42-459: The Timaru Herald is a daily provincial newspaper serving the Timaru , South Canterbury and North Otago districts of New Zealand . The current audited daily circulation is about 14,500 copies, with a readership of about 31,000 people. The paper is owned by media company Stuff Ltd . The Timaru Herald was first founded by Thames Advertiser co-owner Alfred G. Horton in 1864. In 1872, he sold
84-459: A 'place of shelter'. However, other authorities allege that Timaru originates from a literal translation of the combination of tī , a cabbage tree and maru , meaning 'shady'. Māori waka seem to have employed the site of Timaru as a place to rest on journeys up and down the eastern coastline for many years before the arrival of the first Europeans in the 19th century. The area includes over 500 sites with traces of Māori rock art, particularly in
126-554: A brief period in the 1920s the Herald was edited by John Hardcastle. He was a journalist with the Herald for about 40 years, but he was also a very keen amateur scientist who has subsequently gained fame for his studies on loess and is now seen as a significant pioneer in the study of palaeoclimatology . By 1957 the Timaru Herald was offering two-colour printing, and in 1988 the paper introduced direct copy entry by journalists. During
168-460: A comprehensive range of community sporting facilities designed to international standards for rugby, tennis, yachting, Hardcourt Bike Polo , swimming, netball, motor racing, cricket, golf, hockey, croquet, pistol shooting, trap shooting, bowls and horse racing. Aorangi Park is Timaru's major sporting venue. The Council also operates the CBAY Complex which includes upgrades to the old swimming pool,
210-527: A history of technical innovation within the New Zealand newspaper industry. At the beginning of the 20th century it became one of the first New Zealand daily papers to replace hand-composed type with Linotype setting. In 1914 the company began New Zealand's first daily rural mail and newspaper delivery service. In 1918, the Timaru Herald acquired the North Otago Times , which it managed until 1930. For
252-958: A population density of 18.3 people per km . Timaru District had a population of 47,547 in the 2023 New Zealand census , an increase of 1,251 people (2.7%) since the 2018 census , and an increase of 3,615 people (8.2%) since the 2013 census . There were 23,478 males, 23,913 females and 159 people of other genders in 19,758 dwellings. 2.4% of people identified as LGBTIQ+ . The median age was 44.6 years (compared with 38.1 years nationally). There were 8,349 people (17.6%) aged under 15 years, 7,449 (15.7%) aged 15 to 29, 20,850 (43.9%) aged 30 to 64, and 10,902 (22.9%) aged 65 or older. People could identify as more than one ethnicity. The results were 87.3% European ( Pākehā ); 10.4% Māori ; 3.5% Pasifika ; 5.8% Asian ; 0.9% Middle Eastern, Latin American and African New Zealanders (MELAA); and 2.9% other, which includes people giving their ethnicity as "New Zealander". English
294-488: A population of 50,100 (June 2024). Timaru is the main city. The next biggest towns in order are Temuka , Geraldine and Pleasant Point . Smaller settlements include Arundel , Cave , Orari and Winchester . The Timaru District Library has branches situated in Timaru, Temuka and Geraldine. Timaru District covers 2,732.41 km (1,054.99 sq mi) and had an estimated population of 50,100 as of June 2024, with
336-1015: A restaurant and gym. Timaru is also home to the Timaru International Motor Raceway , which is one of only 4 permanent sealed motor racing circuits in the South island. Horse races are held at the Phar Lap Raceway. Timaru's main football ground is Sir Basil Arthur Park. It has four senior pitches and six junior pitches. Football is also played at The Caledonian Grounds, Anzac Square, West End Park, Aorangi Park and Marchwiel Park. Clubs include West End AFC , Northern Hearts , Timaru City , Timaru Thistle and Pleasant Point . Timaru has many golf clubs and well-maintained golf courses, including: and in close proximity to these: Timaru has New Zealand's largest Inline speed skating teams, South Canterbury, which has national records in several disciplines. The club has held many national tournaments over
378-564: A total population of 50,100. Caroline Bay beach is a popular recreational area located close to Timaru's main centre, just to the north of the substantial port facilities. Beyond Caroline Bay, the industrial suburb of Washdyke is at a major junction with State Highway 8 , the main route into the Mackenzie Country . This provides a road link to Pleasant Point , Fairlie , Twizel , Lake Tekapo , Aoraki / Mount Cook and Queenstown . Timaru has been built on rolling hills created from
420-599: Is a local government district on New Zealand's South Island , administered by the Timaru District Council. It is part of the larger Canterbury Region . Timaru district was formed in 1989 from the amalgamation of Timaru City, Geraldine borough, Temuka borough and Strathallan County. The Timaru District is located on the east coast of the South Island and stretches inland as far as the Main Divide . The district has
462-480: Is a bi-weekly newspaper, delivered on Wednesdays and Fridays to Oamaru, Kurow, Omarama, Otematata, Maheno, Hampden, Herbert, Moeraki, Palmerston and rural mail deliveries in these areas. Timaru Timaru ( English: / ˈ t ɪ m ə r uː / ; Māori : Te Tihi-o-Maru ) is a port city in the southern Canterbury Region of New Zealand, located 157 km (98 mi) southwest of Christchurch and about 196 km (122 mi) northeast of Dunedin on
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#1732872635861504-494: Is an agricultural service town and port for the South Canterbury regional economy. Timaru is one of the major cargo ports of the South Island, with a number of light manufacturing plants associated with the export and import trade. Many of these producers are concerned with processing, packing, and distributing meat, dairy and other agricultural produce. Timaru is the second largest fishing port in New Zealand. Allan Hubbard
546-475: Is concentrated around the Stafford Street area. In addition there are a number of local shopping malls distributed around the city, with extensive car parking facilities. The South Canterbury Museum is the main museum for the region, containing exhibits relating to physical geography and the environment, fossil remains, Māori rock art, the early settlement of the district, local maritime history, scrimshaw ,
588-420: Is evenly distributed throughout the year, with a very small proportion of it falling as snow. The Timaru urban area is defined by Statistics New Zealand as a medium urban area. It covers 33.98 km (13.12 sq mi) and incorporates sixteen statistical areas. It had an estimated population of 29,600 as of June 2024, with a population density of 871 people per km . Timaru had a population of 27,498 at
630-953: Is home to the annual Summer Carnival that takes place over the Christmas and New Year holiday period. To the south of the city centre are the Timaru Botanic Gardens , first laid out in 1864, with a notable collection of roses and native tree ferns. To the west is the Centennial Park Reserve, opened in 1940, that includes a tranquil 3.5 km walkway following the wooded valley of the Otipua Creek. The DB Mainland Brewery in Sheffield Street offers tours and tasting sessions. The Caroline Bay Carnival, featuring live performances, games, and side shows, takes place from Boxing Day through to mid-January at Caroline Bay Park. Aoraki Tourism
672-551: Is the hapu for Aoraki/Timaru District. Their marae is located just outside Temuka. European settlement began with the construction of a whaling station in 1839 by the Weller brothers of Otago at Patiti Point, close to the present town centre. A supply ship, The Caroline , provided the name for a local bay. Later a sheep station, known as The Levels , was set up on land obtained by the Rhodes brothers, and run by George Rhodes . One of
714-509: Is the local daily newspaper for the district and has been published since the mid nineteenth century. Papers are printed in Ashburton and then distributed throughout the Otago and South Canterbury region. The Herald is owned by Stuff (formerly Fairfax New Zealand ). The High Country Herald , also published by Stuff, has a circulation of 43,000 copies. Timaru District Timaru District
756-451: Is the official tourism body for the whole Timaru District. The Theatre Royal at 118 Stafford Street was home of much of Timaru's live entertainment up to 2019, however it is currently closed for renovations. The South Canterbury Drama League hosts shows at the Playhouse. The Timaru District Library has branches situated in Timaru, Temuka and Geraldine. The first Reading Room was opened in
798-623: The 2018 New Zealand census , an increase of 1,236 people (4.7%) since the 2013 census , and an increase of 1,380 people (5.3%) since the 2006 census . There were 11,502 households, comprising 13,368 males and 14,133 females, giving a sex ratio of 0.95 males per female, with 4,758 people (17.3%) aged under 15 years, 4,893 (17.8%) aged 15 to 29, 11,709 (42.6%) aged 30 to 64, and 6,147 (22.4%) aged 65 or older. Ethnicities were 89.2% European/ Pākehā , 9.3% Māori , 2.4% Pasifika , 5.2% Asian , and 1.8% other ethnicities. People may identify with more than one ethnicity. The percentage of people born overseas
840-638: The South Island Main Trunk Railway runs through Timaru and is a significant freight corridor. Passenger rail services were discontinued after the cancellation of the Southerner in February 2002. Between 1949 and 1970, Timaru was serviced by the South Island Limited , one of the former New Zealand Railways Department 's most prestigious trains. Richard Pearse Airport is to the north of
882-476: The E P Seally natural history collection, and information about Richard Pearse , a local inventor and his attempts at manned flight in the first years of the 20th century. The Aigantighe (a Scots Gaelic word pronounced "egg and tie") Art Gallery in Wai-iti Road is the South Island's third largest art museum. It holds a collection of New Zealand, Pacific, Asian and European art works from the sixteenth century to
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#1732872635861924-536: The School House, Barnard Street in 1862. It was open daily from 5.00pm – 10.00pm and on Saturdays 10.00am – 8.00pm. English and Colonial Newspapers were provided and a selection of Library Books for the use by members. In 1870 the Mechanics Institute was created by an addition on an existing building and aimed to provide a Library, Reading Room and News Room. Timaru Public Library was officially opened in 1909 on
966-422: The census question. Of those at least 15 years old, 4,476 (11.4%) people had a bachelor's or higher degree, 22,488 (57.4%) had a post-high school certificate or diploma, and 10,887 (27.8%) people exclusively held high school qualifications. The median income was $ 38,600, compared with $ 41,500 nationally. 3,267 people (8.3%) earned over $ 100,000 compared to 12.1% nationally. The employment status of those at least 15
1008-767: The chartered accountant and philanthropist established the failed finance company South Canterbury Finance and accounting firm Hubbard Churcher in Timaru and lived locally until his death in a car accident on 2 September 2011. In late September 2024, the Alliance Group proposed closing down its Smithfield meatworks plant, which would affect about 600 jobs. Following consultation, the Alliance Group confirmed in mid-October 2024 that it would close down its Smithfield meat processing plant in December 2024, citing declining sheep processing numbers caused by land-use changes. Retailing
1050-453: The earliest settlers was Captain Henry Cain , who set up a store in 1857 on behalf of Henry Le Cren of Lyttelton , and Le Cren himself moved to Timaru in the following year. Few lived in Timaru until 1859 when the ship SS Strathallan arrived from England, carrying a party of 120 immigrants . Persistent land disputes arose between the Rhodes brothers and local government officials with
1092-643: The eastern Pacific coast of the South Island . The Timaru urban area is home to 29,600 people, and is the largest urban area in South Canterbury , and the third-largest in the Canterbury Region overall, after Christchurch and Rolleston . The town is the seat of the Timaru District , which includes the surrounding rural area and the towns of Geraldine , Pleasant Point and Temuka , which combined have
1134-790: The form of wooden colonial style bungalows set in individual sections of land. Sacred Heart Basilica was opened in 1911. Timaru is situated along the Pacific Ocean coast. Much of the hinterland is farmland. To the north and northeast are the Canterbury Plains . Timaru has a relatively dry temperate climate similar to that of neighbouring Ashburton and Christchurch , classified as oceanic climate (Cfb) by Köppen-Geiger climate classification system . Temperatures are warm in summer and mild in winter, with Timaru's extreme maximum temperature being 41.3 °C on 6 February 2011 and extreme minimum temperature of −9.1 °C on 3 August 1998. Rain
1176-554: The late 1980s it was the first newspaper in the South Pacific to employ fully computerised page layout and production systems. In 2005 printing moved to Guardian Print, of Ashburton . In April 2013 printing moved to Fairfax Print & Logistics in Christchurch . Since 30 April 2018, it is published six days a week, Monday to Friday in a tabloid format, and on Saturdays in a broadsheet format, with full process colour printing. It
1218-432: The lava flows of the extinct Mt Horrible volcano, which last erupted thousands of years ago. The result is that most of the main streets are undulating, a clear contrast with the flat landscape of the Canterbury Plains to the north. This volcanic rock is used for the construction of local " bluestone " buildings. The origin of the name 'Timaru' is disputed. Some believe that it derives from Māori Te Maru , which can mean
1260-463: The newspaper to fund a lengthy visit to England. Initially it appeared as a weekly paper, and then in bi- and tri-weekly form, before eventually becoming a daily morning paper from 1875. By the mid–1870s, the Timaru Herald had become the dominant newspaper in Timaru with its main rival being the South Canterbury Times . In early 1876, the newspaper launched a weekly newspaper, which
1302-445: The present Timaru District Council site. It was a Carnegie library , built with a 3,000 pound grant from Andrew Carnegie of New York – the condition under which the money was given was that the reading rooms should be open to everyone and that the lending Library should be free to ratepayers of the borough. The current library was opened on Sophia Street by the roundabout in 1979. It was designed by Miles, Warren and Mahoney. Timaru has
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1344-536: The present day and includes a sculpture garden . The gallery was founded in 1956 and is housed in a homestead built in 1908. Timaru has with a number of open spaces, public gardens and parks. The Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden at Caroline Bay Park is a major feature of the Timaru Piazza development. The parkland of the Bay Area contains a mini golf course, a roller skating rink, a maze and staging for musical events. It
1386-443: The result that two townships were established in the port area, Government Town and Rhodestown. These eventually merged into a single community in 1868. Given this division, until recently none of the main north-south streets lined up. Stafford Street, which became the main thoroughfare, was formed along the early bullock wagon trail. Following the loss of a number of vessels off the coast, the breakwater design by Engineer John Goodall
1428-556: The rock overhangs and caves of the Opuha and Ōpihi river valleys, to the west of modern-day Timaru. Archaeologists have suggested that Māori iwi (tribes) were permanently settled in the district before 1400 AD. During the 17th or 18th century the resident Ngāti Mamoe were driven southwards into Fiordland by an invasion of the Ngāi Tahu , who came from the North Island. Te Runanga o Arowhenua
1470-652: The town. It is equipped to handle light aircraft and short haul domestic flights, with regular services to Wellington The "Timaru Link" bus service runs weekdays and the on demand bus service known as "MyWay" run daily. Timaru's water comes from the Pareora River and Ōpihi River , and is stored in the Claremont Reservoir. Timaru's water is treated with ozone and is chlorinated. Further information: List of schools in Canterbury, New Zealand The Timaru Herald
1512-556: The years and holds the annual tour of Timaru. Timaru is on State Highway 1 (SH1), the main road route down the eastern coast of the South Island. There are regular coach and minibus services to Christchurch , Dunedin , Invercargill , Queenstown and the Mackenzie Country , leaving from outside the Visitor Information Centre, which provides booking facilities and other travel services. The Main South Line section of
1554-567: Was 13.8, compared with 27.1% nationally. Although some people chose not to answer the census's question about religious affiliation, 47.8% had no religion, 40.9% were Christian , 0.3% had Māori religious beliefs , 0.9% were Hindu , 0.3% were Muslim , 0.3% were Buddhist and 1.8% had other religions. Of those at least 15 years old, 2,892 (12.7%) people had a bachelor's or higher degree, and 5,742 (25.3%) people had no formal qualifications. 2,979 people (13.1%) earned over $ 70,000 compared to 17.2% nationally. The employment status of those at least 15
1596-516: Was adopted and work started on the redevelopment of the artificial port in 1877, which eventually caused sand washed south down the Pacific shoreline to build up against the northern mole. This was the beginning of the extensive land reclamation around the Caroline Bay district, an area which is still growing today. Timaru continued to expand during the 20th century, with much of the development taking
1638-586: Was later renamed the Geraldine County Chronicle in 1879. The Chronicle ceased publication in late 1884. By 1885, the journalist T. Triggs worked as an editor for The Herald . When the newspaper was sold in 1886, he left to work for the Christchurch –based The Press . In 1887, the former businessman and mayor Edward G. Kerr acquired the Timaru Herald , bringing both the Herald and South Canterbury Times under his ownership. The Herald has
1680-626: Was previously printed in a broadsheet format on Monday to Friday. The South Canterbury Herald (formerly the High Country Herald ) is a weekly newspaper, delivered on Wednesdays. It is free to residents and can be viewed free at the Fairfax Media Digital Edition website (under Select Title). It is distributed to Timaru, Temuka, Geraldine, Waimate, Pleasant Point, Albury, Fairlie, Lake Tekapo, Ohau, Twizel, Mount Cook and rural mail deliveries in these areas. The Waitaki Herald
1722-541: Was spoken by 97.4%, Māori language by 1.9%, Samoan by 0.9% and other languages by 7.7%. No language could be spoken by 1.6% (e.g. too young to talk). New Zealand Sign Language was known by 0.6%. The percentage of people born overseas was 16.0, compared with 28.8% nationally. Religious affiliations were 36.7% Christian , 0.9% Hindu , 0.4% Islam , 0.3% Māori religious beliefs , 0.4% Buddhist , 0.4% New Age , and 1.1% other religions. People who answered that they had no religion were 51.8%, and 8.1% of people did not answer
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1764-595: Was that 10,791 (47.5%) people were employed full-time, 3,264 (14.4%) were part-time, and 648 (2.8%) were unemployed. The mayor of Timaru District is Nigel Bowen. Timaru is part of the parliamentary electorate of Rangitata , represented by James Meager of the New Zealand National Party . Jo Luxton is a local list MP in the electorate from the New Zealand Labour Party . Timaru District has established four sister city relationships. Timaru
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