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Empowering Tomorrow’s Drivers: Y Drive Receives Vital Funding Boost from Advance Ashburton Community Foundation
ASHBURTON, NEW ZEALAND – A major roadblock for local youth seeking employment and independence is being cleared, thanks to a wonderful new community partnership. Y Drive (the driving school of…
Read MoreNew Chairperson to the Y Central South Island Board
The Y Central South Island (YCSI) is delighted to announce the appointment of Andrea Leslie as the new Chairperson of its Board, following the organisation’s first Board meeting since its…
Read MoreThe Y Central South Island Celebrates Historic Governance Milestones and Purpose-Driven Regional Growth at AGM
At its Annual General Meeting last night, the Board of the Y Central South Island Inc. proudly bestowed Life Membership upon immediate past Chairperson Stacey Scott. This prestigious honour recognises…
Read MoreOamaru Youth Take the Lead for Local Youth Week Celebrations
The Y Central South Island are delighted to get the streets of Oamaru buzzing this May, as they host a series of events for Youth Week 2026. Supported by Ara…
Read MoreCelebrating Youth Leadership and Creativity with Impact
On the 22nd of May, the Caroline Bay Hall will host a significant celebration of South Canterbury’s younger generation as the Youth Impact Awards and Impact Art Awards join forces…
Read MoreThe Y Central South Island Expands Christchurch Presence with New Colombo Street Facility
The Y Central South Island (the YMCA) has officially opened its new premises on 410 Colombo Street, marking a strategic expansion of its youth education, employment pathways and driver licence…
Read MoreEpic Mud Festival Returns: The Y Initiative to Support Tongan Society and South Canterbury Youth
On 11 April 2026, the mud will be flying for a cause as The Y Central South Island and the Tongan Society South Canterbury join forces for the annual Mud…
Read MoreThe Y Central South Island Signals New Era of Investment for Waitaki Youth
The Y Central South Island has officially entered a new chapter of commitment to the Waitaki district, marked by the appointment of a dedicated local leader to champion the aspirations…
Read MoreY Education New Zealand Launches $20,000 Learner Pathway Grant
Y Education New Zealand is proud to announce the inaugural success of the Y Education Learner Pathway Grant, a dedicated initiative designed to propel graduates into their next phase of…
Read MoreMaking a Difference Together
The Y Central South Island supported by Welcoming Communities through the Timaru District has recently run an 8-week empowerment course “Sakina” for young Muslim girls in their Sophia Street Youth…
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