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 11 October 2025 to Monday 27 October 2025
The Christchurch Heritage Festival
The Christchurch Heritage Festival is celebrating its 30th anniversary, marking three decades of Council collaboration with heritage organisations and community event providers to share events with our district. Discover and explore with over two weeks of walks, talks, open days, exhibitions and more.
Check out local events, which include:
Tohu Whenua: Landmarks that tell our stories 18 October, 4pm, Te Whare Waiutuutu Kate Sheppard House, 83 Clyde Road. Learn about the Ōtautahi sites of the Tohu Whenua initiative and discover how stories and places help build our understanding of the past.
Discover Historic Wigram - Tour 18, 19, 22 and 25 October, 10am, Air Force Museum of New Zealand. Learn about RNZAF personnel who lived and worked on the base and encounter original buildings dating back to the early 1900s.
Guided Heritage Tour: Riccarton House On now until 26 October, 16 Kahu Road. Experience the rich history of the Deans family with an immersive guided tour of Riccarton House, at a special price for the Heritage Festival.
Discover Historic Wigram | Documentary On now until 27 October, 9.30am to 4.30pm, Air Force Museum of New Zealand. Learn all about the fascinating history of Wigram as the birthplace of military aviation, an air base which once housed more than 2,500 people.
The Day the Sun Fell: Hiroshima and Nagasaki | 80 Years On On now until 28 October, University of Canterbury. Marking 80 years since the atomic bombings, this exhibition shares survivor stories alongside Ōtautahi Christchurch's strong anti-nuclear heritage.
Friday 17 October 2025 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm
Super Hero Disco
Gilberthorpe School, Buchanans Road
$3 entry fee per child. Hosted by the Greater Hornby Residents’ Association. For all local children 5 to 13 years of age. Cash only to purchase fizzy drinks and glow sticks. Come along, have fun and enjoy a free sausage sizzle. Keep updated on Facebook.
Saturday 18 October 2025 08:00 am
Halswell Quarry Park Run
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.
Saturday 18 October 2025 10:00 am
St Marys Church Fair
329 Halswell Road
Come along and check out books, toys, plants, white elephant, bouncy castle, food stalls and much more! Keep updated on Facebook.
Saturday 18 October 2025 01:00 pm to 04:00 pm
Riccarton Community Fun Day
Harrington Park, Peverel Street
Celebrate the vibrant spirit of Riccarton at this free, family-friendly event, designed to bring the community together and highlight the rich diversity of those who call it home. Enjoy free fun, food, activities and entertainment! Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to connect, celebrate, and enjoy a fantastic day out with your neighbours.
Videos
Watch the latest community board meetings below. Browse our YouTube channel for more videos.
Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board Meeting - 14 August 2025
Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board Extraordinary Meeting - 14 August 2025
Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board Meeting - 10 July 2025
Meet your community board
Community Board member for the Halswell Ward
021 371 9687
debbie.mora@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73022, Christchurch 8154
Community Board member for the Halswell Ward
021 0901 4149
marie.pollisco.CBM@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73022, Christchurch 8154
Community Board member for the Hornby Ward
021 022 17483
sarah.brunton@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73022, Christchurch 8154
Community Board member for the Hornby Ward
cody.cooper@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73022, Christchurch 8154
Community Board member for the Riccarton Ward
027 640 4935
helen.broughton@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73022, Christchurch 8154
Community Board member for the Riccarton Ward
joseph.fullerton@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73022, Christchurch 8154
Councillor for Halswell Ward
027 632 5823
andrei.moore@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73016, Christchurch 8154
Councillor for Hornby Ward
028 409 5615
mark.peters@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73016, Christchurch 8154
Councillor for Riccarton Ward
Iwi: Ngai Tahu, Ngāti Porou, Te Atiawa
021 276 7682
tyla.harrisonhunt@ccc.govt.nz
PO Box 73016, Christchurch 8154
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 |
Eileen Yee | Community Development Advisor | 03 941 6503 | eileen.yee@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.