What 

A community march to honour Kate Sheppard’s fight for Equal Pay for Work of Equal Value and to continue the call for pay equity today. The day will include a cyclists’ ride-in, karakia, kai, children’s activities, a march through the city, speakers, cultural performances, healthcare checks, and solidarity actions. 

Who 

• Open to everyone – whānau, friends, community groups, and supporters of women’s rights. 

• Cyclists led by Stacey Bruce. 

• Karakia and waiata led by Tangata Whenua. 

• Speakers representing diverse cultures, ages, and professions. 

• Performances from local choirs and cultural groups. 

Where 

• Cyclists meet: University of Canterbury, Arts Road car park (next to Kate Sheppard House) → ride to Victoria Square. 

• Main gathering: Victoria Square (kai, face painting, health checks, parking nearby). 

• March route: Victoria Square → Armagh St → Manchester St → Worcester St → Cathedral Square (past the Suffrage Memorial) → finish at the Bridge of Remembrance. 

• Closing: Bridge of Remembrance (seating, water, and accessibility support available). 

When 

• 10:00 AM – Cyclists meet at University of Canterbury. 

• 10:00 AM – Karakia at Victoria Square, followed by kai (BBQ) and activities. 

• 11:00 AM – March to Bridge of Remembrance begins. 

• 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM – Speakers & performances at the Bridge.  

• 12:30 PM – Event concludes. 

• 1:00 PM – Optional: Join the March for Palestine (same location) to show solidarity with women and children globally.