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Bennetts, Wellington | Post Code, Weather, Map & nearby locations

Explore Bennetts, Wellington, in the Nelson City, Nelson. This includes the postal code, map coordinates (latitude and longitude), travel guide, weather, police station, college, schools, airport, railway station, business, cinema, nearby street addresses and nearby locations of interest.

Overview

Bennetts is a small rural community located in the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island. The area is known for its scenic beauty, with rolling hills and fertile farmland providing a picturesque backdrop to the community. Despite its small size, Bennetts is an important center for agriculture and serves as a hub for the surrounding farming community.

Bennetts Details
LocationBennetts
RegionWellington
District CouncilPorirua City
Sub-DistrictPorirua City
Postal Code:-
Current Time:04:58 AM
Date:Saturday, January 18, 2025(NZST)
Time zone:NZST (UTC+12:00)
Elevation / Altitude52.52 meters. Above Seal level
Latitude-43.3000
Longitude172.3000
DMS Lat-44° 42' 0''
DMS Long172° 18' 0''

History

Bennetts was established in the late 19th century as a stop on the newly constructed railway line between Christchurch and Dunedin. The town grew and evolved into an important center for agriculture, with dairy farming, sheep farming and crop production becoming the primary industries in the area. Today, the town is still closely connected to the surrounding farming community and remains an important center for agriculture in the region.

Geography

Bennetts is located in the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island, nestled between the Rakaia and Ashburton Rivers. The surrounding landscape is characterized by rolling hills, fertile farmland and the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps in the distance. The area is known for its mild climate and relatively dry weather, making it an ideal location for agriculture.

Bennetts is located at latitude -43.30 and longitude 172.30 (decimal degrees), and approximately at latitude -44° 42' 0'' and longitude 172° 18' 0'' (DMS).
Below is map of Bennetts

Demographics

Bennetts is a small community with a population of only a few hundred people. The majority of the population is of European descent, with a small number of Maori and other ethnic groups also present in the area. The community is closely connected to the surrounding farming community, with many residents working in agriculture or related industries.

Climate

The climate around Bennetts is typical of the Canterbury region, with warm summers and cool winters. The area receives a moderate amount of rainfall throughout the year, with most of it falling in the winter months. Temperatures during the summer months can reach into the mid-20s Celsius, while winter temperatures can drop below freezing.

Bennetts Live Weather & 5-day Forecast: Stay informed on current and upcoming weather.

Bennetts Live Weather

Temperature: 13.63 °C
Overcast clouds
Humidity: 87%
Wind: 1.62 mt/sec towards E
observed on 17 Jan 2025 18:00

Bennetts Weather Forecast for Next 5 days

17-01-2025
12.22°C to 13.63°C
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18-01-2025
20.34°C to 20.34°C
Light rain
19-01-2025
22.66°C to 22.66°C
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20-01-2025
21.39°C to 21.39°C
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21-01-2025
15.91°C to 15.91°C
Moderate rain
22-01-2025
18.22°C to 18.22°C
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Landmarks and Tourist Attractions

Despite its small size, Bennetts is home to a number of popular tourist attractions and landmarks. One of the most popular is the nearby Rakaia Gorge, a stunning natural wonder that attracts visitors from all over the world. The area is also known for its excellent hiking and outdoor recreation opportunities, with a number of scenic trails and parks located within easy driving distance of the town.

Economy

The economy of Bennetts is primarily based on agriculture, with dairy farming, sheep farming and crop production being the primary industries in the area. The town serves as a hub for the surrounding farming community, with many residents working in agriculture or related industries. In addition, the town is home to a small number of businesses and services that cater to the needs of the local community.