FUN DAYS
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Our biennial Horsepower Rally showcasing the history of South Canterbury farming through the years. This fun family day is a relaxed, fun filled event, for all the family, while still
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Our biennial Horsepower Rally showcasing the history of South Canterbury farming through the years. This fun family day is a relaxed, fun filled event, for all the family, while still keeping a hold of the past, so our little ones don’t forget.
The Kyle Park Transport Museum event – Horsepower Rally – is a key fundraising event on our biennial calendar and has grown considerably over the years. Upwards of 800 exhibitors and over 10,000 visitors attend over 2 days of fun at the well-equipped Levels International Motor Raceway in Timaru. This event is ideal for the whole family with entertainment, music, food, fun activities, and displays happening all day long.
3 – 4 October 2026, at Kyle Park, 33 Brosnan’s Road, Levels, Timaru
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Kyle Park
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