New Zealand State Highway 73
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State Highway 73 is a major east-west South Island
State Highway
in New Zealand
connecting Christchurch
on the east coast with Greymouth
/Hokitika
on the west coast via the Southern Alps
. It is mostly two lane, with some single-lane bridges north of Springfield
but is mostly dual carriageway
in Christchurch with some sections of the road currently being upgraded to motorway status.
traversed from the east to the west coast from the Waimakariri River, thereby discovering Arthur's Pass. A route connecting Christchurch to Hokitika was fully completed in 1866, with the first Cobb & Co
coach began operating that same year due to the burgeoning gold rush.
As the railway was progressively built from both sides, the road was the only route that connected both coastlines of the South Island until 1923, when the Otira Tunnel
was open, this signalled the end of the Cobb & Co
coach in New Zealand.
Due to the geography and topography between Springfield
and Kumara
, the road has bee subjected to several closures and road realignments, with both Porters and Arthur's Pass subjected to frequent closures during the winter months. The road between Arthur's Pass and Otira
in particular was amongst the most dangerous in the country, due to the road located on scree
slopes which frequently gave way. As a result, numerous studies were conducted into alternative options for fixing the road around Candy's Bend, Starvation Point and the Zig Zag. Construction of the Otira Viaduct and the protective roofs from slips began in 1997 and opened in 1999.
State Highway 73 begins 11 km south of Greymouth
at Kumara Junction. The highway passes through undulating farmland, scrubland and forest as it passes through the settlements of Kumara
and Dillmanstown. The road veers sharply to the left as it approaches the mountains to the front of the road. The road then hugs the Taramakau River
as it proceeds down the valley. At Jacksons, the Midland Line
crosses the river and begins to run parallel to the road. Just before Aickens at the confuence of the Taramakau and Otira River
s, the road and rail line veers to the right and runs to the south before reaching Otira
.
Beyond Otira, the road breaks with the railway line and crosses the river before climbing up towards the Otira Viaduct and Arthur's Pass. At 920 metres, Arthur's Pass is the second highest pass on the road and is one of the three alpine passes connecting the east and west coasts. After peaking, the road descends into Arthur's Pass
village with the railway line emerging from the Otira Tunnel
nearby.
After the village, the road and rail line runs along the Bealey River
valley and crosses the Waimakariri River
before veering left and running parallel to both the river and the rail line on the opposite side. Before Cass
, the road runs along a bluff and turns right to proceed past some more farmland as well as Lakes Grasmere and Pearson.
The road then climbs up towards Castle Hill Village and runs through a valley before passing beside Lake Lyndon
where it curves left before climbing up towards Porters Pass which, at 939 metres, is the highest point on the road. After cresting, the road descends into the Kowai River
valley and runs roughly parallel with the river until it reaches Springfield
.
After Springfield, the road emerges onto the Canterbury Plains
and runs straight through the settlements of Annat, Sheffield and Waddington
before arriving at Darfield
. The road then passes through the settlements of Kirwee
, Aylesbury
and West Melton
as well as dairy and lifestyle farms characteristic of the plains. The road passes by Paparua Prison and arrives in Christchurch via Yaldhurst.
. The road widens to four lanes at Avonhead
, but by Curletts Road/Peer Street, the highway turns right (while Yaldhurst Road becomes Riccarton Road and heads towards the city centre).
As Curletts Road, the road temporarily reverts back to two lanes divided by a flush median. After Blenheim Road, however the road widens again, crosses over the Main South Line
and proceeds towards the future Christchurch Southern Motorway
.
As the motorway, the speed limit increases to 100 km/h but the road narrows back to two lanes for about 1.5 km. The road then splits up to form Jerrold Street North and Jerrold Street South where both roads intersects with Barrington Street. The roads then merge to form Brougham Street, a major southern arterial road of the city, where it intersects with all the north-south roads of the CBD except for Manchester Street.
After intersecting with Ensors Road, Brougham Street narrows back to two lanes but turns into a small expressway, which it retains as it merges with Opawa Road just before the Garlands Road intersection. At Port Hills Road/Curries Road intersection the road changes name to Port Hills Road which it retains before the highway designation ends at a parclo interchange
with Tunnel Road
, though Ports Hills Road still continues beyond this point.
and Sockburn, New Zealand via Main South Road and Blenheim Road. Before 2004 it formed part of the old route of SH 73 and further before that SH 1. It is one of the few state highways in New Zealand to be wholly dual carriageway.
South Island
The South Island is the larger of the two major islands of New Zealand, the other being the more populous North Island. It is bordered to the north by Cook Strait, to the west by the Tasman Sea, to the south and east by the Pacific Ocean...
State Highway
New Zealand State Highway network
The New Zealand State Highway network is the major national highway network in New Zealand. Just under 100 roads in both the North and South Islands are State Highways...
in New Zealand
New Zealand
New Zealand is an island country in the south-western Pacific Ocean comprising two main landmasses and numerous smaller islands. The country is situated some east of Australia across the Tasman Sea, and roughly south of the Pacific island nations of New Caledonia, Fiji, and Tonga...
connecting Christchurch
Christchurch
Christchurch is the largest city in the South Island of New Zealand, and the country's second-largest urban area after Auckland. It lies one third of the way down the South Island's east coast, just north of Banks Peninsula which itself, since 2006, lies within the formal limits of...
on the east coast with Greymouth
Greymouth
Greymouth is the largest town in the West Coast region in the South Island of New Zealand, and the seat of the Grey District Council. The population of the whole Grey District is , which accounts for % of the West Coast's inhabitants...
/Hokitika
Hokitika, New Zealand
Hokitika is a township in the West Coast Region of New Zealand's South Island, south of Greymouth, and close to the mouth of the Hokitika River. According to the 2006 census, the usually resident population of the Hokitika urban area was 3,078, a decrease of 12 people since 2001. A further 828...
on the west coast via the Southern Alps
Southern Alps
The Southern Alps is a mountain range extending along much of the length of New Zealand's South Island, reaching its greatest elevations near the island's western side...
. It is mostly two lane, with some single-lane bridges north of Springfield
Springfield, New Zealand
Springfield is a small town in the Selwyn District of Canterbury, in the South Island, of New Zealand. In 2001 it had a population of 219. At the foot of the Southern Alps, west of Christchurch, it is the most westerly town of the central Canterbury Plains...
but is mostly dual carriageway
Dual carriageway
A dual carriageway is a class of highway with two carriageways for traffic travelling in opposite directions separated by a central reservation...
in Christchurch with some sections of the road currently being upgraded to motorway status.
History
The route connecting the West and East coasts of the South Island via the Southern Alps were known for hundreds of years by the Māori people, due to a flourishing pounamu trade. The Europeans were informed of the route by a local chief in the mid-19th century but was not used during his lifetime. In 1864, Arthur Dudley DobsonArthur Dudley Dobson
Sir Arthur Dudley Dobson was a pioneer surveyor, engineer and explorer. Born in London, he came to Lyttelton, New Zealand in 1850 on one of the First Four Ships. He is best known for taking the first party of Europeans over Arthur's Pass.-Early life:Arthur Dudley Dobson was born in Islington,...
traversed from the east to the west coast from the Waimakariri River, thereby discovering Arthur's Pass. A route connecting Christchurch to Hokitika was fully completed in 1866, with the first Cobb & Co
Cobb & Co. (New Zealand)
Cobb and Co is the name of a company that operated a fleet of stagecoaches in Australia in the late 19th century. Cobb & Co themselves did not operate in New Zealand officially but their name was used by many private stage coach operators.-History:...
coach began operating that same year due to the burgeoning gold rush.
Otira Tunnel
The Otira Tunnel is a railway tunnel on the Midland Line in the South Island of New Zealand between Otira and Arthur's Pass. It runs under the Southern Alps from Arthur's Pass to Otira - a length of over . The gradient is mainly 1 in 33, and the Otira end of the tunnel is over lower than the...
was open, this signalled the end of the Cobb & Co
Cobb & Co. (New Zealand)
Cobb and Co is the name of a company that operated a fleet of stagecoaches in Australia in the late 19th century. Cobb & Co themselves did not operate in New Zealand officially but their name was used by many private stage coach operators.-History:...
coach in New Zealand.
Due to the geography and topography between Springfield
Springfield, New Zealand
Springfield is a small town in the Selwyn District of Canterbury, in the South Island, of New Zealand. In 2001 it had a population of 219. At the foot of the Southern Alps, west of Christchurch, it is the most westerly town of the central Canterbury Plains...
and Kumara
Kumara, New Zealand
Kumara is a town on the West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand. It is located 30 kilometres south of Greymouth, close to the western end of State Highway 73, which leads across Arthur's Pass to Christchurch...
, the road has bee subjected to several closures and road realignments, with both Porters and Arthur's Pass subjected to frequent closures during the winter months. The road between Arthur's Pass and Otira
Otira
Otira is a small township seven kilometres north of Arthur's Pass in the central South Island of New Zealand. It is on the western approach to the pass, a saddle between the Otira and Bealey Rivers high in the Southern Alps...
in particular was amongst the most dangerous in the country, due to the road located on scree
Scree
Scree, also called talus, is a term given to an accumulation of broken rock fragments at the base of crags, mountain cliffs, or valley shoulders. Landforms associated with these materials are sometimes called scree slopes or talus piles...
slopes which frequently gave way. As a result, numerous studies were conducted into alternative options for fixing the road around Candy's Bend, Starvation Point and the Zig Zag. Construction of the Otira Viaduct and the protective roofs from slips began in 1997 and opened in 1999.
Kumara Junction to Christchurch
As of May 2010, this is the current route of the highway.State Highway 73 begins 11 km south of Greymouth
Greymouth
Greymouth is the largest town in the West Coast region in the South Island of New Zealand, and the seat of the Grey District Council. The population of the whole Grey District is , which accounts for % of the West Coast's inhabitants...
at Kumara Junction. The highway passes through undulating farmland, scrubland and forest as it passes through the settlements of Kumara
Kumara, New Zealand
Kumara is a town on the West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand. It is located 30 kilometres south of Greymouth, close to the western end of State Highway 73, which leads across Arthur's Pass to Christchurch...
and Dillmanstown. The road veers sharply to the left as it approaches the mountains to the front of the road. The road then hugs the Taramakau River
Taramakau River
The Taramakau River is in the northwest of the South Island of New Zealand. It rises in the Southern Alps, 80 kilometres due east of Hokitika, and immediately below the saddle of the Harper's Pass, and runs westward for 75 kilometres into the Tasman Sea 15 kilometres south of Greymouth.Several...
as it proceeds down the valley. At Jacksons, the Midland Line
Midland Line, New Zealand
The Midland line is a 212 km section of railway between Rolleston and Greymouth in the South Island of New Zealand. The line features five major bridges, five viaducts and 17 tunnels, the longest of which is the Otira tunnel.-Freight services:...
crosses the river and begins to run parallel to the road. Just before Aickens at the confuence of the Taramakau and Otira River
Otira River
The Otira River is located in the central South Island of New Zealand. It rises on the slopes of Mount Rolleston in the Southern Alps, and flows north for 20 km, passing through the town of Otira before joining the Taramakau River...
s, the road and rail line veers to the right and runs to the south before reaching Otira
Otira
Otira is a small township seven kilometres north of Arthur's Pass in the central South Island of New Zealand. It is on the western approach to the pass, a saddle between the Otira and Bealey Rivers high in the Southern Alps...
.
Arthur's Pass
Arthur's Pass is a mountain pass in the Southern Alps of the South Island of New Zealand. It marks part of the boundary between the West Coast and Canterbury regions, 140 km from Christchurch and 95 km from Greymouth. The pass lies in a saddle between the valleys of the Otira River, a...
village with the railway line emerging from the Otira Tunnel
Otira Tunnel
The Otira Tunnel is a railway tunnel on the Midland Line in the South Island of New Zealand between Otira and Arthur's Pass. It runs under the Southern Alps from Arthur's Pass to Otira - a length of over . The gradient is mainly 1 in 33, and the Otira end of the tunnel is over lower than the...
nearby.
After the village, the road and rail line runs along the Bealey River
Bealey River
The Bealey River is a small river located in the Southern Alps of New Zealand. It is a tributary of the Waimakariri River. Its valley forms the eastern approach to Arthur's Pass...
valley and crosses the Waimakariri River
Waimakariri River
The Waimakariri River is the largest of the North Canterbury rivers, in the South Island of New Zealand. It flows for 151 kilometres in a generally southeastward direction from the Southern Alps across the Canterbury Plains to the Pacific Ocean....
before veering left and running parallel to both the river and the rail line on the opposite side. Before Cass
Cass, New Zealand
Cass is a locality in the Selwyn District of the Canterbury region in New Zealand's South Island.It is named for Thomas Cass, an important pioneer surveyor in the area. State Highway 73 passes near the town, and the Midland Line between Christchurch and the West Coast was opened to the town in...
, the road runs along a bluff and turns right to proceed past some more farmland as well as Lakes Grasmere and Pearson.
Lake Lyndon
Lake Lyndon is a small lake in the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island. It is near Porters Pass, and State Highway 73 from Springfield and Cass skirts the lake's northeastern shore...
where it curves left before climbing up towards Porters Pass which, at 939 metres, is the highest point on the road. After cresting, the road descends into the Kowai River
Kowai River
The Kowai River is a river in the Canterbury Region of New Zealand. It rises on the southern flanks of the Torlesse Range and travels south, emerging from the foothills of the Southern Alps near Springfield. The river turns east across the upper Canterbury Plains before joining the Waimakariri...
valley and runs roughly parallel with the river until it reaches Springfield
Springfield, New Zealand
Springfield is a small town in the Selwyn District of Canterbury, in the South Island, of New Zealand. In 2001 it had a population of 219. At the foot of the Southern Alps, west of Christchurch, it is the most westerly town of the central Canterbury Plains...
.
Canterbury Plains
The Canterbury Plains are an area in New Zealand centred to the south of the city of Christchurch in the Canterbury Region. Their northern extremes are at the foot of the Hundalee Hills in the Hurunui District, and in the south they merge into the plains of North Otago beyond the Waitaki...
and runs straight through the settlements of Annat, Sheffield and Waddington
Sheffield and Waddington, New Zealand
Sheffield is a small village located in the Selwyn District of the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island, near the Waimakariri Gorge....
before arriving at Darfield
Darfield, New Zealand
Darfield is a town in the Selwyn District of the South Island of New Zealand. It is located 35 kilometres west from the outskirts of Christchurch, New Zealand on State Highway 73 and the town is on the Midland railway line, route of the famous TranzAlpine train service...
. The road then passes through the settlements of Kirwee
Kirwee
Kirwee is a town located west of Christchurch in the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island. It was named after Karwi in India by retired British Army colonel De Renzie Brett...
, Aylesbury
Aylesbury, New Zealand
Aylesbury is a settlement in the Canterbury region of New Zealand.Aylesbury's claim to fame was the Railway Station which blew away in the winds of '76.The latest entry for Aylesbury is a shingle pit which is in the process of creation....
and West Melton
West Melton, New Zealand
West Melton in New Zealand has the largest population in the Selwyn District of Canterbury, New Zealand due to a high density of farms and lifestyle blocks. It has long been associated with horse racing , arable land, and sheep farming. Recently, it has become associated with wine growing and deer...
as well as dairy and lifestyle farms characteristic of the plains. The road passes by Paparua Prison and arrives in Christchurch via Yaldhurst.
Christchurch
As Yaldhurst Road, the proceeds in an easterly direction towards RiccartonRiccarton, New Zealand
Riccarton is a suburb of Christchurch. It is due west of the city centre, separated from it by Hagley Park. Upper Riccarton is to the west of Riccarton.-History:...
. The road widens to four lanes at Avonhead
Avonhead
The suburb of Avonhead is located in the city of Christchurch. Avonhead has two primary schools The suburb of Avonhead is located in the city of Christchurch. Avonhead has two primary schools The suburb of Avonhead is located in the city of Christchurch. Avonhead has two primary schools (Avonhead...
, but by Curletts Road/Peer Street, the highway turns right (while Yaldhurst Road becomes Riccarton Road and heads towards the city centre).
As Curletts Road, the road temporarily reverts back to two lanes divided by a flush median. After Blenheim Road, however the road widens again, crosses over the Main South Line
Main South Line
The Main South Line, sometimes referred to as part of the South Island Main Trunk Railway, is a railroad line that runs north and south from Lyttelton in New Zealand through Christchurch and along the east coast of the South Island to Invercargill via Dunedin...
and proceeds towards the future Christchurch Southern Motorway
Christchurch Southern Motorway
The Christchurch Southern Motorway is a short motorway that forms part of State Highway 73 in the south west of Christchurch, New Zealand. At its eastern end it connects to Brougham Street and at its western end it merges north onto Curletts Road and ends at Blenheim Road...
.
As the motorway, the speed limit increases to 100 km/h but the road narrows back to two lanes for about 1.5 km. The road then splits up to form Jerrold Street North and Jerrold Street South where both roads intersects with Barrington Street. The roads then merge to form Brougham Street, a major southern arterial road of the city, where it intersects with all the north-south roads of the CBD except for Manchester Street.
After intersecting with Ensors Road, Brougham Street narrows back to two lanes but turns into a small expressway, which it retains as it merges with Opawa Road just before the Garlands Road intersection. At Port Hills Road/Curries Road intersection the road changes name to Port Hills Road which it retains before the highway designation ends at a parclo interchange
Parclo interchange
A partial cloverleaf interchange or parclo is a modification of a cloverleaf interchange. The parclo interchange was developed by the Ontario Ministry of Transportation as a replacement for the cloverleaf on 400-Series Highways, removing the dangerous weaving patterns and allowing for more...
with Tunnel Road
Christchurch-Lyttelton Motorway
The Christchurch–Lyttelton Motorway, also known as the Tunnel Road is part of the road network connecting Christchurch, New Zealand with its port town of Lyttelton....
, though Ports Hills Road still continues beyond this point.
Route changes
Over the past 40 years SH 73 has been subjected to several route changes both in the Christchurch and the Arthur's Pass-Otira areas. In 1999, one of the worst sections of highway in the country (around Candy's Bend) were replaced with the Otira Viaduct. Meanwhile, in Christchurch, since SH 1 was rerouted to bypass the CBD, SH 73 was extended to Brougham Street/Waltham Road intersection, with the rest of the route covered by SH 74. In 2004, with SH 74 being rerouted to run along the Ring Road and the entire length of Tunnel Road instead of through the CBD, SH 73 was extended further to its current terminus.Kumara Junction to Christchurch
State Highway 73  |
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| Northbound exits | Distance to Greymouth (km) |
Distance to Lyttelton (km) |
Southbound exits |
| End Otira Highway |
16.6 | 240.4 | Start Otira Highway |
| Hokitika Hokitika, New Zealand Hokitika is a township in the West Coast Region of New Zealand's South Island, south of Greymouth, and close to the mouth of the Hokitika River. According to the 2006 census, the usually resident population of the Hokitika urban area was 3,078, a decrease of 12 people since 2001. A further 828... , Greymouth Greymouth Greymouth is the largest town in the West Coast region in the South Island of New Zealand, and the seat of the Grey District Council. The population of the whole Grey District is , which accounts for % of the West Coast's inhabitants... Kumara Junction Highway .svg.png) Taramakau Highway .svg.png)  |
Greymouth Greymouth Greymouth is the largest town in the West Coast region in the South Island of New Zealand, and the seat of the Grey District Council. The population of the whole Grey District is , which accounts for % of the West Coast's inhabitants... , Hokitika Hokitika, New Zealand Hokitika is a township in the West Coast Region of New Zealand's South Island, south of Greymouth, and close to the mouth of the Hokitika River. According to the 2006 census, the usually resident population of the Hokitika urban area was 3,078, a decrease of 12 people since 2001. A further 828... Taramakau Highway Kumara Junction Highway |
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| Kumara Kumara, New Zealand Kumara is a town on the West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand. It is located 30 kilometres south of Greymouth, close to the western end of State Highway 73, which leads across Arthur's Pass to Christchurch... Name change to Seddon Street through Kumara |
23.5 | 233.5 | Kumara Kumara, New Zealand Kumara is a town on the West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand. It is located 30 kilometres south of Greymouth, close to the western end of State Highway 73, which leads across Arthur's Pass to Christchurch... Name change to Seddon Street through Kumara |
| Dillmanstown | 26.2 | 230.8 | Dillmanstown |
| Lake Brunner Lake Brunner Lake Brunner is the largest lake in the northwestern South Island of New Zealand, covering an area of 40 km². The lake's outflow is the Arnold River, a tributary of the Grey River. The lake lies 31 kilometres to the southeast of Greymouth... , Moana Moana, New Zealand Moana is a small town in the West Coast Region of the South Island of New Zealand. It is situated on the northern shore of Lake Brunner, and is beside the outflow of the lake into the Arnold River. There is a pedestrian suspension bridge crossing the Arnold from the town to access the lake shore... Lake Brunner Road .svg.png)  ) |
61.5 | 195.5 | Lake Brunner Lake Brunner Lake Brunner is the largest lake in the northwestern South Island of New Zealand, covering an area of 40 km². The lake's outflow is the Arnold River, a tributary of the Grey River. The lake lies 31 kilometres to the southeast of Greymouth... , Moana Moana, New Zealand Moana is a small town in the West Coast Region of the South Island of New Zealand. It is situated on the northern shore of Lake Brunner, and is beside the outflow of the lake into the Arnold River. There is a pedestrian suspension bridge crossing the Arnold from the town to access the lake shore... Lake Brunner Road ) |
| Jacksons | 62.1 | 194.9 | Jacksons |
| MIDLAND LINE Midland Line, New Zealand The Midland line is a 212 km section of railway between Rolleston and Greymouth in the South Island of New Zealand. The line features five major bridges, five viaducts and 17 tunnels, the longest of which is the Otira tunnel.-Freight services:... |
69.4 | 187.6 | MIDLAND LINE Midland Line, New Zealand The Midland line is a 212 km section of railway between Rolleston and Greymouth in the South Island of New Zealand. The line features five major bridges, five viaducts and 17 tunnels, the longest of which is the Otira tunnel.-Freight services:... |
| MIDLAND LINE Midland Line, New Zealand The Midland line is a 212 km section of railway between Rolleston and Greymouth in the South Island of New Zealand. The line features five major bridges, five viaducts and 17 tunnels, the longest of which is the Otira tunnel.-Freight services:... |
72.2 | 184.8 | MIDLAND LINE Midland Line, New Zealand The Midland line is a 212 km section of railway between Rolleston and Greymouth in the South Island of New Zealand. The line features five major bridges, five viaducts and 17 tunnels, the longest of which is the Otira tunnel.-Freight services:... |
| Otira Otira Otira is a small township seven kilometres north of Arthur's Pass in the central South Island of New Zealand. It is on the western approach to the pass, a saddle between the Otira and Bealey Rivers high in the Southern Alps... |
81.5 | 175.5 | Otira Otira Otira is a small township seven kilometres north of Arthur's Pass in the central South Island of New Zealand. It is on the western approach to the pass, a saddle between the Otira and Bealey Rivers high in the Southern Alps... |
| MIDLAND LINE Midland Line, New Zealand The Midland line is a 212 km section of railway between Rolleston and Greymouth in the South Island of New Zealand. The line features five major bridges, five viaducts and 17 tunnels, the longest of which is the Otira tunnel.-Freight services:... |
83.2 | 173.8 | MIDLAND LINE Midland Line, New Zealand The Midland line is a 212 km section of railway between Rolleston and Greymouth in the South Island of New Zealand. The line features five major bridges, five viaducts and 17 tunnels, the longest of which is the Otira tunnel.-Freight services:... |
| OTIRA RIVER Otira River The Otira River is located in the central South Island of New Zealand. It rises on the slopes of Mount Rolleston in the Southern Alps, and flows north for 20 km, passing through the town of Otira before joining the Taramakau River... |
83.3 | 173.7 | OTIRA RIVER Otira River The Otira River is located in the central South Island of New Zealand. It rises on the slopes of Mount Rolleston in the Southern Alps, and flows north for 20 km, passing through the town of Otira before joining the Taramakau River... |
| OTIRA VIADUCT | 87.7 | 169.3 | OTIRA VIADUCT |
| ENTER GREY DISTRICT Name change to Otira Highway |
90 | 167 | ARTHUR'S PASS 920 m (3,018.4 ft) |
| ARTHUR'S PASS 920 m (3,018.4 ft) |
ENTER SELWYN DISTRICT Selwyn District The Selwyn District is a predominantly rural area in central Canterbury, on the east coast of New Zealand's South Island. It is named after the Selwyn River, which is in turn named after Bishop George Selwyn, the first Anglican bishop of New Zealand who, in 1843 and 1844, travelled the length of... Name change to West Coast Road |
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| Arthur's Pass Arthur's Pass Arthur's Pass is a mountain pass in the Southern Alps of the South Island of New Zealand. It marks part of the boundary between the West Coast and Canterbury regions, 140 km from Christchurch and 95 km from Greymouth. The pass lies in a saddle between the valleys of the Otira River, a... |
95 | 162 | Arthur's Pass Arthur's Pass Arthur's Pass is a mountain pass in the Southern Alps of the South Island of New Zealand. It marks part of the boundary between the West Coast and Canterbury regions, 140 km from Christchurch and 95 km from Greymouth. The pass lies in a saddle between the valleys of the Otira River, a... |
| WAIMAKARIRI RIVER Waimakariri River The Waimakariri River is the largest of the North Canterbury rivers, in the South Island of New Zealand. It flows for 151 kilometres in a generally southeastward direction from the Southern Alps across the Canterbury Plains to the Pacific Ocean.... |
104 | 153 | WAIMAKARIRI RIVER Waimakariri River The Waimakariri River is the largest of the North Canterbury rivers, in the South Island of New Zealand. It flows for 151 kilometres in a generally southeastward direction from the Southern Alps across the Canterbury Plains to the Pacific Ocean.... |
| Bealey | 106 | 151 | Bealey |
| Mount White Road |
118 | 139 | Mount White Road |
| Cass Cass, New Zealand Cass is a locality in the Selwyn District of the Canterbury region in New Zealand's South Island.It is named for Thomas Cass, an important pioneer surveyor in the area. State Highway 73 passes near the town, and the Midland Line between Christchurch and the West Coast was opened to the town in... |
121 | 136 | Cass Cass, New Zealand Cass is a locality in the Selwyn District of the Canterbury region in New Zealand's South Island.It is named for Thomas Cass, an important pioneer surveyor in the area. State Highway 73 passes near the town, and the Midland Line between Christchurch and the West Coast was opened to the town in... |
| Castle Hill Village | 145 | 112 | Castle Hill Village |
| Lake Lyndon Lake Lyndon Lake Lyndon is a small lake in the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island. It is near Porters Pass, and State Highway 73 from Springfield and Cass skirts the lake's northeastern shore... , Lake Coleridge Lake Coleridge Lake Coleridge is located in inland Canterbury, in New Zealand's South Island. Located 35 kilometres to the northwest of Methven, it has a surface area of 47 km².... Lyndon Road |
156 | 101 | Lake Lyndon Lake Lyndon Lake Lyndon is a small lake in the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island. It is near Porters Pass, and State Highway 73 from Springfield and Cass skirts the lake's northeastern shore... , Lake Coleridge Lake Coleridge Lake Coleridge is located in inland Canterbury, in New Zealand's South Island. Located 35 kilometres to the northwest of Methven, it has a surface area of 47 km².... Lyndon Road |
| PORTERS PASS 939 m (3,080.7 ft) |
159 | 98 | PORTERS PASS 939 m (3,080.7 ft) |
| KOWAI RIVER Kowai River The Kowai River is a river in the Canterbury Region of New Zealand. It rises on the southern flanks of the Torlesse Range and travels south, emerging from the foothills of the Southern Alps near Springfield. The river turns east across the upper Canterbury Plains before joining the Waimakariri... |
164.7 | 92.3 | KOWAI RIVER Kowai River The Kowai River is a river in the Canterbury Region of New Zealand. It rises on the southern flanks of the Torlesse Range and travels south, emerging from the foothills of the Southern Alps near Springfield. The river turns east across the upper Canterbury Plains before joining the Waimakariri... |
| KOWAI RIVER Kowai River The Kowai River is a river in the Canterbury Region of New Zealand. It rises on the southern flanks of the Torlesse Range and travels south, emerging from the foothills of the Southern Alps near Springfield. The river turns east across the upper Canterbury Plains before joining the Waimakariri... |
171.2 | 84.8 | KOWAI RIVER Kowai River The Kowai River is a river in the Canterbury Region of New Zealand. It rises on the southern flanks of the Torlesse Range and travels south, emerging from the foothills of the Southern Alps near Springfield. The river turns east across the upper Canterbury Plains before joining the Waimakariri... |
| Kowai Bush, Waimakariri Gorge Waimakariri Gorge The Waimakariri Gorge is located on the Waimakariri River in inland Canterbury in the South Island of New Zealand.Like its neighbour, the Rakaia River, the Waimakariri runs through wide shingle beds for much of its length, but is forced through a narrow canyon as it approaches the Canterbury... Pocock Road |
175.8 | 80.2 | Kowai Bush, Waimakariri Gorge Waimakariri Gorge The Waimakariri Gorge is located on the Waimakariri River in inland Canterbury in the South Island of New Zealand.Like its neighbour, the Rakaia River, the Waimakariri runs through wide shingle beds for much of its length, but is forced through a narrow canyon as it approaches the Canterbury... Pocock Road |
| Springfield Springfield, New Zealand Springfield is a small town in the Selwyn District of Canterbury, in the South Island, of New Zealand. In 2001 it had a population of 219. At the foot of the Southern Alps, west of Christchurch, it is the most westerly town of the central Canterbury Plains... |
177.5 | 79.5 | Springfield Springfield, New Zealand Springfield is a small town in the Selwyn District of Canterbury, in the South Island, of New Zealand. In 2001 it had a population of 219. At the foot of the Southern Alps, west of Christchurch, it is the most westerly town of the central Canterbury Plains... |
| Russells Flat Keens Road Coxs Road Junction Road |
180.1 | 76.9 | Russells Flat Coxs Road Junction Road Keens Road |
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| Sheffield Sheffield and Waddington, New Zealand Sheffield is a small village located in the Selwyn District of the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island, near the Waimakariri Gorge.... |
187 | 70 | Sheffield Sheffield and Waddington, New Zealand Sheffield is a small village located in the Selwyn District of the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island, near the Waimakariri Gorge.... |
| Waddington Sheffield and Waddington, New Zealand Sheffield is a small village located in the Selwyn District of the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island, near the Waimakariri Gorge.... |
189.5 | 68.5 | Oxford Oxford, New Zealand Oxford is a small town of 1,716 people serving the farming community of North Canterbury, New Zealand. It is part of the Waimakariri District. Oxford is a linear town, approximately two kilometres long. For a time Oxford was serviced by the Oxford Branch railway, and had two stations, East Oxford... , Rangiora Rangiora, New Zealand Rangiora is a rural town in the South Island of New Zealand. It is the largest town in north Canterbury and the seat of the Waimakariri District Council.-Geography:... Waimakariri Gorge Road Inland Scenic Route |
| Oxford Oxford, New Zealand Oxford is a small town of 1,716 people serving the farming community of North Canterbury, New Zealand. It is part of the Waimakariri District. Oxford is a linear town, approximately two kilometres long. For a time Oxford was serviced by the Oxford Branch railway, and had two stations, East Oxford... , Rangiora Rangiora, New Zealand Rangiora is a rural town in the South Island of New Zealand. It is the largest town in north Canterbury and the seat of the Waimakariri District Council.-Geography:... Waimakariri Gorge Road Inland Scenic Route |
189.5 | 68.5 | Waddington Sheffield and Waddington, New Zealand Sheffield is a small village located in the Selwyn District of the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island, near the Waimakariri Gorge.... |
| Coalgate Coalgate, New Zealand Coalgate is a locality in the Selwyn District of the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island. The 2001 New Zealand Census of Population and Dwellings gave Coalgate's population as 276, and it is located roughly an hour west of Christchurch on State Highway 77... , Glentunnel Glentunnel Glentunnel is a small village in the Selwyn District of the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island. It is officially recognised as a "populated area less than a town". The 2001 New Zealand Census of Population and Dwellings gave Glentunnel's population as 129... Deans Road Inland Scenic Route |
190.5 | 67.5 | Coalgate Coalgate, New Zealand Coalgate is a locality in the Selwyn District of the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island. The 2001 New Zealand Census of Population and Dwellings gave Coalgate's population as 276, and it is located roughly an hour west of Christchurch on State Highway 77... , Glentunnel Glentunnel Glentunnel is a small village in the Selwyn District of the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island. It is officially recognised as a "populated area less than a town". The 2001 New Zealand Census of Population and Dwellings gave Glentunnel's population as 129... Deans Road Inland Scenic Route |
| Coalgate Coalgate, New Zealand Coalgate is a locality in the Selwyn District of the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island. The 2001 New Zealand Census of Population and Dwellings gave Coalgate's population as 276, and it is located roughly an hour west of Christchurch on State Highway 77... , Glentunnel Glentunnel Glentunnel is a small village in the Selwyn District of the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island. It is officially recognised as a "populated area less than a town". The 2001 New Zealand Census of Population and Dwellings gave Glentunnel's population as 129... Bangor Road New Zealand State Highway 77 State Highway 77 is a State Highway in New Zealand going through the inland parts of Central and Mid Canterbury between the towns of Ashburton and Darfield via the Rakaia Gorge. It is wholly single carriageway with two one-lane bridges at the Rakaia and Selwyn Rivers...  |
200 | 57 | Coalgate Coalgate, New Zealand Coalgate is a locality in the Selwyn District of the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island. The 2001 New Zealand Census of Population and Dwellings gave Coalgate's population as 276, and it is located roughly an hour west of Christchurch on State Highway 77... , Glentunnel Glentunnel Glentunnel is a small village in the Selwyn District of the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island. It is officially recognised as a "populated area less than a town". The 2001 New Zealand Census of Population and Dwellings gave Glentunnel's population as 129... Bangor Road New Zealand State Highway 77 State Highway 77 is a State Highway in New Zealand going through the inland parts of Central and Mid Canterbury between the towns of Ashburton and Darfield via the Rakaia Gorge. It is wholly single carriageway with two one-lane bridges at the Rakaia and Selwyn Rivers... |
| Charing Cross, Dunsandel Dunsandel Dunsandel is a small rural township in the Canterbury Region of the South Island, New Zealand. The town is located on the Canterbury Plains just south of the Selwyn River and about 40 km south of Christchurch. Dunsandel is a junction town on SH1, halfway between Christchurch and Ashburton,... , Kimberley Ross Street McMillan Street |
200.3 | 56.7 | Kimberley, Charing Cross, Dunsandel Dunsandel Dunsandel is a small rural township in the Canterbury Region of the South Island, New Zealand. The town is located on the Canterbury Plains just south of the Selwyn River and about 40 km south of Christchurch. Dunsandel is a junction town on SH1, halfway between Christchurch and Ashburton,... McMillan Street Ross Street |
| Darfield Darfield, New Zealand Darfield is a town in the Selwyn District of the South Island of New Zealand. It is located 35 kilometres west from the outskirts of Christchurch, New Zealand on State Highway 73 and the town is on the Midland railway line, route of the famous TranzAlpine train service... Name change to South Terrace through Darfield |
200.5 | 56.5 | Darfield Darfield, New Zealand Darfield is a town in the Selwyn District of the South Island of New Zealand. It is located 35 kilometres west from the outskirts of Christchurch, New Zealand on State Highway 73 and the town is on the Midland railway line, route of the famous TranzAlpine train service... Name change to South Terrace through Darfield |
| Darfield Darfield, New Zealand Darfield is a town in the Selwyn District of the South Island of New Zealand. It is located 35 kilometres west from the outskirts of Christchurch, New Zealand on State Highway 73 and the town is on the Midland railway line, route of the famous TranzAlpine train service... Horndon Street |
202.3 | 54.7 | Darfield Darfield, New Zealand Darfield is a town in the Selwyn District of the South Island of New Zealand. It is located 35 kilometres west from the outskirts of Christchurch, New Zealand on State Highway 73 and the town is on the Midland railway line, route of the famous TranzAlpine train service... Horndon Street |
| Charing Cross Ansons Road |
206.9 | 50.1 | Charing Cross Ansons Road |
| MIDLAND LINE Midland Line, New Zealand The Midland line is a 212 km section of railway between Rolleston and Greymouth in the South Island of New Zealand. The line features five major bridges, five viaducts and 17 tunnels, the longest of which is the Otira tunnel.-Freight services:... |
207 | 50 | MIDLAND LINE Midland Line, New Zealand The Midland line is a 212 km section of railway between Rolleston and Greymouth in the South Island of New Zealand. The line features five major bridges, five viaducts and 17 tunnels, the longest of which is the Otira tunnel.-Freight services:... |
| Courtenay Ansons Road |
207.1 | 49.9 | Courtenay Ansons Road |
| Charing Cross, Courtenay Courtenay Road |
209 | 48 | Kirwee Kirwee Kirwee is a town located west of Christchurch in the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island. It was named after Karwi in India by retired British Army colonel De Renzie Brett... |
| Kirwee Kirwee Kirwee is a town located west of Christchurch in the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island. It was named after Karwi in India by retired British Army colonel De Renzie Brett... |
Courtenay, Charing Cross Courtenay Road |
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| Hororata, Burnham Burnham, New Zealand Burnham, also known as Burnham Camp, is the largest army base in New Zealand's South Island. It is located 28 kilometres south of Christchurch on the Canterbury Plains, close to the town of Dunsandel.- Military :Units at Burnham:... , Rolleston Rolleston, New Zealand Rolleston is a town in the Selwyn District of Canterbury, New Zealand.It is located next to State Highway 1, 22 km south-west of Christchurch on the Canterbury Plains in the South Island of New Zealand. The town uses the slogan "The Town of the Future"... Railway Road Aylesbury Road Bealey Road Station Road |
214.5 | 42.5 | Aylesbury Aylesbury, New Zealand Aylesbury is a settlement in the Canterbury region of New Zealand.Aylesbury's claim to fame was the Railway Station which blew away in the winds of '76.The latest entry for Aylesbury is a shingle pit which is in the process of creation.... |
| Aylesbury Aylesbury, New Zealand Aylesbury is a settlement in the Canterbury region of New Zealand.Aylesbury's claim to fame was the Railway Station which blew away in the winds of '76.The latest entry for Aylesbury is a shingle pit which is in the process of creation.... |
Rolleston Rolleston, New Zealand Rolleston is a town in the Selwyn District of Canterbury, New Zealand.It is located next to State Highway 1, 22 km south-west of Christchurch on the Canterbury Plains in the South Island of New Zealand. The town uses the slogan "The Town of the Future"... , Burnham Burnham, New Zealand Burnham, also known as Burnham Camp, is the largest army base in New Zealand's South Island. It is located 28 kilometres south of Christchurch on the Canterbury Plains, close to the town of Dunsandel.- Military :Units at Burnham:... , Hororata Station Road Railway Road Aylesbury Road Bealey Road |
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| Rolleston Rolleston, New Zealand Rolleston is a town in the Selwyn District of Canterbury, New Zealand.It is located next to State Highway 1, 22 km south-west of Christchurch on the Canterbury Plains in the South Island of New Zealand. The town uses the slogan "The Town of the Future"... , Kirwee Kirwee Kirwee is a town located west of Christchurch in the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island. It was named after Karwi in India by retired British Army colonel De Renzie Brett... Hoskyns Road |
216.6 | 40.4 | Kirwee Kirwee Kirwee is a town located west of Christchurch in the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island. It was named after Karwi in India by retired British Army colonel De Renzie Brett... , Rolleston Rolleston, New Zealand Rolleston is a town in the Selwyn District of Canterbury, New Zealand.It is located next to State Highway 1, 22 km south-west of Christchurch on the Canterbury Plains in the South Island of New Zealand. The town uses the slogan "The Town of the Future"... Hoskyns Road |
| Burnham Burnham, New Zealand Burnham, also known as Burnham Camp, is the largest army base in New Zealand's South Island. It is located 28 kilometres south of Christchurch on the Canterbury Plains, close to the town of Dunsandel.- Military :Units at Burnham:... , Weedons Weedons Ross Road West Melton Road |
222.7 | 34.3 | West Melton West Melton, New Zealand West Melton in New Zealand has the largest population in the Selwyn District of Canterbury, New Zealand due to a high density of farms and lifestyle blocks. It has long been associated with horse racing , arable land, and sheep farming. Recently, it has become associated with wine growing and deer... |
| West Melton West Melton, New Zealand West Melton in New Zealand has the largest population in the Selwyn District of Canterbury, New Zealand due to a high density of farms and lifestyle blocks. It has long been associated with horse racing , arable land, and sheep farming. Recently, it has become associated with wine growing and deer... |
Weedons, Burnham Burnham, New Zealand Burnham, also known as Burnham Camp, is the largest army base in New Zealand's South Island. It is located 28 kilometres south of Christchurch on the Canterbury Plains, close to the town of Dunsandel.- Military :Units at Burnham:... West Melton Road Weedons Ross Road |
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| Springston Springston Springston is a small rural Canterbury township on the South Island of New Zealand. It was developed around the mid-19th century.It has a historic primary school, opened in 1868, which has approximately 160 students. Secondary students usually attend the nearby Lincoln High School.- External links... , McLeans Island Dawsons Road Chattertons Road |
227.6 | 29.4 | McLeans Island, Springston Springston Springston is a small rural Canterbury township on the South Island of New Zealand. It was developed around the mid-19th century.It has a historic primary school, opened in 1868, which has approximately 160 students. Secondary students usually attend the nearby Lincoln High School.- External links... Chattertons Road Dawsons Road |
| Broomfield, Sockburn Buchanans Road |
231.8 | 25.2 | Broomfield, Sockburn Buchanans Road |
| Courtenay, Waddington Sheffield and Waddington, New Zealand Sheffield is a small village located in the Selwyn District of the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island, near the Waimakariri Gorge.... Old West Coast Road |
232.5 | 24.5 | Courtenay, Waddington Sheffield and Waddington, New Zealand Sheffield is a small village located in the Selwyn District of the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island, near the Waimakariri Gorge.... Old West Coast Road |
| Yaldhurst | 234.2 | 22.8 | Yaldhurst |
| Templeton Templeton, New Zealand Templeton is a small town on the outskirts of Christchurch but part of the Selwyn District. It lies on State Highway 1. It has been the centre of harness racing in Canterbury with many famous names such as Devine, Nyan, Butt, Jones and Carmichael among its people.Its European history goes to over... , McLeans Island Pound Road |
McLeans Island, Templeton Templeton, New Zealand Templeton is a small town on the outskirts of Christchurch but part of the Selwyn District. It lies on State Highway 1. It has been the centre of harness racing in Canterbury with many famous names such as Devine, Nyan, Butt, Jones and Carmichael among its people.Its European history goes to over... Pound Road |
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236.4 | 20.6 | Start Yaldhurst Road from West Coast Road |
| Timaru Timaru TimaruUrban AreaPopulation:27,200Extent:Former Timaru City CouncilTerritorial AuthorityName:Timaru District CouncilPopulation:42,867 Land area:2,736.54 km² Mayor:Janie AnnearWebsite:... , Masham, Russley, Picton Picton, New Zealand Picton is a town in the Marlborough region of New Zealand. It is close to the head of Queen Charlotte Sound near the north-east corner of the South Island. The population was 2928 in the 2006 Census, a decrease of 72 from 2001... Masham Road  Russley Road   |
Picton Picton, New Zealand Picton is a town in the Marlborough region of New Zealand. It is close to the head of Queen Charlotte Sound near the north-east corner of the South Island. The population was 2928 in the 2006 Census, a decrease of 72 from 2001... , Russley, Masham, Timaru Timaru TimaruUrban AreaPopulation:27,200Extent:Former Timaru City CouncilTerritorial AuthorityName:Timaru District CouncilPopulation:42,867 Land area:2,736.54 km² Mayor:Janie AnnearWebsite:... Russley Road Masham Road |
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| Sockburn, Avonhead Avonhead The suburb of Avonhead is located in the city of Christchurch. Avonhead has two primary schools The suburb of Avonhead is located in the city of Christchurch. Avonhead has two primary schools The suburb of Avonhead is located in the city of Christchurch. Avonhead has two primary schools (Avonhead... Middlepark Road Avonhead Road |
238.5 | 18.5 | Avonhead Avonhead The suburb of Avonhead is located in the city of Christchurch. Avonhead has two primary schools The suburb of Avonhead is located in the city of Christchurch. Avonhead has two primary schools The suburb of Avonhead is located in the city of Christchurch. Avonhead has two primary schools (Avonhead... , Sockburn Avonhead Road Middlepark Road |
| Bishopdale Bishopdale, New Zealand -History:The suburb is named after the three Bishop brothers, James , Robert and William , who bought land in the area in 1858 or 1859 and established pipfruit orchards. Initially, the area was called Bishopsdale, but the second 's' was dropped from the name... , Riccarton Riccarton, New Zealand Riccarton is a suburb of Christchurch. It is due west of the city centre, separated from it by Hagley Park. Upper Riccarton is to the west of Riccarton.-History:... Peer Street Yaldhurst Road |
239.4 | 17.6 | Bishopdale Bishopdale, New Zealand -History:The suburb is named after the three Bishop brothers, James , Robert and William , who bought land in the area in 1858 or 1859 and established pipfruit orchards. Initially, the area was called Bishopsdale, but the second 's' was dropped from the name... , Riccarton Riccarton, New Zealand Riccarton is a suburb of Christchurch. It is due west of the city centre, separated from it by Hagley Park. Upper Riccarton is to the west of Riccarton.-History:... Peer Street Yaldhurst Road |
| Name change to Yaldhurst Road End concurrency with Christchurch Ring Road |
Name change to Curletts Road Start concurrency with Christchurch Ring Road |
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| Hornby Hornby, New Zealand Hornby is a major residential and retail suburb at the western edge of Christchurch, New Zealand.-Naming and history:Hornby was apparently named by Frederick William Delamain, who came to Christchurch from England in 1852. The name reportedly refers to Hornby-with-Farleton in Lancashire... , Riccarton Riccarton, New Zealand Riccarton is a suburb of Christchurch. It is due west of the city centre, separated from it by Hagley Park. Upper Riccarton is to the west of Riccarton.-History:... Main South Road |
239.5 | 17.5 | Riccarton Riccarton, New Zealand Riccarton is a suburb of Christchurch. It is due west of the city centre, separated from it by Hagley Park. Upper Riccarton is to the west of Riccarton.-History:... , Hornby Hornby, New Zealand Hornby is a major residential and retail suburb at the western edge of Christchurch, New Zealand.-Naming and history:Hornby was apparently named by Frederick William Delamain, who came to Christchurch from England in 1852. The name reportedly refers to Hornby-with-Farleton in Lancashire... Main South Road |
| Hornby Hornby, New Zealand Hornby is a major residential and retail suburb at the western edge of Christchurch, New Zealand.-Naming and history:Hornby was apparently named by Frederick William Delamain, who came to Christchurch from England in 1852. The name reportedly refers to Hornby-with-Farleton in Lancashire... , Christchurch CBD Christchurch Central City Christchurch Central City is the geographical centre and the heart of Christchurch, New Zealand. It is defined as the area within the four avenues and thus includes the densely built up central city, some less dense surrounding areas of residential, educational and industrial usage, and green... Blenheim Road  |
240.3 | 16.7 | Christchurch CBD Christchurch Central City Christchurch Central City is the geographical centre and the heart of Christchurch, New Zealand. It is defined as the area within the four avenues and thus includes the densely built up central city, some less dense surrounding areas of residential, educational and industrial usage, and green... , Hornby Hornby, New Zealand Hornby is a major residential and retail suburb at the western edge of Christchurch, New Zealand.-Naming and history:Hornby was apparently named by Frederick William Delamain, who came to Christchurch from England in 1852. The name reportedly refers to Hornby-with-Farleton in Lancashire... Blenheim Road |
| MAIN SOUTH LINE Main South Line The Main South Line, sometimes referred to as part of the South Island Main Trunk Railway, is a railroad line that runs north and south from Lyttelton in New Zealand through Christchurch and along the east coast of the South Island to Invercargill via Dunedin... |
240.5 | 16.5 | MAIN SOUTH LINE Main South Line The Main South Line, sometimes referred to as part of the South Island Main Trunk Railway, is a railroad line that runs north and south from Lyttelton in New Zealand through Christchurch and along the east coast of the South Island to Invercargill via Dunedin... |
| Wigram Wigram Wigram is a suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand. Technically called Wigram Park, the second half of its name is rarely if ever heard. The suburb lies close to the industrial estates of Sockburn and the satellite retail and residential zone of Hornby... Parkhouse Road |
240.8 | 16.2 | Wigram Wigram Wigram is a suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand. Technically called Wigram Park, the second half of its name is rarely if ever heard. The suburb lies close to the industrial estates of Sockburn and the satellite retail and residential zone of Hornby... Parkhouse Road |
| Middleton Lunns Road |
241.1 | 15.9 | Middleton Lunns Road |
| Hoon Hay Hoon Hay Hoon Hay is an outer suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand. It lies to the southwest of the city close to the Port Hills. It is named after a village in Derbyshire.... , Halswell Halswell Halswell is a satellite town of Christchurch, New Zealand, located in open country nine kilometres southwest of the city centre on State Highway 75... , Akaroa Akaroa Akaroa is a village on Banks Peninsula in the Canterbury region of the South Island of New Zealand, situated within a harbour of the same name—the name Akaroa is Kāi Tahu Māori for 'Long Harbour'.- Overview :... Curletts Road |
241.6 | 15.4 | Hoon Hay Hoon Hay Hoon Hay is an outer suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand. It lies to the southwest of the city close to the Port Hills. It is named after a village in Derbyshire.... , Halswell Halswell Halswell is a satellite town of Christchurch, New Zealand, located in open country nine kilometres southwest of the city centre on State Highway 75... , Akaroa Akaroa Akaroa is a village on Banks Peninsula in the Canterbury region of the South Island of New Zealand, situated within a harbour of the same name—the name Akaroa is Kāi Tahu Māori for 'Long Harbour'.- Overview :... Curletts Road |
| Name change to Curletts Road | Name change to Christchurch Southern Motorway Christchurch Southern Motorway The Christchurch Southern Motorway is a short motorway that forms part of State Highway 73 in the south west of Christchurch, New Zealand. At its eastern end it connects to Brougham Street and at its western end it merges north onto Curletts Road and ends at Blenheim Road... |
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| Name change to Christchurch Southern Motorway Christchurch Southern Motorway The Christchurch Southern Motorway is a short motorway that forms part of State Highway 73 in the south west of Christchurch, New Zealand. At its eastern end it connects to Brougham Street and at its western end it merges north onto Curletts Road and ends at Blenheim Road... |
244.2 | 12.8 | Name change to Jerrold Street |
| Spreydon Spreydon Spreydon is a middle-class suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand. The most central street through Spreydon is Lyttelton Street. Spreydon is flanked by the suburbs Barrington, Hoon Hay, Riccarton, and Lower Cashmere.... , Addington Addington, New Zealand Addington is a major suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand. It is sited south-west of the city centre.-Description:The suburb was named for the country residence of Bishop John Sumner, one of the leading members of the Canterbury Association.... Barrington Street |
Addington Addington, New Zealand Addington is a major suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand. It is sited south-west of the city centre.-Description:The suburb was named for the country residence of Bishop John Sumner, one of the leading members of the Canterbury Association.... , Spreydon Spreydon Spreydon is a middle-class suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand. The most central street through Spreydon is Lyttelton Street. Spreydon is flanked by the suburbs Barrington, Hoon Hay, Riccarton, and Lower Cashmere.... Barrington Street |
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| Barrington, Addington Addington, New Zealand Addington is a major suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand. It is sited south-west of the city centre.-Description:The suburb was named for the country residence of Bishop John Sumner, one of the leading members of the Canterbury Association.... Simeon Street Collins Street |
Addington Addington, New Zealand Addington is a major suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand. It is sited south-west of the city centre.-Description:The suburb was named for the country residence of Bishop John Sumner, one of the leading members of the Canterbury Association.... , Barrington Collins Street Simeon Street |
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| Sydenham Sydenham, New Zealand Sydenham is an inner suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand, located two kilometres south of the city centre, on and around the city’s main street, Colombo Street... , Addington Addington, New Zealand Addington is a major suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand. It is sited south-west of the city centre.-Description:The suburb was named for the country residence of Bishop John Sumner, one of the leading members of the Canterbury Association.... Selwyn Street |
245.4 | 11.6 | Addington Addington, New Zealand Addington is a major suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand. It is sited south-west of the city centre.-Description:The suburb was named for the country residence of Bishop John Sumner, one of the leading members of the Canterbury Association.... , Sydenham Sydenham, New Zealand Sydenham is an inner suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand, located two kilometres south of the city centre, on and around the city’s main street, Colombo Street... Selwyn Street |
| Sydenham Sydenham, New Zealand Sydenham is an inner suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand, located two kilometres south of the city centre, on and around the city’s main street, Colombo Street... , Addington Addington, New Zealand Addington is a major suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand. It is sited south-west of the city centre.-Description:The suburb was named for the country residence of Bishop John Sumner, one of the leading members of the Canterbury Association.... Strickland Street Antigua Street |
245.9 | 11.1 | Addington Addington, New Zealand Addington is a major suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand. It is sited south-west of the city centre.-Description:The suburb was named for the country residence of Bishop John Sumner, one of the leading members of the Canterbury Association.... , Sydenham Sydenham, New Zealand Sydenham is an inner suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand, located two kilometres south of the city centre, on and around the city’s main street, Colombo Street... Antigua Street Strickland Street |
| Christchurch CBD Christchurch Central City Christchurch Central City is the geographical centre and the heart of Christchurch, New Zealand. It is defined as the area within the four avenues and thus includes the densely built up central city, some less dense surrounding areas of residential, educational and industrial usage, and green... Montreal Street |
246.1 | 10.9 | Christchurch CBD Christchurch Central City Christchurch Central City is the geographical centre and the heart of Christchurch, New Zealand. It is defined as the area within the four avenues and thus includes the densely built up central city, some less dense surrounding areas of residential, educational and industrial usage, and green... Montreal Street |
| Christchurch CBD Christchurch Central City Christchurch Central City is the geographical centre and the heart of Christchurch, New Zealand. It is defined as the area within the four avenues and thus includes the densely built up central city, some less dense surrounding areas of residential, educational and industrial usage, and green... Durham Street South |
246.3 | 10.7 | Christchurch CBD Christchurch Central City Christchurch Central City is the geographical centre and the heart of Christchurch, New Zealand. It is defined as the area within the four avenues and thus includes the densely built up central city, some less dense surrounding areas of residential, educational and industrial usage, and green... Durham Street South |
| Beckenham Beckenham, New Zealand Beckenham is an inner suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand, located three kilometres south of the city centre. The Heathcote River winds through this predominantly residential suburb, a section of which is often referred to locally as the "Beckenham Loop".... , Christchurch CBD Christchurch Central City Christchurch Central City is the geographical centre and the heart of Christchurch, New Zealand. It is defined as the area within the four avenues and thus includes the densely built up central city, some less dense surrounding areas of residential, educational and industrial usage, and green... Colombo Street |
246.6 | 10.4 | Christchurch CBD Christchurch Central City Christchurch Central City is the geographical centre and the heart of Christchurch, New Zealand. It is defined as the area within the four avenues and thus includes the densely built up central city, some less dense surrounding areas of residential, educational and industrial usage, and green... , Beckenham Beckenham, New Zealand Beckenham is an inner suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand, located three kilometres south of the city centre. The Heathcote River winds through this predominantly residential suburb, a section of which is often referred to locally as the "Beckenham Loop".... Colombo Street |
| Sydenham Sydenham, New Zealand Sydenham is an inner suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand, located two kilometres south of the city centre, on and around the city’s main street, Colombo Street... , Christchurch CBD Christchurch Central City Christchurch Central City is the geographical centre and the heart of Christchurch, New Zealand. It is defined as the area within the four avenues and thus includes the densely built up central city, some less dense surrounding areas of residential, educational and industrial usage, and green... Burlington Street Gasson Street |
247.1 | 9.9 | Christchurch CBD Christchurch Central City Christchurch Central City is the geographical centre and the heart of Christchurch, New Zealand. It is defined as the area within the four avenues and thus includes the densely built up central city, some less dense surrounding areas of residential, educational and industrial usage, and green... , Sydenham Sydenham, New Zealand Sydenham is an inner suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand, located two kilometres south of the city centre, on and around the city’s main street, Colombo Street... Gasson Street Burlington Street |
| Waltham Waltham, New Zealand Waltham is an inner suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand, located two kilometres southeast of the city centre. State Highway 73, part of Christchurch's ring road system, runs through the suburb, as does the Heathcote River and the Christchurch - Lyttelton rail corridor. The Christchurch gasworks was... , Christchurch CBD Christchurch Central City Christchurch Central City is the geographical centre and the heart of Christchurch, New Zealand. It is defined as the area within the four avenues and thus includes the densely built up central city, some less dense surrounding areas of residential, educational and industrial usage, and green... Waltham Road |
247.4 | 9.6 | Christchurch CBD Christchurch Central City Christchurch Central City is the geographical centre and the heart of Christchurch, New Zealand. It is defined as the area within the four avenues and thus includes the densely built up central city, some less dense surrounding areas of residential, educational and industrial usage, and green... , Waltham Waltham, New Zealand Waltham is an inner suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand, located two kilometres southeast of the city centre. State Highway 73, part of Christchurch's ring road system, runs through the suburb, as does the Heathcote River and the Christchurch - Lyttelton rail corridor. The Christchurch gasworks was... Waltham Road |
| Opawa, Addington Addington, New Zealand Addington is a major suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand. It is sited south-west of the city centre.-Description:The suburb was named for the country residence of Bishop John Sumner, one of the leading members of the Canterbury Association.... Opawa Road |
248.2 | 8.8 | Addington Addington, New Zealand Addington is a major suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand. It is sited south-west of the city centre.-Description:The suburb was named for the country residence of Bishop John Sumner, one of the leading members of the Canterbury Association.... , Opawa Opawa Road |
| St Martins St Martins, New Zealand St Martins is an inner suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand, located two kilometres south of the city centre. Primarily a residential area, St Martins was until recently host to a small shopping mall complex situated on Wilsons Road, the main thoroughfare through the suburb... , Linwood Linwood, New Zealand Linwood is an inner suburb of the city of Christchurch, New Zealand. It lies to the East of the city centre, mostly between Ferry Road and Linwood Avenue, two of the major arterial roads to the Eastern suburbs of Christchurch.-History:... Ensors Road |
248.5 | 8.5 | Linwood Linwood, New Zealand Linwood is an inner suburb of the city of Christchurch, New Zealand. It lies to the East of the city centre, mostly between Ferry Road and Linwood Avenue, two of the major arterial roads to the Eastern suburbs of Christchurch.-History:... , St Martins St Martins, New Zealand St Martins is an inner suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand, located two kilometres south of the city centre. Primarily a residential area, St Martins was until recently host to a small shopping mall complex situated on Wilsons Road, the main thoroughfare through the suburb... Ensors Road |
| HEATHCOTE RIVER Heathcote River The Heathcote River lies within the city boundaries of Christchurch, New Zealand, and is fed from springs near Templetons Road and also receives wet weather flows from as far west as Pound Road. It meanders around the base of the Port Hills from west to south-east.-Course:The catchment of the... |
249.3 | 7.7 | HEATHCOTE RIVER Heathcote River The Heathcote River lies within the city boundaries of Christchurch, New Zealand, and is fed from springs near Templetons Road and also receives wet weather flows from as far west as Pound Road. It meanders around the base of the Port Hills from west to south-east.-Course:The catchment of the... |
| Name change to Brougham Street | 249.5 | 7.5 | Name change to Opawa Road |
| St Martins St Martins, New Zealand St Martins is an inner suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand, located two kilometres south of the city centre. Primarily a residential area, St Martins was until recently host to a small shopping mall complex situated on Wilsons Road, the main thoroughfare through the suburb... , Woolston Woolston, New Zealand Woolston is a light industrial and residential suburb of Christchurch in the South Island of New Zealand. It is situated three kilometres southeast of the city centre, close to major arterial routes including State Highways 73 and 74 to Banks Peninsula... Garlands Road |
249.6 | 7.4 | Woolston Woolston, New Zealand Woolston is a light industrial and residential suburb of Christchurch in the South Island of New Zealand. It is situated three kilometres southeast of the city centre, close to major arterial routes including State Highways 73 and 74 to Banks Peninsula... , St Martins St Martins, New Zealand St Martins is an inner suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand, located two kilometres south of the city centre. Primarily a residential area, St Martins was until recently host to a small shopping mall complex situated on Wilsons Road, the main thoroughfare through the suburb... Garlands Road |
| Start concurrency with Christchurch Ring Road | End concurrency with Christchurch Ring Road | ||
| Murray Aynsley Murray Aynsley Murray Aynsley is a suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand, located on the fringes of the Port Hills 5 km south-east of the city centre. Situated above the suburb is Glenelg Children's Health Camp. The suburb is named after early Christchurch settler Hugh Murray-Aynsley JP.... , Woolston Woolston, New Zealand Woolston is a light industrial and residential suburb of Christchurch in the South Island of New Zealand. It is situated three kilometres southeast of the city centre, close to major arterial routes including State Highways 73 and 74 to Banks Peninsula... Port Hills Road Curries Road |
250.5 | 6.5 | Woolston Woolston, New Zealand Woolston is a light industrial and residential suburb of Christchurch in the South Island of New Zealand. It is situated three kilometres southeast of the city centre, close to major arterial routes including State Highways 73 and 74 to Banks Peninsula... , Murray Aynsley Murray Aynsley Murray Aynsley is a suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand, located on the fringes of the Port Hills 5 km south-east of the city centre. Situated above the suburb is Glenelg Children's Health Camp. The suburb is named after early Christchurch settler Hugh Murray-Aynsley JP.... Curries Road Port Hills Road |
| Name change to Opawa Road | Name change to Port Hills Road | ||
| Lyttelton Lyttelton, New Zealand Lyttelton is a port town on the north shore of Lyttelton Harbour close to Banks Peninsula, a suburb of Christchurch on the eastern coast of the South Island of New Zealand.... , Woolston Woolston, New Zealand Woolston is a light industrial and residential suburb of Christchurch in the South Island of New Zealand. It is situated three kilometres southeast of the city centre, close to major arterial routes including State Highways 73 and 74 to Banks Peninsula... Tunnel Road  |
252.1 | 4.9 | Woolston Woolston, New Zealand Woolston is a light industrial and residential suburb of Christchurch in the South Island of New Zealand. It is situated three kilometres southeast of the city centre, close to major arterial routes including State Highways 73 and 74 to Banks Peninsula... , Lyttelton Lyttelton, New Zealand Lyttelton is a port town on the north shore of Lyttelton Harbour close to Banks Peninsula, a suburb of Christchurch on the eastern coast of the South Island of New Zealand.... Tunnel Road |
| Start State Highway 73 as Port Hills Road |
End State Highway 73 Continues as Port Hills Road |
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Spur sections
State Highway 73A is a spur section of SH 73 connecting the suburbs of Hornby, New ZealandHornby, New Zealand
Hornby is a major residential and retail suburb at the western edge of Christchurch, New Zealand.-Naming and history:Hornby was apparently named by Frederick William Delamain, who came to Christchurch from England in 1852. The name reportedly refers to Hornby-with-Farleton in Lancashire...
and Sockburn, New Zealand via Main South Road and Blenheim Road. Before 2004 it formed part of the old route of SH 73 and further before that SH 1. It is one of the few state highways in New Zealand to be wholly dual carriageway.
Major intersections
| State Highway 73A |
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| End continues as Main South Road |
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| Springston Springston Springston is a small rural Canterbury township on the South Island of New Zealand. It was developed around the mid-19th century.It has a historic primary school, opened in 1868, which has approximately 160 students. Secondary students usually attend the nearby Lincoln High School.- External links... , Timaru Timaru TimaruUrban AreaPopulation:27,200Extent:Former Timaru City CouncilTerritorial AuthorityName:Timaru District CouncilPopulation:42,867 Land area:2,736.54 km² Mayor:Janie AnnearWebsite:... , Hornby Hornby, New Zealand Hornby is a major residential and retail suburb at the western edge of Christchurch, New Zealand.-Naming and history:Hornby was apparently named by Frederick William Delamain, who came to Christchurch from England in 1852. The name reportedly refers to Hornby-with-Farleton in Lancashire... , Picton Picton, New Zealand Picton is a town in the Marlborough region of New Zealand. It is close to the head of Queen Charlotte Sound near the north-east corner of the South Island. The population was 2928 in the 2006 Census, a decrease of 72 from 2001... Shands Road Carmen Road |
Picton Picton, New Zealand Picton is a town in the Marlborough region of New Zealand. It is close to the head of Queen Charlotte Sound near the north-east corner of the South Island. The population was 2928 in the 2006 Census, a decrease of 72 from 2001... , Hornby Hornby, New Zealand Hornby is a major residential and retail suburb at the western edge of Christchurch, New Zealand.-Naming and history:Hornby was apparently named by Frederick William Delamain, who came to Christchurch from England in 1852. The name reportedly refers to Hornby-with-Farleton in Lancashire... , Timaru Timaru TimaruUrban AreaPopulation:27,200Extent:Former Timaru City CouncilTerritorial AuthorityName:Timaru District CouncilPopulation:42,867 Land area:2,736.54 km² Mayor:Janie AnnearWebsite:... , Springston Springston Springston is a small rural Canterbury township on the South Island of New Zealand. It was developed around the mid-19th century.It has a historic primary school, opened in 1868, which has approximately 160 students. Secondary students usually attend the nearby Lincoln High School.- External links... Carmen Road Shands Road |
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| Prebbleton Prebbleton Prebbleton is a small town in the Canterbury region of New Zealand. It is 11 km southwest of the centre of Christchurch and about 2 km south of the outlying industrial suburb of Hornby.... , Lincoln Lincoln, New Zealand Lincoln is a town in the Selwyn District of Canterbury, New Zealand. The town has a population of 2,727.-Location:It is located on the Canterbury Plains to the west of Banks Peninsula, 22 kilometres south of Christchurch.-History:... Springs Road |
1.7 | 8.3 | Prebbleton Prebbleton Prebbleton is a small town in the Canterbury region of New Zealand. It is 11 km southwest of the centre of Christchurch and about 2 km south of the outlying industrial suburb of Hornby.... , Lincoln Lincoln, New Zealand Lincoln is a town in the Selwyn District of Canterbury, New Zealand. The town has a population of 2,727.-Location:It is located on the Canterbury Plains to the west of Banks Peninsula, 22 kilometres south of Christchurch.-History:... Springs Road |
| Wigram Wigram Wigram is a suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand. Technically called Wigram Park, the second half of its name is rarely if ever heard. The suburb lies close to the industrial estates of Sockburn and the satellite retail and residential zone of Hornby... , Middleton, Sockburn Symes Road Green Lane |
2.1 | 7.9 | Sockburn, Wigram Wigram Wigram is a suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand. Technically called Wigram Park, the second half of its name is rarely if ever heard. The suburb lies close to the industrial estates of Sockburn and the satellite retail and residential zone of Hornby... , Middleton Green Lane Symes Road |
| MAIN SOUTH LINE Main South Line The Main South Line, sometimes referred to as part of the South Island Main Trunk Railway, is a railroad line that runs north and south from Lyttelton in New Zealand through Christchurch and along the east coast of the South Island to Invercargill via Dunedin... |
2.2 | 7.8 | MAIN SOUTH LINE Main South Line The Main South Line, sometimes referred to as part of the South Island Main Trunk Railway, is a railroad line that runs north and south from Lyttelton in New Zealand through Christchurch and along the east coast of the South Island to Invercargill via Dunedin... |
| Broomfield, Yaldhurst Lowther Street Racecourse Road |
2.4 | 7.6 | Broomfield, Yaldhurst Racecourse Road Lowther Street |
| Upper Riccarton, Sockburn Alloy Street Epsom Road Main South Road SOCKBURN ROUNDABOUT |
2.6 | 7.4 | Upper Riccarton, Sockburn Epsom Road Main South Road Alloy Street SOCKBURN ROUNDABOUT |
| Name change to Main South Road | Name change to Blenheim Road | ||
| Upper Riccarton, Halswell Halswell Halswell is a satellite town of Christchurch, New Zealand, located in open country nine kilometres southwest of the city centre on State Highway 75... Curletts Road |
3.8 | 6.2 | Upper Riccarton, Halswell Halswell Halswell is a satellite town of Christchurch, New Zealand, located in open country nine kilometres southwest of the city centre on State Highway 75... Curletts Road |
| End continues as Blenheim Road to Christchurch CBD Christchurch Central City Christchurch Central City is the geographical centre and the heart of Christchurch, New Zealand. It is defined as the area within the four avenues and thus includes the densely built up central city, some less dense surrounding areas of residential, educational and industrial usage, and green... |
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See also
- State Highway 73 at Google Maps
- Great Alpine Highway - a tourist site promoting the road