If you are new to New Zealand and in particular the Woodend area WELCOME! See below the link to a helpful brochure to put you in contact with community groups and support agencies to help you get set up in Woodend. New to New Zealand
Horse Riding on Woodend Beach
Horse riding is permitted on Woodend Beach with easy access from the Woodend Beach horse float car park at the end of Ferry Road. You can ride up to Waikuku Beach (not past the surf life saving club) or down to Kairaki Beach. Please note, Woodend Beach is shared with commercial horse trainers. We encourageContinue reading Horse Riding on Woodend Beach
Driving on Beaches in the Waimakariri District
Driving on Woodend Beach is strictly Prohibited From the Waimakariri District Council is the brochure in the link below. Drive safely while respecting our coastal parks and recreation areas Driving on the Beach Brochure
Activities for Children under 5 years old
Many of the great leaders of our modern world agree that children are our future. In Woodend encourage any and all parents to connect in with local community groups in Woodend and the surrounding areas. Click on the link below if you have children under 5 to see what groups are available to you: ActivitiesContinue reading Activities for Children under 5 years old
Horse Training on Woodend Beach
Commercial horse training is permitted on Woodend Beach for a 3.2km training run either side of the beach entrance from the Woodend Beach horse float car park and access trail. Click on the link below for the Commercial Horse Trainers User Agreement brochure for more information. Commercial Horse Trainers User Agreement Brochure
