The Richmond Gala was an outstanding success. We are Richmond co-hosts 2 large events (Richmond Gala in March, Spring Fair in October) every year with Avebury House and Richmond Community Garden.

We are Richmond activates the Avebury Park Children’s Play Area, providing free or low cost activities for children and family from local organisations. We also run our own stall out of this area. We love interacting with the community, finding out your opinions on living in Richmond and show you the projects we’re working on.

We are thankful for the following organisations for coming along:
Christchurch Sunrise Rotary
Te Oraka Community Pools
Eastern Community Sport and Recreation Inc
Sarah Wadsworth, World Discgolf Champion (youth)
Pareawa Banks Avenue School PTA
Christchurch Envirokids
Christchurch Envirohub (Stormwater Hero Trailer)
Christchurch City Libraries
Reuben Davidson, MP East
Little Beans Preschool
Colourful Sugar Candy Floss
 

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Averill Street and Stapletons Road Work Updates 2023/24

Averill Street and Stapletons Road Work Updates 2023/24

Roadworks Update for the northern Richmond area: Isaac Construction Update on Progress in Averill Street:Work is progressing well and it is hoped the major work on the Stapletons/Averill intersection will be finished by the end of this week. Work will then move to the...

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Petrie Park BBQ & Planting Event

Petrie Park BBQ & Planting Event

The Richmond community gathered at a bbq at Petrie Park to spend time together but also engage on what they would like to see on the former bowling green at the southern half of the park.

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Minutes for 25 November 2025

Minutes 25 November 2025

Meet-Your-Neighbours Tidy Up Session at Medway Parklet

The Medway Parklet needed a good tidy and local neighbours wanted to meet to see if they could maintain this area in the future.

Vape Information Community Talk

Anna Stewart of Vape-Free Kids NZ spoke to the community about vape’s effects and regulations in New Zealand.

Minutes for 28 October 2025

Minutes 28 October 2025

Spring Fair 2025

The RRBA had a fabulous day helping run the Spring Fair alongside Avebury House and Richmond Community Garden. They helped activate the children’s play area and also interacted with the public at their infomation stall.

Minutes for 23 September 2025

Minutes 23 September 2025

Minutes for 26 August 2025

Minutes 26 August 2025

Meet-the-Candidates for Central Ward Councillor

Meet the Candidates for Central Ward Councillor candidates was a successful evening, co-hosted by Sunrise Rotary, We are Richmond and Phillipstown Hub

Petrie Park Planting Day 2025

So many residents came out to help finally plant trees and plants around Petrie Park!

Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust Groundbreaking Ceremony

Welcome Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust to our wider communities. We are excited for your presence in our area.