Our Spaces
community house mid canterbury
Join our community hub
Situated in a prime location in the centre of Ashburton, Community House Mid Canterbury (CHMC) offers a range of spaces suitable for any group, from not-for-profits to businesses. There are ongoing tenancies, one-off office and interview hire solutions, and a meeting space for up to 40 people.
Our reasonable pricing, discounted rates for not-for-profits and shared amenities, make our facilities and workspaces excellent value.
If you’re looking for a permanent space to work from or just need something casual, look no further than CHMC to find a perfect fit for your next office or meeting space.
rakaia room
rakaia room
Our largest meeting room seats up to 40 and can be set to suit your purpose. It has its own kitchenette and bathroom facilities and after hours access if required.
hakatere room
hakatere room
Cozy, professional office space for 4–6 people. Ideal for small team or board meetings. Includes Wi-Fi, whiteboard, and coffee.
interview room
”interview
Quiet, professional off-site interview room ensures privacy, minimizes distractions, creates neutral ground, and enhances candidate comfort and interviewer focus.
RANGITATA ROOM
RANGITATA ROOM
Our Rangitata Room is perfectly suited for smaller meetings for up to 4-6 people, one-on-one interviews, private conversations or can be used as an office for the day.
Tenant Spaces
At Community House Mid Canterbury (CHMC) we provide low-cost office spaces in the centre of Ashburton designed to accommodate the unique needs of not-for-profit and health and wellbeing related commercial tenants.
Our private office spaces are tailored to support small to mid- size groups looking to lease a space within a safe and welcoming community hub.
Office leases are for a 12-month period with right of renew at the beginning of each financial year.
Our tenants have access to shared resources and facilities, telephone and internet.
Our spaces are more than just a place to work, they are a hub for networking, collaboration, education and support that cater for a diverse range of community needs.
If you are interested in joining us, we invite you to make contact.
Fully secure office space
Office furniture (by arrangement)
Telephone and High-speed Wi-Fi internet access
Complimentary tea and coffee facilities
Independently controlled heat pumps for optimal comfort
Use of one of our meeting rooms up to 2 hours per month free of charge (by arrangement)
Fully accessible space
Central Ashburton (limited onsite parking)
Photocopying services at competitive rates
Tenant Rates
Contact: Facilities Manager
reception@commmunityhousemc.co.nz
Phone: 03 308 1237
Mobile: 027 296 7186
Rakaia Room
Our Rakaia Room is designed to cater for larger gatherings of up to 40 people. This is an ideal space for board meetings, workshops, small community events, seminars and team strategy sessions. This room is equipped with data projection, hi speed Wi-Fi, whiteboard, folding trestle tables, chairs, kitchenette with tea and coffee making facilities and an easily accessible toilet facility. This is our only available out of business hours facility.
Our central Ashburton location and affordable rates makes this room a practical and professional choice. Whether you’re a not-for-profit, a corporate group, or a community organisation, holding your next meeting in the Rakaia Room is a smart choice.
Theatre or boardroom-style meeting room with capacity for up to 40 people
Data projection equipment and screen
High-speed Wi-Fi internet access
Complimentary tea and coffee facilities
Independently controlled heat pumps for optimal comfort
Fully accessible space
Central Ashburton (limited onsite parking)
Photocopying services at competitive rates
After hour room hire by arrangement
ROOM RATES
| Not-for-Profit rate | Commercial Rate | |
| Hourly | $37.60 | $47.00 |
| Half Day | $112.00 | $140.00 |
| Full Day | $148.80 | $186.00 |
All rate prices are GST inclusive!
The Rakaia Room is available for booking during normal business hours 8.30am – 5pm Monday – Friday and after hours and weekends by arrangement. All bookings are subject to our standard rental terms.
Hakatere Room
Our Hakatere Room is perfectly suited for smaller meetings, one-on-one interviews, or private conversations. Accommodating 4–6 people, this space includes essential features such as a TV screen with easy HDMI connection, portable whiteboard, Wi-Fi, and access to a shared kitchen with tea and coffee facilities.
Our central Ashburton location and affordable rates makes this room a practical and professional choice. Whether you’re a not-for-profit, a corporate group, or a community organisation, holding your next meeting in the Hakatere Room is a smart choice.
High-speed Wi-Fi internet access
Whiteboard
TV with HDMI cable
Complimentary tea and coffee facilities
Independently controlled heat pumps for optimal comfort
Fully accessible space
Central Ashburton (limited onsite parking)
Photocopying services at competitive rates
ROOM RATES
| Not-for-Profit rate | Commercial Rate | |
| Hourly | $20.00 | $25.00 |
| Half Day | $60.00 | $75.00 |
| Full Day | $84.00 | $105.00 |
All rate prices are GST inclusive!
The Hakatere Room is available for booking during normal business hours 8.30am – 5pm Monday – Friday.
All bookings are subject to our standard rental terms.
Rangitata Room
Our Rangitata Room is perfectly suited for smaller meetings, one-on-one interviews, private conversations or can be used as an office for the day. Accommodating 4–6 people, this space includes essential features such as a round meeting table & chairs, office desk and chair, portable whiteboard (on request), Wi-Fi, and access to a shared kitchen with tea and coffee facilities.
Our central Ashburton location and affordable rates makes this room a practical and professional choice. Whether you’re a not-for-profit, a corporate group, or a community organisation, holding your next meeting in the Rangitata Room is a smart choice.
Round Table & Four Chairs
Office Desk, Chair, Portable Computer Screen and HDMI cable on request
High-speed Wi-Fi internet access
Complimentary tea and coffee facilities
Independently controlled heat pumps for optimal comfort
Fully accessible space
Central Ashburton (limited onsite parking)
Photocopying services at competitive rates
ROOM RATES
| Not-for-Profit rate | Commercial Rate | |
| Hourly | $20.00 | $25.00 |
| Half Day | $60.00 | $75.00 |
| Full Day | $84.00 | $105.00 |
All rate prices are GST inclusive!
The Rangitata Room is available for booking during normal business hours 8.30am – 5pm Monday – Friday.
All bookings are subject to our standard rental terms.
Casual Office Spaces
Our casual office spaces offer a variety of options from one-on-one interviews around a table with 4 chairs to a more conventional office space with a desk office chair and visitors seating. All rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi and have access to shared kitchen with tea and coffee making facilities.
Our central Ashburton location and affordable rates makes these rooms a practical and professional choice. Whether you’re a not-for-profit, a corporate group, or a community organisation, holding your next meeting or need an office for the day, our casual office spaces are a smart choice.
Round Table & Four Chairs or Office Desk & Chair
Portable Computer Screen and HDMI cable on request
High-speed Wi-Fi internet access
Complimentary tea and coffee facilities
Independently controlled heat pumps for optimal comfort
Fully accessible space
Central Ashburton (limited onsite parking)
Photocopying services at competitive rates
INTERVIEW ROOM | CASUAL OFFICE RATES
| Not-for-Profit rate | Commercial Rate | |
| Hourly | $16.00 | $20.00 |
| Half Day | $48.00 | $60.00 |
| Full Day | $68.00 | $85.00 |
All rate prices are GST inclusive!
The Interview Room | Casual offices are available for booking during normal business hours 8.30am – 5pm Monday – Friday.
All bookings are subject to our standard rental terms.
book a space
All our rooms are available for booking during normal business hours
8.30am – 5pm Monday – Friday.
All bookings are subject to our standard rental terms.
high speed wifi internet access
We understand the importance of being connected.
heating | cooling
Independently controlled heat pumps for optimal comfort.
receptionist cover
Full time receptionists during normal business hours.