Hurunui Postcodes: 7310 to 7895 | Canterbury

Key Facts

Hurunui is a territorial authority district located in the northern part of the Canterbury region on New Zealand's South Island. Covering an area of approximately 8,661 square kilometers, Hurunui is one of the largest districts in Canterbury, stretching from the Pacific coast inland to the Southern Alps. The district takes its name from the Hurunui River, which flows through the area and provides important water resources for agriculture and recreation. With a population of around 12,000 residents, Hurunui maintains a rural character with several small towns including Amberley, Cheviot, and Hanmer Springs serving as population centers. The district is administratively divided into three wards - Amuri, Cheviot, and Hanmer - which encompass various communities and rural areas. Hurunui's economy is primarily based on agriculture, particularly sheep and cattle farming, along with growing tourism centered around the thermal pools of Hanmer Springs and the scenic landscapes of the inland areas. The district offers access to postal code information for its various towns and rural delivery routes through New Zealand's comprehensive addressing system.

Neighboring Regions

• Kaikōura District
• Marlborough District
• Selwyn District
• Waimakariri District
• Waitaki District