This Anzac Day we can all still remember those who have fallen, by placing poppies in our windows. Select from 6 different designs, colour in, add your own touches and place in your window or on your letterbox. Or, design and create your very own poppy tribute to be displayed in pride of place. Feel free to share pictures of your […]
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5 Best things to do this Winter in Geraldine.
Winter in Geraldine is anything but dull, from the eccentric, colourful Ukefest through to the twinkling magic of the Lantern Walk, there is a lot to surprise and entertain! It’s a time to wrap up warm, stoke up the fire for your return and get out to experience the best Geraldine has to offer for the winter season. As the […]
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The Best Things to See and Do around the District of Timaru.
The picturesque town of Geraldine offers plenty of activities – both energetic and leisurely for holiday makers and travellers. It is also the perfect place to stay while enjoying all that the Timaru District has to offer. Check out the best bits of the District to make your visit to Geraldine even more memorable. Timaru: With a rich history as […]
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Historic Homesteads and Gardens to visit around Geraldine
The district of Geraldine has a proud pioneering history, with many families still retaining strong ties to the land settled by their forefathers more than 150 years ago. To take a step back in time and learn more about this past you’ll find plenty of information at the interesting Geraldine Historical Museum and by visiting some of the original homesteads […]
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Geraldine – A foodie’s paradise.
South Canterbury is often referred to as the food bowl of New Zealand so comes as no surprise that the rich, fertile countryside around Geraldine boasts some of the most amazing produce our country has to offer. Turning high quality fresh produce into delicious fare that will delight the most discerning of palates has become the trademark of Geraldine. Chief […]
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Top Tips for Retirement in Geraldine.
Geraldine is a picturesque village located in South Canterbury with an enviable climate, great community spirit and excellent facilities for seniors. The town has long been known as an excellent place to enjoy retirement, offering all sorts of activities, both active and more leisurely, to suit everyone as well as a friendly welcoming and safe community where you’ll soon feel […]
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Get High Quality Education in Geraldine for your Children.
Families moving to the area will be delighted with the excellent range of high quality educational providers in the Geraldine area. All enjoy excellent reputations and high standards while managing to offer unique cultures and opportunities to suit children of all interests. Early Childhood Care and Education (0-6 yrs): Geraldine Kindergarten has been a main stay of the Geraldine community […]
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All you need to know about moving to Geraldine.
Are you thinking about moving to Geraldine? You’ll find an attractive boutique village nestled among the foothills of the Southern Alps, where people still greet one another in the street and popping to the supermarket for a pint of milk often becomes a social outing in its own right. The town has the unique distinction of being both a rural […]
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Best Low Cost Summer Family Activities in Geraldine
There are plenty of fun activities for families to make the most of those long hot summer days … *Splash around in one of the many water holes dotted around the district. Check out the Orari, Te Moana and Waihi gorges for old fashioned summer water fun *Grab an ice cream and wander along the shady riverside trails *Get on […]
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Take a Walk on the Wild Side in Geraldine
From a relaxed riverside stroll, hidden just steps from the bustling town centre, to challenging hikes through native forest, Geraldine has plenty to offer walkers of all levels. The riverside walk, located right in the heart of Geraldine, winds its way along the Waihi River taking in Rhododendron Dell, magnificent in spring, as well as a small oasis of native […]
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