Selwyn | Waikirikiri
Where can I find information about the local history of Selwyn | Waikirikiri?
Image: Limestone formations at Castle Hill from Selwyn Heritage Collection on Kā Kōrero o Waikirikiri | Selwyn Stories.
Selwyn | Waikirikiri is a county on the South Island of New Zealand that is rich in history. We will introduce you to some of it's unique people, places and events and how to find out about them.
People of Selwyn
Here are some sources you could look at if you'd like to find out about individual people or groups of people relating to Selwyn.
Learn about people of Selwyn
Places of Selwyn
Descendants of Te Ruahikihiki settled on the shores of Te Waihora | Lake Ellesmere. Selwyn District is named after the river, which was named for Bishop George Augustus Selwyn. We'll recommend websites and collections to find out these histories and more.
Learn about places of Selwyn
Events of Selwyn
Lots of things have happened that have had an impact on the Selwyn District. The following resources explore these events and can offer some different perspectives.
Learn about events of Selwyn