B&B / Holiday Rentals
If you like to be pampered, you’ll love staying in one of the region’s many Bed & Breakfast options, or if you prefer to look after yourself there are holiday home rentals in all of the region’s most beautiful spots.
Discover many wonderful boutique and character Bed & Breakfast accommodation options, some full of character and history while others are modern purpose built. Immerse yourself in the hospitality of local families or relax in a secluded romantic setting – the choice is yours.
If you prefer independence, rental Holiday homes and cottages are an ideal choice especially for families or groups. A wide range throughout Waimate, Timaru and Mackenzie districts of South Canterbury, often nestled into established gardens, spectacular mountain beach or bush views, with plenty of comfort and space.
B&B & Holiday Home Rentals Businesses – Book Online
One night is never enough. Choose your ideal holiday home or B&B getaway for a few days or longer.
Tekapo Village, Lake Tekapo 69 Keane Road, Pleasant Point 25 Glencairn Road, Twizel 12 Hooker Crescent, Twizel 161 Downs Road, Geraldine Downs, New Zealand 242 Cricklewood Road, FairlieDiscover Tekapo Accommodation
Magnolia Cottage
Rosedale Cottages
Alty Cleaning Services Limited
Kotare Homestay BandB
Shear-Vue Farmstay Fairlie
Featured Events
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05jun11:00 am2:00 pmSOLOMON ISLANDS CYCLONE FUNDRAISER
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Multicultural Aoraki are collaborating with Pasifika O Aoraki to run a fundraising event to support our families and communities in the
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Multicultural Aoraki are collaborating with Pasifika O Aoraki to run a fundraising event to support our families and communities in the Solomon Islands affected by the recent cyclone.
If you would like to help, we are selling lunchboxes as part of our fundraiser. Please flick us a comment or send us a message to place your order.
All the details are on the flyer.
Thank you so much for your love, kindness, and support. Every little bit will make a difference for our families back home.
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Multicultural Aoraki
27 Sophia Street, Timaru
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Multicultural Aoraki
06jun6:00 pm11:59 pmGumboots After Dark Gala Evening
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Celebrate the centennial milestone with an elegant Gala evening featuring a live auction in support of the Aoraki Foundation Women’s Fund.Brought
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Celebrate the centennial milestone with an elegant Gala evening featuring a live auction in support of the Aoraki Foundation Women’s Fund.
Brought to you by Aoraki South Canterbury Rural Women NZ.
Guests will enjoy a two-course seated dinner, live entertainment, and a wonderful night of connection and celebration.
Enjoy a night out with partners & friends at this memorable occasion.
RSVP by 31 May 2026
Enquiries to: aorakiscrwnz@gmail.com
Cost: $80 single, $150 double, $650 for a table of 10
Tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/aoraki-centennial-gala
Formal attire encouraged.
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Landing Service Conference Centre
09jun6:15 pm9:00 pmCaterpillar - A Movie Fundraiser for Family Works
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Join us for a gold old fashioned movie night fundraiser where your funds go towards helping others in your community through our Family Works Services. The movie follows three generations of
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Join us for a gold old fashioned movie night fundraiser where your funds go towards helping others in your community through our Family Works Services.
The movie follows three generations of women living in a Wellington villa in 2003. It is centred around the struggles of a teenage girl, a middle-aged mother and a grandmother with a private obsession with butterflies. Exploring the themes of love, ambition and change – a must see for Mums and Daughters.
Doors open at 6:15pm with the movie starting at 7pm.
We will be operating raffles so don’t forget some cash!
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Movie Max Digital Cinema
18jun8:30 am1:00 pmEmpowering Women ConferenceEmpowering Women Conference: The Power Within
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A celebration of women’s strength, adaptability, and determination, highlighting how the same mental and emotional resilience that fuels athletic success can transform leadership, entrepreneurship, and
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A celebration of women’s strength, adaptability, and determination, highlighting how the same mental and emotional resilience that fuels athletic success can transform leadership, entrepreneurship, and personal wellbeing.
The event explores resilience as a shared skillset that transcends boundaries between business, life, and sport, focusing on growth through challenge, community support, and mindset mastery.
MC: Beth Park
Keynote Speakers:
Dame Sophie Pascoe – Dare to dream.
New Zealand’s most decorated Paralympian, with 11 gold medals to her name. She’s inspired generations of New Zealanders with her achievements in the pool. Now as a Westpac ambassador, she’s inspiring New Zealanders with her story. By learning the power of positivity, setting goals and working relentlessly to achieve them, she’s overcome adversity to become a sporting hero and role model for young New Zealanders. Dame Sophie Pascoe will join us in person.
Brooke Roberts – Sharesies Founder
Brooke Roberts is the co-founder and co-CEO of Sharesies, the wealth app transforming access to investing across New Zealand and Australia. Passionate about financial empowerment and equality, she’s helped over half a million people grow their wealth. An award-winning entrepreneur, author, and mother of two, Brooke champions using business as a force for good and empowering women to lead boldly. Brooke Roberts will join us virtually.
Additional speakers TBC.
Join us for an inspiring day designed to elevate, empower, and energise. This will be one of the most anticipated events of the year. Dame Sophie Pascoe will be joining us in person, Brooke Roberts will be joining us virtually. Limited seats available, once they’re gone, they’re gone.
Book below today to avoid missing out!
Would you like to donate a ticket to a South Canterbury community member to attend? Please book your extra ticket and then contact Stacey to advise: stacey@scchamber.org.nz | 03 555 5093
Light refreshments included, cash bar & prizes up for grabs!
Need assistance? Contact South Canterbury Chamber of Commerce Events & Marketing Manager Stacey Gallagher, stacey@scchamber.org.nz | 03 555 5093
A special thank you to our Empowering Women Premier Sponsor, Gresson Dorman & Co, and our Support Sponsors, Compass Business Partners, Westpac & ChamberWorks.
Your generous support enables us to bring these impactful conferences to the women of South Canterbury, creating opportunities for connection, growth, and empowerment across our community.
Date: Thursday, 18th June, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Location: Landing Services Conference Centre, 2 George Street, Timaru, 7910
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South Canterbury Chamber of Commerce
Landing Service Conference Centre
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Brooke Roberts - Sharesies
Brooke Roberts is the co-founder and co-CEO of Sharesies, the wealth app transforming access to investing across New Zealand and Australia. Passionate about financial empowerment and equality, she’s helped over half a million people grow their wealth. An award-winning entrepreneur, author, and mother of two, Brooke champions using business as a force for good and empowering women to lead boldly. Brooke Roberts will join us virtually.
Dame Sophie Pascoe - Dare to dream.
New Zealand’s most decorated Paralympian, with 11 gold medals to her name. She’s inspired generations of New Zealanders with her achievements in the pool. Now as a Westpac ambassador, she’s inspiring New Zealanders with her story. By learning the power of positivity, setting goals and working relentlessly to achieve them, she’s overcome adversity to become a sporting hero and role model for young New Zealanders. Dame Sophie Pascoe will join us in person.
09jul4:30 pm7:30 pmMatariki Night Market
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Join us for our Annual Matariki Night Market! 📅 Thursday 9 July ⏰ 4:30pm – 7:30pm 📍 Stafford Street – The Exchange – Heart of Timaru’s CBD Stafford Street will come alive
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Join us for our Annual Matariki Night Market!
📅 Thursday 9 July
⏰ 4:30pm – 7:30pm
📍 Stafford Street – The Exchange – Heart of Timaru’s CBD
Stafford Street will come alive with the buzz of live music, kapa haka performances, cultural activities and a fantastic range of food and craft stalls. Bring the whānau and enjoy a vibrant winter evening in the heart of our city.
A huge thank you to Timaru District Council, Venture Timaru, Timaru Artisan Farmers Market, the Timaru CBD Group, and all the amazing businesses in The Exchange for their support and involvement.
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Stafford Street
Stafford Street Timaru 7910
03oct(oct 3)10:00 am04(oct 4)4:00 pmHorsepower RallyKYLE PARK FAMILY FUN DAYS
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Our biennial Horsepower Rally showcasing the history of South Canterbury farming through the years. This fun family day is a relaxed, fun filled event, for all the family, while still
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Our biennial Horsepower Rally showcasing the history of South Canterbury farming through the years. This fun family day is a relaxed, fun filled event, for all the family, while still keeping a hold of the past, so our little ones don’t forget.
The Kyle Park Transport Museum event – Horsepower Rally – is a key fundraising event on our biennial calendar and has grown considerably over the years. Upwards of 800 exhibitors and over 10,000 visitors attend over 2 days of fun at the well-equipped Levels International Motor Raceway in Timaru. This event is ideal for the whole family with entertainment, music, food, fun activities, and displays happening all day long.
3 – 4 October 2026, at Kyle Park, 33 Brosnan’s Road, Levels, Timaru
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Kyle Park
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