Garston, New Zealand Explained

Garston
Settlement Type:Town
Pushpin Map:New Zealand
Coordinates:-45.4692°N 168.6833°W
Subdivision Type:Country
Subdivision Name:New Zealand
Subdivision Type1:Region
Subdivision Name1:Southland
Subdivision Type2:Territorial authority
Subdivision Name2:Southland
Timezone1:New Zealand Standard Time
Utc Offset1:+12
Timezone1 Dst:New Zealand Daylight Time
Utc Offset1 Dst:+13
Postal Code Type:Postcode
Postal Code:9793
Blank Name:Local iwi
Blank Info:Ngāi Tahu

Garston is a small settlement in northern Southland, in the South Island of New Zealand, located close to the region's boundary with Otago. It is the most inland settlement in New Zealand.[1] It is situated south of Lake Wakatipu and close to the upper reaches of the Mataura River, between Kingston and Lumsden.[2] Garston is connected to both Kingston and Lumsden by .[3]

Garston is notable for its trout fishing and ice skating.[4] Local attractions include the Garston Pub and recently developed mountain biking track. The Around the Mountains Cycle Trail passes through the town.[5]

Education

Garston School is a contributing primary school for years 1 to 6 with a roll of as of It opened about 1882.[6]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Family deal proposed for church. Owens. Peter. 2019-03-28. NZ Catholic Newspaper. 2019-05-30.
  2. Web site: Garston. 1905. nzetc.victoria.ac.nz. 2019-05-30.
  3. Web site: Southland places - Northern Southland. Grant. David. teara.govt.nz. Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand. 30 May 2019.
  4. Web site: Increasing number of overseas anglers concerns Southland fishing enthusiasts. Searle. Jamie. 30 September 2018. Stuff. en. 2019-05-30.
  5. Web site: Garston, a new tourist destination in the south. Davison. Richard. 17 January 2017. Stuff. en. 2019-05-30.
  6. Book: Garston - The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Otago & Southland Provincial Districts] ]. 1905 . Cyclopedia Company Limited . New Zealand . 1018–1019 .