About the Community Board
The Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton 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.
What's happening in the community
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Events
Upcoming local events
Saturday 21 December 2024 08:00 am
Halswell Quarry Park Run - Christmas Celebrations!
Halswell Quarry, Kennedys Bush Road
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
Halswell Quarry parkrun takes place every Saturday at 8am.
Time to dust off those shiny Christmas outfits and come celebrate this Saturday 21st December . There will be spot prizes for the best dressed!!!
Learn more or keep updated on the Halswell Quarry parkrun Facebook page.
Saturday 21 December 2024 10:00 am
Ōtautahi Crafters Christmas Market
Air Force Museum of New Zealand, 45 Harvard Avenue
Come along to the Ōtautahi Crafters Christmas Market, where local talent and creativity come together to celebrate the festive season. You'll find a delightful array of handmade goods from skilled artisans and crafters. Keep updated on Facebook.
Saturday 18 January 2025 12:00 pm to 05:00 pm
Pool Party – Dive In Movie
Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre
Round up your friends and whānau for an epic evening at Te Hāpua Halswell Summer Pool! This year’s dive-in movie party is packed with excitement: GIANT inflatables, an obstacle slide, and a queen slide for everyone to enjoy. Settle in for Inside Out 2 on the big screen—don’t forget your popcorn! General pool admission price applies. Learn more.
Tuesday 21 January 2025 to Wednesday 22 January 2025
Riccarton Multi-Sport Holiday Festival
9am to 3pm each day, Upper Riccarton Domain. $20 per day (rain date 23 January)
Come along and enjoy football, cricket, tennis, ultimate frisbee and many more cool activities. There will be pro coaches along with some of the regions best players to teach you new skills! Find out more information including how to register.
Saturday 25 January 2025 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
Harmony Waitaha’s Exciting New Chorus – Information Session
3 Brake Street, Upper Riccarton
Are you interested in learning more about an exciting new Open Mixed Chorus launching early 2025? Harmony Waitaha is thrilled to announce the launch of a new a cappella choir, dedicated to bringing together passionate singers who share a love for music and a commitment to excellence. Come along for a free information session and explore whether this opportunity is for you. Learn more.
Videos
Watch the latest community board meetings below. Browse our YouTube channel for more videos.
Waipuna Community Board Meeting - December 2024
Waipuna Information Session/Workshop - 28 November 2024
Waipuna Information Session/Workshop - 25 November 2024
Waipuna Community Board Meeting - November 2024
Waipuna Information Session/Workshop - October 2024
Waipuna Community Board Meeting - October 2024 Part 2
Waipuna Community Board Meeting - October 2024 Part 1
Waipuna Information Session/Workshop - September 2024
Waipuna Community Board Meeting - September 2024
Waipuna Information Session/Workshop - August 2024
Waipuna Community Board Meeting - August 2024
Waipuna Community Board Meeting - 25 July 2024
Waipuna Community Board Meeting - 11 July 2024
Waipuna Information Session/Workshop - June 2024
Waipuna Community Board Meeting - June 2024
Waipuna Community Board Meeting - May 2024
Waipuna Community Board Workshop - Long Term Plan
Long Term Plan Submission Discussion
Waipuna Community Board Meeting - April 2024 [Part 2]
Waipuna Community Board Meeting - April 2024 [Part 1]
Extraordinary Meeting - Waipuna Community Board 9 April
Waipuna Community Board Meeting - March 2024
Waipuna Community Board Meeting - February 2024
Waipuna Community Board Meeting - December
Waipuna Community Board Meeting - November 2023
Waipuna Community Board Meeting - October 2023
Waipuna Community Board Meeting - September 2023
Waipuna Community Board Meeting - August 2023
Waipuna Community Board Meeting - July 2023
Meet your community board
Marie Pollisco
Chairperson
Community Board member for the Halswell Ward
021 0901 4149
marie.pollisco.CBM@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73022, Christchurch 8154
Helen Broughton
Deputy Chairperson
Community Board member for the Riccarton Ward
027 640 4935
helen.broughton@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73022, Christchurch 8154
Sarah Brunton
Community Board member for the Hornby Ward
021 022 17483
sarah.brunton@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73022, Christchurch 8154
Henk Buunk
Community Board member for the Hornby Ward
027 372 3338
henk.buunk@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73022, Christchurch 8154
Gamal Fouda
Community Board member for the Riccarton Ward
022 044 0718
gamal.fouda@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73022, Christchurch 8154
Tyla Harrison-Hunt
Councillor for Riccarton Ward
Iwi: Ngai Tahu, Ngāti Porou, Te Atiawa
021 276 7682
tyla.harrisonhunt@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73016, Christchurch 8154
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Andrei Moore
Councillor for Halswell Ward
027 632 5823
andrei.moore@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73016, Christchurch 8154
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Debbie Mora
Community Board member for the Halswell Ward
022 371 9687
debbie.mora@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73022, Christchurch 8154
Mark Peters
Councillor for Hornby Ward
028 409 5615
mark.peters@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73016, Christchurch 8154
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Your local Community Governance Team
Bailey Peterson | Manager Community Governance | 03 941 6743 | bailey.peterson@ccc.govt.nz |
Faye Collins | Community Board Advisor | 03 941 5108 | faye.collins@ccc.govt.nz |
Marie Byrne | Community Development Advisor | 03 941 6502 | marie.byrne@ccc.govt.nz |
Helen Miles | Community Recreation Advisor | 03 941 5409 | helen.miles@ccc.govt.nz |
Noela Letufuga | Support Officer | 03 941 5008 | noela.letufuga@ccc.govt.nz |
You can find the Governance Team at Rārākau: Riccarton Centre, 199 Clarence Street Riccarton.