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OceaniaNew ZealandCanterbury

Hei Hei

Canterbury, New Zealand · Oceania

About Hei Hei

Hei Hei sits on the route: 10 minutes from Upper Riccarton.

Hei Hei is a town located in Canterbury, New Zealand. With a population of 3,471, it is an important destination in Oceania.

On a road trip, Hei Hei sits in New Zealand, where you drive on the left. It's in the Pacific/Auckland time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Hei Hei to your route.

About Hei Hei

Hei Hei is a suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand. It is located in the west of Christchurch 11 kilometres (6.8 mi) from the central city, and is bisected by State Highway 1. The area was subdivided for poultry farming after World War I for returning serviceman, but the venture failed due to the poor soil conditions.

Read more The place name is related to the Māori word for chicken (heihei) due to the area's poultry farming history.

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Where is Hei Hei located?

Hei Hei is located in Canterbury, New Zealand, Oceania. The coordinates are -43.5283 latitude, 172.5201 longitude.

What is the population of Hei Hei?

Hei Hei has a population of approximately 3,471 people, making it a town in New Zealand.

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Quick Information

Population
3,471
Continent
Oceania
Country
New Zealand
Region
Canterbury
Timezone
Pacific/Auckland
Coordinates
-43.5283, 172.5201

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in New Zealand

Police
111
Ambulance
111
Fire
111
Non-emergency police
105
Driving side
left

Many rural bridges are single-lane. Give way as signed.

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OceaniaNew ZealandCanterburyTown

Driving roads near Hei Hei

  • 69 kmPorters Pass939 m pass on State Highway 73, the highest point on that route and the first alpine climb heading west from Christchurch.

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