From Christchurch, SH1 heads north for 57km through Woodend and Amberley to Waipara. From here SH1 continues northeast to Kaikoura, while SH7 branches due north to Hurunui through flat farming country and reaches Culverden. About 27km from Culverden is the turn-off from SH7 to Hanmer Springs, a thermal resort. The Alpine Pacific Triangle Touring Guide outlines things to see and do in this region. See www.hurunui.com.
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The Brew Moon Garden Café & Brewery (03-314 0830; 150 Ashworths Rd, Amberley; mains $18-30; 10.30am-10.30pm Wed-Sun) on SH75 in Amberley crafts four different beers; sample them all for $8.80. Gourmet pizzas and good value platters ($30) are also on offer.
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