New Brighton
in Christchurch City of Canterbury, New Zealand

Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
-43.517 and 172.733 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
S -43° 31' 0" and E 172° 44' 0"
Currency and Currency Code:
Dollar - NZD
Spoken languages:
English, Maori
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 02:57 AM (Friday)
Timezone: Pacific/Auckland
UTC/GMT offset: 12 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
7:15 am and 5:38 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
43.517 and -7.267 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Reja
References
This place on Wikipedia
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Current travel safety evaluation for New Zealand in Australia and New Zealand

Safety Score: 3,0 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to New Zealand.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning New Zealand. Last Update: 2024-04-25 08:17:04

Delve into New Brighton

New Brighton in Christchurch City (Canterbury) is located in New Zealand about 186 mi (or 299 km) south-west of Wellington, the country's capital town.

Current time in New Brighton is now 02:57 AM (Friday). The local timezone is named Pacific / Auckland with an UTC offset of 12 hours. We know of 9 airports close to New Brighton, of which two are larger airports. The closest airport in New Zealand is Christchurch International Airport in a distance of 10 mi (or 17 km), West. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

If you need a hotel, we compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

While being here, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Christchurch, Greymouth, Richmond, Nelson and Blenheim. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 19°C / 66 °F

Morning Temperature 12°C / 54 °F
Evening Temperature 15°C / 59 °F
Night Temperature 11°C / 51 °F
Chance of rainfall 0%
Air Humidity 46%
Air Pressure 997 hPa
Wind Speed Fresh Breeze with 16 km/h (10 mph) from South-East
Cloud Conditions Overcast clouds, covering 100% of sky
General Conditions Overcast clouds

Friday, 26th of April 2024

15°C (59 °F)
7°C (44 °F)
Light rain, moderate breeze, clear sky.

Saturday, 27th of April 2024

12°C (54 °F)
10°C (49 °F)
Few clouds, light breeze.

Sunday, 28th of April 2024

14°C (57 °F)
11°C (52 °F)
Sky is clear, gentle breeze, clear sky.

Hotels and Places to Stay

Purple-der House Accommodation

Address
1,4 mi
148 Palmers Road, N. Brighton
8083 Christchurch
New Zealand

Time Information

Checkout: 10:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Le Petit Hotel

Address
3,7 mi
16 Marriner St Sumner
8081 Christchurch
New Zealand

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Arcadia Motel

Address
3,4 mi
564 Ferry Rd
8023 Christchurch
New Zealand

Time Information

Checkout: 10:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Finlay Banks

Address
3,5 mi
7 Banks Avenue, Burwood
8061 Christchurch
New Zealand

Time Information

Checkout: 10:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Garden Hotel Christchurch

Address
3,7 mi
110 Marshland Road
8061 Christchurch
New Zealand

Time Information

Checkout: 10:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Adorian Motel

Address
4,1 mi
347 Worcester Street
8011 Christchurch
New Zealand

Time Information

Checkout: 10:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Haka Lodge Christchurch - Hostel

Address
2,9 mi
518 Linwood Ave.
8062 Christchurch
New Zealand

Time Information

Checkout: 10:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Videos from this area

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Burwood Then and Now - A Drone's Eye View

Published: April 05, 2015
Length: 59:01 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: Jimmy Ryan

Filmed on April 3, 2015 in the remains of Burwood in Christchurch. The sheer size of the area is immense. Gathering all the shots took me more than 2 hours The map in the bottom left corner...


New Brighton Water Park

Published: February 21, 2013
Length: 39:20 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: spinwebnz

http://newbrightonwaterpark.co.nz The Concept Plan by inspired supporters of New Brighton. Mission- to have this plan included in the Master Plan for the rebuild of New Brighton. An all-season...


1956-s szabadsagharc megemlékezése a chch-i magyarklubban Uj-zeland

Published: December 09, 2012
Length: 00:21 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: csizo filmjei

1956-s szabadságharc 56.évfordulójának megemlékezése a christchurchi magyarklubban, Új-zéland Chch, 2012. október 21..


SBHS Mid Winter Swim and Haka 2008

Published: February 10, 2009
Length: 38:32 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: shirleyschool

Shirey Boys' High School students participate in a Haka and mid-winter swim in the frigid waters of New Brighton as a fund raiser for the Oncology Department. Filmed and produced by Peter...


High Jump 1.85m

Published: October 23, 2007
Length: 24:18 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: 78nacnud

Practicing at 1.85m.


New Brighton beach in Christchurch

Published: June 21, 2014
Length: 00:16 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Ali Rafeeq

New Brighton beach and pier in Christchurch, New Zealand.


2BROs (Zombie Short Film) DVPP 2013 Major Project

Published: December 05, 2013
Length: 38:18 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Oliver Denman


Sunrise Time-lapse

Published: June 07, 2013
Length: 41:53 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Steven Lindsay

This is my first attempt at time-lapse photography. This was taken at New Brighton Beach, Christchurch New Zealand.


IEI Surfing Lesson

Published: September 30, 2008
Length: 52:43 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: englishschoolnz

International English Institute language school activity: Surfing lesson at New Brighton Beach, Christchurch, New Zealand. www.english.school.nz.


24 hour emergency plumbers & drainlayers Christchurch nz (03) 741 3107

Published: June 07, 2013
Length: 55:00 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: GA XZ

Need a plumber or drain cleared now! For best 24 hour emergency plumbers in Christchurch. Guaranteed, expert plumbing and craftmanship, great service at a price that won't break your bank.


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Heathcote River

The Heathcote River lies within the city boundaries of Christchurch, New Zealand, and is fed from springs near Templetons Road and also receives wet weather flows from as far west as Pound Road. It meanders around the base of the Port Hills from west to south-east.

Located at -43.5577, 172.709 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Geography of Christchurch, Rivers of the Canterbury Region

Queen Elizabeth II Park

For the Queen Elizabeth Park on the Kapiti Coast, see Queen Elizabeth Park, New Zealand Queen Elizabeth II Park QEii 250pxLocation Christchurch, New ZealandCoordinates {{#invoke:Coordinates|coord}}{{#coordinates:43|29|29|S|172|42|19|E| |primary |name= }}Built 1973Opened 1974Capacity 25,000Tenants Christchurch United (1974-present)1974 British Commonwealth Games Queen Elizabeth II Park was a multi-use stadium in Christchurch, New Zealand. The stadium had a capacity of 25,000 people.

Located at -43.4914, 172.705 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Association football venues in New Zealand, Stadiums of the Commonwealth Games, Swimming venues in New Zealand, Sports venues in Christchurch, Cricket grounds in New Zealand

Aranui High School

Aranui High School is a large secondary school for Years 9-13, in Christchurch, New Zealand. A redevelopment of the school is occurring 2009-2011.

Located at -43.5161, 172.696 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Secondary schools in Christchurch, Educational institutions established in 1960, 1960 establishments in New Zealand

Burwood, New Zealand

Burwood is a north-eastern suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand. The suburb is mostly a residential area and is centred around Burwood Hospital, Travis Wetland Nature Heritage Park and Bottle Lake Forest (a 31-acre recreation, forested area). Recently, the local iwi, Ngai Tahu, created a new subdivision in the area, naming it 'Tumara Park'. Burwood contains two schools: Burwood Primary School and Windsor School.

Located at -43.5, 172.7 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Suburbs of Christchurch

Avondale, Canterbury

Avondale is a suburb of Christchurch in the South Island of New Zealand. It is located 6 kilometres northeast of the city center, and is close to the Avon River, four kilometers to the northwest of its estuary. The suburb is centered around Avondale Road and so named due to its proximity to the Avon River. Chisnallwood Intermediate is the main Intermediate school in the eastern suburbs, and is located in Avondale.

Located at -43.5046, 172.694 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Suburbs of Christchurch

Avon River (Canterbury)

The Avon River flows through the centre of the city of Christchurch, New Zealand, and out to an estuary, which it shares with the Heathcote River, the Avon Heathcote Estuary.

Located at -43.528, 172.726 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Rivers of the Canterbury Region, Geography of Christchurch

Avon Heathcote Estuary

The Avon Heathcote Estuary is the largest semi-enclosed shallow estuary in Canterbury and remains one of New Zealand’s most important coastal wetlands. It is well known as an internationally important habitat for migratory birds, and it is an important recreational playground and educational resource. It was once highly valued for mahinga kai (Māori for food gathering).

Located at -43.547, 172.723 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Rivers of the Canterbury Region, Geography of Christchurch, Estuaries of New Zealand

Village Green, Christchurch

Village Green is Christchurch's back-up first-class cricket ground in New Zealand. Located alongside the main stadium of Queen Elizabeth II Park, Village Green is often used for inter-provincial competition when the AMI Stadium is not available. The Village Green will host a test cricket match in March 2013.

Located at -43.4931, 172.709 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Sports venues in Christchurch, Cricket grounds in New Zealand

Districts of the same city

These districts belong to New Brighton.

Popular in vicinity

These are some bigger and more relevant cities in the wider vivinity of New Brighton.

capture of the webcam Aranui › South: SH74 Pages Rd, Christchurch

Aranui › South: SH74 Pages Rd, Christchurch, Aranui (source)

capture of the webcam Bromley › North: SH74 Linwood Ave, Christchurch

Bromley › North: SH74 Linwood Ave, Christchurch, Bromley (source)

capture of the webcam Burwood › South: SH74 New Brighton Rd Roundabout, Christchurch

Burwood › South: SH74 New Brighton Rd Roundabout, Christchurch, Burwood (source)

capture of the webcam Burwood › North: SH74 Travis Rd Roundabout, Christchurch

Burwood › North: SH74 Travis Rd Roundabout, Christchurch, Burwood (source)

capture of the webcam Bromley › South: SH74 Metro Pl, Christchurch

Bromley › South: SH74 Metro Pl, Christchurch, Bromley (source)

capture of the webcam New Brighton › South: SH74 Bridge St Roundabout, Christchurch

New Brighton › South: SH74 Bridge St Roundabout, Christchurch, New Brighton (source)

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