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Boating on the Avon

Boating on the Avon

There is a long history of recreational boating on the Avon River. Punting reinforces the English image of Christchurch, and is a tourist attraction. Canoeing and kayaking have also become popular.

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Photograph by Jock Phillips

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John Wilson. 'Canterbury places', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 21-Sep-11
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