Hurunui District is located in northern Canterbury in New Zealand’s South Island. It covers approximately 8,646 square kilometres and has a population of about 14,400.

The district council is based in Amberley. Other principal towns include Cheviot, Culverden and Hanmer Springs.

Agriculture dominates the economy, including dairy farming, livestock farming, grape growing and winemaking. The renowned Waipara Valley wine region lies within the district and is known for Pinot Noir and Riesling. Forestry and tourism are also well developed, with tourism concentrated in Hanmer Springs, the Waipara Valley and surrounding natural attractions. Hanmer Springs is renowned for its geothermal hot pools, mountain biking, hiking and outdoor adventures, making it an important South Island leisure destination.

Hurunui established sister-city relationships with Changping District, Beijing, in 2016 and Honghu, Hubei Province, in 2017.

The current mayor is Marie Black.