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Halfway between Christchurch and Dunedin, Timaru is a great place to break your journey. The town is relatively young, and had no European residents before 1839, when a whaling station set up by brothers from Sydney started to attract residents to the port town. The subsequent whaling industry has something to say about early relations between Maori and European settlers: the town's name means 'The Place of Shelter' in Maori.

Thirty vessels were wrecked attempting to berth near Timaru from the 1860s-1880s, so an artificial harbour was built. Timaru's harbour today is vital to the economy of this largely argricultural town.

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Homestead Lodge Motel
Timaru Accommodation - Motels
Relax in a cosy bed with all the comforts of home at Homestead Lodge Motel. Offering 10 refurbished self contained units (sleeping 2/3 persons)...
From $62
Pleasant View Bed & Breakfast
Timaru Accommodation - Bed and Breakfast, Farmstay
Pleasant View Bed & Breakfast is a hidden gem offering modern accommodation overlooking the beautiful Caroline Bay.
Architecturally...
From $79
Sefton Homestay
Timaru Accommodation - Bed and Breakfast, Farmstay
Spacious character home built in 1919 with sweeping views from the mountains to the sea. Restored with the feel of yesteryear, with ambience and...
From $91
Nelson Heights
Seaview Accommodation - Bed and Breakfast, Farmstay
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Claire and Lindsay extend you a warm welcome to our 1920's villa which has been lovingly restored and turned into a B&B for your...
From $91
Blueberry Cottage Bed & Breakfast
Timaru Accommodation - Bed and Breakfast, Farmstay
Tastefully renovated 1950's home with relaxing and comfortable features of the coast. Blueberry Cottage Bed & Breakfast offers well...
From $58

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Timaru Fishing School
Timaru Activities - Schools Courses
Ideally situated in the heart of PrimePort Timaru, just meters away from seafood vessel wharves, processing factories and coolstores, Timaru...
Indy Karts
Timaru Central Activities - Adventure
Indy Karts is a great entertainment option for the family and friends. Enjoy a blast around the track with your mates. If you've never driven...
Hunting Blocks Agency, S.I. N.Z.
Marchwiel Activities - Adventure
Hunting Blocks Agency, S.I. N.Z. provide guided recreational and trophy hunting on a variety of game species ie. Thar, Chamois, Red Deer, Fallow...
South Canterbury Basketball Association
Glenwood Activities - Sports Clubs, Venues
Situated at SBS Events Centre in Glenwood, South Canterbury Basketball Association contains a section with referee information, a section with...
Aoraki Fly Fishing
Washdyke Activities - Fishing
Visit some of the best trout fishing spots in New Zealand. Aoraki Fly Fishing shows you the skill and technique needed to get the most out of fly...