Rangiora Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
largest town and seat of the Waimakariri District, in Canterbury Region, New Zealand.
About Rangiora
Rangiora had a population of 15,000 (in 2013). The urban population grew by over 10% in the previous five years, while the rural population has increased more than 25%. Rangiora suffered damage in the 2010–11 Canterbury earthquakes and a few parts still remain to be fixed. Rangiora has seen exponential growth since the 2011 Christchurch earthquake, which pushed a lot more people out to Rangiora. It is very popular with people migrating from the UK. The highest official temperature ever recorded in New Zealand was 42.4°C (108.3°F) at Rangiora on 7 February 1973. It is usually 1 degree hotter than in Christchurch.
Top Attractions in Rangiora
Explore the best things to see and do in Rangiora:
- ★Ashley Rakahuri Regional Park
- ★Dudley Park Aquatic Centre
- ★Dudley Park Skate Park
- ★Mitre 10 mega Gymnastics facility
- ★Northbrook Colonial Museum
- ★Rangiora Museum
- ★St John the Baptist Church
Where to Stay in Rangiora
- 🏨Lilybrook Motel
Rangiora Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 11 sections including: