Blenheim, New Zealand
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| Blenheim | ||
|---|---|---|
| Urban Area | Population | 30,000 |
| Extent | north to Picton, east to Vernon, south to Kaikoura | |
| Territorial Authorities |
Names | Blenheim |
| Regional Council |
Name | Marlborough District Council |
| Population estimate is as at 30 June 2004 Source: Statistics New Zealand | ||
Blenheim is a city located in Marlborough, located on the northeast of the South Island in New Zealand. The city has a population of about 35,000 people (est 2005)
Blenheim is located on the plains to the south of the Wairau River. The junction of two smaller rivers, the Taylor and Opawa Rivers is within the town.
Blenheim is named for the 1704 Battle of Blenheim, at which troops led by John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough achieved victory over a combined French and Bavarian force.
With a population of 26,500 residents, Blenheim is the largest centre of population in Marlborough. It has a burgeoning wine industry, centred on the highly praised Cloudy Bay vineyards.
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