Live & Work
Timaru District has an easy going, laid-back lifestyle, where the commute to work takes 5- 10 minutes; the average house price is currently $340,000, and among the population of 46,000, there are more than 70 cultural and ethnic groups.
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We've got jobsKeen to get a job in Timaru District or South Canterbury? Find the links to jobs listed now.
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We Love TimaruWe Love Timaru celebrates all the things we love about living in Timaru, from affordable houses, to easy commute, great lifestyle, our successes and more.
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Our Story videoOur Story video aims to encourage people to come live and work in Timaru District
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Why choose Timaru District?Accessibility to amenities and easy lifestyle for all the family are key factors for many people who move here.
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Our TownsFrom Timaru to Geraldine, Pleasant Point or Temuka, our towns offer a range to suit different lifestyle options.
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Housing affordabilityAverage house prices that make owning your first home totally achievable!
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Health servicesTimaru District offers a range of both public and private medical facilities along with leading medical specialists.
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Sport & LeisureGreat opportunities for sports and recreation here, at your fingertips.
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Culture & CommunitiesNewcomers are welcomed to the district and supported in all aspects of settling into a new district.
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Arts & HeritageTimaru District is steeped in heritage and is active with the arts, drama, music and cultural scenes
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