The Akaroa Civic Trust is an active and effective guardian of the town’s historic character and charm. As a volunteer organisation of more than fifty years, it works to increase awareness of the town’s important place in Aotearoa New Zealand’s historical and architectural development, set in one of the country’s most stunning landscapes. The Civic Trust is also committed to protecting the town’s historic streetscapes and maintaining the wellbeing of the Akaroa Harbour for future generations. The Civic Trust was founded by local residents in 1969 to preserve Akaroa’s rich bicultural history and character. Its members work with Members of Parliament, national organisations, Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga, and the Christchurch City Council on many issues including those relating to the District Plan that impact the development of the town and surrounding area. The Trust supports new developments that are in harmony with Akaroa’s historic character and encourages appropriate adaptive new uses for the town’s historic buildings, helping to support many local businesses. After more than fifty years, the Akaroa Civic Trust continues its work to preserve the historic character of the town.

We need your help and support as a member. If you wish to join please fill in the membership form or contact Trust’s Secretary (Sandie Stewart) at akaroacivictrust@gmail.com or give her a call at (+64) 022 190 2013

You can help protect the historic character and charm of Akaroa by joining the Akaroa Civic Trust or making a donation to support its work.

 The annual subscription is $20 (individual) or $30 (family).

 Your subscription or donation will support the Civic Trust’s work with the City Council and Historic Places Trust to protect Akaroa’s historic character. Your subscription also entitles you to receive the Trust’s informative twice-yearly Newsletter and to attend lectures and other events organised by the Trust.