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The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Nelson, Marlborough & Westland Provincial Districts]

The Riverlands Run

The Riverlands Run is conducted in conjunction with “Benopai” and several other extensive sheep runs situated in various parts of the province, by Messrs A. and R. J. Bell. It consists of 5,600 acres, situated about two miles to the south-east of Blenheim, and bounded on the north by the Opawa river, and on the south by the Ugbrooke station; the Marlborough racecourse is situated within the property, and was formerly part of the estate. “Riverlands” includes both hilly sheep grazing country and rich agricultural flats. A permanent flock of over 4000 sheep is depastured, and about 650 acres are annually placed under cultivation. The main south road runs close by the homestead.