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