From the Southern Alps to the sea, Waikirikiri Selwyn’s diverse towns are spread across the Canterbury Plains between two mighty braided rivers. This is where ideas take root, families and businesses grow, and communities come together. We don’t just dream of a better future, we make it happen.
WIN a Selwyn Winter Escape
Thanks to the support of the Lake Coleridge Tourism Group, visitors have the chance to win one of several winter escape prize packages, each showcasing a different experience in the stunning high country.
Entering is simple. Just visit selwyn.nz/win, choose the package that best suits your idea of the perfect winter break, and enter your email address. That’s it — you’re in the draw. Want to boost your chances even further? You can earn a bonus entry by using the new AI Itinerary Guide to build your own custom trip plan. Entries are open now and close on Sunday 16 August, with winners drawn shortly after.
Take the back roads, breathe mountain air, and enjoy great kai and local stories along the way.
With great schools, safe towns, and room to breathe, Selwyn is the lifestyle upgrade you’ve been looking for. We work hard, look out for each other, and make time for what matters.
Don’t just dream big, get stuck in and grow. From food production to tech and research, we’ve got the space, the people, and the mindset to get things done.
Come hungry, meet the makers, and taste what makes Selwyn special. Our cafés, vineyards, and eateries serve food grown right here. Local flavours tell the story of our land and the pride of those who grow and make it.
Whether you’re part of a community group, business, or school – get inspired, download the toolkit, and share your own Selwyn story. Learn how locals helped shape this story and explore how others are bringing the story to life.
There are so many career and lifestyle opportunities in Waikirikiri Selwyn.
Take the quiz to discover your Selwyn lifestyle match.