Reach your potential at Mt Dobson. The Christchurch – Canterbury region stretches from ocean to Alps, contrasting sweeping plains and mountain peaks. Body Armour headgear historically was marketed worldwide as Canterbury (CCC) … Canterbury Region had a population of 599,694 at the 2018 New Zealand census, an increase of 60,261 people (11.2%) since the 2013 census, and an increase of 77,862 people (14.9%) since the 2006 census. The Christchurch – Canterbury region stretches from ocean to Alps, contrasting sweeping plains and mountain peaks. The Canterbury Kings are Canterbury's cricket team in New Zealand's State Championship. Add thermal hot springs, a Unesco star-lit observatory and the photographer’s dream destination of Lake Tekapo and Mackenzie stands on its own two ski feet. Following 1850, the province's economy developed with the introduction of sheep farming. Harbour cruises and great cafés attract visitors to the historic port town of Lyttelton, just 20 minutes from the centre of Christchurch city. To view cookie details and how to opt-out, please see our Cookie Policy. Like much of the Canterbury-Otago tussock grasslands the Canterbury Plains have been highly modified since human settlement and now support a large agricultural industry. The Port Hills, Wigram, Christchurch Central, and Christchurch East electorates are currently held by the governing Labour Party members Ruth Dyson, Megan Woods, Duncan Webb, and Poto Williams respectively. Drive south towards the expansive wilderness of the Mackenzie region, home to Aoraki Mount Cook, New Zealand’s highest mountain. It's provocative, different and fun! Keep browsing if you're happy with this. The Central Plains Water scheme is a proposal for water storage that has attracted much controversy. The Canterbury mudfish (kowaro) is an endangered species that is monitored by the Department of Conservation.[34]. Superb conditions, spectacular terrain and laid back kiwi hospitality. The company began producing garments in Canterbury, New Zealand. The Canterbury Province was formed in 1853 following the passing of the New Zealand Constitution Act 1852. The almighty Aoraki (Mt Cook) thrusts skyward lording over the sprawling peaks of snow covered alps below. Best known for its natural hot pools and stunning landscapes, Hanmer Springs, a picturesque alpine village, is the perfect spot to unwind on your journey back to Christchurch. [4], Canterbury of New Zealand was established in 1904 by three English immigrants, John Lane, Pringle Walker and Alfred Rudkin. Later, Canterbury designed an on-field kit for the All Blacks rugby team and the rest, as they say, is history. Pinot noir has had some success in the province particularly in Waipara. By the 1860s, this figure had risen to three million. To view cookie details and how to opt-out, please see our Cookie Policy. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. Canterbury was the location used in the filming The Lord of the Rings for the fictional city of Edoras, Rohan, on Mount Sunday, as well as Helm's deep backdrop, several miles down the valley. Check out the top 10 experiences in the region. Before heading inland to the slopes take some time to explore this fascinating city.