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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 Oxford A & P Show - a country experience

The Oxford A & P Show held at the Showgrounds, Bay Rd, Oxford is a day out for all the family to experience the rural life of dog trials, horse eventing, sheep shearing, machinery, tractors, paddock to plate marquee, and plenty of fun for the kids.

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Flavours of the North Canterbury Food & Wine Trail 

North Canterbury is home to fresh flavours, authentic experiences, fantastic food and wine, and passionate people. Take time to explore, enjoy the tranquility of the countryside and taste the local flaovours produced from this land. 

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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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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.

03

Apr

2010

Oxford A & P Show

Annual Show - Bringing the town to the country. Fun for the whole family with animal, static and moving displays/exhibits, food and entertainment.
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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.