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Town
Garston Location in New Zealand
Country	New Zealand
Region	Southland
Territorial authority	Southland
Time zone	UTC+12 (New Zealand Standard Time)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+13 (New Zealand Daylight Time)
Postcode	9793
Local iwi	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. It is situated south of Lake Wakatipu and close to the upper reaches of the Mataura River, between Kingston and Lumsden. Garston is connected to both Kingston and Lumsden by SH 6.

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

Education

Garston School is a contributing primary school for years 1 to 6 with a roll of 70 as of February 2024. It opened about 1882.

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