Dannevirke

Tararua is renowned for its generally excellent summers and mild winters meaning the region is famous for being summer safe and with good fertile soils types the region producers strong grass growth from Spring through to Autumn. The pleasant and settled weather is also one of the prime attractions for potential buyers looking for a safer farming environment. The warmest months are December, January and February. Typical summer temperatures range from 20°C to 30°C (maximum daytime). In winter, high temperatures are between 10°C and 14°C.

Annual sunshine hours average about 2,200.

Agriculture is the predominant economic activity of the region. This is mostly intensive sheep and beef farming along with strong dairying. Tararua is a great place to live with the new highway linking the Manawatu to the Tararua district. We predict that there will be an elevated level of interest in relocation to Tararua.

Surrounding amenities and services

Dannevirke is a growing community, supported by a strong rural tradition of pastoral activity including schooling, a supermarket, petrol stations, a library, cafes, and retail shopping. And the warehouse bro. It is a community comprising lifestyle blocks, dairy farms, and good sheep and beef farms both breeding and finishing country. Palmerston North is the nearest city providing full amenities including retail shops, community facilities, rural supplies and services, and the Feilding saleyards. Palmerston North Airport is a short distance from the city.