Port of Timaru, New Zealand
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Port City Details & Statistics
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Population: Pop. Year: Land Area: Density: Latitude: Longitude: Timezone: |
42,867 2006 1,056.6 mi2 41 / mi2 44.3875° S 171.2615° E UTC +12:00 |
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Timaru is New Zealand’s South Island port town known for its Victorian architecture. Ships dock at the modern Timaru harbor. The arrival presents the iconic Caroline Bay and the dramatic Southern Alps backdrop.
The port opens onto the Mackenzie Country and the Aoraki Mount Cook. Nearby the lively city center and the historic old town add immediate charm. Calm Pacific waters provide stable berthing.
Annual events include the Timaru Festival of the Arts and the traditional South Canterbury festivals, signature fresh lamb and seafood, and the strong Scottish and Māori heritage. Timaru embodies New Zealand’s authentic southern port character.
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| Port Name | Distance |
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| Christchurch (Lyttelton), New Zealand | 90.26 miles (NE) |
| Akaroa, New Zealand | 93.27 miles (NE) |
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Port of Timaru, New Zealand Ship Tracking Map
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