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Kimberley
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NameKimberley
DescriptionKimberley is a settlement north of Darfield, on the south bank of the Waimakariri river. It was originally part of the Racecourse Hill run. It is named after Lord Kimberley, who was Secretary of State for the Colonies in two of British Prime Minister Gladstone's ministries.
DescriptionKimberley is a settlement north of Darfield, on the south bank of the Waimakariri river. It was originally part of the Racecourse Hill run. It is named after Lord Kimberley, who was Secretary of State for the Colonies in two of British Prime Minister Gladstone's ministries.Image
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More Information1903 Cyclopedia of New Zealand entry on Kimberley
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Kimberley. Selwyn Stories, accessed 15/06/2026, https://selwynstories.selwynlibraries.co.nz/nodes/view/5386