South New Brighton (Māori: Te Kai-a-Te-Karoro) is a coastal suburb on the eastern side of Christchurch city.

[3] It is suggested that Karoro is both the Māori name for seagulls entirely, and specifically the kelp gull, which is widespread throughout the suburb.

There was also a Ngāi Tahu pā (fortified settlement) in South New Brighton which took advantage of the nearby estuary's rich food and resources.

The special rating area ran from Rodney Street heading south, bounded by the sea on one side and the Avon River / Ōtākaro on the other.

[10] The former community hall opened in November 1961 after several years of fundraising by a local committee.

[11] The statistical area of South New Brighton, which also includes Southshore, covers 2.77 km2 (1.07 sq mi).