We are Richmond
We are Richmond (formerly The 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: EQC 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.
Our purpose is to:
- 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.
Meet our Committee Members
Craig Given
Committee Member
Craig has lived in the Richmond area for nearly 20 years and became involved with the RRBA during the residents meetings over roading issues in 2018.
He enjoys being active in the community, whether it be pulling weeds, understanding roading & access issues or working with others to help promote our awesome little patch of paradise.
ANDREW BUTTON
Andrew is passionate for Richmond as a thriving community of Christchurch. He moved back to the area 4 years ago after the earthquakes moved my family out. He’s loving being back!
Murray James
Chairperson
Murray has a long established business history, owning a number of businesses in and around the construction industry.
He has a long family association with the Richmond area and loves living in the suburb. His accounting background brings a much-needed resource to our association.
Hayley Guglietta
Treasurer
Hayley is a 20 year plus Richmond Local and runs her business from Richmond, Hayley is on the board of two local organisations Avebury House and The Richmond Community Garden.
She sees Richmond as a great place to live as it is close to the city, within walking distance of the river and can only see more people wanting to live here once the proposed green zone regeneration takes place.
Rachel Crawford
Capacity Builder
For over 15 years, Rachel has been interested in creating relationships in Richmond, attending classes Avebury House classes, attending We are Richmond meetings, and cheering on the Richmond Community Garden and Riverlution, and anything and everything Richmond.
She is honoured to make connections in the community through her Capacity Builder role for the two and a half years.
If you see her in the community, come and say hi, and let her know how you can make Richmond a better place to live too.
Chris Carter
Committee Member
Chris has lived in Christchurch for 63 years and has been a business owner (Alpha Preschool) in Richmond for 25 years. He has lived in Shirley since 2011. He was an Ara tutor in Automotive Engineering from 2002 – 2014,
Liesbeth Van bruchem
Secretary
Liesbeth emigrated from The Netherlands at the end of 1998 and has lived in Richmond ever since.
Even during the 3 year period she had to live in Woolston, after having relocated and renovated their earthquake-damaged bungalow and before their new house was built, Liesbeth was in Richmond every day and she is passionate about making her neighbourhood clean, green and friendly.
EWOUT VAN BRUCHEM
Committee Member
Ewout has lived in Richmond since emigrating from the Netherlands in 1998.
He has always loved living in this diverse and historic neighbourhood.
A lot has changed since the earthquakes. It’s great to see how the red zone (slowly) develops into a great nature and recreation area.
Ewout values community volunteer work and restoring nature.
NICK HUGHES
Committee Member
GAVIN SOLE
Committee Member
2024 Meeting Schedule
Meetings
Working Group Meetings will be the 4th Tuesday of each month at 7pm at Avebury House. Please check our facebook page for the most up-do-date information.
Our current working groups are:
- Roading
- Communications
- Richmond Clean Ups
- Richmond Village
- Arts
- Parks
We welcome everyone to come and join our meetings and/or a working group if you prefer action rather than formal committee structure.
Email secretary@wearerichmond.co.nz with any enquiries
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Current Projects
What is the RRBA working on at the moment?
Richmond Village Shopping Centre Pot Holes Fixed
After years of We are Richmond lobbying to get the Richmond Village Carpark restored to a usable standard, the potholes and damage have finally been patch-fixed by one of multiple landlords. Multiple residents and shoppers complained about the safety of this shopping...
Committee Member Hayley Guglietta Receives Civic Award
In December last year, We are Richmond Committee Member and extremely active community activator Hayley Guglietta was nominated for a Civic Award. We can't think of anyone more deserving of this Civic Award. We are Richmond/ Richmond Residents' and Business...
Roadworks Update for Stapletons Road (Warden St to Shirley Rd) 7
Stapletons Road (Warden St to Shirley Rd). COMPLETED Footpath preparation, ready for asphalt Road preparation. LOOK AHEAD Complete basecourse construction for the road Asphalt all footpaths and vehicle crossings. Begin installation of raised platform Chipseal of road...
Roadworks Update for Nicholls Street 7
Traffic: Traffic on both Nicholls Street and Dudley street are set up as one-way, and no entry permitted on NorthAvon Road and Stapleton Road. Inconvenience: Property access including residents on East side of Nicholls st. Disruption Management: Our plan includes...
Roadworks Update for Nicholls Street 6
Traffic: Traffic on both Nicholls Street and Dudley street are set up as one-way, and no entry permitted on NorthAvon Road and Stapleton Road. Inconvenience: Property access including residents on East side of Nicholls st. Disruption Management: Our plan includes...
Roadworks Update for Stapletons Road (Warden St to Shirley Rd) 6
Stapletons Road (Warden St to Shirley Rd). COMPLETED Completed the final kerb pour Subbase construction now fully complete LOOK AHEAD Complete all footpath construction ready for asphalt Complete basecourse construction Delays None Take a look at what is happening...
Minutes February 2024
Meeting held at Avebury House Tuesday, 27 February 2024 Present:Committee Members: C. Carter, D. Duffy, H. Guglietta (Chair), L. van Bruchem, R. Crawford, C. GivenGovernment Representatives: J. McLellan (Councillor, Central Ward), J. Miller (Community Board,...
Roadworks Update for Stapletons Road (Warden St to Shirley Rd) 5
Stapletons Road (Warden St to Shirley Rd). COMPLETED Begun the Shirley Road/Stapletons Road intersection construction. Completed the second stage of road construction up to Shirley Road. Completed the Western side footpath works up to Shirley Road LOOK AHEAD Complete...
Roadworks Update for Nicholls Street 5
Traffic: Traffic on both Nicholls Street and Dudley street are set up as one-way, and no entry permitted on NorthAvon Road and Stapleton Road. Inconvenience: Property access including residents on East side of Nicholls st and 55 Nicholls st. You will receive aletter...
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Contact
Get in touch with us.
Email us:
secretary@wearerichmond.co.nz
Mail us:
46A Vogel Street
Richmond
CHRISTCHURCH 8013