Matuku Takotako: Sumner Centre

Hours & Information

Closed until 10:00am today

Monday 
10:00AM - 6:00PM
Tuesday 
10:00AM - 6:00PM
Wednesday 
10:00AM - 6:00PM
Thursday 
10:00AM - 6:00PM
Friday 
10:00AM - 6:00PM
Saturday 
10:00AM - 4:00PM
Sunday 
10:00AM - 4:00PM
14-16 Wakefield Avenue
Sumner, Christchurch 8081
Phone: 03-941 7923
Matuku Takotako: Sumner Centre. Corner of Wakefield Avenue and Nayland Street, Sumner.

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