Christchurch Centre
Making a difference in Canterbury
Volunteer with usThe SPCA's Christchurch Centre is the oldest established SPCA in New Zealand and has been the voice for those who can’t speak for themselves since 1872.
With approximately 40 dedicated staff and over 500 incredible volunteers the Christchurch Centre is also the largest in the Southern Region and works hard to provide support to other centres ensuring better outcomes for NZ animals.
Our Centre’s primary focus is animal welfare however we also offer dog boarding facilities and have a small retail shop onsite with 100% of profits going back into helping the animals.
Specific enquiries
Due to limited space and resources, unfortunately the SPCA does not usually accept owned animals into our care.
As a charity, we do not have sufficient space and resources to provide a rehoming service for owned animals, and have to prioritise sick, stray or injured animals.
If you need to rehome your pet, please click here for advice.
The Christchurch Centre proudly partners with
Our team
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Barry Helem
Centre Manager and General Manager Southern Region
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Claire Ripper
Animal Services Manager
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Jamie Hancock
Chief Animal Welfare Inspector
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Debbie Rule
Customer Services Manager
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Sarah Cawston
Regional Administrator & HR Advisor
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Monique Hagedoorn
Animal Welfare Advisor Southern Region
We're so happy you've joined us!
We‘re excited to start sharing our inspirational stories with you, keep you up to date with how we’re helping New Zealand's animals, and let you know when there are opportunities to give your support.
But you don't have to wait for our next email. Here are a few ways to get involved right now.
Watch this space for your next update! And thanks again for your support, it’s what keeps us going.
Ngā mihi nui
The SPCA New Zealand Team