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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 SH 6.[3]

Garston
Town
Garston
Coordinates: 45°28′9″S 168°41′0″E
CountryNew Zealand
RegionSouthland
Territorial authoritySouthland
Time zoneUTC+12 (New Zealand Standard Time)
  Summer (DST)UTC+13 (New Zealand Daylight Time)
Postcode
9793
Local iwiNgāi Tahu

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]


References


  1. Owens, Peter (28 March 2019). "Family deal proposed for church". NZ Catholic Newspaper. Retrieved 30 May 2019.
  2. "Garston". nzetc.victoria.ac.nz. 1905. Retrieved 30 May 2019.
  3. Grant, David. "Southland places - Northern Southland". teara.govt.nz. Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand. Retrieved 30 May 2019.
  4. Searle, Jamie (30 September 2018). "Increasing number of overseas anglers concerns Southland fishing enthusiasts". Stuff. Retrieved 30 May 2019.
  5. Davison, Richard (17 January 2017). "Garston, a new tourist destination in the south". Stuff. Retrieved 30 May 2019.





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