Blogs
A rare find in West Melton
Friday, 18 November 2022
Interact with a new animal at Glenlothian Farm in West Melton. Read more about owner Glenda Goatley and her journey with rare breeds.
Selwyn Bus Trip: Porters and Craigieburn
Tuesday, 11 October 2022
Read about Charlie Murray and his friend’s mountain biking adventures in the heart of Selwyn’s backcountry, the Craigieburn range.
Your guide to Garden Centres and Nurseries in Selwyn
Tuesday, 4 October 2022
Follow our guide to find flowers that will put a smile on your face, all sourced from local Selwyn companies and markets.
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Selwyn Bus Trip: Mt White Station
Thursday, 29 September 2022
Read Charlie Murray’s story about their Selwyn Bus Trip and learn what he gets up to with his mountain bike rider friends at Mt White Station.
West Melton’s must-see gardens
Thursday, 29 September 2022
Explore some of the best gardens on offer in West Melton.
Must-see gardens near Rolleston
Tuesday, 27 September 2022
Witness some of the most beautiful gardens on offer near Rolleston.
Tucked away in the village of Castle Hill
Thursday, 15 September 2022
Hear from some of Castle Hill’s locals about what makes their village and community special.
Free Skiing in Selwyn
Tuesday, 16 August 2022
Some of New Zealand’s Freeride World Tour champs began on the slopes of Selwyn’s ski fields. Ollie Hunt shares how his own experience at “the clubbies” prepared him for the Freeride World Tour competitions.
Malvern A&P Show
Tuesday, 16 August 2022
The Malvern A&P show showcases Selwyn’s communities’ most prized animals, crops and much more, as it has for the last 120 years.
Rediscover the Selwyn Six
Friday, 12 August 2022
Rediscover the six ski fields in Selwyn and find out why they are claimed to be the soul of New Zealand freeride.
Selwyn Six: The Best of Selwyn’s Backcountry
Friday, 12 August 2022
Anna Keeling, Craigieburn Backcountry Ski and Mountain Guide, gives guidelines on backcountry skiing and a rundown of the six Selwyn ski fields, from North to South.
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Ski Selwyn - Tips for First Timers
Friday, 5 August 2022
New to skiing the Selwyn mountain ranges? Read through our helpful first timer tips to make sure you have an epic day on the snow!