Welcome to
BARA - Belfast Area Residents Association
A service provided by a dedicated voluntary group of Belfast Residents who are committed to growing a community that is safe, well-maintained, appealing, caring & respectful of each other.

Proud to live, work and play in Belfast
Meet Our Community
PÅ«tahi-Belfast School
A year 1-8 Primary School with the Junior campus, year 1-4 at 700 Main North Rd and the Senior campus (PÅ«tahi-Uru) year 5-8 at 1B Treedale St.
OurKidz NZ OSCAR - Belfast
Before and After School care options, providing a breakfast in the morning and afternoon snack. Based out of the BCN Building, Sheldon Park.
Belfast Playcentre
At Playcentre children get the opportunity to learn and explore in a fun and safe environment. The activities change every day.
Belfast Netball Club
Belfast Netball Club is a friendly and dedicated club with a shared Club Room facility situated at Sheldon Park and four courts with lighting to train on.
Belfast Touch Rugby
Open to men, women and junior competitions. Touch rugby is all about working cohesively with your team to achieve a common goal. A great way to meet people and get some exercise at the same time.
Belfast Tennis Club
Three Courts available at Oruhuia Reserve Chenery Avenue, Christchurch.
Christchurch North Community Patrol
In partnership with others, we prevent crime and reduce harm through the active presence of trained patrollers.
Salvation Army - Christchurch North
We are passionate about doing life with people and seeing them come into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. As it is in Heaven—Let it be on Earth!
St Davids Anglican Church - Belfast
Anglican Life Church. Our parish offers a blend of traditional and more relaxed contemporary worship and music styles.
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Quick removal is the best way to prevent tagging.
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If you see any graffiti, photograph it and report it by clicking on the photo above. Removal on a public place usually takes place within 48 hours by our wonderful team of volunteers taking pride in our city.
PÄ«tau-Allenvale School
PÄ«tau-Allenvale School provides specialist education for ORS-funded students aged 5–21 in the northwest of Christchurch.
Belfast Community Network
We aim to have services in our community that provide programmes, events and connectedness for residents both young and old.
Belfast Rugby & Football Club
The Belfast RFC has a long and proud history of involvement in our National Game at all levels - Junior & Senior Club, Provincial, and National.
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Belfast Bowling Club
The club provides bowls to men and women for competition and social events. The kitchen is also open all year with regular Thursday night offerings.
Riverside Boxing Club - Belfast
One of NZ's most successful amateur boxing clubs with over 50 NZ Titles won by Riverside Boxers. Operating out of Belfast Rugby Clubrooms.
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Belfast Pony Club is a branch of North Canterbury.
We are located next to Chaneys forest on Spencerville Road, Belfast.
Our rallies are 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month, Adults ride at 10am and Youth Groups start at 1pm.
Rotary Club of Belfast Kaiapoi
The Club is well known for its “friendly vibe” with many members forging lasting friendships. Social Activities are encouraged and well patronised throughout the year.
Elim Church - Belfast
Whatever your background, culture or stage of life, we believe everyone has something special to bring and you are welcome to be part of the Elim Family.
Belfast Friendly Club
Meets every 2nd Monday at 1:30 pm, at the Belfast rugby and communication centre. 18 March Place, Belfast, We provide friendship, play housie and enjoy the occasional social outing.
And so much more in & around Belfast
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Sheldon Park
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Belfast War Memorial
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Skateboard Park
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Belfast School Swimming Pool
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Hiking Trails - ÅŒtukaikino Track, Styx Mill Conservation Reserve, Waimari Walkway, Island River Walk, O21K
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Largest Dog Park in Christchurch at the Groynes Park plus Styx Mill Dog Park to choose from.
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The Groynes - playgrounds and lakes
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Te Waoku Kahikatea - 8 h.a. reserve
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Waimakariri River - Fishing, jet boating & swimming.
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Roto Kohatu Reserve - two lakes for walking, swimming and kayaking
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Mountain Biking & Cycleways
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Retail & Service Businesses in Belfast:
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Woolworths Belfast
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Gloria Jeans Cafe
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PandaMart
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City Fitness
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Spotlight
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Smiths City
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Harvey Norman
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Bed Bath & Beyond
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VTNZ - Warrant of Fitness
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Burnsco
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Bargain Chemist
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Bridgestone Tyres
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Pacific Radiology
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Physio South
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Pier Law
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Belfast Veterinary Clinic
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Restaurants, cafes, takeaways, bakery, butchery and much more......
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