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Peel Forest is about halfway between the towns of Timaru and Christchurch, via the back roads. Its a great spot for walking, picnicking and just enjoying the outdoors. Several waymarked trails through the trees, and open spaces too.
Written Mar 15, 2004
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where the Rakaia River flows into the Ocean. for generations,Christchurch people build wee hutts around here...a Crib, in the local lingo
walk through native Bushland..25km from Christchurch City..good fishing Spot
Updated Nov 28, 2003
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and Lake Coleridge..high Country lakes, good for fishing, camping and for weekend hunting. information can be obtained at the Colaridge Village. Lake Ida will freeze over in harsh winters, a winter spectacle for Christchurch people, skating all day long..around 1 1/2h easy drive north-west of Christchurch..and the sunsets are....beautiful
Updated Jun 20, 2003
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Nearish Arthurs Pass township, there is a very easy walk you can do to a waterfall called The Devil's Punchbowl. It is a very pleasant walk in bushland, and the waterfall at the end is a rewarding site.
Updated Mar 6, 2003
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through McKenzies Country into Wanaka and Queenstown..one of the real off the beaten path trip to Oamarama,
the Mecca for man in their Gliders
Updated Apr 25, 2004
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In Maruia, we saw this little shack, which was a fully operational post-office (albeit open only certain times of the day!)
Written Mar 5, 2003
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Copthorne Hotel Commodore Christchurch Airport Christchurch
6 Reviews and 321 Opinions Prior to the earthquakes, I have always stayed in town at some renowned hotel chains. When I was...
Browns Boutique Hotel Queenstown
1 Review and 187 Opinions Within stroling distance from the main town. Welcoming and homely. A warm cozey room admist the cold...
858 George Street Dunedin
2 Reviews and 61 Opinions We spent 3 nights staying here. The two rooms we had (1 twin and 1 double) were spacious,...
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In Maruia, we saw this little shack, which was a fully operational post-office (albeit open only certain times of the day!)
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