Garston, New Zealand facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Garston
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 town in the northern part of Southland, located on the South Island of New Zealand. It's very close to the border with the Otago region. Garston is special because it's the town furthest away from the coast in all of New Zealand!

You can find Garston south of Lake Wakatipu. It's also near the start of the Mataura River. The town sits between Kingston and Lumsden. State Highway 6 (SH 6) connects Garston to both of these towns.

Fun Things to Do in Garston

Garston is known for some cool outdoor activities. If you like fishing, it's a great spot for catching trout. When winter comes, people enjoy ice skating here.

Outdoor Adventures

There are several fun places to visit and things to do in Garston:

• Trout Fishing: The nearby Mataura River is famous for its brown trout. Many people come here to fish.
• Ice Skating: In winter, Garston offers opportunities for ice skating, which is a popular local activity.
• Garston Pub: This is a well-known local spot where people gather.
• Mountain Biking: A new mountain biking track has been built, offering exciting rides for cyclists.
• Around the Mountains Cycle Trail: This long cycling path goes right through Garston. It's a great way to explore the beautiful scenery on a bike.

Education in Garston

Garston has its own school, which is important for the local community.

Garston School Details

Garston School is a primary school for students in years 1 to 6. This means it teaches children from about age 5 to 11. The school opened a long time ago, around 1882.

The number of students at the school is 70 as of February 2024. . The "roll" is just another word for the total number of students attending the school.