Waimakariri, North Canterbury is a country lifestyle destination in the heart of the South Island. We welcome you to visit and stay at our place.

Only 20 minutes north of Christchurch - Visit Waimakariri and stay for a while ...

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 Visiting Ellerslie International Flower Show?

Experience and tour country gardens only 20 minutes north of Christchurch. Start in Ohoka at Wilsons Mill Garden, and Millstream Garden . A 20 minute drive takes you to Roses at Cust, then to Oxford for Ribblesdale Country Gardens. Afterwards pop into the popular Seagars at Oxford for delicious food and coffee.

 

 Run or walk from Rangiora to Kaiapoi - 14th March

Join the runners, joggers and walkers to hit the pavement for a 10.6km walk or run from Rangiora to Kaiapoi. Organised by the Combined Lions Clubs, and funds raised are provided to the youth of the Waimakariri District. See you there. 

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Splash out to Kaiapoi for Family Fun

The river town of Kaiapoi if a great place for famillies to explore by boat, foot, bike or splash around in the local swimming pool or at the beach. Take in a movie, catch a fish, picnic in a park and play on the swings.

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14

Mar

2010

Rangiora Kaiapoi Fun Run and Walk

Enjoy a competitive run or a fun walk over 10.6 km from Southbrook Sports Centre in Rangiora to Kaiapoi Borough School. Buses available, spot prizes, entertainment, food and drinks at the finish.

20

Mar

2010

Canterbury Wizards v Wellington Firebirds - Plunket Shield Cricket

Come and watch Canterbury play against the Wellington Firebirds. MainPower Oval is a great place to take the whole family to enjoy the sunshine, a picnic and some great cricket.

28

Mar

2010

M.V Tuhoe River Sailing

Step on board the historic M.V Tuhoe for a cruise along the Kaiapoi and Waimakariri Rivers.
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The official tourism website for Waimakariri, North Canterbury, New Zealand. Visit Waimakariri and enjoy rivers, beaches, mountains, parks, golf courses and country accommodation only minutes north of Christchurch City.