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Kelburn (especially the area bounded by the [[Wellington Botanic Garden|Botanic Gardens]], the [[Wellington Urban Motorway]], Everton Terrace, Clermont Terrace and Salamanca Road) has historically been the home of New Zealand's Business elite such as the [[Todd Corporation|Todd family]] (New Zealand's richest family) (the area has the nickname "Todd Hill"), [[Ron Trotter]] and [[ Lloyd Morrison]] (of [[Infratil]]). The New Zealand legal elite are also well represented in this area (for example [[Kenneth Keith|Sir Kenneth Keith]] and [[John McGrath (judge)|Sir John McGrath]]). The wider suburb is also the home of many upper-middle class families due to the views of Wellington, the [[Wellington Botanic Garden]], proximity to town and the high level of sunshine in the top parts (there are also a number of [[glen]]s). Due to Kelburn's proximity to the University, many students live in [[Apartment|flats]] or rental accommodation here. A large number of academics also call Kelburn home, resulting in a diverse community. Kelburn is also home to prominent Wellington cartoonist [[Grant Buist]]. The 2006 census gives the population of Kelburn as approximately 3,600. |
Kelburn (especially the area bounded by the [[Wellington Botanic Garden|Botanic Gardens]], the [[Wellington Urban Motorway]], Everton Terrace, Clermont Terrace and Salamanca Road) has historically been the home of New Zealand's Business elite such as the [[Todd Corporation|Todd family]] (New Zealand's richest family<ref>The National Business Review, ''Rich List'', Auckland, 2010, p. 45 (published as an annex to ''The National Business Review'', July 30, 2010.</ref>) (the area has the nickname "Todd Hill"), [[Ron Trotter]] and [[ Lloyd Morrison]] (of [[Infratil]]). The New Zealand legal elite are also well represented in this area (for example [[Kenneth Keith|Sir Kenneth Keith]] and [[John McGrath (judge)|Sir John McGrath]]). The wider suburb is also the home of many upper-middle class families due to the views of Wellington, the [[Wellington Botanic Garden]], proximity to town and the high level of sunshine in the top parts (there are also a number of [[glen]]s). Due to Kelburn's proximity to the University, many students live in [[Apartment|flats]] or rental accommodation here. A large number of academics also call Kelburn home, resulting in a diverse community. Kelburn is also home to prominent Wellington cartoonist [[Grant Buist]]. The 2006 census gives the population of Kelburn as approximately 3,600. |
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Revision as of 00:48, 13 November 2010
Kelburn | |
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| Country | New Zealand |
| City | Wellington City |
| Population (2006 [1]) | |
| • Total | 3,642 |
| Northland, Wellington Botanic Gardens, Thorndon | ||
| Karori |
  Kelburn  |
Wellington CBD |
| Highbury | Aro Valley | Te Aro |
Kelburn is an inner suburb of Wellington, New Zealand. It is located on the hills to the west of the Central Business District.
Features of Kelburn
Though its population is not large, the suburb has a number of distinguishing features.
The Wellington Cable Car (built in 1902) is a tourist attraction and essential transport facility. It runs from Lambton Quay in the CBD up the hill for 800 m, crossing the Wellington Urban Motorway as it does so. Its terminal is close to the Wellington Botanic Garden and the Carter Observatory. Both of these are popular destinations for locals and visitors alike.
The main campus of Victoria University of Wellington is located in the east of the suburb, and the second-top stop of the Cable Car is an easy access.
Other features include Kelburn Viaduct, one of the oldest bridges of its type in New Zealand, connecting to Karori, and the Kelburn shopping area.
Demographics
Kelburn (especially the area bounded by the Botanic Gardens, the Wellington Urban Motorway, Everton Terrace, Clermont Terrace and Salamanca Road) has historically been the home of New Zealand's Business elite such as the Todd family (New Zealand's richest family[2]) (the area has the nickname "Todd Hill"), Ron Trotter and Lloyd Morrison (of Infratil). The New Zealand legal elite are also well represented in this area (for example Sir Kenneth Keith and Sir John McGrath). The wider suburb is also the home of many upper-middle class families due to the views of Wellington, the Wellington Botanic Garden, proximity to town and the high level of sunshine in the top parts (there are also a number of glens). Due to Kelburn's proximity to the University, many students live in flats or rental accommodation here. A large number of academics also call Kelburn home, resulting in a diverse community. Kelburn is also home to prominent Wellington cartoonist Grant Buist. The 2006 census gives the population of Kelburn as approximately 3,600.
History
Kelburn, built on the former ‘Upland Farm’ (giving the names to Kelburn's main street, Upland Road), was one of the earliest settled suburbs of Wellington due its proximity to the main government/commercial district of Wellington. Kelburn is named after Viscount Kelburn, the son of a former governor David Boyle, Lord Glasgow, Governor of New Zealand between 1892 and 1897.[3] At some point in time the 'e' was dropped due to the confusion with the suburb of Kilbirnie, leaving the modern suburb name as 'Kelburn'. For example early photographs of the Wellington Cable Car show the sign writing on the side using the spelling 'Kelburne'.
Boundaries
Kelburn's boundaries form an approximate triangle, with the motorway defining the east boundary, Bowen St (west of the motorway) and Glenmore St defining the North-West boundary, and the ridgelines of the hills above Aro Valley forming the South boundary[4]
Education
Kelburn has two primary schools Clifton Terrace Model School and Kelburn Normal School. The latter has roll of around 350 students in years 1-8.
References
- ^ Quickstats about Kelburn
- ^ The National Business Review, Rich List, Auckland, 2010, p. 45 (published as an annex to The National Business Review, July 30, 2010.
- ^ "Western suburbs". Te Ara. Retrieved 12 November 2010.
- ^ Wellington City Council, LINZ suburbs map
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