Templeton | |
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Coordinates: 43°33′S 172°28′E / 43.550°S 172.467°E | |
Country | New Zealand |
Region | Canterbury |
Territorial authority | Christchurch City |
Ward | Hornby |
Community | Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton |
Electorates |
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Government | |
• Territorial Authority | Christchurch City Council |
• Regional council | Environment Canterbury |
• Mayor of Christchurch | Phil Mauger |
• Selwyn MP | Nicola Grigg |
• Te Tai Tonga MP | Tākuta Ferris |
Area | |
• Total | 0.90 km2 (0.35 sq mi) |
Population (June 2023)[2] | |
• Total | 1,790 |
• Density | 2,000/km2 (5,200/sq mi) |
Templeton is a small town on the outskirts of Christchurch. Lying along State Highway 1. Templeton has been the centre of harness racing in Canterbury.[citation needed]
Its European history goes to over 140 years when it was a watering point for horses between Christchurch and the Selwyn River / Waikirikiri.
Templeton Hospital has had a major impact on the area, providing employment and controversy over many years.[citation needed]
More recently Ruapuna Park has created public debate regarding acceptable noise levels for residents near motor-sports venues.
Paparua to the north of Templeton has Christchurch's men's and women's prisons.
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