About the Community Board
The Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board hold regular meetings that you’re welcome to attend. Anyone can ask to speak to the board about a local issue, activity or project.
The Community Board's main roles are to:
- Represent and act as an advocate for the interests of our community.
- Consider and report on all matters referred to us by the council, or any matter of interest to the board.
- Maintain an overview of services provided by the council within the community.
- Communicate with community organisations and special interest groups within the community.
Community Board Meetings - Update
The Community Board, until the end of last year, had been holding its regular meetings and information sessions in the Beckenham Boardroom at South Library and Service Centre, 66 Colombo Street. But with the imminent demolition and rebuild of the facility, the Community Board will have its regular meetings at the Linwood Boardroom, for the next two years.
Members of the public are welcome to attend the meetings and information sessions; the Linwood Boardroom is located by the carpark at Gate B, 180 Smith Street, Linwood. The upcoming meetings are listed below on this webpage.
Community funding
The Community Board offers grants to assist local groups to undertake small community projects.
We have three funds open year-round for community to apply to, which are Discretionary Response Fund, Youth Development Fund and Off the Ground Fund.
Council is switching to a new funding platform - SmartyGrants. All funding applicants will need to set up a new log-in; the application process won't change, but you may want to allow some extra time to familiarise yourself with SmartyGrants before you do your first application. The team is holding pop-up information sessions in a location near you, refer to the poster to the right.
The 2025 Strengthening Communities Funding round opens on 1 May and closes at noon on 30 May 2025. This fund supports community-focused organisations whose projects contribute to the strengthening of community wellbeing in the Christchurch city area. Successful applicants of Strengthening Communities Fund will be paid after 1 September 2025.
What's happening in the community
News
Tell us what you think
Events
Key Events and Dates
Monday 31 March 2025 12:00 pm to 04:00 pm
Strengthening Communities Fund - Information Session 1
Matuku Takotako: Sumner Centre (Puoro-Nuku Main Hall Room) 14 Wakefield Avenue, Sumner
12pm – 1pm The Funding Team will be present
1pm – 4pm Drop in session
Drop in to ask any questions you may have on the new funding platform that Council has recently switched to – SmartyGrants. Do you have any questions around the changes to the Incorporated Societies Act? Any other questions relating to funding, drop on in for a chat.
Refreshments provided.
Thursday 3 April 2025 05:00 pm to 06:15 pm
Strengthening Communities Fund - Information Session 2
St Martins Community Centre (Main Hall) 122 Wilsons Road South, St Martins
5pm – 6.15pm Drop in session
Drop in to ask any questions you may have on the new funding platform that Council has recently switched to – SmartyGrants. Do you have any questions around the changes to the Incorporated Societies Act? Any other questions relating to funding, drop on in for a chat.
Refreshments provided.
Saturday 5 April 2025
Pooch Pool Party - Waltham Pool
It’s paw-ty time for the canine community! To celebrate the end of the summer pool season, we’re un-leashing the fun at Waltham Summer Pool!
Dog parents can bring their pups along for a play on Saturday 5 April.
Attend the following paw-ty session times based on your pooch’s size. Each session is 90 minutes:
- 9am to 10.30am – Small Dogs (approx. 46cm and below)
- 11am to 12.30pm – Medium Dogs (approx. 46cm to 64cm)
- 1pm to 2.30pm – Large Dogs (Over 64cm)
- 3pm to 4.30pm - Open session (No size limit)
Entry fee - $3.80 per dog. Only one dog per owner please.
Let’s raise the woof! All proceeds will be donated to Dogwatch Sanctuary Trust who work towards rescuing, retraining and rehoming abandoned and surrendered dogs.
Aldwins Road Vet Clinic will be at the Waltham Party promoting their Best for Pet Clinics which is a pet wellness program as well as having some spot prizes to give away.
Rain or shine, the event will go ahead.
Have a paws-ome time!
Monday 7 April 2025 05:30 pm to 06:30 pm
Strengthening Communities Fund - Information Session 3
Pioneer Recreation and Sport Centre (Coop Meeting Room) 75 Lyttelton Street, Somerfield
5.30pm – 6.30pm Drop in session
Drop in to ask any questions you may have on the new funding platform that Council has recently switched to – SmartyGrants. Do you have any questions around the changes to the Incorporated Societies Act? Any other questions relating to funding, drop on in for a chat.
Refreshments provided.
Saturday 12 April 2025 to Sunday 27 April 2025
The Walking Festival
40+ walks
Explore the beauty of our city and its surroundings through a variety of inspiring walks suitable for all ages and abilities. From scenic strolls to adventurous hikes, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Browse the schedule, find the perfect walk for you, and register to join us on this journey of discovery, community, and connection with nature. Let’s get walking!
Port Hills Volunteer Restoration Events 2025
Winter Planting | Saturdays, 1 - 3pm
24 May - Barnett Park
7 June - Dry Bush
14 June - Eastside Bush (with BBQ afterwards)
Spring Maintenance | Saturdays, 1 - 3pm
27 September - Barnett Park
4 October - Dry Bush
11 October - Dry Bush
18 October - Eastside Bush (with BBQ afterwards)
For more information, click here.
Videos
Watch our latest community board meeting video. Browse our YouTube channel for more videos.
Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board Meeting - 13 March 2025
Waihoro Community Board Information Session - 27 February 2025
Waihoro Community Board Presentation to Council - 5 March 2025
Meet your community board
Callum Ward
Chairperson
Community Board member for the Spreydon Ward
022 311 5994
Callum.Ward@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73021, Christchurch 8154
Roy Kenneally
Community Board member for the Spreydon Ward
021 889 199
Roy.Kenneally@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73021, Christchurch 8154
Dr Melanie Coker
Councillor for Spreydon Ward
021 156 9281
melanie.coker@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73016, Christchurch
Facebook
About Melanie
Keir Leslie
Deputy Chairperson
Community Board member for the Cashmere Ward
027 309 3322
Keir.Leslie@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73021, Christchurch 8154
Lee Sampson
Community Board member for the Cashmere Ward
021 772 929
lee.sampson.CBM@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73021, Christchurch 8154
Tim Scandrett
Councillor for Cashmere Ward, Tim Scandrett
027 693 5155
tim.scandrett@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73016, Christchurch 8154
Will Hall
Community Board member for the Heathcote Ward
021 674 255
Will.Hall@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73052, Christchurch 8154
Dr Tim Lindley
Community Board member for the Heathcote Ward
021 707 198
tim.lindley@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73052, Christchurch 8154
Sara Templeton
Councillor for the Heathcote Ward
021 036 7672
sara.templeton@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73016, Christchurch 8154
Website
Your local Community Governance Team
| Jess Garrett | Manager Community Governance | 03 941 6289 | Jessica.Garrett@ccc.govt.nz |
| Jonathon Jones | Community Board Advisor | 03 941 5563 | Jonathon.Jones@ccc.govt.nz |
| Heather Davies | Community Development Advisor | 03 941 5314 | Heather.Davies@ccc.govt.nz |
| Shanelle Temaru-Ilalio | Community Development Advisor | 03 941 7931 | Shanelle.Temaru-Ilalio@ccc.govt.nz |
| Menime Ah Kam-Sherlock | Community Recreation Advisor | 03 941 5677 | Menime.AhKamSherlock@ccc.govt.nz |
| Jane Walders | Support Officer | 03 941 6584 | Jane.Walders@ccc.govt.nz |
The Walking Festival is back for 2025 and is right around the corner from 12-27 April!
The festival has 40+ exciting walks across the city, many being run by Walking or Community groups! The Walking Festival is all about providing opportunities for walkers of all ages and abilities, whether they’re a fan of beaches, hills, local history, getting amongst wildlife or enjoying a view, socialising or pushing your own physical limits there is something everyone. You can find all the information about the festival on What’s On (What's On : Christchurch City Council) and The Walking Festival Facebook page (The Walking Festival | Christchurch | Facebook).
Gear Up Ōtautahi is recycle/reuse a community-driven project designed to help children and adults participate in sports. Donate old, new and used sports equipment to the various Gear Up Ōtautahi wheelie bins around the city. Please check the Facebook page for the up-to-date list of locations.
