Wide-open spaces, a strong sense of community and a rich rural heritage make Hororātā a place where life feels connected. Home to the iconic Hororātā Highland Games and Glow Festival, this welcoming township offers a lifestyle with more space, more balance and room to thrive.
Hororātā township stretches around the base of Hororātā Downs. The Māori translation of Hororātā- means "drooping rātā", after the large number of rātā growing in the district.
Nestled beneath the rolling Hororātā Downs, this welcoming township is known for its wide-open landscapes, rich heritage and vibrant community spirit. Home to the iconic Hororātā Highland Games and the much-loved Hororātā Glow Festival, it's a place where people come together and community thrives.
Surrounded by productive farmland and within easy reach of Christchurch, Hororātā offers the opportunity to enjoy a slower pace of life without sacrificing access to work, services and adventure. Whether it's raising a family, exploring the outdoors, or simply enjoying more time for what matters, Hororātā is a place where lifestyle comes first.
For those seeking a lifestyle promotion, Hororātā offers something increasingly rare: room to breathe, space to grow and a community that feels like home.
Selwyn is a district of villages, each with its own identity, character and sense of belonging. Families are supported by quality schools, modern community facilities, libraries, sports centres, parks and recreation spaces. More than one in five residents are under 15 years old, reflecting the strong family focus that underpins many of the district's communities. The district also has a younger median age than New Zealand overall, highlighting its appeal to people building careers, raising families and creating futures.
Whether you're looking for a vibrant urban community, a rural village, a lifestyle property or a place where your children can grow up with room to explore, there is a place for you in Selwyn.
What connects them all is a shared sense of community, easy access to nature, and the freedom that comes from spending less time commuting and more time living.
Selwyn is one of those rare places that still feels untouched - a part of Aotearoa New Zealand where wide-open spaces, genuine local hospitality, and spectacular landscapes remain beautifully unspoiled. From the mountains to the plains and out to the coast, there’s a sense of freedom and authenticity
here that’s becoming harder to find.
