Kurow - A Hidden Gem of a Town
Steeped in history, Kurow (or Te Kohurau) is situated between the braided Waitaki River (Waitaki translates to ‘water of tears’) and the Saint Mary’s Range in North Otago, just 45 minutes’ drive inland from Ōamaru on State Highway 83.
While Kurow and the Hakataramea district might be better known today as the boyhood home of rugby legend Richie McCaw, for those who want to take the time to scratch beneath the surface there is much more to discover.
There’s the story of the Waitaha people, the earliest settlers in the region; European settlement and agriculture; the development of the Waitaki Hydro Dam; and the story of how Kurow became the birthplace of our social welfare system.
https://www.latitudemagazine.co.nz/a-gem-of-a-town-kurow
Have a look at Stuff’s Travel guide for Waitaki and Dunedin!
See & Do
Hiking, biking, horse trekking and skiing - come and enjoy our backyard!
Hike, Bike, Taste and Drink your way through the Waitaki Valley and Kurow!
The Waitaki Valley is a great place to explore, offering historic sites, Maori rock drawings, vineyards, wine tasting, orchards,
geological formations, and jet boating on the Waitaki River.
The hydro lakes are the perfect setting for water sports, camping and fishing. The Lakes are a popular ride for cyclists.
Live and Work
Education
Waitaki Valley School (2010)
Phone (03) 436 0660 for more information
www.waitakivalley.school.nz
Waitaki Valley Preschool
For any enquiries please call in to the Centre at Settlement Road, phone 03 436 0999 or email Gaye Schurgers - Send Email
Hakataramea Valley Mobile Kindy
for further information please contact Juliet 03 436 0735.
Medical Services
Kurow Medical Centre
Phone (03) 436 0760 for an appointment
Kurow St John
In an emergency please phone 111.
The Waitaki Valley and Hakataramea are serviced by Prime Response which is supported by a volunteer ambulance service, based in Kurow, with back up support from Oamaru.
Kurow Volunteer Fire Brigade
In an emergency please phone 111.
The Waitaki Valley and Hakataramea are serviced by a dedicated volunteers.
Bugle Online
The Bugle is a local fortnightly newspaper published by the Waitaki Valley Community.
Click here to view the latest publication online.
