Lorneville, New Zealand facts for kids

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Lorneville is a small community located just outside the city of Invercargill in Southland, New Zealand. It's a quiet place that sits right on State Highway 6, where it meets State Highway 98 and State Highway 99. This also means it's part of the scenic Southern Scenic Route, a popular road for exploring the South Island.

Lorneville was originally known as Wallacetown Junction. This name came from the nearby small town of Wallacetown, which is just to the west.

What is Lorneville known for?

For a long time, the main activities in the Lorneville area have been connected to raising animals like sheep and cows. Many New Zealanders know Lorneville, and the nearby town of Makarewa, because they are home to large meat processing plants. These plants are owned by the Alliance Group and are where meat is prepared for sale.

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