Dunsandel, New Zealand

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The town of Dunsandel is on the Canterbury Plains in New Zealand's South Island. It is on State Highway 1 halfway between Christchurch and Ashburton and has a population of 432.[1]

Situated just south of the Selwyn River, Dunsandel is a junction town on State Highway One: roads to Leeston, Southbridge and Hororata all leave from here. The town provides an important refreshment stop for main road travellers with excellent eateries and coffee shops, as well as acting as a support town for the rural hinterland.

The town is the home to the Dunsandel Cricket Club. The club's 'A' team has a reputation as one of the premiere teams in the Ellesmere district.

[edit] References

  1. ^ 2006 Census, Statistics New Zealand (xls file)


Coordinates: 43°40′S 172°11′E

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