Kids Need Dads Christchurch

06/09/2026

To all the dads who keep showing up for their children, especially through difficult times, we see you and we celebrate you.

Happy Father’s Day from Kids Need Dads. 💙

30/08/2026

🥾 Dads’ Walk Moncks Bay

What a day for a walk! ☀️

Christchurch turned on some outstanding weather on Saturday, making for a brilliant afternoon around Moncks Bay and up to Barnett Park Cave.

There was plenty of great banter, good company and some pretty spectacular scenery along the way. The coastline around Canterbury really is underrated. 🌊

A great group, a great walk and a great day out.

A special thanks to Josh 👏 for his organising skills and making the walk happen.

We’ll be planning more activities like this, so stay posted for the next one.

24/08/2026

As children grow, parenting needs to evolve too.

Former All Black Sam Cane shares his experience of the shift that happens when kids turn 10, and how the parent-child relationship changes as they become more independent.

A worthwhile read for parents navigating this stage.

Parenting columnist DJ Forbes reflects on what high performance sport has taught him about raising teenagers.

20/08/2026

🥾 Dads’ Walk | Moncks Bay

**Saturday 29 August | 11am to 1pm**
📍 **202A Main Road, Moncks Bay, Christchurch 8081**

Join us for a relaxed dads’ walk, some fresh air, great views and good company.

We’ll head up to the hillside Cave for a walk, a snack and a chance to put life’s challenges aside for a while.

**What to expect:**

* 🕚 Meet at **11am** at the car park, walk starts at **11:15am**
* 🚶 Relaxed walk and time to connect
* 👨‍👧‍👦 **Kids are welcome too**
* 💧 Water and snacks provided
* 🌄 Great views

**All dads are welcome.**

🚗 **Need a ride?** Carpooling is available. Message us if you have any questions.

Weather permitting. We’ll keep you updated if plans change.

14/08/2026

🔜Our next Stepping Stones online course starts on 17th August at 7.00pm. Use this link to find out more and to book😀:

https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/1994258530950?aff=oddtdtcreator

13/08/2026

A Fresh Start🏠✨

We have some amazing news. A dad we are supporting has recently secured a three-bedroom home for himself and his children. After a difficult period, having a place they can finally call home is a huge step forward.

Now we want to help turn that house into a warm, welcoming home for his family.

We are looking for good-quality furniture 🛋️, kitchen items 🍽️, bedding 🛏️, appliances and other household essentials to help make this house a home.

If you have something you could donate, please send us a message or email [email protected]
Every item, big or small, will make a real difference to this family as they begin this new chapter together.🏠❤️✨

13/08/2026

We know some clients still call 027 294 1000 - this is not a KND number. Please call us on 0800 563 123☺️

11/08/2026

KND Dads Group Meet-up Night

Thursday 13 August (and every other Thursday!)
Christchurch Community House, 213 Lichfield Street
From 7:00pm

Come along, bring your thoughts and questions, and connect with other dads navigating separation, parenting challenges and everything in between. Free and open to all dads🙂

09/06/2026

Bookings are now open for our free online course, Stepping Stones.

🗓️ Starts Monday 15 June | Mondays | 7-9pm | Three-week online course.

Separation isn't just the end of a relationship, it's the start of significant change. New living arrangements, shifting responsibilities, and emotional challenges can feel overwhelming.

If you're a parent, you may also be wondering how best to support your children while navigating this transition yourself.
Stepping Stones is a guided course designed to help you move forward with greater confidence and clarity. Join us over four weeks for expert advice, practical strategies, and a supportive environment where you can learn, reflect, and connect with others facing similar challenges.

🔗 The booking link for our June Stepping Stones course, starting Monday 15 June, is now live:

https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/stepping-stones-a-guide-to-separating-15th-to-29th-june-2026-tickets-1990291569662

08/06/2026

Kids need dads.

Not just physically present, but emotionally available, healthy, and able to show up through life's challenges.

Men's Mental Health Month is a reminder that wellbeing matters. Strong mental health helps us build stronger relationships, navigate life's ups and downs, and be the parent our children need us to be.

For many dads, asking for support can be difficult. Yet some of the strongest steps we can take are reaching out, staying connected, and recognising that we don't have to carry everything alone.

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