Friday 11 April to Tuesday 15 April, from 10am until 4pm each day, Air Force Museum of New Zealand, 45 Harvard Avenue

Come along and see the Lockheed C-130H Hercules for a limited time! NZ7001 was the RNZAF's first C-130H in service, and this extraordinary aircraft served all over the world for an astonishing 60 years. No bookings necessary, but koha welcome! Keep updated on Facebook.

Welcome to the 2025 Christchurch Walking Festival, held from Saturday 12 April to Sunday 27 April.

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! Learn more.

Local events include:

• Storywalk @ the Library | Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre Tuesday 15 April, 11am
• Storywalk @ the Library | Matatiki Hornby Centre Wednesday 23 April, 10am
• Headwater Springs Sunday 27 April, 1pm, Start & finish at Te Kuru car park, 600 Cashmere Road

The Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board’s 2025/26 Strengthening Communities Fund opens for applications on 1 May 2025.

Council has shifted to a new funding platform – Smarty Grants.

Join a session where we’ll:

• Explore Smartygrants, Council's new funding platform
• Go through the application form
• Provide tips for making your funding application
• Answer your funding questions

Drop in sessions

• Wednesday 16 April 4:30pm – 6:00pm Rārākau: Riccarton Centre, 199 Clarence Street (Makomako Room)
• Thursday 24 April 5:00 – 6:30pm Te Hāpua Halswell Centre, 341 Halswell Road
• Tuesday 29 April 12:00 – 1:30pm Matatiki Hornby Centre, 25 Smarts Road

Want a 1:1 session - Email halswell.hornby.riccarton@ccc.govt.nz to arrange for an advisor to come to you.

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.

Learn more.

In support of the national science programme, Alpine Fault Magnitude 8 (AF8), the AF8 Roadshow 2025 is returning to Ōtautahi Christchurch this May.

While we can’t predict when earthquakes will occur, scientific research indicates there is a 75% probability of an Alpine Fault earthquake occurring in the next 50 years, and that there is a 4 out of 5 chance that it will be a magnitude 8+ event.

There will be three public talks across the city: Christchurch West, Christchurch Central, and Christchurch East.

• West: Given the diverse demographics and varying levels of understanding of the Alpine Fault 8 earthquake risk, we have secured Te Hāpua Mohoao Hall in the west, which can accommodate up to 300 attendees.
• Central: For the central city, we’d like to foster inclusivity by hosting the event at the Multicultural Recreation and Community Centre.
• East: Recognising the vulnerabilities that our eastern suburbs face in emergencies, we have selected a more intimate venue this year to encourage community discussion and direct engagement with the presenter(s). We are incredibly grateful to the New Brighton South Surf Club for generously providing this space free of charge.

Event Details & booking: AF8 Roadshow 2025

📍 Ōtautahi – Christchurch West
📅 Monday, 12 May | 🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Te Hāpua Mohoao Hall

📍 Ōtautahi – Christchurch City
📅 Tuesday, 20 May | 🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Multicultural Recreation and Community Centre

📍 Ōtautahi – Christchurch East
📅 Wednesday, 21 May | 🕡 6:30 PM
📍 New Brighton South Surf Club