Community profile Greater Hornby (Census area units: Templeton, Islington, Hornby South, Hornby North, Broomfield, Sockburn, Wigram and part of Yaldhurst )

Community profile

Greater Hornby Area (Census area units: Templeton, Islington, Hornby South, Hornby North, Broomfield,

Sockburn, Wigram and part of Yaldhurst)

Central Hornby is located 8.34 kilometres to the south-west of the Christchurch central business district (CBD). This area is rapidly expanding in population growth and land development. The main schools in the area are: Hornby Primary School, South Hornby Primary School, Sockburn Primary School, Gilberthorpe Primary School, Templeton Primary School, St Bernadette’s Primary School, Riccarton Primary School, Branston Intermediate School, Hornby High School, Riccarton High School and St Thomas of Canterbury College. Within the greater Hornby area, 23 per cent of the population is aged between 15 and 30 years, compared with the Christchurch city figure of 21.8 per cent. In other age brackets, 14.1 per cent of greater Hornby residents are aged between 30 and 40 years, compared with the Christchurch City figure of 14.7 per cent; 14.2 per cent are aged between 40 and 50 years, and 12.9 per cent between 50 and 60 years. This compares with 14.7 per cent and 12.1 per cent respectively for Christchurch city. Those aged over 65 years old make up 12.4 per cent of the area's demographics, compared with 13.5 per cent for Christchurch city. Of significance is the fact that 13.1 per cent of greater Hornby’s population identify with the Mori ethnic group, which is higher than Christchurch city (7.6 per cent). These figures are based on the 2006 census figures. The area is well served with 69 neighbourhood parks, three garden and heritage parks and 15 sports parks. Significant recreation facilities or reserves include Denton Park, Hornby Domain, Kyle Park and Warren Park. There are seven general medical practices located in the area. Hornby Heartlands provides a venue for 24 government and non-government (NGO) support agencies, and demand for these services has increased significantly over the last 18 months. There are four retirement homes in the greater Hornby area. The Hub Hornby shopping centre plans to increase its size due to the predicted population expansion in the west of Christchurch, and the proposed expansion will make it the fourth largest mall in Christchurch. Other significant businesses include Dress-Smart, the Warehouse, Briscoes, Mitre 10 Mega and Countdown.

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Key demographics

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Median personal income compared to Christchurch City (Data from Statistics New Zealand)

Employment status (%) (Data from 2006 Census, Statistics New Zealand)

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Social infrastructure mapping The circle size indicates the level of influence the group is felt to have in the area. For example, bigger circles tend to be groups that provide a wider range of services, or have large numbers of participants. They also tend to be groups that are well networked within the community. There are 31 community organisations identified which provide programmes, support and activities for a wide range of age groups in the greater Hornby area. Fifty-eight sport, recreation and leisure groups have also been identified. Faith-based organisations, of which 21 have been identified, also contribute to the social well-being of residents and their families in the area. Some of the faith-based organisations provide programmes, activities and events for the whole community. A total of 15 schools, including primary, intermediate and secondary institutions, deliver education to children and young people in the area. The Upper Riccarton Community and School Library is an excellent example of partnership and collaboration between Riccarton High School and Christchurch City Council.

Greater Hornby

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15 measures of resilience

Community development organisations rating 1a Number of organisations (4) 1b Strength of organisations (3) 1c Community development principles (2)

Volunteering rating 2a Investment in volunteers (5) 2b Number of volunteer hours (funded groups) (5) 2c Number of people volunteering from Census (2)

Connectedness rating 3a Number of neighbourhood support groups (2) 3b Number of residents' associations (3) 3c Access to networking groups/forums (3)

Participation rating 4a Community events (3) 4b Funded projects participation rates (4) 4c Club membership numbers (4)

Preparedness rating 5a Number of neighbourhood support groups (2) 5b Households involved in Neighbourhood Support (1) 5c Capability of groups to lead local response (3)

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Pre Sep 2010 Nov 2011 Nov 2012 Social environment a. Community organisations 4 4 4 b. Community connectedness 4 5 5 c. Community participation 4 5 4 Built environment d. Housing stock 4 3 3 e. Roading infrastructure 5 4 4 f. Community facilities 4 3 2 Economic environment g. Local business/services 4 5 5 h. Access to local services 4 4 4 i. Local economy 4 5 5 Natural environment j. Land condition 5 5 5 k. Parks and spaces 4 4 4 l. Accessibility to natural environment 4 4 4

Community environment Social environment

After the earthquakes many families initially moved to the greater Hornby area from the south-east, and some are still in transition as they await news related to the future of their homes. There has been a significant increase in demand on food banks, which has been identified as relating to the increase in rents and also the use of petrol, as many people have to travel further to access services and remain connected to family and friends in the east. High rentals and a lack of affordable accommodation have led to reports of overcrowding in houses, which often results in stress and other health-related issues. Although there has been greater collaboration between community groups, there has also been an increasing level of demand on staff and volunteers over the last 18 months, and there is some concern that there is not enough funding available for organisations in the west to address the on-going needs of an increasing population. Behavioural changes in children have been noted since the earthquakes, and youth workers have identified an increase in the numbers of young people becoming homeless a result of additional demands on families. Schools have recently been impacted by proposed government changes to Christchurch schools. It has been proposed that Branston Intermediate School will be closed and that Sockburn and Hornby South Primary Schools will be relocated. It has also been proposed that Yaldhurst School will merge with Gilberthorpe Primary School. An increase in the level of stress on families and individuals has also been noted, especially for residents still dealing with on-going insurance issues and uncertainties related to their future homes. Hornby Heartlands has had a significant increase in the demand for the government and NGO services based there. Budgeting continues to remain one of the highest accessed community services at Hornby Heartlands. Service providers at Hornby Heartlands have noticed a more diverse range of clients accessing services, and providers are working with groups which normally do not access welfare services. Providers at Hornby Heartlands are also finding that the complexity of issues facing clients is growing, with an exacerbation of existing issues and levels of crisis. There is a shortage of medical practitioners available to meet the population expansion occurring. The community demographic is changing, with a significant multicultural flavour. In addition, people from Selwyn District are seeking support from the Hornby area as expansion takes place throughout the south-west into the Selwyn area.

Built environment

Most of the houses in the greater Hornby area are in a liveable condition with only superficial damage and/or damage to chimneys and brick/block fences. Many of these houses have been repaired or are in the process of waiting for repairs to be finalised. There are no empty spaces as a result of damaged buildings being demolished, as is the case in the east of Christchurch. Temporary structures have not been required, due to the minimal physical impact of the earthquakes on the built environment. However, the Sockburn Service Centre is closed and plans for a new service centre/library and community facility are being considered for the south-west area. Transport has become more of an issue due to increased traffic, as well as road works related to the widening of Carmen Road into four lanes. The Southern Motorway development project is under way and will eventually link the Southern Motorway through to Main South Road via Halswell Junction. The Wigram overbridge has been completed and is open. The south-west area, particularly around Rolleston, had been growing before the earthquakes; however, since the earthquakes, subdivision developments have been growing even faster as families look for new areas to build homes. Wigram Skies subdivision is located on the former Wigram Aerodrome site. Once complete, Wigram Skies will be home to 4,000 people spread over approximately 1,600 residential sections. Urban designers for Wigram Skies are also taking into consideration vital community elements such as parks, bus routes and cycle networks. Yaldhurst Village on Yaldhurst Road will also accommodate 400 new homes in the future.

Community environment

Economic environment

Many businesses in the less damaged areas of Christchurch, particularly in the western suburbs, experienced major surges in business following the earthquakes. Businesses based in the CBD and the east also had to look for new premises, which has resulted in increased demand for office and retail space. The Wycola shopping centre, for example, now has several new businesses established in shops that had been vacant for several years. Some manufacturers have also moved their businesses to new premises in Hornby after earthquake damage in the east. There has been a sizeable increase in residential, commercial and infrastructure investment, which has resulted in increased property prices and rents. Increase in tradespeople coming to Christchurch could potentially lead to more demand on housing in the future in the greater Hornby area. Although The Hub at Hornby was already expanding before the earthquakes, plans have now been put in place to increase its size from 17,000m

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2 and the number of stores to increase from 60 to 80, making it the fourth

largest mall in Christchurch. Other major businesses have also opened recently, such as Countdown and new premises for Mitre 10. Both of these provide employment opportunities for local people as well as those from outside the greater Hornby area. The completion of the Southern Motorway project is also expected to deliver growth benefits to the greater Hornby area by increasing business access. The Southern Motorway extension will help relieve congestion in the Hornby area, thereby improving safety and access to the existing and expanding industrial areas around Waterloo, Shands and Parkhouse Roads.

Natural environment

The 4 September 2010 earthquake not only disrupted lives and property, it also altered the movement of water across and under the Canterbury Plains. To the west and north of Christchurch city lies a groundwater recharge area for the series of aquifers under Christchurch city, which hold underground water fed from the Waimakariri River. This water has been clean and plentiful so far. However, as a result of the earthquakes, groundwater levels spiked, springs started flowing, and the Hororata River changed its course, although there appears to be no clear evidence of significant change in aquifer pressures or properties. Quarrying in the Yaldhurst rural area is of concern to local residents. Concerns include not only the environmental damage to the land through direct quarrying, but also the indirect effect that the large machinery and trucks are having on local roads. There have also been noise issues arising from the operation of the Ruapuna Motorsport Park, located in Hasketts Road near Templeton. Plan Change 52 has been drafted in response to this issue. A recommendation has also been put forward by a Council working party to purchase seven residential properties affected by unreasonable levels of noise, and to engage with the Canterbury Car Club and Christchurch Speedway Association to vary their current leases to introduce measures to control noise. As there has been no earthquake damage affecting the natural environment in the greater Hornby area, nor any liquefaction or slumping of land in the parks and spaces waterways, the community has been able to continue to access these facilities. A grassland/shrubland site on the corner of Wilmers and Springs Roads has high ecological value with its native vegetation including Danthonia grassland. Kyle Park and Wycola Park continue to be frequently used for casual recreation, while Warren Park and Denton Park are the most important areas for sports-related activity. Wycola Park, with the adjacent community centre, is the key open space in Hei Hei. These facilities continue to be used by the community. Land condition in the greater Hornby area was least affected by the earthquake. Apart from the significant rural land area within the greater Hornby area which has not been classified, the other areas have been classified as technical category one (TC1), meaning that future land damage from liquefaction is unlikely. This includes the areas of Broomfield, Hei Hei, Islington, Sockburn, Hornby North, Hornby South and Wigram. Following the earthquake in Canterbury on Friday 23 December 2011, investigation of the Wigram Skies site was undertaken. Inspection of the land found no surface expression of liquefaction, no sign of land damage, no observed sand boils and no evidence of rotation of the structures on site at that time.

Future risks / opportunities

Risk / opportunity Progress to date / outcomes

• A risk was identified of community and social service providers being over-stretched by the demands of a growing population, combined with concerns relating to a lack of appropriate funding to resource services to meet these demands.

• Groups advised of funding schemes within Council and other significant local funders.

• Council staff advising and supporting groups.

• A risk was identified of families not being able to meet basic needs as a result of increases in rent and a lack of affordable accommodation.

• Salvation Army food bank continues to provide food parcels. Demand has more than doubled. The Salvation Army Kai Mahi project is assisting people with gardening skills, as well as establishing local community gardens.

• A risk was identified relating to the well-being of men and a lack of specific support services available to them.

• The Hope Hornby Presbyterian Church is establishing a Men’s Shed.

• A lack of access to affordable accommodation has resulted in overcrowding in some homes, causing additional stress and health-related issues. There has been an increase in the number of homeless young people.

• The 24/7 Youth Workers and the Hornby Youth Worker continue to support young people.

• Free counselling for youth is now available at Petersgate Counselling Centre, Upper Riccarton.

• The Hornby Youth Website provides information to young people and caregivers regarding activities as well as support services.

• An increase in mental health and social well-being issues has been identified as a result of post-earthquake stress. There is also an issue around the shortage of medical practitioners available to meet the population expansion occurring.

• Free earthquake counselling is still available at Petersgate Counselling Centre. Hornby Heartlands also has free counselling through counsellors from community groups, based at Heartlands.

• A new Holistic Care Centre opening in November 2012 will provide a range of health services.

• A risk was identified relating to the social isolation of older adults, especially those who have come from the east and have been disconnected from their communities.

• Hope Hornby Presbyterian Church and other lead agencies have developed a programme called CAN (Communities and Neighbours) to address social isolation among older adults. Currently waiting for funding so the programme can commence.

• Salvation Army Senior Services Programme has commenced in the area.

• As a result of the closure of the Hei Hei Community Centre in early November 2012, there is a risk that groups who were using this centre will have difficulty finding alternative venues.

• Council staff will advise and support user groups of the Hei Hei Community Centre to find alternative venues.