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Pegasus Business & Community Directory

Businesses and community organisations that serve Pegasus, Woodend, Tuahiwi, Ravenswood and Waikuku

The businesses listed here support PRGI in our mission to support the Pegasus Community.

We encourage you to support them.

AdviceKiwi is a local Insurance Advice Provider, supporting families and small businesses across Pegasus, Woodend and the wider Waimakariri.

We help everyday Kiwis make confident decisions about Life, Health, Trauma, Income Protection and Mortgage Protection covers. Whether you’re reviewing existing policies, or getting advice about types and levels of cover you should have in place, we make insurance easy to understand and stress-free to sort.

We're proud to be part of our local community.

Advice Kiwi

Indoor outdoor flow starts here.

Transform your home with Archgola’s custom pergolas and canopies, crafted to maximise
indoor-outdoor living in North Canterbury. Our solutions are built to endure the region’s unique
climate, offering shade in summer and shelter in winter.

Grant Stewart has over 30 years of experience in the roofing and construction industries. He has seven years of experience designing and installing Archgola canopies and blinds. Our customers tell us again and again how much they value our reliability. From pergola design to professional canopy installation, we keep our promises and consistently exceed expectations.

Archgola

Financial Adviser specialising in Life and Health Insurance, KiwiSaver and Managed Funds.

Cheeky Hippo Financial Advisers

Here at Lake Pizza, we are constantly striving to improve our service and quality in order to give our customers the very best experience. As a result, we are finally proud to unveil and introduce our latest improvement, our new online ordering website! You can now relax at home and order your favourite, freshly prepared meals from Lake Pizza. You can even pay online!

Lake Pizza in Pegasus will always be offering great food at affordable prices. Please feel free to browse our new website and place your order online. Remember to check our new online ordering site to get up to date prices and exclusive special offers, limited to our online customers only!

Lake Pizza

Navigating Successful Business Journeys:

We provide specialist support and coaching to help start-ups and businesses across Christchurch and Canterbury establish a solid foundation, overcome challenges, and perform at their best.

Our location:
Level 1, Unit 5, Admiralty Building,
Conway Lane, 176 High St,
Rangiora.

North Canterbury Business Services Ltd

Peg & Pint is a family-friendly pub and bar located by Lake Pegasus, offering a diverse menu, drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere.

Peg & Pint is situated in Pegasus, New Zealand, overlooking Lake Pegasus, providing scenic views and a cozy, nautical-inspired setting. The venue is known for its warm, welcoming atmosphere, featuring a fireplace, a dog-friendly beer garden, and a bar with an eclectic selection of drinks.

Menu and Signature Dishes
The pub serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, with popular items including beer-battered fish and chips, ribeye steaks, and a variety of cocktails and mocktails. The menu is designed to cater to a wide range of tastes, and visitors can explore detailed pricing and options online.

Events and Entertainment
Peg & Pint regularly hosts live music, sports screenings on big screens, and themed nights such as Steak Night on Wednesdays and Fish & Chips specials on Fridays. The venue emphasizes a lively and engaging experience for both locals and visitors.

Reviews and Ratings
The pub has received positive feedback, with a 4.1 out of 5 rating on Restaurant Guru based on over 1,500 reviews. Visitors often highlight the friendly staff, quality food, and enjoyable atmosphere.

The Peg & Pint

Pegasus General Store is a general store and an NZ Post Agent for the local community of Pegasus, Ravenswood, and Woodend.

We stock a range of everyday essentials, ice creams, and confectionery. Our specialist range includes South African Meats and imported South African grocery items.

We also stock a range of imported confectionery and soft drinks from overseas.

We are always looking to introduce new product ranges that our growing client base is looking for, and we look forward to hearing from you with any suggestions.

Pegasus General Store

Success Factor Consultancy & Coaching – Debs Taylor-Hayhurst

Success Factor Consultancy & Coaching helps individuals, business owners, and teams gain clarity, confidence, and direction.

Led by Debs Taylor-Hayhurst, services include business coaching and mentoring, personal life coaching, communication and speech coaching, iMA communication profiling, and tailored workshops and seminars.

Debs takes a practical, supportive, and results-focused approach, working with clients to identify goals, overcome challenges, and create clear pathways forward. Sessions are available in person or online and are tailored to individual, team, or business needs.

A one-hour complimentary consultation is available to explore how coaching can support your goals.

Vision: Empowering business owners to grow their businesses

Purpose: Working together to make a difference

Mission: Inspiring and motivating you to make positive changes in your professional and personal life

Success Factor Consultancy & Coaching Ltd

Pegasus's bottle store with something more.

Great range of wine, spirits, beers and RTDs.

Great pricing and friendly staff!

Come and see us!

Super Liquor

Woodend Automotive is a local business servicing North Canterbury, with 32 years in the industry. Woodend Automotive has come along way from the small 2 pump service station/workshop purchased by Dave and Janet in October 1987.

For 30 years we traded under Woodend Service Station 1987 LTD, we grew with the local community expanding and becoming the hub of the local community. When the time came to step away from the Service Station, renovations took place and we now offer a warm inviting reception and waiting area, clean, functional workshop area with wheel alignment machine, brake rollers and tyre machines.

We pride ourselves on making long lasting relationship with our customers based on our open and honest conversations, providing the highest level of customer service by listening to our customers and understanding their needs. Our team of qualified and NZTA approved WOF and Vehicle Technicians are friendly and approachable to answer any questions, they will use plain language to explain what is required and will obtain your approval prior to repairing your vehicle.

We are backed by the Motor Trade Association and as our membership depends on our performance we stand by all our work. We service and repair all new and late model cars to manufacturers specifications, so we can carry out your warranty servicing. We are also approved WINZ, insurance and warranty company repairer. To make sure we are consistently offer a high quality of service our technicians regularly attend MTA training courses.

Woodend Automotive offers WOF, Servicing, Wheel Alignments, Tyres & Wheels, Full Automotive repairs on light commercial vehicles, 4WD’s, motorbikes and trailers.

Mission Statement – “To provide a 100% customer focused, high quality service and repairs that will result in long lasting relationships with our customers”

Woodend Automotive

Welcome to Pegasus
Pegasus is a master‑planned township in North Canterbury with a strong sense of community, extensive green spaces, and close links to Woodend, Ravenswood and the coast.
This guide covers the essentials to help you settle in quickly.

Getting Oriented
Pegasus Residents Group (PRGI)
https://www.pegasusresidentsgroup.com
Waimakariri District Council
https://www.waimakariri.govt.nz
Visit Waimakariri (local towns and amenities)
https://visitwaimakariri.co.nz

Rubbish, Recycling and Collection Days
Kerbside collections, bin days and missed collections
https://www.waimakariri.govt.nz/services/rubbish-and-recycling
Report a missed bin or damaged bin
https://www.waimakariri.govt.nz/services/rubbish-and-recycling/missed-bins
Tip: collection days can differ by street, check directly rather than relying on neighbours.

Building and property information (including LIMs)
https://www.waimakariri.govt.nz/services/property-and-housing
Note: Pegasus covenants are private and usually supplied with your property purchase documents.

Walking, Cycling and Open Spaces
Parks, reserves and tracks
https://www.waimakariri.govt.nz/services/parks-and-reserves
Tūhaitara Coastal Park
https://www.tuhaitarapark.org.nz
Regional cycling and shared paths
https://www.waimakariri.govt.nz/services/transport/cycling

Community Safety
Emergency services: 111
Police non‑emergency: 105
https://www.police.govt.nz/105
Pegasus Community Watch (PRGI)
https://www.pegasusresidentsgroup.com/community-watch
North Canterbury Neighbourhood Support
http://www.ncns.org.nz
Community Watch observes and reports only. It does not replace Police.

Schools and Early Childhood
Ministry of Education – Find schools and zones
https://www.educationcounts.govt.nz/find-school
School enrolment zones
https://www.education.govt.nz/school/zones
Early childhood providers are listed separately in the PRGI directory.

Shopping and Everyday Needs
Ravenswood Central (nearest major retail hub)
https://ravenswoodcentral.co.nz
Woodend town services
https://visitwaimakariri.co.nz/our-towns/woodend
Kaiapoi town services
https://visitwaimakariri.co.nz/our-towns/kaiapoi

Getting Involved
Pegasus Community Centre
https://www.pegasusresidentsgroup.com/pegasus-community-centre
PRGI committee and volunteering
https://www.pegasusresidentsgroup.com/join-prgi

Local sport and recreation clubs
Listed in the PRGI Sport and Recreation page

Staying Informed
PRGI news and updates
https://www.pegasusresidentsgroup.com/news
North Canterbury News
https://digital.ncnews.co.nz/html5/default.aspx
Waimakariri public notices and road works
https://www.waimakariri.govt.nz/council/news-and-information

Civil Defence and emergencies
https://www.cdemcanterbury.govt.nz

Let us know if any information on this page needs to be updated, added to, or deleted at prgi@pegasusresidentsgroup.com

Welcome to Pegasus

Essential Community Services
(Pegasus and surrounding service area)

Emergency Services
Emergency Services – Police, Fire & Ambulance
Emergency: Dial 111
Police Non‑Emergency: Dial 105

Woodend Volunteer Fire Brigade
(Covers Woodend and Pegasus)
Service Area: Woodend, Pegasus, Ravenswood
Website: https://www.fireandemergency.nz
Email: woodendfire@fireandemergency.nz

Council & Civil Defence
Waimakariri District Council
(Local authority for Pegasus)
Address: 215 High Street, Rangiora
Phone (24‑hour): 0800 965 468 (0800 WMKGOV)
Email: office@wmk.govt.nz
Website: https://www.waimakariri.govt.nz
Includes: Civil Defence, water, roads, rubbish & recycling, animal control

Reporting Issues to Council
Phone (24‑hour): 0800 965 468
Online: https://www.waimakariri.govt.nz/have-a-say/report-an-issue
App: Snap Send Solve

Health & Medical Support
Healthline
Phone: 0800 611 116
Service: Free 24‑hour health advice from registered nurses

Food & Hardship Support
Kaiapoi Food Bank (Community Wellbeing North Canterbury)
(Serving Pegasus residents)
Address: 24 Sewell Street, Kaiapoi
Phone: 0800 88 34 88 or 03 327 8945
Email: foodbank@wellbeingnc.org.nz
Hours: Monday–Friday, 10:00 am–2:00 pm
Notes: No referral required; supports Pegasus, Woodend, Ravenswood & Waikuku

Hope Community Trust – Woodend Hub
(Community meals, support & referrals)
Address: 34B Rangiora–Woodend Road, Woodend
Phone: 03 928 3066
Email: support@hopecommunity.co.nz
Website: https://www.thehopecommunitytrust.org

Woodend–Pegasus Food Forest
Location: Gladstone Road, Woodend
Service: Free access to community‑grown food

Utilities & Transport
MainPower
Service: Electricity distribution & outages
24‑Hour Faults: 0800 30 90 80
Website: https://www.mainpower.co.nz

Metro Public Transport
Routes Serving Pegasus:

Route 95 – Christchurch
Route 97 – Rangiora
Phone: 03 366 8855
Website: https://www.metroinfo.co.nz

Defibrillator Locations (24‑hour access via 111)
Pegasus Medical Centre – 52 Pegasus Main Street
Woodend Community Centre – School Road
PAWS Vets – Main North Road, Woodend
Waikuku Beach General Store – Park Terrace

Let us know if any information on this page needs to be updated, added to, or deleted at prgi@pegasusresidentsgroup.com

Essential Community Services

Essential Support and Information
(Wider Pegasus and Waimakariri area)

Advice, Information & Advocacy
Citizens Advice Bureau – North Canterbury
Service: Free, confidential information and advice
Address: 209 High Street, Rangiora
Phone: 03 313 8822 or 0800 367 222
Email: northcanterbury@cab.org.nz
Website: https://www.cab.org.nz/location/cab-north-canterbury
Services include: Tenancy, employment, budgeting, consumer issues, family matters, legal information, JP service

Financial & Employment Support
Work and Income – Kaiapoi
(Ministry of Social Development)
Service: Financial assistance, benefits, employment support
Address: Unit 9, The Crossing, 77 Hilton Street, Kaiapoi 7630
Phone: 0800 559 009
Website: https://www.workandincome.govt.nz

Community & Welfare Support
Community Wellbeing North Canterbury (Kaiapoi Community Support)
Service: Food support, budgeting advice, community support
Address: 24 Sewell Street, Kaiapoi
Phone: 03 327 8945 or 0800 88 34 88
Website: https://www.wellbeingnc.org.nz
Notes: Supports Pegasus, Woodend, Ravenswood & Waikuku residents

Hope Community Trust – Woodend Hub
Service: Food support, community meals, counselling, referrals
Address: 34B Rangiora–Woodend Road, Woodend
Phone: 03 928 3066
Email: support@hopecommunity.co.nz
Website: https://www.thehopecommunitytrust.org

Youth & Mental Health Support
Youthline – Central South Island
Service: 24/7 youth helpline, counselling, mentoring
Phone: 0800 376 633
Text: 234
Website: https://youthline.kiwi/youthline-central-south-island
Coverage: Canterbury and upper South Island

1737 – Need to Talk?
Service: Free call or text to talk with a trained counsellor
Phone/Text: 1737
Availability: 24/7

Support for Older People
Age Concern Canterbury
Service: Support, advocacy, elder abuse prevention, social connection
Phone: 03 366 0903 or 0800 803 344
Website: https://ageconcerncan.org.nz
Coverage: Canterbury, including Waimakariri

Civil Defence & Preparedness Information
Canterbury Civil Defence Emergency Management (CDEM) Group
Service: Emergency preparedness information and alerts
Phone: 03 366 2359
Website: https://www.cdemcanterbury.govt.nz

Libraries & Community Information
Waimakariri District Libraries
Service: Community information, digital access, social programmes
Website: https://waimakaririlibraries.com
Locations: Kaiapoi, Rangiora, Woodend (Pop‑up / outreach)

Let us know if any information on this page needs to be updated, added to, or deleted at prgi@pegasusresidentsgroup.com

Support and Information

New Zealand Police – Emergency Numbers
Emergency (immediate danger): 111
Non‑emergency / after the event: 105
Driving incidents (non‑emergency): *555
Website: https://www.police.govt.nz/105

Rangiora Police Station
(Primary police station serving Pegasus, Woodend, Ravenswood & Waikuku)
Address: 1 Southern Cross Road, Rangiora
Phone: 105 (general enquiries)
Opening hours: Monday–Friday, 8am–4pm (excluding public holidays)
Website: https://www.police.govt.nz/contact-us/station/rangiora-police-station

Kaiapoi Police Station
Address: 149 Williams Street, Kaiapoi
Phone: 03 371 8040 or 105
Website: https://www.police.govt.nz/contact-us/station/kaiapoi-police-station

Pegasus Community Watch
Type: Community patrol service
Operated by: Pegasus Residents Group Incorporated (PRGI)
What they do:
Volunteer patrols in Pegasus
Observe and report suspicious or unsafe activity
Non‑confrontational, works alongside Police
Volunteer enquiries: pcc@pegasusresidentsgroup.com
Website: https://www.pegasusresidentsgroup.com/community-watch

North Canterbury Neighbourhood Support
Type: Community safety and resilience network
Coverage: Pegasus, Woodend, Ravenswood, Waikuku and wider Waimakariri
What they offer:
Neighbourhood Support street groups
Community safety education
Emergency preparedness support
Phone: 027 647 9443
Email: manager@ncns.org.nz
Website: http://www.ncns.org.nz

Reporting and Support Services
Crime Stoppers
Anonymous crime reporting: 0800 555 111
Website: https://www.crimestoppers-nz.org

Victim Support
24/7 support line: 0800 842 846
Website: https://www.victimsupport.org.nz

Let us know if any information on this page needs to be updated, added to, or deleted at prgi@pegasusresidentsgroup.com

Security

Animal Care and Supplies
(Pegasus, Woodend, Ravenswood & Waikuku only)

North Canterbury Stockfeed & Pet Supplies
Address: Cnr Main North Road & Chinnerys Road, Woodend
Phone: 03 310 0444
Website: https://www.northcanterburystockfeed.co.nz

PAWS Vet Services
Address: 8 Hinge Lane, Woodend 7610
Phone: 03 312 2669
Email: pawsvets@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PAWSVets
Website: https://www.pawsvet.co.nz

Pegasus Bay Vets
Address: 8 Tahuna Street, Pegasus 7612
Phone: 03 740 0692
Website: https://www.pegasusbayvets.co.nz

RVC Woodend Clinic
Address: 138 Main North Road, Woodend 7610
Phone: 03 312 8387
Website: https://www.rangioravetcentre.co.nz/

North Canterbury Dog Grooming
Service Type: Dog grooming
Address: 153 Infinity Drive, Pegasus 7612
Phone: 027 503 5284
Website: https://www.facebook.com/northcanterburydoggrooming/

Doggie Stylez Grooming
Service Type: Dog grooming
Address: 1429 Main North Road , Waikuku, New Zealand
Phone: 021 723 341
Website: https://www.facebook.com/doggiestylezgroom/

Let us know if any information on this page needs to be updated, added to, or deleted at prgi@pegasusresidentsgroup.com

Animal Care and Supplies

Churches
(Pegasus, Woodend, Ravenswood & Waikuku only)

Grace Vineyard Church – Pegasus
Location: Pegasus Bay School Hall, Pegasus
Email: scottie.young@grace.org.nz
Website: https://www.grace.org.nz

Woodend Community Church
(Part of Rangiora Baptist Church – serving Woodend, Ravenswood & Pegasus)
Location: Youth Centre, 38 Rangiora–Woodend Road, Woodend
Website: https://rbc.net.nz/woodend

Rangiora–Woodend Methodist Parish (Woodend)
Address: 86 Main North Road, Woodend 7610
Phone: 03 313 3448 or 027 446 4804
Email: rangioramethodist@gmail.com

St Barnabas Anglican Church (Woodend–Pegasus Parish)
Address: 147 Main North Road, Woodend 7610
Phone: 022 021 5401
Email: stbswoodend@gmail.com
Website: https://www.stbarnabaswoodend.org

Hope Baptist Church – Woodend
Location: Woodend Community Centre, Woodend
Pastor: Jan De Lange
Phone: 022 380 0501
Email: jan@rbc.net.nz
Facebook: Hope Baptist Church Rangiora

Let us know if any information on this page needs to be updated, added to, or deleted at prgi@pegasusresidentsgroup.com

Churches

Health
(Pegasus, Woodend, Ravenswood & Waikuku)

Pegasus Medical Centre
Service: General practice, primary healthcare
Address: 52 Pegasus Main Street, Pegasus
Phone: 03 920 6810
Website: https://www.pegasusmedicalcentre.co.nz

Pegasus Pharmacy
Service: Prescription dispensing, health advice
Address: Pegasus Main Street, Pegasus
Phone: 03 920 6817

Ravenswood Pharmacy
Service: Prescription dispensing, health products
Address: Ravenswood Central, Ravenswood
Phone: 03 312 8800

Emergency & After‑Hours Health
Emergency Medical Care
Emergency (Ambulance): Dial 111

Healthline
Service: Free 24‑hour health advice from registered nurses
Phone: 0800 611 116

Defibrillator Locations (Public Access)
24‑hour access via 111 (code provided by operator):
Pegasus Medical Centre – Pegasus
Woodend Community Centre – Woodend
PAWS Vet Services – Ravenswood
Waikuku Beach General Store – Waikuku Beach

Let us know if any information on this page needs to be updated, added to, or deleted at prgi@pegasusresidentsgroup.com

Health

Hobbies and Social Activities
(Pegasus, Woodend, Ravenswood & Waikuku — non‑sport)

Pegasus Community Centre
Service: Community activities, social groups, meetings
Address: Corner of Pegasus Main Street and Tahuna Street, Pegasus
Notes: Hosts a range of non‑sport community activities, informal gatherings, book and puzzle exchange, and social interest groups.
Website: https://www.pegasusresidentsgroup.com/pegasus-community-centre

Lions Club of Pegasus
Service: Community service and social connection
Phone: 027 958 8888
Email: briananneatt59@gmail.com
Facebook: Lions Club Pegasus Town

Lions Club of Woodend–Pegasus
Service: Community service, social activities, fundraising
Email: woodend@lionsclubs.org.nz

MenzShed Pegasus–Woodend
Service: Social woodworking and practical projects
Phone: 021 347 805
Email: menzshedpegasuswoodend@gmail.com
Facebook: MenzShed Pegasus Woodend

North Canterbury Amateur Radio Club
Service: Amateur radio hobby and training
Phone: 027 551 6683
Email: branch68radioclub@gmail.com
Website: https://ncarcinc.weebly.com

Pegasus Plus Social Group
Service: General social group for adults
When: 4th Wednesday of each month, 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Location: Pegasus Community Centre
Phone: 03 920 0126 or 021 022 64682
Email: kaymillsnz@gmail.com

Pegasus Town Knitting Group
Service: Knitting and craft social group
When: Fridays, 10:00 am – 12:00 noon
Location: The Peg and Pint, Pegasus
Phone: 027 313 1931
Facebook: Pegasus Town Knitting Group
Notes: Knits for NICU and maternity wards; wool donations welcome

Pegasus Woodend Women’s Institute
Service: Educational talks, crafts, social connection
Contact:
Helen Power – 03 313 5749
Pam Cleeve – 03 313 8120 / 021 170 9895
Email: pamjcleeve@gmail.com

Woodend Garden Club
Service: Gardening interest group and social activities
President: Helen Power – 03 313 5749
Secretary: Chris Sutherland – 0274 555 708
Treasurer: Glenis Everts – 03 930 8240

Woodend Beach Country Music Club
Service: Live music, social evenings
When: 2nd & 4th Thursday of each month from 7:30 pm
Phone: 03 327 8920
Email: stkev30@gmail.com

Hope Community Trust – Woodend Hub
Service: Community lunches, book exchange, informal social connection
Address: 34B Rangiora–Woodend Road, Woodend
Phone: 03 928 3066
Email: support@hopecommunity.co.nz
Website: https://www.thehopecommunitytrust.org/woodend-hub

Let us know if any information on this page needs to be updated, added to, or deleted at prgi@pegasusresidentsgroup.com

Hobbies and Social Activities

Regular JP Sessions
Pegasus Community Centre
Service: Justice of the Peace document witnessing and certification
Address: Corner of Pegasus Main Street and Tahuna Street, Pegasus
When: First and third Saturday of each month
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Format: Drop‑in (no appointment required)
Cost: Free
Services available include:
Witnessing signatures
Certifying copies of documents
Declarations, affidavits and affirmations
Citizenship, sponsorship and rates rebate forms

Occasional / Alternative Local Access
Woodend Community Centre
Service: Justice of the Peace sessions (as advertised)
Location: Woodend
JP sessions are held periodically rather than weekly
Check local noticeboards or the Pegasus Residents’ Group website/Facebook for dates

List of Justices of the Peace: https://justiceofthepeace.org.nz/Page/Search

Important Notes for Residents
JP services are free and available to all residents.
Please bring:
Valid photo ID (if required for your document)
All documents ready and unsigned (sign in front of the JP unless instructed otherwise).

If no local session is available when needed:
Nearby JP services are regularly available in Kaiapoi and Rangiora (outside this page’s geographic scope).

Let us know if any information on this page needs to be updated, added to, or deleted at prgi@pegasusresidentsgroup.com

Justices of the Peace

Preschools, Childcare and Activities
(Pegasus, Woodend, Ravenswood & Waikuku)

Pegasus Nest Preschool
Type: Preschool & childcare (private)
Location: Pegasus
Age range: Approx. 3 months – 6 years
Description: Teacher‑led early learning with strong local community connection and regular excursions
Website: https://www.pegasusnest.co.nz/

Pegasus Haven Preschool
Type: Preschool & childcare (private)
Location: Pegasus
Age range: Approx. 3 months – 6 years
Website: https://www.pegasushaven.co.nz/

Teacher‑led early learning
Emphasis on care, relationships and wellbeing
Part of the Pegasus early childhood education network

Ravenswood Stars Nursery and Preschool
Type: Nursery & preschool (private)
Address: 8 Clayton Place, Ravenswood (Waikuku)
Phone: 03 662 9991
Website: https://www.ravenswoodpreschool.co.nz
Age range: Approx. 3 months – 6 years

Busy Bees Judsons Road
Type: Early learning & childcare (private)
Address: 6 Judsons Road, Woodend
Phone: 03 312 2179
Website: https://busybees.org.nz/judsonsroad

Busy Bees Woodend
Type: Preschool & nursery (private)
Address: 30 Main North Road, Woodend
Phone: 03 312 7654
Website: https://busybees.org.nz/woodend

Woodend Playcentre
Type: Parent‑led early childhood education (community‑run)
Address: 6 School Road, Woodend
Phone: 027 353 2131
Email: woodend@playcentre.org.nz
Website: https://www.playcentre.org.nz/centre/woodend

Tuahiwi Community Preschool
(Serves Pegasus, Woodend & Ravenswood families)
Type: Community‑run preschool
Phone: 03 313 2141
Email: tuahiwipreschool@xtra.co.nz
Website: https://www.tuahiwipreschool.co.nz

Let us know if any information on this page needs to be updated, added to, or deleted at prgi@pegasusresidentsgroup.com

Preschools, Childcare and Activities

Woodend Rugby Football Club
Type: Community sports club
Sport: Rugby (junior, senior, women’s)
Location: Gladstone Park, Woodend
Email: secretary@woodendrugby.co.nz
Website: https://www.woodendrugby.co.nz

Woodend Bowling Club
Type: Community sports club
Sport: Lawn bowls
Location: Woodend
Notes: Social and competitive bowling for adults of all ages.

Woodend Tennis Club
Type: Community sports club
Sport: Tennis
Location: Woodend
Notes: Junior and adult club tennis with multiple courts.

Woodend Netball Club
Type: Community sports club
Sport: Netball
Location: Woodend
Notes: Competitive and social netball for children and adults.

Surfwise Waikuku
Type: Private provider
Sport: Surf coaching
Location: Waikuku Beach
Website: https://surfwise.co.nz
Notes: Surf lessons and programmes for children, adults, schools and community groups.

Pegasus Lake Walking and Cycle Tracks
Type: Public recreation area
Activities: Walking, jogging, cycling
Location: Pegasus
Notes: Well‑used looped tracks around Pegasus Lake. Suitable for all fitness levels.

Waikuku Beach
Type: Public coastal recreation area
Activities: Swimming, surfing, walking, fishing
Location: Waikuku
Notes: Popular local beach with safe swimming areas and surf breaks.

Waikuku Beach Reserve
Type: Council‑managed reserve
Activities: Playground, paddling pool, skate facilities, casual sport
Location: Waikuku Beach
Notes: Includes playground and paddling pool.

Tūhaitara Coastal Park
Type: Public conservation and recreation park (charitable trust / council partnership)
Activities: Walking, cycling, nature‑based recreation
Location: From the Waimakariri River to Waikuku Beach
Website: https://www.tuhaitarapark.org.nz
Notes: Extensive shared‑use trails through coastal and wetland environments.

Each town also has multiple neighbourhood reserves used for training, casual games and recreation.

Let us know if any information on this page needs to be updated, added to, or deleted at prgi@pegasusresidentsgroup.com

Sport and Recreation

Transport and Getting Around – Services Directory
(Pegasus, Woodend, Ravenswood, Waikuku & North Canterbury)

Public Transport (Buses)
Metro Christchurch – Waimakariri Bus Services
Coverage: Pegasus, Woodend, Waikuku, Kaiapoi, Rangiora, Christchurch
Routes used by Pegasus residents:
95 Pegasus – Woodend – Kaiapoi – Christchurch (and Waikuku)
97 Pegasus – Rangiora
92 / 91 Kaiapoi or Rangiora – Christchurch (park & ride)
Website & timetables:
https://www.metroinfo.co.nz/timetables/waimakariri-bus-services/

North Canterbury Community Vehicle Trust
Type: Community and charitable transport
Best for: Aged or disabled residents, wheelchair hoist vehicles
Coverage: Rangiora, Kaiapoi, Oxford (used by Pegasus residents)
Phone: 021 1085 900
Email: cdfairbrother@gmail.com
Details:
https://communityvehicletrustorgnz.azurewebsites.net/vehicle-trusts-across-canterbury/north-canterbury/

Kaiapoi Community Support – Volunteer Drivers
Type: Community transport service
Best for: Medical appointments and essential trips
Coverage: Pegasus, Kaiapoi, Woodend
Phone: 03 327 8945
Notes: Weekday service, pre‑booking required

Presbyterian Support – Volunteer Drivers (Rangiora)
Type: Volunteer transport service
Best for: Older adults and people with disabilities
Coverage: Rangiora, Kaiapoi, Pegasus (via coordination)
Booking via regional volunteer coordinator

Private Taxi and Shuttle Services

KiwiRides – North Canterbury Taxi & Ride Service
Type: Private taxi and medical transport
Coverage: Pegasus, Woodend, Kaiapoi, Rangiora, Canterbury‑wide
Best for: Airport transport, medical trips, everyday travel
Website:
https://www.kiwirides.co.nz/
7‑day service
Pre‑booking encouraged [downtownwoodys.com]

Driving Miss Daisy – North Canterbury Coast
Type: Private assisted and companion transport
Best for: Medical appointments, shopping, airport trips, social outings, wheelchair transport
Coverage: Pegasus, Woodend, Ravenswood, Kaiapoi, Rangiora
Phone: 03 312 2936
Mobile: 021 224 5606
Email: northcanterbury@drivingmissdaisy.co.nz
Website:
https://drivingmissdaisy.co.nz/franchise/north-canterbury/
Notes:
ACC approved
Accepts Total Mobility cards
Wheelchair‑accessible vehicles available
Pre‑booking essential

Walking and Cycling

Pegasus Lake and Local Pathways
Flat, shared‑use paths
Walking, cycling, scooters and pushchairs
Loop track around Pegasus Lake

Tūhaitara Coastal Park
Coverage: Waimakariri River to Waikuku Beach
Activities: Walking, cycling, nature trails
Website:
https://www.tuhaitarapark.org.nz

Cycling & Walking
Website:
https://visitwaimakariri.co.nz/where-to-get-a-cycling-map-from/

School Transport
Ministry of Education – School Transport
Eligibility and services vary by school
Website:
https://www.education.govt.nz/school/school-transports
Always confirm directly with the school.

Total Mobility Scheme
Total Mobility Transport Subsidy
Best for: Eligible residents with mobility needs
Applies to: Selected taxis and assisted transport services
Scheme information:
https://www.govt.nz/browse/transport/coping-without-a-car-over-65/

Council Transport Information
Waimakariri District Council – Roads and Transport
Roadworks, footpaths, park & ride, cycling
Website:
https://www.waimakariri.govt.nz/services/roads-and-transport

Let us know if any information on this page needs to be updated, added to, or deleted at prgi@pegasusresidentsgroup.com

Transport and Getting Around

Pegasus Community Centre
Location: Corner of Pegasus Main Street & Tahuna Street, Pegasus
Hire enquiries: Waimakariri District Council
Phone: 0800 965 468
Email: office@wmk.govt.nz
Website: https://online.waimakariri.govt.nz/facilities/facility/pegasus-community-centre

Woodend Community Centre
Location: 6 School Road, Woodend
Hire enquiries: Waimakariri District Council
Phone: 0800 965 468
Email: office@wmk.govt.nz
Website: https://online.waimakariri.govt.nz/facilities/facility/woodend-community-centre

Waikuku Beach Hall
Location: 1 Bridge Street, Waikuku Beach
Hire enquiries: Waimakariri District Council
Phone: 0800 965 468
Email: office@wmk.govt.nz
Website: https://online.waimakariri.govt.nz/facilities/facility/waikuku-beach-hall

Sports and Club Venues
Woodend Rugby Clubrooms
Location: Gladstone Park, Woodend
Suitable for: Social functions, meetings, celebrations
Website (hire info): https://www.woodendrugby.co.nz/club-room-hire
Email: secretary@woodendrugby.co.nz

Woodend Bowling Club
Location: Woodend
Suitable for: Social gatherings and club events
Contact: Enquiries via club
Website: https://www.sporty.co.nz/woodendbowls

Local Cafes and Restaurants (selected venues)
Some cafes and restaurants in Pegasus and Ravenswood offer private or semi‑private hire.
General advice: Contact venues directly to discuss availability, numbers and minimum spend.

Waikuku Beach Reserves
Managed by: Waimakariri District Council
Use: Casual gatherings; organised events may require approval
Phone: 0800 965 468
Website: https://www.waimakariri.govt.nz/community-and-recreation/halls-and-meeting-venues

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