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CHRISTCHURCH! Christchurch is the largest city in the South Island. The first recorded settlers were the Maori and, in 1840, the first Europeans settled on the plains. In 1850, the first organised groups of English immigrants arrived on “the first four ships”, and they are said to be the city founders. In July, 1856, when land was set aside for the building of the cathedral in an area that would become the city centre, Christchurch was declared a city – the first in this new land. Christchurch is “The Garden City” at any time of the year and is celebrated each year with events such as the Festival of Flowers. Christchurch remains a thriving centre, the shopping is world class with many unique boutique stores and unique department stores in Merivale as well as large malls in the suburbs and most visitor activities are operating as usual. Christchurch is proud of its sporting prowess, with the importance of rugby and cricket being relevant reflections of the city’s past. Of course, Christchurch is just as proud of its world-class golf courses, alpine resorts just out of the city and the motor racing track at Ruapuna. Today the population of this exciting city is 340,000 – big enough to be a city with all the benefits of a large metropolis, but small enough to retain a friendly sense of community.

Christchurch Botanic Gardens

Located in the heart of the city, the Gardens were founded in 1863 when an English Oak Tree was planted to commemorate the marriage of Prince Albert to Princess Alexandra of Denmark.With more than 10 gardens, they are spread over 21 hectares and have variety of exotic and local plants of New Zealand plus a number of artworks dotted around.The gardens it is a place of peace and tranquility and is popular with locals and tourists alike. Opening at 7am daily. Entry is free.

Situated in the former University of Canterbury buildings. There are 23 heritage buildings, 2 of which are a category 1. Following the 2011 earthquake the complex was closed for major repairs, however a good portion has now been re-opened. Prior to the earthquake the centre had speciality shops, bars, cafes, restaurants, galleries, theaters and cinemas. The Court Theater is a professional theater company founded in 1971 and was based at the Arts Centre from 1976 to 2010. Now with a lot of the repairs complete business’ have been returning, as well as the weekend market which is open during the summer.

The Arts Centre Punting on the Avon

This iconic Christchurch activity is an absolute must if you are visiting the ‘Garden City’. A tranquil glide along the Avon River, taking in the beautiful Botanic Gardens and a city changing and growing amidst the rebuild. The tours are set aboard handcrafted flat-bottomed boats which are poled along by a skilled Punter in traditional Edwardian attire at the rear of the boat. This is a very eco-friendly way of relaxing and enjoying Christchurch from a different perspective. Summer or Winter the rides can be enjoyed as a group, or if you prefer private tours are also available. Open daily, you can view their website for the operating hours and other tours that may be of interest at www.christchurchattractions.nz.

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CANTERBURY MUSEUM Situated in the former University of Canterbury buildings. There are One of Christchurch’s most popular attractions, Canterbury Museum is located in the central city next to the Botanic Gardens. Entry is free and donations are appreciated. Displays cover Canterbury’s natural history, the people who have made their homes here and the region’s connection to Antarctica. The Māori galleries display treasures and tools from Canterbury’s first people, while the Christchurch Street recreates the nineteenth-century city. Other highlights include the gold-plated motorcycle that belonged to world speedway champion Ivan Mauger and the world-famous Kiwiana icon Fred & Myrtle’s Pāua Shell House. Daily Museum tours leave from the foyer at 2.00 pm; book online or go to foyer 10 minutes before hand.

NEW BRIGHTON PIER The pier that stands today was opened in 1997, it replaced the original timber built one which was more British Traditional style and was only 700 ft long. Built of reinforced concrete it spans 980 ft long, making it the longest in Australasia. One of the more popular events on the pier is the Guy Fawkes Fireworks Display which is held every 5th November, which is attended by many of the locals.

MOUNTAIN BIKING Well known for its amazing bike trails across the country, ask anyone in Christchurch and they will tell you how fantastic the tracks are, and you will find a track to suit all abilities. If you don’t have a bike there are plenty of places you can hire. Mcleans Island: A 10.5 km easy riding track suitable for the whole family, its situated directly opposite Orana Park, so take a picnic and make a day of it. Bottle Lake Forest: Fun and varied, take it slow with the kids or go hard out, you choose. Port Hills: There are a number of tracks to choose from on the port hills, these would be the most popular as they are so central to Christchurch and it has some amazing tracks winding through the trees. But to name a few: Kennedys Bush, Godley Head, Worsley Spur, Traverse and Victoria Park.

SIGN OF THE KIWI Originally called Toll House, the Sign of the Kiwi is situated on Dyers Pass Rd between Christchurch and Govenors Bay. It was built in 1916-17 by Harry Ell as a staging post and opened as a tearoom and rest house. It is a category 1 heritage classification and is a popular destination for both tourists and locals, especially those who have just walked the popular Harry Ell track,road or mountain cyclists or even just those who want to take in the fantastic vistas. Closed after the 2011 earthquake, it has reopened once again as a café, and is a perfect stop off for whatever you might be doing.

NEW REGENT STREET Opened in 1932, New Regent St is Christchurch’s only complete heritage streetscape. With beautiful Spanish Mission Architecture and distinctive pastel colour scheme it is popular with both the locals and the tourists. Check out the exciting range of boutique shops, fudge, whiskey, jewellery and cafes, it has something for everyone. New Regent St is also on the Tram route, so if your tramming around the inner city make sure you jump off for a look round.

The Crossing The Crossing is Christchurchs newest retail precincts, so far 15 business’s have opened with more to come in 2019. So if you are wanting a little bit of retail therapy while in the city check out The Crossing, H & M, Country Road, Seed are just a few exciting stores to have opened with many eateries as well.

LYTTELTON (Ohinehou)

Lyttelton is a port town on the north shore of Lyttelton Harbour in Banks Peninsula. It was established as a landing point for Christchurch-bound seafarers, and is regarded as the Gateway to Canterbury. Lyttelton Harbour was discovered by passing European voyagers on 16 Febuary 1770 during the Endeavours first voyage to New Zealand. The port stil working and stopping point for cruise ships. However there is more to Lyttelton than the port, you will find some great eating establishments, boutique shopping and galleries and plenty o history. The Lyttelton Farmers Market is every Saturday from about 10am to 1pm, this is well worth a visit.

MARGARET MAHY PLAYGROUND Following the 2011 earthquake, the governments recovery plan was to have a city wide family playground as one of the elements of the East Frame. The playground opened on 22 December 2015 and is the largest in the Southern Hemisphere. The playground is named after New Zealands famous childrens author and it is said the playground is “ the place of childhood dreams”. Some of the highlights are the 4 meter wide slide, double flying fox and a climbing wall. There is also a water play area with water cannons and sprinklers and a splash pad. And for those with kids under 5 there is a separate fenced area. If you have kids then you will want to check this out....or your kids definetly will.

TAYLORS MISTAKE/GODLEY HEAD

This is a great walk with stunning coastal views and WWII remains. The walk begins at the Taylors Mistake carpark, then make your way behind the beach to the start of the Pilgrims Way Coastal Track. On this track you will see where old cave dwellings used to be built into the hillside. Passing Bolder Bay the track climbs up to the headland and the historic Godley Head coastal defence battery. The Godley Battery Compound is currently closed due to earthquake damage but the track continues round and past the historic military buildings including the Battery Observation Posts located at the entrance to Lyttelton Harbour. Alternatively you can start this track from the Godley Head carpark which is located on Evans Pass Road.

PICCOLO RISTORANTE ITALIANO

CHRISTCHURCH STREET ART Post quake Christchurch has street art popping up all over the city, new and old buildings have international artists creating colourful murals. This has become so big that you can get a map of all the art and where to find them, walking around the city has changed from viewing the historic buildings to city gallery. Watch This Space:Christchurch Street Art, is an interactive map featuring a great selection of murals, some from the past as buildings have gone up and covered them now, but also from the present, plus information on the artist, inspiration and where to find the mural. Some of these art works won’t be around for long as the city build continues so make this one a priority.

Nestled in the Christchurch suburb of Somerfield this Italian restaurant is well worth the visit if you are in the region. Great authentic food in a lovely relaxed atmosphere ,and with the red checkered table cloths you could just imagine yourself in a small Italian restaurant in Italy. Trip Advisor has some fantastic reviews from very happy customers, so make sure this is on your list. Open Wednesday-Sunday 5pm-9pm 8 Somerfield St, Somerfield, Christchurch Phone: (03) 337 9424

With old restaurants and cafes re-opening and new restaurants opening, Christchurch can once again offer locals and visitors extensive choice in dining options.

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Highlights Tour Route

North South Holiday Park Set in tree-lined grounds North South Holiday Park offers a variety of accommodation options to suit all needs and budgets. With just a 5 minute drive from the airport and all the major campervan rental depots it is your perfect choice. The park has a great range of facilities, including an outdoor swimming pool for the summer season, a childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s playground, pedal bikes for hire, an extensive DVD collection for those colder days plus much more. The team have expert knowledge on local must do attractions and activities so you will feel right at home at North South Holiday Park.

Christchurch Top 10

530 Sawyers Arms Road, Christchurch Phone: +64 3 359 5993 Email: info@northsouth.co.nz www.northsouth.co.nz The Closest Holiday Park to Christchurch Airport!

Christchurch Top 10 Holiday Park is located in the north of Christchurch with convenient access to buses and the northern route out of the City, only 5 kms from the Square and 8kms to the airport. A full range of accommodation includes cabins, motels, self-contained units for couples, families and groups, tent and van sites. Facilities include Spa pools, indoor pool, games room gym and adventure playground, as well as email/wireless, jumping pillow, trampoline, 3 and 4 wheel bikes for hire. Phone 0800 396-323.

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WHAT’S ON in September MARKETS Friday Street Food Market

Mt Pleasant Farmers Market

Mt Pleasant Community Centre, 3 McCormacks Bay Road, Christchurch Saturdays 9:30am – 12:30pm Mt Pleasant Farmers market is very much a local market with a great vibe and delicious food for sale including fresh fruit & vegetables, eggs, fresh fish, pastries, cakes and breads, flowers, deli goods, plants & herbs, small goods, great coffee & music. The market operates from 9:30am to 12:30pm every Saturday.

The Christchurch Car Show 2019

Cathedral Square, Cathedral Square, Christchurch Every Friday fromt 11:00am – 8:00pm The Friday Street Food Market brings together the best food trucks, food stands from around the world and live entertainment, buskers and more!

Every Sunday RICCARTON PARK MARKET Riccarton Racecourse, 146 Racecourse Road Chch. The biggest market of its kind in New Zealand, held every Sunday from 9am to 2pm rain or shine. Everything from Fruit and Vegetables, second hand goods, plants and a huge variety of food and drinks with live music, a great place to visit. www.riccartonmarket.co.nz

Every Weekend NELSON MARKET & MONTY’S SUNDAY MARKET Saturdays & Sundays 8am - 1pm, Montogomery Square Nelson. Recycled treasures, Brunch cafe style, a variety of stalls.

Ferrymead Night Market

Seaside Market New Brighton Pedestrian Mall, Brighton Mall, New Brighton, Christchurch City Saturdays 10am - 2pm Every Saturday, New Brighton’s pedestrian mall is filled with colour and creativity! Come down to the seaside and enjoy, live entertainment, great food, fresh produce, arts, crafts, jewellery and more. There’s also a bouncy castle and free face-painting for the littlies. Lyttelton Farmers Market

Ferrymead Heritage Park, 50 Ferrymead Park Drive, Ferrymead, Christchurch. Saturday 7th September 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Gold Coin Donations. Please bring extra cash as there are no ATM’s around. Come along, get your family and enjoy an evening of amazing food, beautiful crafts and gorgeous music. Have a ride on the train or the tram and also enjoy old times cinema in our theatre for $2 each.

Emma G - Together We Rise

London Street Lyttelton London Street Lyttelton, Lyttelton

Every Saturday from 10am to 1pm, on London Street

Stallholders with fresh fruit and vegetables, free range eggs, bread, meat, fish, cheese, juices, herbs and plants sell at the market every week. Local bands play every Saturday at the market and we run special events several times a year alongside our festivals, birthday and christmas.

Kaiapoi Farmers Market Morgan Williams Reserve, Charles St, Kaiapoi, Waimakariri Every Saturday 2018 9:00am – 12:30pm A regular farmers market which includes fresh local vegetables and fruit, free range eggs, vegetable plants, grasses, bedding plants, and crafts. The market runs rain or shine on Saturday mornings. At casual friendly market with knowledgeable stall holders. The Kaiapoi Farmers Market is a community-based not-for-profit market held throughout the year in scenic Kaiapoi, North Canterbury.

Shabby Chic Market Day Rochester Villa, 21 Connal St, Woolston, Christchurch Sunday 7th July 2019 11:00am – 3:00pm Heaving Trestles with Vintage items, linens, clothes, costumes, jewels, collectables, retro, Kitsch and kitchen, antiques, craft works, furniture, restored, revamped and recycled items. books, toys, art, homewares, Bric a Brac and assorted fancies - All in The Shabby Chic theme... 5 Rooms to Explore inside The Historic Rochester Villa... Devonshire Teas in the Chilled Out Courtyard accompanied by Sweet Sounds, Conversations, Bubbles to Blow, Ice Lollies, a Pixie Hut and other Treats. Artisan Breads and Pastries, Old School Baking, Exotic Baking, Plants and Produce and much more. Inside and Outside The Rochester Villa. Look for the Signs off Ferry Road and Rutherford Street Corner...

Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street, Christchurch Friday 6 September 2019 8:00pm – 11:55pm General Admission: $10.00 0800 BUY TIX (289 849) The magic of fear is: learning to rise again - breaking the walls we’ve built in our minds - the magic of love is: together we rise darkroom will be hosting Kiwi -born, US-based and internationally touring singer/songwriter Emma G on September 6th. Emma G will be accompanied by percussionist Joey J Drums and DJ Reality Check during her New Zealand Together We Rise tour!With support from Cameron Walsh and Yung Mitchyy. Doors open at 9 pm. Merch and music are also available for sale at www. emmagmusic.com/shop or on the night!

Synthony 2019 Christchurch Town Hall, 86 Kilmore St, Christchurch Friday 6 September 2019 8:00pm – 12:30am Christchurch dance music fans are in for a treat with the first ever performance of Synthony, at the newly opened Town Hall on the 6th September. Combining the best of electronic dance music with the full might of the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra, plus guest appearances by some of New Zealand’s musical legends, the show will transform the Town Hall into a dance party like no other.

Odyssey 46th Anniversary Wunderbar, 19 London St, Lyttelton, Christchurch District Saturday 7 September 2019 8:30pm – 12:00am General Admission: $10.25 ($10.00 + $0.25 fees) 0800 BUY TIX (289 849) The original 4 founding members of Christchurch Band Odyssey celebrate as they become one of the longest surviving rock bands in NZ history - 46 years to the day from their first ever gig. A huge achievement even by world standards! Their last show here was a sell-out. Join Bill, Jeff, Terry & Ronnie on this special occasion. Also featuring special guests Layna Hunt & Pepper Hall.

Drag It To The Jungle Halo Bar & Lounge, 66B Wharenui Road, Christchurch Saturday 7 September 2019 8:00pm – 11:30pm General Admission: $23.00 Drag It to the Jungle is a fierce Drag Variety show where Drag performers will battle it out to see who will become the Ruler of the Jungle

Nga Puna Wai Sports Hub, Augustine Dr, Christchurch Sunday 8 September 2019 10:00am – 1:00pm Under 12 years old: $0.00 12 years old and Over: $5.00 The Christchurch Car Show 2019 is a car show bringing together a diverse selection of Canterbury’s best cars and showcasing them to you! This year’s car will feature over 150 vehicles covering a wide variety of cars such as classic, muscle, sports cars, Japanese, and supercars. The Christchurch Car Show will also have a variety of delicious food and coffee for sale at the event for your enjoyment. This year’s car show is proudly supporting the Cancer Society. The Cancer Society is a charity that is fully funded by the community and provides free supportive care for cancer patients, their carers, family/whanau and friends, as well as fund key cancer research. In 2018 The Christchurch Car Show raised over $8,000 for the Cancer Society, profits from The Christchurch Car Show 2019 will also be donated to the charity! With your support, we can all make a more significant contribution to the Cancer Society and further improve our community!

Guitar Hero Tournament Arcadia Retro Arcade and Pinball Emporia, 206 Barbadoes St, Christchurch Saturday 7 September 2019 7:00pm – 11:00pm Admission: Free Do you have what it takes to take out the Arcadia Championships and be titled the Guitar Hero Expert? Get your fingers practiced, stretched and warmed up and ready. We have a practice rig at the arcade for you to sharpen up your skills leading up to the tournament, so get in, register and practice!! A practice rig will also be up and running at The Common Room so those of you on the west side can get your skills hot and ready then make a move to Arcadia for the competition. We are calling out the best most enthusiastic players to join us for a night of madness.

Spring Racing Season Riccarton Racecourse, Racecourse Road, Sockburn, Christchurch Saturday 7 September 2019 11:00am – 6:00pm Four days of exciting spring racing, a prelude and build up to the New Zealand Cup Meeting in November. Live Music, quality racing, hospitality options from just $95 per person & more as Christchurch comes alive. General entrance is free each day. Saturday 21 September - Group 1 Raceday Party - tickets on sale now.

Lizzie Cook Music Good Habit, 319 St Asaph Street, Christchurch Saturday 7 September 2019 1:00pm – 3:00pm Admission: Free Original world and jazz influenced music for vocals and accordion. An accomplished solo artist delving into eclectic sounds from celtic, zydeco, latin, eastern european, gypsy, french cafe, balkan, fado, tango, reggae... great to daydream to, read a book, chat, munch, sip...even think... within the old world charm of the cafe, colonial, tongue and groove, wooden interior and the charming, exterior, potager garden.

The Pink Hammer

Court Theatre, Bernard St, Addington, Christchurch Saturday 7 September 2019 7:30pm - 5th October The inaugural Pink Hammer Workshop is an absolute disaster. Annabel, Helen, Louise and Siobhan turn up, looking forward to learning carpentry skills from a pioneering, female furniture maker… but instead they find Woody, an out-of-work, disgruntled builder who’s less than impressed to find four sheilas amongst his claw hammers. Buy Tickets – 03 963 0870 or 0800 333 100

Canterbury Tourist Times, September 2019 — Page 7 Bootleg Rascal - Yin & Yang NZ Tour Blue Smoke, 3 Garlands Road, Woolston, Christchurch Friday 13 September 2019 8:00pm – 11:00pm To celebrate the release of ‘Yin & Yang’ out July 5, Bootleg Rascal will once again hit the road in Australia and New Zealand. The eight date tour will be held across August and September with performances in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Queenstown, Dunedin, Christchurch, Auckland and Tauranga. Since their mid-2013 inception, Bootleg Rascal have released a slew of singles, an EP and two albums, all warmly received by critics and fans around the world. Multiple tracks have been added to Spotify and Apple Music playlists, high rotation on triple j and they’ve performed on the stations esteemed ‘Like a Version’ segment.

Adam Hattaway and the Haunters Album Release Tour

Space Academy, 371 St Asaph Street, Christchurch Friday 13 September 2019 8:00pm You may not yet know about Adam Hattaway and the Haunters, but the band from Christchurch are here to change that, announcing their sophomore album Crying Lessons and an eight-date release tour, and sharing glorious rock ‘n’ roll ballad ‘Take Care of You’ along with a tongue-in-cheek video. ‘Take Care of You’ is a song band leader Adam Hattaway (The Eastern, Wurld Series) claims he wrote in his sleep. “It’s meant to be loving, and obviously caring, but a bit strung out. We chose it for the first single cos I thought that it is catchy and hopefully relatable.”

NZ/DC & Evenflow the Grunge Project Club Tavern, 441 Colombo St, Christchurch Saturday 14 September 2019 8:00pm – 12:00am General Admission: $35.80 ($32.00 + $3.80 fees) 0800 BUY TIX (289 849) A Trick of the Light in association with Snuffdaudio presents ‘Evenflow’ the Grunge project and ‘NZ/DC’ New Zealand’s number one AC/DC tribute act, for one night only at the Club Tavern. “NZ/DC” are New Zealand’s newest and most exciting tribute band. They offer a powerful and authentic AC/DC experience, A Trick of the light is proud to bring you this one time show in conjunction with “The Grunge Project” the sound of the 90’s, this will be a high energy stage and light show. An experience not to be missed!

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The Wizard of Oz

Charles Luney Auditorium, St Margaret’s College, 12 Winchester Street, Christchurch Monday 9 September 2019 – Wednesday 11 September 2019 7:00pm – 9:00pm Adults: $28.12 ($25.00 + $3.12 fees) 0800 BUY TIX (289 8490 The St Margaret’s College Middle School is delighted to present “The Wizard of Oz.” Join us for the adventures of Dorothy, Toto, the Tin man, Scarecrow, and the Cowardly Lion! A family friendly production that will delight all that see the show.....

Moon Festival Celebration

The Hub Hornby, 418 Main South Rd, Christchurch Thursday 12 September 2019 5:00pm – 9:00pm Admission: Free In 2019, the Mid-Autumn Festival or Chinese Moon Festival, falls on September 13. It is one of the three major annual occasions in China (the others are Chinese New Year and Dragon Boat Festival and it takes place on the 15th day of the 8th Chinese lunar month. As a time for families to be together, Mid-Autumn Festival’s typical food is moon cake which is round and symbolizes reunion. Families and friends gather together to celebrate by eating moon cakes and appreciating the spectacular beauty of the fullest and brightest moon.

The Good Home Pegasus, 62 Pegasus Main St, Pegasus, Waimakariri Thursday 12 September 2019 7:30pm – 9:30pm General Admission: $33.75 ($30.00 + $3.75 fees) 0800 BUY TIX (289 849) Mayor Tim Shadbolt of Invercargill is now “Sir Timothy Shadbolt, ”with all of the extra responsibilities! “Not bad for a Westie with a few protesting convictions under his belt,” says the new Knight. “And pretty hard on me!” says Gary McCormick, who sees himself as the real worker in the comedy team. Following a sellout tour of twentythree golf courses ( the “heartland of New Zealand,”as McCormick puts it) in an attempt to understand why Jacinda Adern and Labour won the last election and not their own Pull Yourself Together Party, Gary McCormick and Mayor Tim Shadbolt have had to concede that the better woman won on the day.

Tiny Ruins - Olympic Girls Spring Tour of Aotearoa Blue Smoke, 3 Garlands Road, Woolston, Christchurch Thursday 12 September 2019 7:30pm – 11:00pm Tiny Ruins return to home ground this spring, in the wake of their sonic dream of a record, Olympic Girls. Having toured overseas for the better part of 2019, and returning from a run of summer festivals throughout Europe, September sees them embark on twelve special dates around Aotearoa.

The Blue Pub, 1 Barkers Road, Methven, Ashburton District Saturday 14 September 2019 7:30pm – 9:30pm General Admission: $11.28 ($11.00 + $0.28 fees) 0800 BUY TIX (289 849) Pop Up Comedy presents Taking the Piste Comedy Night! The last one for winter! Because it’s the last one for winter we’re moving to a bigger venue and to a Saturday night. There are so many cool talented peeps taking the stage for this finale of comedy - MC is Wellington comedian and Billy T Nominee Patch Lambert, you’ve got local comedian Bec Sandys (The Project) and all your favourite locals that have been honing their jokes the past two comedy nights. It’s going to be a bloody funny night! And if you’ve been wanting to venture off piste and take the plunge with your comedic talent. This is the space to do it - email popupcomedynz@gmail to register. Come and have a laugh with or at your mates. Tickets available from The Blue Pub - door sales $15 if not sold out prior

Canterbury Mountain Bike Series Bottle Lake Forest Park, Waitikiri drive, Burwood, Christchurch Sunday 15 September 2019 9:30am – 12:30pm Adult Series: $140.00 Adult Individual Race: $49.00 Bottle Lake will become a have of activity over this 3 race series which caters for everyone from Elite riders to beginners. Young and Old. Complete all 3 Races to qualify for the series. Competitors will receive points for the first 10 places in each category that will go towards the Series winners in each category. This is both the Short and Long Courses. Under 13 category will only race the Short Course - see Categories

The Kugels

The Laboratory, 17 West Belt, Lincoln, Selwyn Monday 16 September 2019 7:00pm General Admission: $20.00 29 Aug - 29 Sep 2019 AOTNZ tour. Klezmer music with The Kugels - wild, spirited and haunting. Three top musicians and a celebrated composer have joined together in their love of klezmer, the feisty 19th century folk music of the Jewish people. Robin Perks, Debbie Rawson and Jacqueline Nordon, former members of the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, and composer/New Zealand Arts Laureate Ross Harris were a great hit when they toured with AOTNZ in 2016. Now they’re back again with music that makes you want to dance. The programme features the original Klezmer compositions of accordionist/NZ Arts Laureate Ross Harris, interspersed with music from the traditional repertory – originally played at weddings and other celebrations in Eastern and Central Europe.

Exceptional views of Christchurch and Lyttelton Harbour plus great coffee and food! - Only 10minutes from the city!

This historical building is located at the top of Dyers Pass Road, built in 1916-17 by Harry Ell as a staging post and opened as a tearoom and rest house. This lovely building is classed by Heritage New Zealand as a Catergory 1 Historic Place. After earthquake repairs the Sign of the Kiwi re-opened on 23rd January 2017, this wonderful café boasts charm and history and is a great place to hang out and take in the panoramic views overlooking the city and Southern Alps on one side and on the other the harbour. The Sign of the Kiwi Café is a hot spot for a number of people who not only want to enjoy great food with a view, but also for mountain bikers, road cyclists and people out enjoying the numerous tracks in the area. The Port Hills offer a number of great walking tracks, the Crater Rim runs the length of the Port Hills from Godley head to Gebbies Pass, following the hills around the northern side of Lyttleton Harbour which is a flooded volcanic crater. The views take in the harbour, peninsula, plains and Southern Alps, and are outstanding. Sections of this track can be picked up at different points depending on physical fitness.

An absolute must do if you are visiting Christchurch, this location covers all the essentials… food, views, history and exercise!

Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4pm Saturday & Sunday 8:30am - 5pm Phone 03 329 9966 Located at the top of Dyers Pass Road and Summit Road where they intersect, 1700 Summit Road, CHRISTCHURCH.

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Four New Devils for Orana wildlife park

The Kaikoura Hop Kaikoura Racecourse, South Bay Parade, Kaikoura, Canterbury Wednesday 18 September 2019 – Sunday 22 September 2019 Buy Tickets – 022 186 3117 Come and join the fun at the Kaikoura Hop. Cars, Cruising, Car Show, Fun, Food & Entertainment. The Grease themed Fonz & Doug’s Wedding chapter.

Weka Pass Railway

Zed: 20 Years of Silencer Blue Smoke, 3 Garlands Road, Woolston, Christchurch Saturday 21 September 2019 8:00pm – 11:00pm General Admission: $50.00 NZ music legends Zed announce 20-year celebration shows. Zed have announced they will be celebrating 20-years since their debut studio album ‘Silencer’ by giving fans the opportunity to see them live this September. Zed is reuniting to celebrate two decades of number one hits, arena tours, and loyal fans. Zed will be playing two intimate shows, one in Auckland at Galatos and one at Blue Smoke in Christchurch. Their road from fledgling high school rock band, to multi-platinum success story, began inauspiciously in the basement of a quiet suburban home, during the winter of 1996. Nathan King (guitar/vocals), Ben Campbell (bass) and Adrian Palmer (drums) started crafting the songs that would form the foundation of their debut album in the lower levels of Campbell’s family home, during their final years at high school.

Joe Bonamassa

Four young Tasmanian devils arrived in Christchurch last week. The yet to be named one-year-old males were transferred to Orana from the Devils@ Cradle sanctuary, located at Cradle Mountain Tasmania, as part of the Save the Tasmanian Devil (STDP) Ambassador Programme for these endangered carnivorous marsupials. Orana first joined STDP in 2014.

Manager of Exotic Species, Rachael Mason, says: “We are extremely excited to welcome the new boys. They have enjoyed exploring their new home. Two of the animals are half-brothers and they are the biggest of the animals, the other two are noticeably smaller and rather cute.”

“It is an absolute privilege for Orana to be involved in the Ambassador Programme. The arrival of four new devils, housed next to our two elderly animals, means Orana is well placed to educate visitors on the plight of these magnificent marsupials for years to come” adds Rachael.

Devils@Cradle’s Managing Director, Wade Anthony, accompanied the animals, bred at his facility, to Christchurch: “These young sub-adult devils were born at our sanctuary in 2018, they are just on 1 year old and are in great condition. They have travelled well and I know they will settle in to a happy and healthy life here at Orana because Christchurch (the South Island) has a very similar climate and vegetation to Tasmania and Orana has a wonderful facility constructed specifically for devils. We decided against naming these boys as we would like to provide the kiwi team with the pleasure of naming their new animals.”

Tasmanian devils are the world’s largest surviving carnivorous marsupials. These nocturnal animals live for approximately 5-7 years in captivity. Sadly, devils are classified as endangered mainly due a rare contagious cancer called Devil Facial Tumour Disease (DFTD). The fatal disease has led to a population decline of over 60%, though this statistic is up to 90% in some regions of Tasmania. The main aim of the STDP is to investigate the disease, determine management options to ensure the survival of devils and secure a captive insurance population of healthy, genetically robust animals for release to the wild. Orana fulfils an important role as part of the Ambassador Programme by raising public awareness of the issues facing devils. Tasmanian Devil Ambassador Program Coordinator, David Schaap, says: “The Tasmanian Devil Ambassador Program focusses on sending our iconic and endangered devils to world-class zoos with a commitment to education and conservation. We proudly continue our friendship with Orana Wildlife Park and the people of New Zealand’.

“Orana also supports the Programme by generating funds for devils in the wild. We have contributed towards radio collars to monitor wild devils and for the installation of innovative devices that help prevent devils becoming roadkill” concludes Rachael.

Visitors will have the chance to meet the delightful new devils this week.

Christchurch Town Hall, 86 Kilmore St, Christchurch Wednesday 25 September 2019 8:00pm Joe Bonamassa returns to New Zealand for two shows! Blues-rock superstar, Joe Bonamassa, will be returning to New Zealand in September for two shows in Christchurch and Auckland for his first time since 2016.Joe Bonamassa is one of the most celebrated performing musicians of today. As a two-time GRAMMY-nominated artist who recently achieved his 21st #1 album on the Billboard Blues Chart, Redemption, Joe is only in his early 40s and has already become a living legend with an astounding multi-genre catalogue of music. Collectively, Bonamassa has over 30 albums to date with studio and live recordings, collaborative albums with blues sensation Beth Hart, and the adventurous side projects Black Country Communion and Rock Candy Funk Party.

The Warratahs Timaru Town and Country Club, 99 Douglas St, Highfield, Timaru, South Canterbury Thursday 26 September 2019 7:30pm – 10:00pm General Admission: $41.00 ($38.00 + $3.00 fees) 32 years on the road Come along and hear classic warratahs hits and a few new songs off Runaway Days. Warratahs have opened for Johnny Cash, the Way Men and sold over 80,000 CDs in their time together Songs about traveling up and down New Zealand roads, or passing thru a town. Even walking home late one night down Cuba Street Come and hear the Warratahs musical stories Tickets available on line or at Timaru Town and Country Club

Jimmy Barnes – Shutting Down Your Town Tour Christchurch Town Hall, 86 Kilmore St, Christchurch Thursday 26 September 2019 7:00pm Jimmy Barnes will embark on his biggest headlining tour of this century ‘Shutting Down Your Town’ playing all his classic hits plus highlights from his acclaimed new album ‘My Criminal Record’ out now. “Barnesy” is the heart and soul of Australian rock & roll. Over recent years his bestselling memoirs ‘Working Class Boy’ and ‘Working Class Man’, and their accompanying sold-out theatre tours have struck a deep chord across his homeland. Now it’s time to finally return to what he loves most—electrifying audiences with one of the greatest catalogues in the history of Oz rock with the ‘Shutting Down Your Town Tour’ featuring ‘Cold Chisel’ anthems, solo classics like ‘Working Class Man’ and ‘No Second Prize’ plus his current radio hit ‘Shutting Down Our Town’.

Miss Saigon Isaac Theatre Royal, 145 Gloucester St, Christchurch Friday 27 September 2019 7:30pm – 10:20pm Buy Tickets – 0800 TICKETEK (842 538) The Saunders & Co Season Showbiz Christchurch production of Miss Saigon. A tragedy of passion and beauty, Miss Saigon is one of the most daring theatrical spectacles of all time. Nominated for an incredible number of Olivier, Tony and Drama Desk Awards, Miss Saigon is the second massively successful musical from the creators of Les Misérables. In the turmoil of the Vietnam War, American GI Chris and Vietnamese girl Kim fall in love and marry but are distressingly separated when Saigon falls. Alone, Kim gives birth to Chris’ son and waits faithfully for his return. Unable to contact Kim, Chris remarries and attempts to move on with his life.

Troy Kingi - Holy Colony Burning Acres Album Release Tour Blue Smoke, 3 Garlands Road, Woolston, Christchurch Friday 27 September 2019 8:00pm and Saturday 28 September 2019 8:00pm Troy Kingi will be taking his critically acclaimed, politically charged deep roots album ‘Holy Colony Buring Acres’ to three major cities this September!

Waipara Glenmark Station, 113 Glenmark Drive, Waipara, Hurunui Sunday 15th Septyembert 2019 11:30am – 2:00pm Only 50 min from central Christchurch, the Weka Pass Railway is a historic rural railway using both vintage steam and diesel-electric locomotives out of Waipara, North Canterbury. Take a train ride on one of the public operating days, on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month, most Sundays in January and most public holidays. Perfect for a break on a trip to Hanmer Springs, Kaikora or while visiting the Waipara wine region. Trains will usually be hauled by 1909 built “A” Class “Pacific” steam locomotive number 428. During exceptional fire risk in summer months, “A428” may be replaced with a vintage diesel locomotive. For the latest details on operating days please visit the Weka Pass Railway website.

Blue River Baby - National Spring Album Tour - Lyttelton Wunderbar, 19 London St, Lyttelton, Christchurch District Saturday 28 September 2019 8:00pm – 11:00pm 0800 BUY TIX (289 849) Hot on the heals of hitting #1 on the NZ Independent Music Top 20 Album chart and scoring a solid #8 in the NZ Official Top 20 Album Wellington’s Funk dub rockers Blue River Baby are heading South to Wunderbar Lyttelton. With support bands to announce this will be one amazing night

James Reid Songbook Tour - From the Feelers to Solo The Blue Pub, 1 Barkers Road, Methven, Ashburton District Saturday 28 September 2019 8:00pm 0800 BUY TIX (289 849) James Reid the man behind some of New Zealand’s most beloved songs - announces a nationwide solo tour of 14 intimate venues across Aotearoa. From Whangarei in the north, to Invercargill in the south, James Reid will perform Feelers classics and new solo material. Between 18 September and 6 October, fans can look forward to hearing stripped back, acoustic versions of classic kiwi gems like ‘Venus’, ‘Stand Up’, ‘Larger Than Life’, ‘Pressure Man’, ‘As Good As It Gets’ - just some of the amazing twelve Top 20 charting singles. The set will include favourites from all six Feelers albums and his acclaimed solo album Saint.

The Extravaganza Fair

Gloucester Green Cnr Gloucester & Madras St, Christchurch Saturday 28 September 2019 9:00am and Sunday 29 September 2019 9:00am Admission: Free Roll up. Roll up. Roll up!!! Welcome to Season 5 of New Zealand’s largest and newest travelling event! The Extravaganza Fair! The Extravaganza Fair is a family affair, it is a free entry, fun day out with something for everyone. We’re bringing to NZ a unique style of interesting market stalls, arts and craft, food, musical entertainment, circus shows, performers, unique to NZ tiny homes, including open home and kids shows & games. We’re bringing back the ‘old school’, join in our sack races, tug of wars & musical bean bags & be in to win prizes!

Dark Disco

Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street, Christchurch Saturday 28 September 2019 9:00pm – 3:00am General Admission: $10.00 We are back with another alternative ‘80s Dance Party.Featuring live Post-Punk covers band - Other Voices. Plus DJs Regress & 59 to 1 playing all your favs! Goth - Post Punk - New Wave Indie - Synth. Tickets from undertheradar.co.nz

Dux Monday Medley Dux Central, 6 Poplar Lane, Christchurch Monday 30 September 2019 6:30pm – 10:00pm Admission: Free Join us at Dux Central for our Monday Medley open mic night where we showcase all forms of talent from our locals! A mix of comedy, poetry, burlesque, music, drag, circus, and everything else that makes Otautahi a creative city! Always free entry Show starts at 7pm

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TOP ATTRACTIONS

“Visit Supa Karts Indoor Go Karting Track for your daily adrenaline dose, and high octane fun” Open 12pm - 6pm Monday - Thursday 12pm - 8pm on Fridays Open 10am - 8pm Saturday and 10am - 6pm on Sundays

Corner of Buchan & Byron Street, Sydenham, Christchurch PH (+64) 03 374 9425 Email: racing@supakarts.co.nz

CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE 'WILDLIFE KIND' Close encounters of the ‘wildlife kind’ are a Willowbank trademark. Meet New Zealand’s Big 5 with the Kiwi, the cheeky Kea, the ancient Tuatara, our bush parrot the Kaka and the very rare Takahe. Feed the wild eels and make friends with the livestock breeds unique to New Zealand. Listen to the kiwi as it forages by your feet. Embark on a journey through the history of New Zealand. See the impact of introduced species in ‘Wild NZ’ meet old livestock breeds in ‘Heritage NZ’. Experience native wildlife in ‘Natural NZ’ and share our hope for their future. Relax and enjoy your experience in conservation. Willowbank is a place close to both Christchurch city and the airport where culture and conservation combine. The Ko Tane Maori Culture Group perform within Willowbank and through them you will learn the relationship between Maori, culture, wildlife and conservation to give a real “Kiwi” experience.

Willowbank Wildlife Reserve 60 Hussey Road, Christchurch t. 64 3 3596226info@willowbank.co.nz www.willowbank.co.nz

OPEN DAILY 10.00am - 4.30pm Heathcote 50 Ferrymead Park Dr, h urc tch Chris Phone: (03) 384 1970 info@ferrymead.org.nz www.ferrymead.org.nz

errymead Park features an early 1900s (Edwardian) township, with exhibits such as houses, picture theatre, school classroom, church, jail, railway station, lodge hall, post office, printers, tobacconist, general store, lawyer’s office and more. There is also a large array of heritage museums and displays that are often open for viewing, particularly on Sundays. These museums are owned and operated by individual societies. Their own volunteer workers restore and display their collections, such as tractors, fire engines, aeroplanes, trams, trains, theatrical operations, mini rail, model trains, radios, photography and much more. Steam Sunday, (2nd Sunday of the Month) includes UNLIMITED Steam Train and Tram rides.

Entry Prices

All Other Days

Steam Sunday Train/Tram Days & Event Days*

Adults

$12.50

$17.50

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$10.00

$15.00

Children

$7.50

$10.00

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FREE

Family Day Pass

$32.50

$47.50

(2 Adults & upto 3 Children)

Tram Tickets*Adult=$5 Child=$2.50 Family=$15 *Train Days pricing excludes Extravagana

*Steam Sunday prices includes unlimited train and tram rides

EXCITING ENCOUNTERS at ORANA WILDLIFE PARK Experience the ultimate animal adventure at Christchurch’s Orana Wildlife Park. See New Zealand’s only gorillas! Get up close and personal with a range of animals: hand feed giraffe, meet rhino ‘face-to-face’, observe kiwi – NZ’s national icon and travel through the Lion Habitat (costs and conditions apply). Scheduled feed presentations enable visitors to enjoy the antics of monkeys, meerkats, cheetah, Tasmanian devils, tigers and much more. Two walk-through native bird aviaries provide close encounters with kea and a wide range of New Zealand birds, visitors can pet friendly domestic animals in the farmyard and view a comprehensive collection of native reptiles including the pre-historic tuatara. It’s a full day of fun at Orana Wildlife Park. When you visit, you are directly supporting our conservation work with threatened native and exotic animal species.

For more information on these exciting encounters, visit www.oranawildlifepark.co.nz

NZ’S

793 McLeans Island Road, Christchurch (15 minutes drive from Christchurch Airport) Open daily 10am - 5pm (last admission 4pm). Ph: 03 359 7109

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Akaroa

Little River Little River is an idyllic town approximately 45 minutes from Christchurch on SH75, the road to Akaroa. It is a popular stop off for people wanting to visit the café and art gallery but also has the historic Little River Railway Station which now houses a museum with displays focusing on the local history. It has some great walks, the Manaia Native Habitat you can experience native bush and birds in the heart of the Banks Peninsula. With walks through 18 acres, they range from a 10 minute walk to an hour which includes boardwalks and stunning views of the surrounding valley. The Little River Rail Trail opened in 2006 and is a 44km walkway/cycleway that follows the route of the old 19th century railway line. It starts in the Christchurch suburb of Hornby and continues along the shores of Lake Ellesmere (Te Waihora), Lake Forsyth (Te Roto o Wairewa) and ending at Little River. It offers magnificent views of the Southern Alps, pristine lakes and birdlife, even some significant natural, cultural and historical sites.

The Giants House

The Giants House is a historic Akaroa house with terraced gardens, sculptures and mosaic garden. All original artworks created by the very talented owner/artist, Josie Martin. The house was built in 1880 and was the first bank managers house in Akaroa. Grand in size, proportion and features, this elegant house was designed and decorated in the French style and has been converted into a Bed & Breakfast. Just a few minutes walk from the centre of Akaroa, The Giants House has been awarded Garden of International Significance, Trip Advisor – Award of Excellence and is also recommended by Lonely Planet. Romantic and secluded, this amazing garden will have you in awe at every turn, it is unique and something that people of all ages will enjoy, a must do attraction if you are in Akaroa.

68 Rue Balguerie Akaroa www.thegiantshouse.co.nz

What to do

Akaroa is a charming French settlement on Banks Peninsula, it is situated on the south east side of the magnificent Akaroa Harbour. Founded in 1840 by French settlers, it is Canterbury’s oldest town. The French associations are very evident in its street names and also in the names of some of the Cafes, Restaurants and other business’s, but also the gorgeous historic cottages and beautifully maintained gardens overflowing with roses. Once a fishing and farm service town, it now serves mainly tourists and holidaymakers and being only an 90 minute drive from Christchurch it is very popular with those wanting to escape the city for some rest and relaxation. With an excellent range of boutique shops you won’t have any problems finding that special something and then enjoying some of the fine fare that the restaurants and cafes have on offer. Akaroa has a great range of accommodation options depending on your budget, style, or location, choose from B&Bs, backpackers, ottages, hotels, lodges motels and much more.

What’s on in Akaroa Akaroa Cine Cafe Akaroa’s boutique cinema is a great cinema experience. With sumptuous, luxurious and plush seating with a table for your coffee or glass of wine and the best of art, foreign, classic and new films. For a list of movies showing right now, go to the pdf, visit their web site or phone 03 304 8898. The cafe opens at 10am and films start at approx 12pm. Selwyn Ave, Akaroa Email info@cinecafe.co.nz Phone 03 304 8898

Takahe to Akaroa Road Relay Saturday, September 21, 2019 Celebrating 79 years the annual Takahe to Akaroa Road Relay organised by the Athletics Canterbury Cross Country & Road Club. The first teams are expected to arrive at the Recreation Ground, Akaroa at approximately 2.00pm. The prizegiving will begin at 4.00pm at which time the fastest team into Akaroa will present the baton carrying the message from Christchurch Mayor Lianne Dalziel to a representative of the Akaroa/ Waiwera Community Board and Akaroa District Promotions.

Akaroa FrenchFestt Friday, October 11, 2019 to Sunday, October 13, 2019 Escape to picturesque Akaroa and immerse yourself in French culture, entertainment and romance as you celebrate Akaroa’s unique history (French, German & Maori) at Akaroa FrenchFest. Settle in on Friday evening and relax with sea side dining. Watch the street on the waterfront (Beach road) come alive with entertainment and music. A traditional Maori powhiri will open the Festival.

Pohatu Penguins

Pohatu is home to the largest Australasian Little Penguin (Korora) colony on mainland New Zealand. Francis and Shireen Helps have worked for 30 years protecting these beautiful creatures and their tours offer a rare and wonderful opportunity to learn about them and also to get up close and personal. Because of the sensitive wildlife habitat only guided groups are taken into the breeding colony. Optimal viewing is in the evening, as the sun sets the Little Penguins return to shore after a day of hunting. Pohatu offers a variety of tour options, the Penguin Colony, Sea Kayaking or 4WD Scenic Nature Tours. Overnight accommodation options are also available. www.pohatu.co.nz.

Explore the beautiful bays, there are multiple to choose from. Akaroa waters are home to the world’s smallest dolphin, the Hectors is classed as “nationally endangered” with a population of around 10,000, Banks Peninsula hosts roughly 1000 of these. To view these amazing creatures or many others which call Akaroa Harbour home, you can take one of a number of boat cruises available or explore at your leisure by sea kayak, guided tours are also available . A great way to see the stunning scenery Akaroa and Banks Peninsula has to offer is by some of the great walking tracks, short or long, around the township or the surrounding hills and bays. To check out what walks are available, how far and how long they are check out the website www.bankspeninsulawalks.co.nz, it also has a lot of other useful information which may come in handy. For those wanting to immerse themselves in the local history of the Banks Peninsula, the Akaroa Museum has an extensive collection which varies from archives, archaeology and art to zoology, however the main focus is on social and cultural history. The museum is open 7 days a week and entrance is free.

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HANMER SPRINGS

About Hanmer Springs

This alpine spa village is the ideal holiday destination especially for those wanting to avoid the Canterbury easterly winds. Nestled between rivers and mountains, Hanmer Springs has plenty on offer for those wanting to experience the outdoors, well away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Hanmer Springs offers freshwater fishing, mountain biking, bungy jumping, jet Boating, or a quiet game of golf. Free and at your door-step are over 50 kilometres of walking tracks, ranging from short half hour jaunts to half and full-day tramps. The great outdoors at Hanmer Springs has something for everyone, and for every budget!

Mountain Biking

Hanmer Springs is a great place for a bit of Mountain Biking with all abilities catered for. The trail network in Hanmer Springs comprises over 30 kilometres of purpose built cross country trails catering to all levels of ability, from easy and intermediate to advanced and expert. Each of the trails are fairly short but are are easily linked to provide numerous customised rides to suit your riding style and ability. All easy and intermediate trails are dual direction trails and add further variety to the circuits. Trail maps available from the Hanmer Springs i-site and are essential to get the most out of your ride. You can hire a bike as well from the Hanmer springs Adventure Centre, 20 Conical Hill Road, Hanmer Springs.

Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa

Come rain or shine, the hot pools at the Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa are always warm and crystal clear. A year-round destination, each season brings with it a new experience and plenty of choice for all. The Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa is the ideal destination for the whole family. Just a 90-minute drive from Christchurch, the hot pools have been a key South Island attraction for over 125 years. Those seeking a more relaxing time can take a dip in one of 12 hot pools, where the temperatures range from 33 to 42 degrees Celsius. The combination of geothermal water and fresh alpine air are great for soothing away aches and pains. Private pools, a sauna/steam room and a 25-metre freshwater heated pool, are also available. For ultimate indulgence visit the Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa, the perfect opportunity to unwind and be pampered at the Thermal Pools, Health, Body and Mind centre. A wide range of massage and beauty treatments are offered, including Swiss sports massage, mud treatments and body wraps.

What To Do Hanmer Springs Animal Park

Hanmer Springs Animal Park (formally Wai ariki Farm Park) is situated on 2 acres of park land with panoramic mountain views. Animals are displayed in a clean, tranquil environment where people can touch and hand feed the animals. The hands-on experience with the animals which will charm adults and children alike. Animals to see include Red/Wapiti deer, Nubian & Angora goats, emus, donkeys, various breeds of sheep, Tibetan yak, alpacas & llamas, rabbits, ducks, chooks and more!

For excitement and pure relaxation in an alpine atmosphere

St James Cycle Trail

Length: 64 – 90 km Time: 6 hours to 2 days Grade: sections of grade 3, 4, and 5

ALPINE GOLFING Games can be played all year round with spectacular scenery to enjoy: changing leaves in the autumn, colourful flowers in bloom in the spring, snow-capped mountains in the winter and sunny temperatures perfect for summer.

HELI-SIGHT SEEING TOURS

Hurunui i-SITE Visitor Centre

Embark on the journey of a lifetime with Hanmer Springs Helicopters- one of New Zealand’s leading tourist flight and commercial helicopter services company.

Amuri Avenue, Hanmer Springs For all your accommodation, activity and transport bookings Phone 03 315 0020 • 0800 442 663 • Fax 03 315 0021 OPEN DAILY FROM 10am www.visithurunui.co.nz

hanmerspringsattractions.nz

p +64 3 315 7046

0800 661 538 info@hanmerspringsattractions.nz

Open daily 9am to 5.30pm

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Kaikoura Kaikoura /kaɪˈkɔrə/ (Māori: Te Ahi Kaikōura a Tama ki te Rangi) is a town on the east coast of the South Island of New Zealand. It is located on State Highway 1, 180 km north of Christchurch. The name Kaikoura means ‘meal of crayfish’ (kai - food/meal, kōura - crayfish) and the crayfish industry still plays a role in the economy of the region. However Kaikoura has now become a popular tourist destination, mainly for whale watching (the sperm whale watching is perhaps the best and most developed in the world) and swimming with or near dolphins. There is also a large and readily observed colony of southern fur seals at the eastern edge of the town. At low tide, better viewing of the seals can be had as the ocean gives way to a rocky base which is easily navigable by foot for quite some distance.

Whalewatch Kaikoura

Accommodation

Kaikoura has a wide range of accomodation from campgrounds and backpackers, hostels through to bed and breakfasts, farm-stays, self-contained units, lodges, motels and motels.

Dining

The Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway

This a good walk for those who don’t have as much time. Observe seals and seabirds, explore historic pā and whaling sites and enjoy clifftop views of the sea and mountains. Suitable for families, the whole walkway takes around three hours but theres is a range of shorter tracks as well. It juts from the rugged east coast of the South Island, with a backdrop of steep mountains, snow-capped in winter. Wildlife includes whales, dolphins, seals, birds and crayfish. There are lots of information panels along the walkway explains the rich history, geology, animals and plants that make the area so great.

There are some restaurants and cafes in Kaikoura, check out the main street and you will something that suits, fish and chips in Kaikoura are always a winner.

Seal Colony

Whale Watch is located in the small coastal town of Kaikoura. Towering snow-covered peaks fall to the ocean here, while just offshore a deep undersea canyon attracts an extraordinary abundance of marine life, the most famous being the Giant Sperm Whale.

There is a Seal Colony just a few minutes’ drive from the Kaikoura town centre Park your car and view the seals in their natural habitat, with a backdrop of the Kaikoura mountains and coastline. The New Zealand Fur seal is a common sight around Kaikoura throughout the year a small breeding colony scattered along the peninsula coastline. The seal population is predominantly male. It’s advised for your own safety to refrain from disturbing the seals. 10 metres is the recommended distance near the car park and 20 metres along the rest of the coastline.

KIA ORA!

Whale Watch is New Zealand’s only marine-based whale watching company offering visitors an exciting up-close encounter with the Giant Sperm Whale at all times of the year. Our 95% success rate means we guarantee an 80% refund if your tour does not see a whale.

C O M E V I S I T T H E LO CA L S AT O U R P L AC E

Designed especially for whale watching, our modern catamarans are equipped with engines that minimise underwater noise and toilets that never pollute the sea. The main passenger cabin is enclosed and outside decks offer great viewing and photo opportunities. Spacious air-conditioned interiors are fitted with comfortable seating while large plasma screens display our award-winning marine wildlife animations. Whale Watch is committed to providing a quality whale watching experience while carefully managing the use of a rare natural resource. As a Maori-owned company, Whale Watch cherishes the twin values of hospitality to visitors and reverence for the natural world. It is a philosophy that embraces people, the land, the sea and all living things as one. Freephone 0800 655 121

www.whalewatch.co.nz

Kaikoura Kayaks

- your winter paddling destination Kayaking in winter is just as rewarding as summer as you get to paddle under the Seaward Kaikoura snow-capped mountains and enjoy the tranquility! Keep nice and cosy in your enclosed kayak as we provide GORE-TEX dry pants, paddle jackets, booties and gloves making your experience even more enjoyable and memorable. Explore the Kaikoura coastline in our fast and stable sea kayaks, keep an eye out for the Little Blue Penguin, Dusky Dolphins, the mighty Albatross and of course the NZ Fur Seal’s washing themselves, twirling around in the water and flocking on the rocks. No experience is required our professional guides will teach you everything you need to know. Why we love winter paddling....... Adventure: Winter is New Zealand’s fastest growing season for travelers to take their adventure trip of a lifetime, and the reasons why are simple. No crowds:Kayaking in the winter months often mean longer periods of fine calm weather and fewer people are out on the water – there’s nothing like the illusion of having a whole ocean to yourself. Stunning Scenery: Snow-capped mountains make an even more dramatic backdrop while paddling around the rugged Kaikoura Peninsula, it’s breath taking! Abundance of Marine life: Winter does not deter the marine life of Kaikoura, in fact the NZ Fur Seals are busier than ever, often seen eating Octopus and play fighting around the coastline. Keep an eye out for the Humpback Whales that migrate up the coastline annually between the months of May to August. Kaikoura Kayaks is the only kayaking operator in New Zealand with a Department of Conservation Permit to view Whales. We look forward to showing you Kaikoura’s winter wonderland - join us now for your 1/2 day Seal Kayaking winter adventure! Guided tours operate daily at 8:30am & 12:30pm.

“Quite Simply - the best kayaking tour in the country”

0800 452 456

www.kaikourakayaks.nz

19 Killarney Street, Kaikoura, New Zealand Freephone 0800 452 456 Phone International +64 21 462889

Email:paddle@kaikourakayaks.nz

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Dolphin Encounter

Swimming with and watching Kaikoura’s Dusky Dolphins! Enter the world of the dusky dolphin and experience the grace and beauty of the most acrobatic and interactive of all dolphin species.

Albatross Encounter Kaikoura is regarded as the best place in the world to see seabirds. Get up close to albatross and many other pelagic (ocean going) species of bird found close to shore along the Kaikoura coast.

THESE WORLD-CLASS TOURS ARE IN HIGH DEMAND. BOOK WELL IN ADVANCE !

Sensational food, divine coffee at our Café on the beachfront. Quality jewellery, clothing, art and much more in our Gift Shop and Gallery! Free Wifi and plenty of parking.

96 Esplanade, Kaikoura Freephone 0800 733 365 www.encounterkaikoura.co.nz

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Geraldine

Geraldine is a small picturesque town about 140km South of Christchurch. Originally called Talbot Forest, it was renamed Fitzgerald in 1857 after its first superintendent of Canterbury James Edward Fitzgerald, and then changed to Geraldine which was the Fitzgeralds family name in Ireland. The scenery in this part of the country is outstanding and the laid back relaxed attitude of the locals give this town so much charm you won’t want to leave. The Rangitata, Orari and Waihi rivers all flow through the area and offer some great water sports that should not be missed, white water rafting, kayaking and canyoning are just a few. Or if you prefer to expolore on foot, Peel Forest, Pioneer Park and Talbot Forest have some lovely walks through native bush while listening to the local birdsong. This place has something for everyone, so if museums are your thing, they have them too, just pop into the local i-Site and they can point you in the right direction.

The Country Cafe

Open 7 days a week, you will find the Country Café in the Four Peaks Plaza on Talbot St. Good hearty country style food which has been sourced from the best local produce and wines in Geraldine. For those who are also gluten intolerant, no problem, they cater for that also. The coffee will not disappoint either, it is roasted on site every 3 days for maximum freshness! It has a relaxed environment suitable for the whole family or just with friends. This is a great spot to stop off while visiting or just passing through.

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Peel Forest and Scenic Reserve

Peel Forest has a variety of walks available, which range from easy to advanced and duration from 1 hour return to up to 7 hours return. The flora and fauna are abundant in this reserve, the three largest trees in Peel Forest belong to the family Podocarpaceae, a very ancient family going back more than 100 million years. Peel Forest is accessed from Rangitata Gorge Road and from Blandstone Rd. Always check the weather before you go as the climate of the highcountry areas of Peel Forest is quite different to that of the lowlands. More information can be found on the Department of Conservation website.

Kakahu Lime Kiln

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The hilltop by tramline to the Kiln, where it was put between layers of wood and burned. It was then used for buildings and agriculture. You can drive right to the Kiln as it is situated on the side of the road, plus it is the starting point to a great walk to the Pinnacle Rock.

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Geraldine Vintage Car and Machinery Museum Located in the Canterbury town of Geraldine the Vintage Great food & coffee 76F Talbot Street Geraldine Phone 03 693 8090 @thecountrycafegeraldine

Geraldine Farmers Market St Mary’s Church, 63 Talbot St, Geraldine, South Canterbury Saturday’s 9:00am – 1:00pm Geraldine farmers market hold at St Mary’s Church From October through to April, Saturday Mornings 9am to 1pm. Come have a cuppa and cake, listen to local buskers or get your Veggie and Fruit in season, browse the other stalls... enjoy the atmosphere.

The Alpaca Centre

Talbot Forest Scenic Reserve

Talbot Forest has some great short walks suitable for families. It is a 5 minute walk from the center of Geraldine and it offers four easy, shady walks of around 5-10 minutes each. Picnic facilities and toilets are also available. The Totara Track connects with the Tripp Street picnic area and next to the track stands the largest Totara Tree in the reserve estimated at around 800 years old. Other tracks to consider are Kahikatea Track, Reservoir Track and Matai Track.

The Alpaca Centre offers and extensive range of high quality Alpaca, Possum and Merino wool garments and products, as well as a large range of beautiful gifts and souvenirs. The perfect place to find that special gift for yourself or someone else. It is located in the heart of Geraldine in the Four Peaks Plaza on Talbot St. If you want to check out this store before you get to Geraldine you will find them on Facebook and they also have a website you can browse their finery and even purchase if you desire.

76D Talbot Street, Geraldine (next door to the Barkers Shop) Ph: (03) 693 7363 0800 425722 email:shop@alpacacentre.co

Car & Machinery Museum displays over 2000 exhibits which include vintage cars, tractors and farm machinery, one being a 1929 Spartan Biplane. Some of these exhibits cannot be viewed anywhere else in the world so are very unique to the museum. This museum is the finest of its type in the Southern Hemisphere and well worth the visit. You will find it at 178 Talbot St in Geraldine and it is open 9.30 – 4.00pm daily. Admission charges apply, children are free.

GERALDINE

Vintage Car and Machinery Museum

One of the finest collections of Vintage and Veteran Cars, Tractors and Machinery in the Southern Hemisphere Open 9:30 - 4:00pm daily

Admission charges apply - Children FREE 178 Talbot Street, Geraldine Ph: 03 693 8756 Find us on Facebook

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Alpaca Products Merino & Possum Merino Products Hand Crafted NZ Made Giftware Skincare & Manuka Honey Geraldine Alpaca Centre

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Lake tekapo - Mt Cook - Omarama Lake Tekapo Lake Tekapo is the second-largest of three roughly parallel lakes running north–south along the northern edge of the Mackenzie Basin in the South Island of New Zealand (the others are Lake Pukaki and Lake Ohau). It covers an area of 83 square kilometres (32 sq mi), and is at an altitude of 700 metres (2,300 ft) above sea level. The lake is fed at its northern end by the braided Godley River, which has its source in the Southern Alps to the north. The lake is a popular tourist destination, and several resort hotels are located at the township of Lake Tekapo at the lake’s southern end. The Lake Tekapo Regional Park, administered by Environment Canterbury, is located on the southern shore of the lake.

Aoraki Mount Cook

New Zealand has long since been famous for it mountain peaks and for the men and women who climb them. The most well known of which being New Zealander Sir Edmund Hilary, the first person to successfully conquer the world highest peak Mount Everest. There could be no peak more inspiring for climbers than New Zealand’s highest mountain, Aoraki Mount Cook, at 3754 meters, it is dazzling, yet it is only one of the 27 mountains in this alpine backbone which peak that together create the famous Southern Alps. Aoraki Mount Cook National Park was formally established 1953 from reserves that were established as early as 1887 to protect the area’s significant vegetation and landscape. Today the park is recognised as one of the finest mountaineering areas in the world, for both experienced and novice climbers. The Aoraki Mount Cook National Park is 70,696 hectares with glaciers cover 40% of it’s area. With climbing, hiking, kayaking and skiing options available within the park you will find an activity that will suit your fitness and expectations. Aoraki Mount Cook village lies deep within the Aoraki Mount Cook National Park and is surrounded by the silent splendour of the Southern Alps. You can enjoy; 4WD safaris, boating on the glacier lakes, horse treks, fishing, scenic flights with snow landings and numerous walks and hikes. There is also a range of accommodation options from backpacker to hotel in the village.

Church of the Good Shepherd, - Lake Tekapo

Omarama (Place of Light)

Omarama is a small township at the southern end of the Mackenzie Basin, it is a junction point for SH8 and SH83. Primarily a rural service centre for farmers and other residents, but in recent years it has become more popular for those with a keen interest in gliding as Omarama is a world famous gliding location, flights are available with experienced local pilots who will introduce you to the stunning, rugged, high-country district from above. But wait…that’s not all, Omarama has a range of activities which is drawing people in to explore, the Clay Cliffs are just 10 km west, these natural rock formations are tall pinnacles separated by narrow ravines and are made up of layers of gravel and silt which were originally formed from ancient glaciers over a million years ago, these are definitely a must do. For the keen angler, this stunning location offers a number of great spots which have high trout numbers. Professional guides can get you the optimal fishing experience with their knowledge of the area and experience, although a guide is not essential it can make the whole experience more rewarding. Some of the other attractions available in or near Omarama are the Lake Ohau Forest, this has plenty of tracks around the lake for walking or mountain biking, great for summer or winter, more information can be found on the Department of Conservation website www.doc.govt. nz. You can also learn about the high-country farming, watch sheep shearing shows and sheep dog demonstations. Omarama has something for everyone so make this one of your stops on your journey.

On your South Island adventure Aoraki Mount Cook is a MUST SEE destination. New Zealand’s highest peak was named Mt Cook (after the British explorer Captain James Cook) by Captain Stokes of the survey ship HMS Acheron. It is called Aoraki (or Aorangi, ao meaning land, rangi meaning sky or heavens) by the Maori.

Clay Cliffs - Omarama

Burkes Pass

Burkes Pass is a mountain pass and small town on State Highway 8 at the entrance to the Mackenzie Country in South Canterbury, New Zealand. Located on one of the main tourist routes between Christchurch, Queenstown and Te Anau it’s an ideal halfway stop.

Aoraki - Mount Cook

The Waitaki Vally

Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve Dark Sky Project is located in Takapō (Tekapo) in the South Island of New Zealand. Takapō is one of the quietest spots on the planet yet it has one of the busiest night skies in the universe. We’re proud to operate in the heart of the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve, the largest Dark Sky Reserve in the world and the first to obtain gold status. Thousands come from around the world each year to discover, to reflect and to be inspired by the skies above. Nau mai, haere mai - we look forward to hosting you. Dark Sky Project Open 9.00am – late Phone 0800 327 5759 or +64 3 680 6960 darkskyproject.co.nz