We are Richmond
We are Richmond (formerly Richmond Residents’ and Business Association) grew out of the need for locals to have more say in what was happening to our suburb, and was formed in 2018.
The community has had to endure many disruptive events after the Red Zone changes: Natural Hazards Commission Toka Tū Ake issues; as is where is houses; poorly executed roading projects impacting our central business area; prolonged Dudley Creek remediation taking 18 months longer than expected; the MOE decisions to close schools; and the installation of multiple Housing New Zealand developments.
The collective impact of these events eventually prompted the community to stand up and state that they had had enough.
Since then, it has grown into an organisation that not only helps take action for residents, but to make Richmond a better place by positive actions, bringing community organisations together, and running local events.
- To establish a progressive and collaborative relationship with National and Local Government bodies and their subsidiaries.
- To actively promote projects which enhance the quality of the residents’ and business communities’ lives in the Richmond area.
- To provide a forum for the consideration and development and advancement of ideas which meet 1 and 2 above.
We meet at 7pm on the 4th Tuesday of every month at Avebury House (9 Eveleyn Couzins Ave).
We welcome and encourage any Richmond residents, landowners, business owners and those working for Richmond organisations to come along.
Meeting Schedule
Our meetings are held on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 7pm at Avebury House, 9 Eveleyn Couzins Ave. Check our Facebook page for up to date information.
Our current working groups are:
- Roading
- Communications
- Richmond Clean Ups
- Arts & Parks
- Warden Street
Email secretary@wearerichmond.co.nz with any enquiries.
MONTHLY COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Coming Up:
Medway Parklet-corner Medway St/ Woodchester Ave
Come help weed this corner and meet your neighbours! A few residents have been maintaining this area, so come lend a hand to make it even better!
Pickup and Plant–School Entryway Warden Street Thurs 26 March 3:15-4:30pm
An afterschool plant and tidy session at the Northern entrance of Pareawa Banks Avenue School. Co-hosted with Avon Otakaro Network.
Richmond Gala Saturday 28 March 10am-2pm
Our massive twice-annual community event spanning across Avebury House, Avebury Park (where We are Richmond runs the Children’s Play Area) and Richmond Community Garden. There’s something for everyone!
Planting fruit trees and their understory in the “crop circles” and general weeding.
Home for some hot soup too!
What’s on in Richmond
If your business is not listed please get in touch with us and we will add it!
secretary@wearerichmond.co.nz
46A Vogel Street
Richmond
Christchurch 8013