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TIMEBANK WAIMAKARIRI

 

The vision of TimeBank Waimakariri is to cultivate a connected, inclusive community where everyone’s contributions are valued.

 

The first TimeBank in New Zealand was started in Lyttelton in 2005.  

Seeing the success of the Lyttelton TimeBank a steering group knew it would be great to have a TimeBank in the Waimakariri. On the 13th of September 2018 TimeBank Waimakariri was officially launched.

 

So what actually is a timebank and how does it work?

 

A timebank is a community of people who help and support each other sharing services, skills, talents and knowledge in exchange for time credits instead of cash.

 

At TimeBank Waimakariri we believe that everyone has something of value to share with others. And everyone's time is of equal value.

 

One hour always equals one time credit, no matter what skill is being shared.

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Anyone can join TBW - individuals, families, organisations and schools can all become a part of the TimeBank Waimakariri community.

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VALUES of timebank waimakariri​

  • RESPECT: Respecting and appreciating each other

  • RECIPROCITY: Asking for help is as important as giving, passing it forward

  • SOCIAL CONNECTION: Being there for each other

  • LEARNING: Sharing skills and knowledge, learning about and from each other

  • SUSTAINABILITY: Guardianship of resources and our environment

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