Shirley Community Trust

We build community in Shirley through projects and events that give opportunities for people to interact, form relationships, share experiences and develop capacity and resilience.

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Empowering People, Changing Lives

Shirley Community Trust is for everyone in Shirley, providing spaces to connect, contribute, have fun and belong. People can meet at our Community Centres or our Community Garden, and join in with a wide range of activities … or just sit and chat with others.

For over 20 years the Trust has aimed to support all who work, live and play in Shirley, together growing community. We are privileged to be a part of this wonderful journey.

Our Values

Hauora – a holistic approach, physical, emotional, spiritual and social wellbeing
Listening to the people of Shirley – their voices guide what we do
Trust – earned through building strong connections and relationships
Collaboration – with community and other organisations
Entrepreneurship – looking to the future and trying new things
Commitment – here for the long haul

Programmes for All Ages

Sunshine in Shirley

Barista Training

Fruit & Vege Co-Op

Foot Care Clinic

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Coming Events & Activities in Shirley

Light Party

Saturday, 31 October 2026

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Shirley Community Trust️ 8 hours ago

Jack from TechMate will be at the Neighbourhood Centre on Monday to offer tech assistance 📱 It's best to book in a time through Sharyn or you can rock up between 11am and 1pm and see if he's available 😁

Shirley Community Trust️ 18 hours ago

The Community Café will be open tomorrow from 9.30am 🤩 Bring your friends, your family, your neighbours, bring anyone! ☕🫖

Shirley Community Trust️ 1 day ago

It's a beautiful day in Shirley and MacFarlane Park is being well used for the primary school touch rugby games ☀️

Shirley Community Trust️ 3 days ago

There seems to be a bit of graffiti around Shirley at the moment 🫟 Using the Snap, Send, Solve app to let the Christchurch City Council know is super easy! 📱 Let's work together to keep Shirley looking great!