Rhys Taylor’s sudden death late last year has left Repair Cafe organisers on the hunt for someone to keep his legacy alive. The organisation’s monthly repair cafe has been left without a host, after its founder Rhys Taylor died in a sudden medical event late last year. ‘‘We want to continue Rhys and Anne’s legacy by continuing the repair cafe. ‘‘We are looking for a volunteer host to help support the event going forward — a role that doesn’t require repair skills, just a friendly face and good communication. ‘‘If this might be you, we would love to hear from you.’’‘‘We are committed to continuing the repair cafe in a way that honours his vision, his dedication, and the legacy he leaves within our community.’’The repair cafe took place on the second Sunday of each month.

Source: Otago Daily Times February 05, 2026 15:03 UTC