With a population of 4,044 people in 2006, it is the second largest town in South Canterbury.

However in the final it was a disappointing four point loss to South Canterbury 16-20.

And again having to play South Canterbury in a final.

They managed six defences before losing it to South Canterbury, in the second challenge of 1974.

They had a homestead built for themselves, which was probably the first large building in South Canterbury constructed from permanent materials.

It was probably the first large house in South Canterbury built of permanent materials.

He worked on farms in South Canterbury, was a stockman and a driver.

South Canterbury has also had some notable victories over touring international sides including the 1961 French team.

Here he practiced law for about 15 years in South Canterbury.

He represented South Canterbury from 1952 until 1960 making 76 appearances.