Story: Canterbury region
After settlers arrived, sheep farming was soon the most important economic activity, and large leasehold runs were established by 1860. They employed agricultural labourers including shepherds and shearers, and often generated enormous wealth for the runholders. These men at the Horsley Down run, North Canterbury, are classing and packing fleeces.
About this item
Canterbury Museum, J. D. Lance Collection
Reference: 1987.152.4
Photograph by E. Wheeler and Son
Permission of Canterbury Museum, Rolleston Avenue, Christchurch, New Zealand must be obtained before any re-use of this image.