Mid South Canterbury Area

Plunket provides a service for those living in the area bordered by the Rakaia and Waitaki Rivers and the Southern Alps. There are a total of 19 clinics and a Family Centre which is located in Timaru. Clinic services are provided by 8 Plunket nurses and 4 Karitane.staff Many services are funded and coordinated by an active group of volunteers These include PEPE parenting courses, coffee groups, toy libraries and car seat rental schemes.

Phone: 03 688 3520
Fax: 03 684 3620
Email: jill.milward@plunket.org.nz
14 Butler Street, Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

Recent additions to our services are a Post natal Adjustment service for women having challenges adjusting to being a new parent. Also we have a breasfeeding mentoring programme to help Mum's through any difficulties they may be having feeding their baby and a 'Giving People Support' initiative which offers practical assistance for families who are experiencing difficulties. If you would like further information on how to become involved in our volunteer teams who coordinate these programmes, phone the Area office on 03 688 3520.

Timaru Plunket are fundraising with these very popular family car stickers. Download the order form select the characters that suit you and send your order through! Please email timaruplunket@xtra.co.nz if you have any questions. Thanks for your support!