Selwyn district identified as New Zealand's fastest growing area

NZ HeraldThe PressThursday 7 August 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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The Selwyn district, located between Christchurch and the Southern Alps, is New Zealand's fastest growing area. Mayor Sam Broughton attributes the growth to job prospects and the appeal of modern homes. The district's population is projected to nearly double over the next 30 years.

How they headlined it

First reported by NZ Herald, Thu 7 Aug 2025, 5:00pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 1 minute
  1. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Frank: Stories from the South, ep. 12 – The fastest growing district in New Zealand (opens in new tab)

  2. The PressThe Press

    Between the skifields and the sea – why Selwyn has become NZ’s fastest growing district (opens in new tab)