About the Community Board
The Waipapa Papanui-Innes-Central 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 Funding Opportunities
The Community Board offers grants to assist local groups undertake small community projects through its Discretionary Response Fund, which is open year-round, as is the Board's Youth Development Fund.
The Board also annually considers applications to the Strengthening Communities Fund to support community-focused organisations whose projects contribute to the strengthening of community wellbeing in the area.
What's happening in the community
News
Progress on our plans
Find out how we're doing in each of our priority areas, from supporting safety initiatives to advocating for spaces for youth and more.
Tell us what you think
Events
For a fuller list of what's on, browse the events at What's On Christchurch, or browse Volunteer Events to explore opportunities to contribute to community planting days, working bees, and other ways to help the environment, be active, and meet new people.
Local events
Saturday 15 February 2025 09:00 am to 12:00 pm
Richmond Community Garden Farmers Market
Celebrate all things local at the Riverlution Farmers Market, launching on Saturday, February 15th, from 9 AM to 12ish!
Discover a wide range of seasonal produce, artisan breads, and handcrafted treats, all lovingly provided by local growers and makers. Enhance your experience with a delicious coffee from Riverlution Café, live music, and the lively community vibe.
Nestled among the Richmond Community Garden, the new City to Sea Pathway, and Avebury’s exciting new playground, this market is the perfect way to support local sustainability , meet your neighbours, and enjoy a relaxing morning outdoors.
Whether you’re shopping for fresh finds, savouring great coffee, or simply soaking up the atmosphere, there’s something for everyone!
Sunday 2 March 2025 11:00 am to 03:00 pm
Children's Day
Click here for more information.
Cuthberts Green, 56 Kearneys Road
Free children’s activities and entertainment include bumper boats, mini jeeps, pony rides, a Ferris wheel for teddies, bouncy castles, Braids and Fades by YCD, crafts, stage performances and much more. There’s something for everyone, making it an unforgettable day for all ages.
Videos
Watch our latest community board meeting video. Browse our YouTube channel for more videos.
Waipapa Papanui-Innes-Central Community Board Meeting - 12 December 2024
Waipapa Papanui-Innes-Central Community Board Presentation to Council - 4 September 2024
Waipapa Papanui-Innes-Central Community Board Presentation to the Council Long Term Plan Hearings - 2 May 2024
Meet your community board

Emma Norrish
Chairperson
Community Board member for the Papanui Ward
027 404 3093
emma.norrish@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73024, Christchurch 8154

Simon Britten
Deputy Chairperson
Community Board member for the Papanui Ward
027 787 5241
simon.britten@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73024, Christchurch 8154
Website

Emma Twaddell
Community Board member for the Innes Ward
027 288 6334
emma.twaddell@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73024, Christchurch 8154

Ali Jones
Community Board member for the Innes Ward
027 247 3112
ali.jones@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73024, Christchurch 8154

Sunita Gautam
Community Board member for the Central Ward
021 0243 5756
sunita.gautam@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73024, Christchurch 8154

John Miller
Community Board member for the Central Ward
027 427 9565
john.miller@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73024, Christchurch 8154

Victoria Henstock
Councillor for Papanui Ward
027 224 2075
victoria.henstock@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73016, Christchurch 8154
Website

Pauline Cotter
Deputy Mayor
Councillor for Innes Ward
027 296 8811
pauline.cotter@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73016,Christchurch 8154

Jake McLellan
Councillor for Central Ward
027 844 0296
jake.mclellan@ccc.govt.nz
P O Box 73016, Christchurch
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Your local Community Governance Team
Emma Pavey | Manager Community Governance | 03 941 5107 | emma.pavey@ccc.govt.nz |
Mark Saunders | Community Board Advisor | 03 941 6436 | mark.saunders@ccc.govt.nz |
Stacey Holbrough | Community Development Advisor | 03 941 8102 | stacey.holbrough@ccc.govt.nz |
Trevor Cattermole | Community Development Advisor | 03 941 5407 | trevor.cattermole@ccc.govt.nz |
Jason Chee | Community Recreation Advisor | 03 941 7145 | jason.chee@ccc.govt.nz |
Hannah Martin | Community Support & Events Coordinator | 03 941 6424 | hannah.martin@ccc.govt.nz |
Lyssa Aves | Support Officer | 03 941 5405 | lyssa.aves@ccc.govt.nz |