Hunterville
Proudly rural and home of the Huntaway dog.
Located in the heart of Rangitīkei, Hunterville offers quintessential rural New Zealand, with a touch of ingenuity and community spirit that puts this small town firmly on the map.
Home of the Huntaway working dog, Hunterville proudly celebrates the dogs that have helped generations of farmers manage sheep across Rangitīkei hill country. The iconic Huntaway statue stands as a tribute to both the breed and the farming heritage that continues to shape life in Hunterville. You'll find it in Queens Park – a great place to stretch your legs beneath the trees.
Hunterville is known for:
- A famous bronze Huntaway Dog Statue: A tribute to the New Zealand-bred huntaway
- Shemozzle - The Hunterville Huntaway Festival
- Rural charm featuring local staples like the historic Argyle Hotel and the Hunterville District Settlers Museum.
From bloody good cafes to local businesses that have been serving the community for years, Hunterville is full of character. Whether you're stopping for lunch or picking up something for the road, Hunterville is worth the detour.
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