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Welcome to Dunedin - Edinburgh of the South

Dunedin, is the second largest city in the South Island and yet is a world away from any traffic jam. This thriving city – the oldest in New Zealand - offers all you would expect from any city in the world, perhaps even more. It is renowned for its proximity to incredible wildlife, vibrant cafes, restaurants and shops as well as high quality cultural experiences. The largest industry in Dunedin is tertiary education, with students of Otago University and Otago Polytechnic making up almost 20% of the population of Dunedin. These students add to the diversity and vibrancy of the city especially after dark. Dunedin is rich in wealthy Victorian architecture and history. The railway station building is regarded as one of the most important, architecturally, in the world and Dunedin itself is often regarded to be one of the best preserved Victorian and Edwardian cities in the Southern Hemisphere. A city tour ending at The Otago Settlers Museum will uncover fascinating tales of those who settled in Dunedin. From the early Maori, Scottish pioneers and Chinese gold miners the tales allow you to immerse yourself in history of this city. Once you have enjoyed everything on offer in the city you will discover that Dunedin is also a gateway. The Otago Peninsula only a brief drive from the city centre, is home to a colony of the world’s rarest penguins, the only mainland breeding colony of the royal albatross, rare New Zealand sea lions and the magnificent authentic Larnach Castle (the grand home of an early politician). From the historic railway station Dunedin is also a gateway to climb aboard the Taieri Gorge Railway to Central Otago or let the road take you south to discover the Southern Scenic Route and the wild Catlins seemingly untainted by the modern world. Regardless of where you stay or what you do in the southern city the lasting impression for most visitors to Dunedin is what can only be described as good old fashioned southern hospitality. If the character of a place is determined by the character of the people that live there, Dunedin has more to offer than most.

The Orokonui Story

What began as a mere dream to restore an entire forest ecosystem to its pre-human state, is now a reality. In less than 10 years, the Orokonui Ecosanctuary has become the only place on mainland South Island of New Zealand where native birds, animals and insects can live a life safe from predators. They are free to fly, feed, mate and nest wherever they wish, exactly as they would in the wild. Since the $2.2 million, 8.7km pest-proof fence was erected around our 307 hectares of protected habitat in 2007, pests have been almost entirely eradicated. This has allowed us to reintroduce a number of endangered species and there are encouraging signs they are adapting well to their new home. In fact, it is becoming increasingly common for native birds to find their own way to the ecosanctuary and take up residence. To support the Ecosanctuary, a million dollar eco-friendly visitor and Otago Daily Times education centre has been built into the hillside above Blueskin Bay. Here, visitors can learn about the Ecosanctuary and the native species it contains, take a guided tour through the Ecosanctuary, purchase gifts and educational material from the souvenir shop, or simply have a coffee and enjoy the view. All of the funds generated from visitors contribute to the ongoing conservation work at Orokonui Ecosanctuary. Orokonui Ecosanctuary is open to visitors from 9.30am to 4.30pm daily except Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Entry into our Visitor and Education Centre and Pa Harakeke is free of charge. We offer guided tours twice daily, at 11am and 1.30pm. However, group sizes are kept small so bookings are recommended. Our walking tracks are open for self-guided walkers allowing our visitors to explore at their own pace.

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Clutha i-SITE 4 Clyde Street Balclutha Phone (03) 418 0388 clutha.vin@cluthadc.govt.nz

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Fiordland i-SITE 19 Town Centre Te Anau Phone (03) 249 8900 fiordland-isite@realjourneys.co.nz

Invercargill i-SITE Wachner Place 10 Dee Street Invercargill Phone (03) 211 0895 visit@southlandnz.com

Lake Wanaka i-SITE 103 Ardmore Street Wanaka Phone (03) 443 1233 booking@wanaka.co.nz

Oamaru i-SITE 1 Thames Street Oamaru Phone (03) 434 1656 oamaru@waitakinz.com

Ranfurly i-SITE 3 Charlemont Street East Ranfurly Phone (03) 262 7999 visitorcentre@codc.govt.nz

Queenstown i-SITE Clocktower Building, Corner Camp & Shotover Streets, Queenstown Phone (03) 442 4100 info@queenstownisite.co.nz

Roxburgh i-SITE 120 Scotland Street Roxburgh Phone (03) 262 7999 visitorcentre@codc.govt.nz

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WHAT’S ON IN JANUARY

Baldwin Street

Said to be the world’s 2nd steepest street, Baldwin Street in located in the residential suburb of North East Valley, about 3.5km northeast of Dunedin’s central business district. This short street is a little under 350m long and runs east up the side of Signal Hill towards Opoho, rising from 30m above sea level to 100m above sea level at the top. As with many other parts of Dunedin, Baldwin Streets steepness was unintentional, when the city was planned (usually by planners in London), the streets were laid out in a grid pattern with no consideration for the terrain. The street is a venue for many events, Definitely worth a visit, and to see how far up you can walk!

Interislander Summer Festival Cromwell Trots Cromwell Racecourse, Ord Road, Cromwell, Central Otago Monday 6 January 2020 10:00am General Admission: $10.00 A stunning setting, relaxed atmosphere and fantastic live entertainment - this is summer NZ! Treat the whole gang to classic summer memories and smiles with a fun-filled day out trackside at the Interislander Summer Festival on Monday 6 January at the Cromwell Trots. Escape with friends and family and enjoy an unforgettable day on-course with live music, great food and drink, free kids entry and entertainment, and exciting harness racing action. Beat the crowds and pre-book a guaranteed great view of the track with a range of packages to suit your group’s style, size and budget. Or just kick back and unwind in the sunshine with a low-key picnic on the lawn.

Lake Dunstan Cycle Challenge Cromwell Sports Club, 7 Barry Avenue, Cromwell, Central Otago Saturday 4 January 2020 10:00am – 3:00pm Buy Tickets – 021 442626 One of the few great bunch rides left, ride circles Lake Dunstan a distance of 96km suitable for road cycling over rolling terrain, riders leave together with bunches sorting themselves out pretty quickly, the race turns for home at Luggate which often offers a tail wind.

Lucy’s Gin Garden Pop Up

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The Octagon

Situated in the heart of the city is the Octagon, an eight- sided plaza with a circular one way carriageway, Moray Place, and bisected by George Street, Dunedin’s main street. The Octagon’s lovely grassed upper terrace and paved lower terrace are a great place to relax and watch the world go on around you. Edwardian styled streetlights and fittings and covered walkways compliment the many late Victorian and Edwardian buildings surrounding The Octagon. A statue of Robert Burns, a Scottish poet whose nephew Thomas Burns was one of the city’s founders, is on the upper half of the terrace Several significant buildings including St Paul’s Anglican Cathedral adjoin the plaza, as well as other civil and public buildings including the Dunedin Town Hall, Dunedin Public Library and the Public Art Gallery. It is also a hub for many cafes and bars as well as the public transport network. First laid out in 1846, it was originally named “The Square of Moray Place”, but was more commonly known as ‘The Octagon’. Left largely derelict until the two main parts of the city’s settlement were linked. From the 1890’s it rose to become the city’s central area. Renovated substantially during the 1980’s, it is now the city’s centre for café culture and has many al fresco dining options around the plaza.

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Miss Lucy’s , 47 Camp Street , Queenstown Sunday 5 January 2020 3:00pm – 7:00pm Admission: Free Queenstown’s local rooftop bar and pizzeria. Serving up drool-worthy woodfired pizzas, jalapeno poppers, and everything in-between, Miss Lucy’s is your next spot for a tipple or nibble. Design your own G&T cocktail at our Gin Garden pop up! Sip away your Sundays over summer with live music on the balcony. Let the afternoon be-gin!

The Matrix – Sci-fi Friday Otago Museum, 419 Great King Street, Dunedin, Otago Friday 10 January 2020 7:00pm – 9:30pm Adult: $15.00 Set in a dystopian future, humanity is unknowingly trapped inside a simulated reality, known as ‘the Matrix’, that was established by intelligent machines to occupy humans while they use their bodies as an energy source. Neo, a computer programmer, uncovers the truth and is drawn into a rebellion.

Kate Owen Scotts Brewing Co, 1 Wansbeck Street, South Hill, Oamaru, North Otago Friday 10 January 2020 7:00pm – 10:00pm Scotts Brewing Co, 1 Wansbeck Street, South Hill, Oamaru, North Otago Admission: Free Kate Owen is venturing out on a summer solo tour to promote her new single ‘Lullaby’ off her upcoming album ‘Not A Proper Girl’ due out in March 2020. A singer with a poetic, restrained intensity, Kate Owen has been songwriting for 20 years and performing live for a decade, but until now has never recorded an album. Her sound ranges from stripped-back laments to 90’s pop anthems.

Ice Age Otago Museum, 419 Great King Street, Dunedin, Otago Sunday 12 January 2020 4:30pm – 6:30pm Child: $10.00 Adult: $15.00 Come along for some school holiday fun that’s a bit different with a screening of the family favourite Ice Age under the dome in the Perpetual Guardian Planetarium. Set in the time of the ice age, a mammoth, a sloth, and a sabre-toothed tiger come across a human baby and, against all odds, work together to return it to its family. The film will be preceded by a seriously cool science demo. Popcorn and drinks will be available for purchase. Rated PG – some scenes may scare very young children. Run time 81 minutes.

Jo Little & Jared Smith Restless Bones Tour Bar Number 8, Level 1, 155 Ardmore Street, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes Sunday 12 January 2020 5:00pm – 7:00pm Bar Number 8, Level 1, 155 Ardmore Street, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes Admission: Free Jo Little and Jared Smith are a well known fixture of the Dunedin and wider Southern music scene. These veterans of the road have toured NZ and Aus many times over. With velvety harmonies and nostalgically crafted songs that dip their hand into a pick and mix bag of blues, alt-country, folk and soul.

Chinese Dress Ups and Collage

The building began in 1903 with the official opening in 1906. This is Dunedin’s fourth railway station and was built in fashionable but highly expensive Edwardian Baroque style. The architect George Troup used an experimental collaboration of classical and neo-gothic imagery which creates a grand and classically regimented structure. The roof was tiled in terracotta shingles from Marseilles, surmounted by copper-domed cupolas, and the southern end is dominated by a 37m high clocktower which is visible from much of central Dunedin. This grandiose building also features a mosaic floor of almost 750,000 Minton tiles in the booking hall, and a Frieze of Royal Doulton porcelain runs around the balcony above it. During the more prosperous years of the city, this station was the country’s busiest with handling of more than 100 trains a day. Due to the economic decline in the city, the number of trains has diminished some what, and it now serves more functions than its original purpose for which it was designed. It does however still operate for the Dunedin Railways tourist trains, a restaurant covers most of the ground floor and the upper floor is home to the New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame and the Dunedin Art Society. This stunning piece of architecture should definitely be on your must do list when you visit Dunedin as it seeps in history from days gone by, and possibly one of the most photographed buildings in New Zealand, you won’t be disappointed.

Toitu Otago Settlers Museum, 31 Queens Garden, Dunedin, Otago Monday 13 January 2020 – Sunday 26 January 2020 10:00am – 5:00am Admission: Free Chinese Dress Ups and collage - Year of the Rat. 2020 is the year of the rat, come along to celebrate and enjoy Chinesethemed craft activities and try on our colourful Chinese garments.

Sea-scapades Otago Museum, 419 Great King Street, Dunedin, Otago Tuesday 14 January 2020 10:30am and Wednesday 15 January 2020 10:30am Admission: Free Story and adventure time with the University Book Shop and Otago Museum! Get your fishy fins flapping, and dive deep into a world of imagination with the University Book Shop Storyteller. Challenge yourself with tasks on the Museum Reserve and in the Museum’s galleries, and then find facts about our underwater friends before crafting your own squid in the Animal Attic.

Speed Works Events - Round two Highlands Motorsport Park, 7 Sandflat Road, Cromwell, Central Otago Saturday 18 January 2020 9:00am and Sunday 19 January 2020 9:00am Weekend Package: $64.00 ($60.00 + $4.00 fees) General Admission: $43.50 ($40.00 + $3.50 fees) The Speed Works MotorSport NZ Championship is back from the Christmas break and on New Zealand’s South Island over the weekend of January 18th and 19th at the fantastic Highlands Motorsport Park in picturesque Cromwell.

Pixar’s Up in the Planetarium Otago Museum, 419 Great King Street, Dunedin, Otago Saturday 18 January 2020 4:30pm – 6:00pm Child: $10.00 Adult: $15.00 Come along for some school holiday fun that’s a bit different with a screening of Pixar’s beloved adventure Up under the dome in the Perpetual Guardian Planetarium. Carl, an elderly widower, goes on an adventure in his flying house in search of Paradise Falls, his wife’s dream destination. Along the way, he forms an unusual friendship, despite his best efforts to journey alone. The film will be preceded by some of our favourite balloon-based science demonstrations. Popcorn and drinks will be available for purchase.

Music for All Ages and All Genres Toitu Otago Settlers Museum, 31 Queens Garden, Dunedin, Otago Saturday 18 January 2020 2:00pm – 3:00pm Admission: Free Katie Morgan on piano. Join Dunedin-based pianist Katie Morgan for an eclectic performance of popular tunes. Katie will present a collection of pieces ranging from the classics to TV themes, pop tunes to old jazz standards. Celebrate the new year with live music on your next trip to the museum.

2020 NZ Jet Sprint Championship Oxbow Adventure Aquatrack, 995 Luggate Wanaka Highway, Luggate, Queenstown Lakes Saturday 25 January 2020 10:30am – 6:00pm Adult: $33.75 ($30.00 + $3.75 fees) Child: $10.25 ($10.00 + $0.25 fees) Family Pass - 2 adults and 2 children: $69.62 ($65.00 + $4.62 fees) The Southern Jet Sprint Club are EXCITED to be hosting the 3rd round in The NZ Jet Sprint Series! If you love speed, smell of methanol, and the vibration of engines, then you better get down to 995 Luggate/Wanaka Highway to watch the spills and thrills as racers push it to the limit, aiming to achieve the ultimate glory of a podium finish.

You Should Be Dancing - Summer Tour

Sherwood, 554 Frankton Road, Queenstown Saturday 25 January 2020 8:00pm – 11:55pm General Admission: $20.00 “You Should Be Dancing” is a night of exceedingly danceable disco hits. A great big dancing disco celebration! We are excited to announce our 2020 Summer tour! A new disco decade! We play classic Disco that you would have to be a robot not to move to. A literal Boogie Wonderland! If you’re sick of needing or feeling like you need a good reason to shake your thang, or perhaps you are worried your friends will judge your over enthusiastic extravagance, come on down to “You Should Be Dancing” and meet your newest friends on the dance floor in front of the biggest, crispiest, bassiest sound system in town. All kinds of nice people welcome. Dress up or down. Good times, great drinks, a grooving dance floor and glamorous tunes plus a few special surprises. What have you got to lose?!

Chinese New Year

Dunedin Chinese Garden, Cnr Rattray & Cumberland Streets, Dunedin, Otago Saturday 25 January 2020 6:30am – 10:00pm General Admission (Gold Coin): $2.00 Visit Lan Yuan, Dunedin Chinese Garden and celebrate our Chinese heritage while welcoming in the new year. Vibrant, surprising and fun. Celebrate the Year of the Rat with us! 6.30pm - Entertainment at the Garden 7.00pm - Garden open with gold coin entry 7.15pm - Dragon parade from the Octagon 7.30pm - Dragon and lion dance, cultural performances, food stalls and grand finale at the Garden Lan Yuan, Dunedin Chinese Garden.

Jackie Bristow 50Dundas, 50 Dundas Street, Dunedin, Otago Sunday 26 January 2020 7:30pm – 10:00pm General Admission: $16.38 ($15.00 + $1.38 fees) Club Members: $10.25 ($10.00 + $0.25 fees) A not-to-be-missed concert by Nashville, Tennessee based singer/ songwriter Jackie Bristow who makes a welcome return visit to the land of her birth. With performances featuring soulfully-seductive melodies, a beautiful voice and earnest lyrics, Jackie has been the opening act for many of her musical heroes, including Bonnie Raitt and her songs have been used extensively in Australian and New Zealand film and television hit shows.

Philip Fleming Otago Museum, 419 Great King Street, Dunedin, Otago Sunday 26 January 2020 1:00pm – 2:00pm Admission: Free Live@OM regular, singer-songwriter Philip Fleming performs some of his original compositions for your Sunday afternoon listening. Incorporating guitar and saxophone, Philip’s genre encompasses reggae, rock, and jazz with Arabic modal influences, and indie guitar pop.

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WHAT’S ON IN JANUARY MARKETS Every Saturday OTAGO FARMERS SATURDAY MARKET Saturday Mornings 8am - 12.30pm at Dunedin Railway Station – Off Anzac Ave. Every Saturday morning rain or shine, the Dunedin Railway Station north carpark is transformed into a bustling market place, with thousands of people enjoying the best that Otago has to offer.

Blueskin Community Market

Dunedin Octagon Market The Dunedin Octagon Market is situated in the hub of Dunedin City and operates from 9:30am till 3:30pm every day a cruise ship is visiting (October through till April). Weather permitting. Your one stop shop for unique handcrafted gifts. Each and every stall holder is focused on providing a high-quality service and customer satisfaction. New Zealand made products. New Zealand Photography - Glass Coasters - Metal Prints - Magnets - Bone Carving - Stone Carving - Gemstone Jewellery - Pottery - Bags - Cards - Soaps & Body creams - Swarovski Crystals - Paua Jewellery - Needlework - Quilting - Woodware - Home Decor - Bears and more - Manuka Products - Paintings Decoupage - Mosaics - Possum & Merino Knitware - Hats - Lavender Products - Cushions

Cecil Turbine + Jane McArthur Inch Bar, 8 Bank Street, Dunedin, Otago Thursday 30 January 2020 9:00pm – 11:30pm Admission: Free Cecil Turbine and Jane McArthur Band, all the way from Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, are coming to perform in Dunedin. Doors 9pm. Music 9.30pm. Drinks and food available.

Science Under the Ice

Otago Museum, 419 Great King Street, Dunedin, Otago Thursday 30 January 2020 5:30pm – 6:30pm Admission: Free Coastal Marine Biodiversity in the Ross Sea, Antarctica. Spiders the size of dinner plates, burrowing sea urchins, and 100-year-old scallops are just some of the incredible creatures living below the Antarctic sea ice. Scientists brave -2°C waters and dive under three metres of sea ice to explore this hidden world.

King Beats Charity Festival 2020

Gallery on Blueskin, 1 Harvey St, Waitati, Blueskin Bay, Dunedin 1st Sunday of every month 11:00am–1:00pm Blueskin Community Market is held in and around the Art Gallery in Waitati, 15 minutes drive north from Dunedin city. It hosts many stalls including organic produce, crafts, clothing, jams and pickles, carboot, coffee, Indian food, and honey. Waitati is a great destination for a day trip - shopping and lunch at the market followed by a visit to the art gallery (which is always open during market days), Blueskin Nurseries and a walk on Doctors Point beach. Hire en electric bike from the gallery to explore the village, or cycle up to the ecosanctuary. Check out the new designer clothing shop recently moved across from the market. More details for Blueskin Community Market can be found on facebook.

Port Chalmers Community Market

Remarkables Market Hawthorne Drive, Frankton, Queenstown, New Zealand Local artisans sell crafts and gifts with a tasty selection of local produce available. Come and relax, enjoy the mellow vibes and outstanding 360° mountain views over a coffee and brunch. Located at The Remarkables Park Red Barn, the Market is open every Saturday from 26 October 2019 (Labour Weekend) – Saturday 18 April 2020.

Kingston Station 87 state highway, Queenstown Saturday 1 February 2020 1:00pm and Sunday 2 February 2020 2:00am Early bird: $105.00 General addmission: $115.00 King Beats Festival is on its 5th year running, in 2020 King Beats welcome everyone to Kingston Station on Saturday 1st February. King Beats welcome headliners, masters of roots, reggae, and rock – Kora! featuring at the festival is a loaded line up with “The Slacks” from Auckland, solo artist “Tullara” from Australia, local band “Turtle Funk” with their lead singer from Brazil and “Haven” local lads from Wakatipu High School who came second in 2019 Smokefree Rockquest national finals. The range of bands and music will ensure the summer vibes are felt throughout the event.

Jazz On the Lawn Olveston Historic Home, 42 Royal Terrace, Dunedin, Otago Sunday 2 February 2020 3:00pm – 6:00pm Adults: $20.00 Buy Tickets – 03-477-3320 Jazz on the Lawn 2020 Summer Series. Olveston is proud to present the Jazz on the Lawn 2020 Summer Series featuring the Feel Good Friday Trio.

The Luck of The Irish – Ireland and New Zealand

Toitu Otago Settlers Museum, 31 Queens Garden, Dunedin, Otago Sunday 2 February 2020 2:00pm – 3:00pm Admission: Free The Luck of the Irish – Ireland and New Zealand: A budding relationship. Prof. Sonja Tiernan launches this exciting series with an assessment of the historical connections between Ireland and New Zealand before discussing the current bonds between these two nations. Growing connections are primarily evident in the recent opening of an Irish Embassy in New Zealand and a reciprocal Embassy of New Zealand in Dublin, for the first time. shared for the first time as part of this public event.

Port Chalmers Community, 70 George Street, Dunedin On the third Sunday of every month 10:10am – 3:00pm The Pink - lilac cycloptic octopus wants you in Lawnsville, Port Chalmers this SundayIt is opposite the Four Square Supermarket and below the highly esteemed. Print maker’s Studio of Manu Berry. In fact every third Sunday of the month is Market day. Stalls with everything organic produce, local food, books, weaving etc. Free to public but stalls have a small hire.

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SPEIGHT’S BREWERY TOUR History never tasted so good. See over 141 years of brewing history as our guides take you through our interactive brewery tour.

SPEIGHT’S ALE HOUSE

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Found next to the iconic brewery is the original Speight’s Ale House, which opened in 1999. Experience the generous hospitality and delicious food, perfectly matched with fresh Speight’s on tap.

+64 3 477 7697

+64 3 471 9050

TOURS@SPEIGHTS.CO.NZ

MANAGER@THEALEHOUSE.CO.NZ

SPEIGHTS.CO.NZ

WWW.THEALEHOUSE.CO.NZ

BOOK NOW: WWW.SPEIGHTS.CO.NZ/BREWERY-TOUR *Speight’s Brewery Tour has limited wheelchair accessibility.

DUNEDIN DINING GUIDE Grand Bar & Cafe Dunedin Casino’s Restaurant

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Open daily from 11am - 11pm

23 The Octagon,Dunedin ph: (03) 479 0785 Open seven days 7.30am - 10.00pm

Harvest Cafe

Tremendous range of sandwiches, cakes, tarts and cheesecakes. Deli style meals. All homemade. Great coffees and teas, including herbal. Located near McDonalds on 218 George Street (in Harvest Court Mall). Ph (03) 477 5700.

(excluding Christmas Day & Good Friday)

cafe harvest

Open everyday for breakfast, lunch and dinner, until late. The Craic prides itself on using the best local produce available, specialising in Seafood and Game dishes. Matched perfectly by our extensive selection of beers, wines and whisky’s.

24 The Octagon, Dunedin. Phone (03) 479 0781

118 High Street, Dunedin dunedincasino.co.nz

Havest Court Mall (near McDonalds) 218 George Street, Dunedin. Phone (03) 477 5700

YOU CAN STAY ALL DAY AND ENJOY THE CRAIC. Enjoy great food, great service and great Craic in the heart of the Octagon.

PICTURED: OPEN STEAK SANDWICH

The Craic offers both a fantastic selection of international and NZ beers, wines, spirits and whiskys as well as an extensive menu for brunch, lunch and dinner. Our A Graded Kitchen produces menus that focus on using the best local produce with an emphasis towards seafood and game, infused with Irish favourites and offering something for everyone.

What’s the Craic?

Craic, or “crack” as it is pronounced, is a traditional Irish term for banter, fun, entertainment and enjoyable conversation. So sit back, relax, and enjoy great food and drink. And of course, great Craic!

The Craic Irish Tavern in the Octagon Open 7 days 9am till late. Monday to Friday 8am to late Saturday and Sunday.

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DUNEDIN TOP ATTRACTIONS

V I S I T A N D E X P L O R E T H E O N LY A U T H E N T I C SCHOLAR’S GARDEN IN THE SOUTHERN HEMISPHERE Learn about the Dunedin Chinese Settlers in our alleyway exhibition. Savour traditional tea and dumplings in the enchanting teahouse.

O P E N DA I LY 10am – 5pm A D M I S S I O N Adult $9.50 Under 13 FREE (maximum three) A N N UA L PA S S $21 Cnr Cumberland and Rattray Streets (beside Toitū Otago Settlers Museum) www.dunedinchinesegarden.com 03 477 3248

Create memories and dress up in traditional Chinese costume. Immerse yourself in the extensive collection of books gifted by the Shanghai Library, Yu Garden and the Chinese Embassy.

The Dunedin Casino is located in the Scenic Circle Southern Cross Hotel. It was built in 1883 and later transformed into a Casino in 1999. Since opening, Dunedin Casino has provided a unique entertainment and historical experience to visitors of the city. The gaming area offers a boutique experience with 180 electronic gaming machines and 12 table games. 118 High Street, Dunedin dunedincasino.co.nz

Open daily from 11am - 3am (excluding Christmas Day & Good Friday)

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DUNEDIN TOP ATTRACTIONS

GET WILD on OTAGO PENINSULA DISCOVER OUR UNIQUE ATTRACTIONS 2 1 3

World’s only mainland Royal Albatross breeding colony

World’s smallest penguins come home each night

1. Royal Albatross Centre 2. Blue Penguins Pukekura 3. Fort Taiaroa 4. Fletcher House 5. Glenfalloch Garden 6. Glenfalloch Restaurant

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4 5,6 Explore a beautiful garden in a hidden valley

World’s only fully restored Armstrong Disappearing Gun hidden in a secret fort

Visit NZ’s Wildlife Capital

Visit our attractions. Take our tours. Support the conservation work of NZ’s first private charitable conservation trust

NZ’s only fully restored 1909 Edwardian Villa

Don’t want to drive? Take one of our fantastic birdlovers Tiki Tours

Dine at one of Dunedin’s top restaurants albatross.org.nz | bluepenguins.co.nz | glenfalloch.co.nz | otagopeninsulatrust.co.nz

Penguin Place conservation reserve

Helping the Endangered Yellow Eyed Penguin Penguin Place is a private conservation reserve, dedicated to helping the endangered Yellow Eyed Penguin. We offer you the opportunity to visit a working conservation programme which is set on a family sheep farm, you will experience natural activity at close range through a unique system of covered trenches and viewing hides. We access the breeding grounds and living areas to get an insight and intimate understanding on what makes Yellow Eyed Penguins so unique, your experienced and knowledgeable guide will share with you personal stories on these non migratory penguins and explain about their struggle for survival and how our project is giving them a real chance. This project is fully funded by the guided tours, funding provides habitat restoration, predator control, our own research programme and on-site rehabilitation care for the sick, starving and injured. It is our hope that through this work, the future of this rare and wonderful bird will be assured. Guided tours are 90 minutes in duration and run 365 days of the year. Bookings Essential: 03 4780 286 www.penguinplace.co.nz www.facebook.com/penguinplace

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OTAGO PENINSULA To Oamaru

Warrington

Purakaunui Long Beach

Waitati

Taiaroa Head Royal Albatross Centre

Aramoana

Port Chalmers

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Predominantly of volcanic origin, the Otago Peninsula is steep and on the Pacific side very rugged. The harbour side, warm, sunny and sheltered, has a micro climate that is better than anywhere else on the Otago coast. The 20 km long shallow-bottomed fiord, Otago Harbour, is the home of an abundance of wildlife. World famous are the Royal Albatross and the endangered Yellow Eyed Penguin (Hoiho), but also the Little Blue Penguin and the Stewart Island Shag can be seen in their natural environment. A number of walkways give you access to the many breathtaking views and sheer cliff faces like ‘The Chasm’ and ‘Lovers Leap’.

At the entrance to the Otago Harbour the peninsula rises to Taiaroa Head, home to a breeding colony of northern royal albatross the only colony of albatross to be found on an inhabited mainland. The viewing centre for the albatross colony is one of the peninsula’s main ecotourism attractions, along with other wildlife such as seals and yellow-eyed penguins. Most of the Otago Peninsula is freehold farming land, with increasing numbers of small holdings or lifestyle blocks. Some biodiversity sites such as Taiaroa Head are managed as sanctuaries for wildlife. Many species of seabirds and waders in particular may be found around the tidal inlets, including spoonbills, plovers, and herons.

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TAIAROA HEADS (Pukekura)

Established over 100 years ago to counter the treat Tsarist Russia, the Observation Post at Fort Taiaroa Heads Reserve overlooks part of the albatross colony on the Otago Peninsula as well as having spectacular views of the peninsula. Fort Taiaro is now a museum and visitors can view the Armstrong Disappearing Gun which has worldwide recognition as the only one in the world still working and in its original gun pit. You can also wander through the underground tunnels and view detailed models showing how the gun worked.t

Open 7 days for Lunch, Dinner, Dessert Offering quality imaginative, contemporary fare with traditional New Zealand flavours. Using only fresh local produce, our head chef for the last 18 months has developed an appetizing menu with something for everyone.

7 Harington Point Road Portobello, Otago Peninsula Ph 03 478 0801 1908cafe.co.nz

Monarch Wildlife Cruises Most locals will tell you that there’s one thing you shouldn’t miss whilst in Dunedin - a Monarch Wildlife Cruise! Operating since 1985, the Monarch team are known for getting you closer to unique Southern Ocean wildlife.

Hop aboard their short one hour cruise, departing daily from Wellers Rock Wharf. You’ll travel out through the head of the Otago Harbour, past volcanic cliffs and a historic lighthouse. Watch as huge Northern Royal Albatross glide in from the ocean and soar up to their hillside nesting colony. From here you can watch as they interact and feed the hungry chicks. The local NZ Fur Seal population will keep you entertained as the skipper guides the boat expertly close to rocky outcrops for great photo opportunities . A short way out to sea you’ll generally spot other albatross and seabird species. Occasionally you might get lucky and see a NZ Sealion, a Blue Penguin or even Hectors and Dusky Dolphins.

If you are looking for an awesome day exploring the Otago Peninsula then take a look at their other tour options. They all include the Wildlife Cruise and also visits to the Royal Albatross Centre, Penguin Place, Larnach Castle or Blue Penguins Pukekura. Monarch Wildlife Cruises really are your one-stop shop for nature tours in Dunedin.

20 Fryatt Street, Dunedin, NZ www.wildlife.co.nz ph: (03) 477 4276

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OAMARU & WAITAKI DISTRICT Oamaru’s Victorian Precinct

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Meet the growers, farmers and producers of the best seasonal produce our region has to offer. You’ll be sure to find a fantastic selection of fruit and vegetables, meat, fish, plants, baking, preserves, eggs and more. WHEN: Every Sunday from 9:30am - 1;00pm WHERE: corner Wansbeck St and Tyne St,Oamaru NEW ZEALAND

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Oamaru, meaning ‘place of Maru’ in Maori, is the largest town in the Waitaki district in North Otago. European settlement began in 1853 and by 1860 the town was growing rich serving the pastoralists and gold miners. By the mid 1880’s the town centre had and an impressive array of buildings made from the locally-quarried limestone, many of these buildings remain today and are worth stopping in and viewing if you are in the area, they contain a mixture of shops, galleries and food & drink outlets. Bushy Beach Scenic Reserve is also a top spot to visit, with some stunning vistas from the viewing platforms, and if your lucky you may see some NZ Fur Seals/Kekeno on the rocks below or the Yellow Eyed Penguin (before 9am or after 3pm).

As you explore Oamaru’s Victorian Precinct, you’ll be surrounded by some of New Zealand’s most complete and beautiful Victorian Streetscapes. Originally the commercial and business district of Oamaru, the buildings in the Precinct were predominantly grain and seed warehouses throughout the late 19th century. The charitable trust, Whitestone Civic Trust, was later established with the aim of preserving the Oamaru Victorian Precinct and it now owns 16 of the Victorian buildings. These beautiful limestone buildings house a mixture of galleries, shops, traditional crafts, food & drink outlets.

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Shopping

With so many fun, quirky stores to keep you entertained, shop ‘til you drop in Oamaru and the Waitaki. Explore some wonderfully unique stores dotted throughout the district and concentrated in Oamaru and the Victorian Precinct. Here you’ll find some great New Zealand products and truly memorable souvenirs.

DUNTROON MOERAKI Once used as a whaling station by early Europeans, there is plenty to see and do in this tranquil little fishing village. Fresh fish straight off the boat, or sample at one of the local cafes and restaurants. Charters are also available if you want to catch your own, and while out you may see lots of other wildlife in the area, Hectors Dolphins, seals or maybe even orca. The Moeraki Boulders are just a 5 minute drive from the village, and they will not disappoint, these impressive spherical boulders are definitely the highlight in the area. Katiki Point Lighthouse built in 1878 is also a highlight and worth a visit, it is also a haven for wildlife such as the endangered Yellow-eyed Penguin, Little Penguins and also fur seals. Accommodation is limited so make sure you book ahead to avoid missing out. MOERAKI BOULDERS These spherical boulders are scattered on Koekohe Beach on the Otago coast. A popular tourist attraction, these boulders started forming in ancient sea floor sediments around 60 million years ago with the largest boulder having taken approximately 4 million years to get their current size. They are concretions that have been exposed through shoreline erosion from coastal cliffs. Some of the boulders are over 2 metres wide and weigh several tonnes, one third of the boulders range in size from .5 to 1 metre in diameter and the other two thirds are from 1.5 to 2.2 metres, most a spherical but a small proportion are elongated .

A 30 minute drive inland from Oamaru is the town of Duntroon, small on size but big on character. There may not seem much at first glance but this town is big on cultural, historical and geological history. Some of the unique features the town has restored and maintained is the old goal and Nicol’s Blacksmith, which on certain days has a working blacksmith on site. The local Vanished World Heritage Centre showcases the geology of the Waitaki region, preserving fossils and extinct species that have been found in the area. You can also see some of the amazing geological formations and sites along the Vanished World Trail, this self-guided trail spans from MoerakiOamaru and inland through the Waitaki Valley. With over 20 sites relating to landforms, distinctive rocks, minerals and fossils. Most are sign-posted and have explanatory panels, brochures are also available at the Waitaki District i-Sites and other Waitaki Retailers.

Takiroa Rock Art Shelter, these drawings have been here between 1400-1900, nobody knows the who first put the charcoal and ochre on these walls, but the presence of Moa and extinct Quail bones suggest it started early. Listed as number 5 on the History of New Zealand in 100 Places List, we think this historical site is worth a visit. Another site in the area worth a look also is the Maerewhenua Maori Rock Painting. Earthquakes – This geological site is a popular visiting spot for many travelers, approximately 10km from Duntroon this valley is remarkable for its huge limestone land formations, originally thought to have been caused by a devastating earthquake. However it was not to be and in fact was caused by a land slump thousands, perhaps millions of years ago. You can find this location at the North end of Duntroon on Earthquake Road.

Elephant Rocks

The Elephant Rocks are only a short picturesque drive from Oamaru and about 5 kms south of Duntroon, they are a collection of large weathered limestone rocks, not necessarily shaped like elephants but very unique in their own way. They vary in size from approximately 1-10 metres across and are naturally scattered over a grassy paddock. They are on privately owned land and sheep may be present, but access is allowed via a paddock directly opposite the parking bay. The location was also used in the first Chronicles of Narnia film in 2005.

Totara Estate

Experience a taste of living history when you visit Totara Estate, the birthplace of the frozen meat industry in New Zealand. Self Guided or guided tours available. Sheep to feed and stories to hear. Try a little colonial deliciousness in the original Cookhouse Café. Our friendly staff are on hand to welcome you every day from 10.00am to 4.00pm from September to May. Admission Fees Apply.

8 Kms South of Oamaru - State Highway1 www.totaraestate.co.nz totara estate Ph 03 433 1269

Phone: 03 436 0876 Mobile: 027 501 6534 westernhouse.kurow@gmail.com

5469 State Highway 83, Kurow 9494

Built in 1861, Western House, formerly known as Western Hotel, was built to provide a place of rest for weary travelers travelling up the Waitaki River towards Kurow in North Otago. It is one of the first accommodation houses. It has architectural significance as a gold rush era accommodation house & social significance as a relic of the coaching days when these houses were vital stops on long coaching routes between the distant communities. While staying at Western House Bed & Breakfast you get to experience a taste of the local fare, with fresh eggs and produce, and afterwards take a stroll around the property which also has its very own water wheel. It is a great location to stay as it is very central to the region, with Alps to Ocean Cycle Trail right on the doorstep. Fishing, boating and camping are very popular in the area, which has a warm temperate climate for much of the year.

Clarks Mill Explore the evolution of marine animals at our Geology & Fossil Centre and see famous marine fossils like Waipatia, the sharked tooth dolphin, ancient whales and giant State Highway 1 selection of books and gifts. penguins.Browse our great Dig8km yoursouth own fossils in the ‘Discovery of Oamaru, Oamaru Room’.

http://www.totaraestate.co.nz Vanished World Fossil Centre +64 3 433Open 1269 daily 10am to 4pm Open Daily 10am - 4pm St, Duntroon 7 Campbell

www.vanishedworld.co.nz *Admission charge applies.

Not far down the road from Totara Estate and originally the same farm is Clarks Mill in Maheno. Built in 1866, the innovation and energy that went into the technological advances of early agriculture in New Zealand also extended to this flour mill. Here you can walk the history from water to electric power and from millstone to roller milling in this fully restored marvel. Open every Sunday from 21 October to April 1pm – 3pm. Machinery operates last Sunday of the month. 12 Kms down the road from Oamaru. Group Tours available at both sites by arrangement. Admission charges apply. See our website or facebook page for more details www.clarksmill.co.nz Phone 03 433 1269 totara estate

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Cromwell

CENTRAL OTAGO Why visit central otago?

Central Otago is New Zealand’s most inland region, also it’s hottest, coldest and driest. The region celebrates a magnificent natural and historic wealth; distinguished through its expansive landscapes, defined seasons, distinctive heritage, year round curling, wine trails and New Zealand’s first rail trail. Set your own tempo of activity in Central Otago. Cycle a section of the Otago Central Rail Trail, taste award winning wines in amazing locations, try curling year round, play a round of golf at any one of the 11 golf courses, cruise the Clutha River, visit picturesque historic gold mining towns or just kick back and relax at one of the many boutique historic or heritage accommodation places. Central Otago is a place where you relax, indulge and rejuvenate. Central Otago is readily accessible by main highways from Christchurch, Dunedin, Invercargill, Queenstown and the West Coast via Wanaka. Dunedin International Airport is 2.5 hours from Alexandra and Queenstown International Airport is 40 minutes from Cromwell. Central Otago has four distinct seasons and is cooler in winter, however the climate is mostly dry and sunny all year! The people of Central Otago have a strong sense of “Love of Place” and are proud to share their place with visitors. It is a place which truly offers A World of Difference.

Alexandra

44 Manuherikia Road, Alexandra Ph.(03)4488297

info@ahp.nz

www.ahp.nz

Close to Gold Mining, Rail Trail, Aqua Centre, Golf Courses Bike & Walking Tracks, Wine Trails, Curling, Fantastic Fising. Approx 1 hour Drive to Wanaka, Queenstown, Nasby, Ranfurly.

“Great for a getaway in Sunny Central Otago”

On Manuherikia Road Alexandra Holiday Park is scenically set close to the Rail Trail, mountain bike and walking tracks, wine trails, goldmining, fantastic fishing, aquatic centre and golf course. The Holiday Park complex is centrally heated (including the amenities block and TV room) with a range of accommodation options from self-contained units, cabins, caravan and tent sites, and backpackers rooms. School groups catered for with conference facilities (private fully equipped kitchen/toilets/ bedrooms) for hire. Approximately one hour to/ from Wanaka/Queenstown. Manuherikia Road, Alexandra. info@ahp.nz www.ahp.nz

Cromwell … Central Otago’s Action-Packed Destination Looking for a lake teaming with trout and whichever way the wind blows has smooth water for family doughnut riding or winding out the jet-ski. Cromwell’s got it. Looking to pedal a mountain bike or power a trail bike up to the clouds? Cromwell’s surrounded by lofty ranges laced with tracks and trails from fairly easy to hair-raising. Looking to unwind with a glass or two of New Zealand’s finest pinots? Cromwell’s at the heart of the Central Otago wine region. Looking to spend time walking and hiking? Cromwell’s got miles of lakeside and mountain top opportunities. Looking to discover New Zealand’s past? You’ll find it alive and well in Old Town Cromwell. Looking to entertain the kids with some panning? In Cromwell you’ll strike gold. Looking to tell people what they’re missing. Many of Cromwell’s cafes also serve up free internet. Looking for a holiday base that’s central to everything? No guessing the answer to that. Cromwell. Less than an hour from Queenstown, a little under three- quarters of an hour from Wanaka, 20 minutes from Clyde (start/finish of the Otago Central Rail Trail... www.otagocentralrailtrail.co.nz) and half an hour from Alexandra.

CROMWELL’S HOSPITALITY AND VISITOR CENTRE C N R H I G H W A Y 8 B & B A R R Y AV E N U E , C R O M W E L L

Three Star Plus Harvest Hotel (formerly Golden Gate Lodge) is Central Otago's gateway accommodation where all 47 standard and premium suites (Queens, Super Kings, Twins, Triples and rollaway beds available) have French doors opening on to breath-taking mountain, golf links, vineyard and rural views. Amenities include Free Wi-Fi, extensive parking, guest laundry, room service, 24 hour reception (night porter 10.30pm to 6am) EMAIL: info@thegate.nz

Hunting lodge themed Five Stags Bar and Restaurant has evolved from the need to provide honest, hard-working locals and travelling folk with a welcoming, family friendly place to grab a cold pint, a glass of wine or a great feed and share stories about their day or week. The restaurant is cleverly separated from the bar which itself has multiple areas to appeal to differing occasions and customers. NZ FREEPHONE: 0800 104 451

Just under an hour from Queenstown Airport, even less from Wanaka and on the main Christchurch – Queenstown and Queenstown – Dunedin highways, Forage Information Centre & Cafe at The Gate could not be better positioned for tourists hungry for food and refreshment or thirsty for information and being able to make accommodation, activities and tour bookings there and then. PHONE: + 64 3 445 1777

World famous in Cromwell and throughout much of Central Otago, Black Panther Pizza has since 2011 become a take away – dine in favourite with locals and visitors for consistent quality and ‘Grrreat Taste, Grrreat Value’. The pizza base dough is made daily on premises and then on getting your order, our pizza makers bake their creations in the Black Panther Pizza Stone Oven that distributes heat evenly for that traditional pizza crispness.

FAX: + 64 3 445 1776

WEB: www.thegate.nz

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WANAKA Wanaka in Summer

The freedom to do your own thing, away from the crowds, with breathtaking lakes and mountains as your playground. A year-round destination set against the pristine alpine backdrop of Mount Aspiring National Park, you can still discover that totally relaxed Kiwi way of life at Lake Wanaka. Many attractions and adventure sports are within reach of Lake Wanaka. Take a scenic cruise on the lake, sample locally made exquisite wines, or fish at one of the many easily accessible spots. Alternatively, venture into the hills and mountains surrounding Wanaka. Mountain biking, sking, hiking and climbing are all available in this area. Check out www.lakewanaka.co.nz for more information.

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Speed Works Events - Round two Highlands Motorsport Park, 7 Sandflat Road, Cromwell, Central Otago Saturday 18 January 2020 9:00am and Sunday 19 January 2020 9:00am The Speed Works MotorSport NZ Championship is back from the Christmas break and on New Zealand’s South Island over the weekend of January 18th and 19th at the fantastic Highlands Motorsport Park in picturesque Cromwell. And it’s a big weekend for motorsport with a new look Castrol Toyota Racing Series and a brand new class – TCR – making their first appearances. For TRS, there’s a brand new car, a new engine and new tyres for the class - which is widely recognised as the best place in the world in January and February for up and coming international single seater drivers to race.

Bar Number 8, Level 1, 155 Ardmore Street, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes Wednesday 5 February 2020 8:00pm – 10:30pm Summer 2020 sees Tattletale Saints return home to celebrate the release of their new album, Dancing Under the Dogwoods, out on January 24th.

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Oxbow Adventure Aquatrack, 995 Luggate Wanaka Highway, Luggate, • Cwawr sw•. a4dWvDe’sn t•u Sr e dr aennst a• l M Queenstown Lakes s .i cn io B. nu zs e s Saturday 25 January 2020 10:30am – 6:00pm Adult: $33.75 ($30.00 + 03 443 6050 | info@adventurerentals.co.nz $3.75 fees) Child: $10.25 ($10.00 + $0.25 fees) 51 Brownston Street, Wanaka Family Pass - 2 adults and 2 children: $69.62 ($65.00 + $4.62 fees) The Southern Jet Sprint Club are EXCITED to be hosting the 3rd round in The NZ Jet Sprint Series! Wanaka offers out and12 adventure rentals.indd 1 some great tracks, if you are keen to get 26/03/19 If you love speed, smell of methanol, and the vibration of engines, then you explore the area in the fresh air. there are trails suitable from beginner better get down to 995 Luggate/Wanaka Highway to watch the spills and to advanced depending fitness levels. The outlet track, 03 443 6050 | info@adventurerentals.co.nz thrills as racers push it to the limit, aiming to achieve the ultimate glory of Hawea river track 5and the Beacon Point tracks are popular with 1 Brownston Street, Wanaka a podium finish. families wanting a leisurely ride.

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Surrounded by picturesque mountains, Lake Hawea is an outdoor adventurers’ paradise. With little more than a 15 minute scenic drive from Wanaka on the Makarora/West Coast road you can be partaking in some of the country’s finest fly fishing or enjoying some adrenalin B E SonTor C A R the S , lake. B E S T R E N TA L S filled activities around In summer it is a favorite spot for those keen on wind surfing, paddle • C a rswimming s • 4 Wbut D ’also s there are some boarding, boating, and kayaking great mountain bike tracks and walks. Sentinel Peak • Sedans • M i n i Peak, B u s Isthmus es are just a couple of great hiking tracks popular in Hawea, for more information and maps you can visit the local i-Site or the Department of Conservation website has all current information. There is some accommodation available at Lake Hawea, however to avoid missing out it pays to book early, especially during the summer season..

This is New Zealands 3rd largest National Park covering 355,543 hectares and is part of Te Wahipounamu - South West NZ Heritage area. The park offers a large number of walks, either short or longer hikes depending on ability. A highlight for many is the 30 minute Blue Pools Walk, winding through a Silver Beech Forest, across a swing bridge to a viewing platform overlooking the crystal clear pool. For more information on the park, see the Wanaka i-Site or Department of Conservation website

Whats On

Plenty to see at PUZZLING WORLD!

Ph: 03 443 6641

Information on bike hire and maps are all available at the local i-Site, so get out and enjoy the amazing scenery the region has to offer.

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QUEENSTOWN Arrowtown

Queenstown (Tahuna)

Travel information

Queenstown is a resort town in Central Otago nestled around an inlet on beautiful Lake Wakitipu. With rugged mountains such as The Remarkables, Cecil Peak, Walter Peak and Ben Lomond and Queenstown Hill surrounding, it makes for some stunning views, especially in winter when the mountains are snow-capped. Alpine wonderland, deep canyons and cascading rivers and the clear crystal lake waters sums up Queenstown Queenstown is a popular year round destination with a huge range of attractions, snow skiing in the winter, water activities in the summer plus many more which can be done at any time of the year. Adrenalin junkies are attracted to Queenstown for many of the activities, high-speed jet boat rides, skydiving, bungy jumping, mountain biking plus much more. However it also offers a lot for those wanting to relax and unwind with attractions such as museums, gardens, vineyards, walking tracks, boat cruises, plus many more. A true slice of paradise sits a spectacular 45 minute drive from Queenstown on the northern shores of Lake Wakitipu, Glenorchy has provided many a backdrop to films, including ‘Lord of the Rings’ and the Narnia movies. Set amongst snow-capped mountains, pristine lakes & rivers stunning national parks, this is a gateway to amazing hiking trails, jet boating, kayaking and horse trekking.

Queenstown has an international airport located just a 10 minute drive from the town centre. Daily domestic flights are available in and out of Queenstown by Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas or Virgin Australia. Travel by road is a great scenic option if you don’t have any time contraints, Christchurch to Queenstown via SH8 is approximately 5 hours 50 minutes, Dunedin to Queenstown via SH8 is approximately 3 hours 35 minutes. Accommodation options vary depending on your budget, backpacker, B&B’s, hotels, motels, luxury lodges or holiday parks, booking is advised as Queenstown is a busy place all year round. For all information on the area and booking attractions the i-Site Visitor Information Centre in the heart of Queenstown is the perfect place to start with friendly helpful staff who know the area well. i-Site – Visitor Information Centre Clocktower Building, Corner Camp & Shotover Streets Queenstown. HOSPITAL-20 Douglas St, Frankton | 03 441 0015 POLICE- 11 Camp Street | 03 441 1600 TAXI – 56 Shotover Street | 03 442 7788 AIRPORT- Airport Drive Frankton| 03 450 9031 DENTIST- 16 McBride Street, Frankton | 03 442 2711 POST OFFICE- 13 Camp Street | 03 442 7670

Whats On Feast Of The East

History When gold was discovered in the Shotover River in 1862, this

town sprang to life. The Central Otago Gold Rush was considered to be the country’s biggest gold strike and the Shotover River the second richest gold bearing river in the world, leading to miners from Australia and Californian goldfields, and many others from around the world flooding in and set up, hoping to strike it lucky. Temporary settlements with general stores and bars were set up, thus establishing Queenstown and Arrowtown. If you are wanting to learn more about the areas cultural heritage you can explore the old farm homesteads and historic gold mining villages in the area or partake in the numerous heritage walks, and if you’re feeling lucky eve

Arrowtown is a historic former gold mining town, it sits in The Arrow Basin which was carved out by the great glaciers from ages past. It began as a gold mining town in 1862 when gold was discovered in the region, miners flocked to the Arrow River to try and find their fortune and at the height of the gold rush the population had reached 7,000, the population today is somewhat less, being a just little over 2,000. For more information on early social and cultural history of the Wakitipu you can visit the Lakes District Museum which is located on the main street in Arrowtown. Today Arrowtown is a town reminiscent of times gone by with many of the buildings in the main street being built during the gold mining days, which have been preserved to their original beauty. With many great cafes, restaurants and boutique stores this picturesque town is worth a visit and just a mere 20 minute drive from Queenstown. Link buses to Arrowtown from Queenstown are also available and depart at various times, check out the Connectabus Website for more information.

Bazaar Queenstown, 38/54 Lake Esplanade, Queenstown Friday 10 January 2020 6:00pm – 9:30pm Ticket Information: Adult: $65.00 Child: $29.00 Door Sales Only Bazaar is bringing the fire this January and February. Just in time for Chinese New Year celebrations, our team of chefs are rolling out sizzling street food-inspired fare. Think wok tossing, robata grilling and sushi rolling, right before your eyes. Start with fresh seafood, from ceviche to tiger prawns. Then slurp dumpling soup, take a spin past the bao station. Roll your own crispy duck pancakes while we slice the aged sirloin. A parade of exotic flavours not to be missed. Friday & Saturday nights only.

Jo Little & Jared Smith Restless Bones Tour Bar Number 8, Level 1, 155 Ardmore Street, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes Sunday 12 January 2020 5:00pm – 7:00pm Admission: Free Bar Number 8, Level 1, 155 Ardmore Street, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes

You Should Be Dancing - Summer Tour

Remarkably Funny Presents: Open Mic Comedy

King Beats Charity Festival 2020

Yonder, 14 Church St, QueenstownTuesday 14 January 2020 8:00pm and Tuesday 4 February 2020 8:00pmYou’re invited to a Remarkably Funny birthday! Queenstown’s only regular comedy show is turning one and you won’t want to miss the celebrations.

Kingston Station 87 state highway, Queenstown Saturday 1 February 2020 1:00pm and Sunday 2 February 2020 2:00am King Beats Festival is on its 5th year running, in 2020 King Beats welcome everyone to Kingston Station on Saturday 1st February.

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CLUTHA - CATLINS The Catlins

The Catlins offers a glimpse of rural New Zealand set amid native forests, fringed by high cliffs and golden beaches. This spectacular coastal stretch is home to an array of marine life – sea lions are regular beach visitors, while dolphins frolic in the shallows. Keep your eyes peeled for the rare but distinctive hoiho, the Yellow-eyed penguin. Here, you’ll also find a world of waterfalls that are amongst the most photographed in the world. Some of the highlights of the Catlins include; Walking the rugged coastline to Nugget Point 100 metres above the heaving Southern Ocean; seal pups play in their sheltered rock pools below and thousands of sea birds circle around the iconic lighthouse and rock nuggets which have been a menace to ships for over 150 years. The water tumbles over rock faces at the spectacular Purakaunui Falls and McLean Falls which are highlights of the Catlins. It is a short 10 minute walk to both waterfalls through tall temperate rainforest where you will hear the call of the tui and bellbird. At Lake Wilkie you will find a piece of tranquillity. Time seems to slow down at this serene, reflective lake where the reeds stand still and the forest above whispers lightly in the breeze. Feel dwarfed by the sheer size of the Cathedral Caves. The caves are only accessible very close to low tide. Walk for ten minutes through ancient native forest and suddenly a beach appears before you. The brooding entrance to the caves is at the northern end of the beach where you will hear the dripping of water into reflective pools and breathe in the ocean smells.

Nugget Point

Just a short drive from Kaka Point is the site of the Nugget Point Lighthouse built in 1869. The lighthouse was built due to the rocky islets which are surrounding the tip of the headland. Originally powered by an oil burner, it was converted to a 1000 watt lamp in 1949, with electricity by a diesel generator in the 1960’s and then was automated in 1989 and is now computer-monitored . A 20 minute walk with breathtaking views will take you along this spectacular track to the viewing platform at the lighthouse, another 20 minute walk will also take you to Roaring Bay, where you can observe an abundance of wildlife, seals, sea lions, yellow eyed penguins and sometimes elephant seals, one of the few places in New Zealand with regular occurrences of this species. From the shore you may also be able to spot humpback whales, orca or the Hectors dolphins. Nugget Point is an absolute must-do if you’re in the area.

Nugget Point

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The Catlins A new wonder every 10 minutes… Cascading waterfalls & hidden lakes Geological forms Unique wildlife Rugged coastal beauty

Purakaunui Falls

To Alexandra Mtn

Lawrence

Tapanui

Situated in the heart of the bay is the perfect place to take a holiday or even just a break on your journey. Visit the pristine Jurassic Fossil Forest, view rare and endangered species of penguins and dolphins in a spectacular unspoiled setting by the sea. The Gateway Experience is a world-class interactive centre especially designed to share the unique stories of this amazing place on the edge of time. Open from 8am -10pm 7 days a week. Guided Tours are also available. The Café & Restaurant is an excellent place to stop in for a snack or meal, they are fully licensed and with gluten free, dairy free and vegetarian options available. Open 8am – 10pm 7 days a week. Whether you want to relax, discover, camp, shop or unwind over amazing food and coffee, CURIOSCAPES has everything you need.

EASTERN SOUTHLAND Gore The town of Gore is 64 kilometres northeast of Invercargill and 70 km west of Balclutha – Dunedin and Invercargill are the nearest cities. Gore is well known for its connection with Country and Western music, with the annual New Zealand country music awards having been held in the town for 36 years.[12] It has a sister city relationship with Tamworth, New South Wales, the “Country Music Capital of Australia”

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Tumu Toka Curioscape Curio Bay - Catlins

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Gabriels Gully

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Purakaunui Falls Papatowai Tautuku Bay

Cathedral Caves

Eastern Southland Gallery

Established in a former Carnegie Library building, it features permanent exhibitions including The John Money Collection: is a large body of New Zealand, Australian, African and American works of art, amassed over 50 years by Baltimore based expatriate NZ academic Dr John Money, and gifted to the Gallery in 2003. The Ralph Hotere Gallery: contains graphic works and paintings by major NZ contemporary artist Ralph Hotere. The Eastern Southland Gallery also features a vibrant programme of temporary exhibitions, performances, workshops and artist projects.

EASTERN SOUTHLAND

GALLERY

Gore

Hokonui Moonshine Museum

Situated in Gore’s Arts and Heritage Precinct, the museum celebrates the history of illicit whisky-making in the south. ‘Hokonui’ or ‘Hokonui Moonshine’ had its origins in the Highlands of Scotland, but made its presence felt in the Gore District with the advent of localised Prohibition in 1902. 51 years of subsequent “drought” gave rise to an illicit moonshining tradition, and over 30 resulting prosecutions. The museum explores this colourful history through recreations, audio-visuals and original artifacts.

HOKONUI

MOONSHINE MUSEUM Celebrating the tradition of Moonshine Hokonui Heritage Centre, Hokonui Dr, Gore.

16 Hokonui Drive, Gore, Phone: 03 203 9288 email: goreinfo@goredc.govt.nz Booking service available for activities, accommodation and land transport throughout New Zealand Monday - Saturday The Destination Gore Visitor Centre is front of house for the Hokonui Moonshine and Historical Museums. Operating hours – Monday – Friday 8.30am – 5.00pm Saturday 9.30am – 4.00pm Sunday 1.00pm – 4.00pm, booking service unavailable on Sundays, Public Holidays as advertised

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Fiordland National Park

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Heading west on the Southern Scenic Route, from Invercargill, leads you to Southland’s western reaches and some of the most fertile land of this incredibly arable province.

Situated on the southwest corner of the South Island, Fiordland is the largest of the 14 national parks in New Zealand occupying an area of over 1.2 millions hectares and encompassing mountains, lakes, fiords and rainforest environments. The park is administered by the Department of Conservation. In 1904 10,000 square kilometers were set aside as a national reserve, the area had already become a popular destination for trampers Riverton following the opening of the Milford Track from Lake Te Anau to Milford Sound in 1889 by New Zealand Explorers Quintin McKinnon and Donald Sutherland. This extraordinary place was recognized by the United Nations in 1986 when it was made a World Heritage Area, (Te Wahipounamu World Heritage Area), being described as having ‘superlative natural phenomena’ and ‘outstanding examples of the earths evolutionary history’. In 1990 the area was extended to also include Westland, and Mt Cook National Parks. For those keen on exploring the park, some of the Great Walks of New Zealand can be found in Fiordland, the Kepler, Milford and Routeburn tracks are all spectacular, and can be done with an local guide or independently for the more experienced tramper. With close to 1 millions visitors a year, Fiordland is a region that never ceases to amaze, a must see attraction, and destination for many, either by walking the great tracks, scenic flights or one of the many cruises available. Contact your closest i-Site for more information on tours, so you can experience the wonders this park has to offer. Park information can also be found on www.doc.govt.nz.

Te Anau

Nestled around the edge of Lake Te Anau, the largest lake in the South Island, the second largest in New Zealand, Te Anau is the picturesque town which is also the main visitor base for Fiordland National Park. This busy little town is a popular destination to many tourists who are also visiting the famous nearby fiords such as Milford Sound and Doubtful Sound for the spectacular scenery. Many visitors to the area are also undertaking the popular walking tracks such as the Milford, Kepler or Routeburn, considered to be some of the best in New Zealand, or just enjoying some of the local activities such as kayaking, cycling, jetboating, fishing, hunting or helicopter sightseeing, just to name a few. There is a wide range of accommodation to choose from depending on preference, hotels, motels, lodges, camping grounds, even Farm Stays which provide visitors with a genuine Kiwi experience. It is advisable to book in advance during the summer months as this is the busy season. Te Anau is a definite must for any intrepid adventurer, a destination you won’t want to leave. Bookings and information for what to do in the area is available at the local i-Site Visitor Information Centre, they have all the local knowledge to make your visit more enjoyable.

Western Southland’s first major coastal stop is Riverton the Riviera of The South. The community has always been strong in this historic port town, which, in recent years, has developed an almost bohemian culture. Recycling, organics, conservation and the arts collide happily here. Coastal Orepuki overlooks views of the dreamy South Coast – either blue seas sparkling in bright sun, or windswept waves battering the shore. Look carefully from the grey stone beaches of Te Waewae Bay and you may just catch a glimpse of New Zealand’s largest pod of Hector’s dolphins.

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INVERCARGILL

Invercargill

Markets

Invercargill is capital of the the Southland region of New Zealand. We invite you to experience the warmth, friendliness and hospitality that makes our city such a great place to live and visit. Invercargill is favourably placed on the Southern Scenic Route and is the gateway to some of New Zealand’s most beautiful scenery and destinations including the Southland heartland, Stewart Island, Fiordland and the Catlins.

Hokonui Community Market St Andrews Presbyterian Church, 4 Devon St, Gore, Southland 10:00am – 2:00pm

Dee Street Queenspark

To Riverton & Te Anau

To Queenstown 99 Makarewa Wallacetown Lorneville Art Gallery

To Gore & Dunedin

Kennington Airport

INVERCARGILL

Oreti Beach

Otatara New Sandy Point River Domain Estuary 1

Omaui Scenic Res

Foveaux Strait

To Dunedin via the Catlins

Awarua

Spread across 80 hectares, Queens Park has beautiful kept gardens, wildlife habitats and sports areas. Perfect for families, Queens Park has a popular playground, water park and lots of open space for sporting activities or even just walking the dog. Whether you picnic or visit the café, this park is a great place to hang out for a few hours to unwind.Some of the sporting activities available at the park include and 18-hole golf course, a disc golf course, tennis courts, cricket, croquet, and bowling clubs and a 4km fitness trail with twenty exercise stations.Other highlights of this New Zealand garden of National Significance include an array of featured gardens, from a Japanese garden to the indoor Winter Garden with tropical plants as well as Cacti in an adjoining structure. Queens Park is also home to an impressive bird aviary, farmyard area and animal enclosures, everything you need for a full day out. You will find Queens Park at 108 Gala Street, access to the park is on Queens Drive & Herbert Street, Invercargill.

Wetlands

Greenhills

Bluff

Aluminum Smelter

A monthly community market, offering unique handicrafts and seasonal produce.Email - hokonuicommunitymarket@gmail.com for more details, or follow us on Facebook.

Winton Community Market

Winton Presbyterian Church , 11 Meldrum Street, Winton, Southland District When: Sat 21st December 2019, 10:00am–1:00pm Grab a cuppa and snack in our onsite cafe, pop the kids in the toy room and browse the amazing line up of stalls that we have to offer. Baby change & high chair facilities available plus the building has wheelchair friendly access & toilets.

Southern Farmers Market - 9:30am - 1:30pm

(every Sunday except between Christmas and New Year) Southland Masonic Centre, 80 Forth Street, Invercargill, New Zealand. (every Sunday except between Christmas and New Year) We offer a huge range for Breakfast & Lunch - Crepes & Pancakes, Waffles, Cheese Rolls, Bacon & Egg pies. Chinese x 4, Korean x 2, Filipino x 2, Vietnamese, Sri Lankan, Malaysian, Indian & Thai Lunchtime Foodstalls. You will also find Coffee & Tea. As well as fresh Fruit & Veges, Free Range Eggs, Honey, 2 Cheese stalls, Homestyle Baked Goods,Cupcakes, Donuts, GF, Dairy Free & Refined Sugar free unbaked goods, and lots of Artisan Craft stalls including Soaps, Crystals, plants, & 2nd hand childrens books and 2nd hand garden tools.

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Discover the unexpected in Invercargill

Classic Motorcycle Mecca

Invercargill’s got a thing with wheels. The southern city is fast becoming known as a mecca for petrolheads and has gained the reputation as being New Zealand’s premier wheeled destination. But thanks to the clever development of a tourism hub that’s home to some truly world-class attractions, its not just engine enthusiasts who will be captivated. The whole family will discover plenty to admire.

Bill Richardson Transport World

One man’s passion started it all. Bill Richardson was just six years old when a lifelong love affair with trucks began: he made transport not just his job, but his hobby too, amassing an incredible private collection of trucks of every make and model in a series of back sheds. When the Invercargill entrepreneur passed away suddenly, his daughter Joc O’Donnell inherited not just the family business, but her father’s truck collection too. An idea bloomed, and in 2015 Bill Richardson Transport World opened its doors to the public for the first time. Now the largest private automotive museum of its type in the world, Bill Richardson Transport World is a spectacular celebration of transport through the ages. Home to more than 300 vehicles including Henry Ford letter cars, grunty 1930s V8s, a pastel-perfect collection of retro Kombis, delightful pedal cars and trucks of every make and model. But the collection is bound to delight everybody – it also boasts a movie theatre, wearable arts, vintage vaults, a chocolate exhibit, quirky themed bathrooms that have to be seen to be believed, and a room entirely dedicated to perennial favourite, LEGO. It’s Invercargill’s most popular visitor attraction for a reason – run, don’t walk. To find out more visit www.transportworld.nz

Whats on in January Te Anau Community Market - Sat 18th Jan Markets held from Oct to April as well as Queens Birthday weekend. We have a great range of stall holders from Te Anau and Southland. Markets are held at the Fiordland Community Events Centre Luxmore Drive

Speed Works Motorsport NZ Championship 24th - 26th Jan

Dig This Invercargill

Trust us, this is an experience you simply MUST tick off the bucket list. New Zealand’s only heavy machinery playground is an absolute blast and the best part is, the whole family can get in on the action. With experiences for everybody aged five years and older, Dig This Invercargill is a grin-inducing adventure for young and old alike. Take your pick and choose which piece of equipment revs your engine: will it be a digger, skid steer, or bulldozer? Fully instructed, you don’t need any experience or even a driver’s licence – just a willingness to give it a go. Take your pick from tackling the ‘duck pond’, performing digger handstands, digging and dumping more dirt than you ever thought possible, or even crushing an entire car – intrigued yet? Dig This is an incredibly inclusive experience – whether you’re five or 105, young or simply young-at-heart, it’s an adventure not to be missed. Those with disabilities can take part too: just talk to the team to get involved. A day out at Dig This is bound to get the blood pumping, the adrenaline buzzing, and will leave you smiling from ear to ear. If you’re content to sit back and watch the action from the sidelines, the on-site coffee bar is the perfect place to enjoy freshly-brewed barista coffee and comforting Kiwi treats like the iconic cheese roll. The smallest members of the family won’t miss out either, with the outdoor sandpit (complete with mini versions of the real deal machines roaring nearby) always popular. It’s grunty fun for everyone. To find out more visit www.digthisinvercargill.n.

Getting there

Ride into yesterday at the leading motorcycle collection in the Southern Hemisphere. Classic Motorcycle Mecca is home to more than 300 gleaming motorcycles, spectacular side-cars and a prized artwork collection. Nestled into an inner-city streetscape of period buildings, the sympathetic restoration of the two buildings Classic Motorcycle Mecca calls home creates an almost immersive experience, showcasing the best in craftmanship from years gone by. Polished tongue-and-groove flooring, soaring steel windowframes, high ceilings and exposed brick with a patina that only comes with age create the perfect home for a collection that celebrates the best in everything two-wheeled from as far back as 1902. The collection is New Zealand’s largest and most diverse display of motorcycles: recent renovations have broadened the scope of the collection to include some of the finest bikes from throughout Europe, Great Britain, the United States, and Japan, while interests like speedway and motocross are also highlighted. With interactive exhibits and a ‘hero’ tribute area, bikes from John Britten to Brough Superior and everything in between, it’s a must-see. To find out more visit www.motorcyclemecca.nz

Air New Zealand now offers direct jet flights between Auckland and Invercargill, five times a week. The two-hour flight makes visiting the southern city easy – see a slice of heartland New Zealand toda

Teretonga Raceway - 86 Sandy Point Road, Otatara January 25th and 26th means the third event in the Speed Works MotorSport NZ Championship and we head to the mighty Teretonga Park just outside of Invercargill with a super exciting programme of racing. Topping the bill will be the second round of the new look Castrol TRS championship which has a new car, new engine and new tyres to tackle the short, but intoxicating Teretonga track. The very fast circuit has played host to some of the all-time greats over its historic life time and with some of the best up and coming single seater drivers in the world today expected to fill the seats in the TRS championship, the battles throughout the field should be mesmerising.

KEEP IT

l l i g r a c r In ve Bluff Oysters Queens Park Bill Richardson Transport World, Classic Motorcycle Mecca & Dig This Bluff Sign-post Seriously Good Chocolate Company Oreti Beach & Sandy Point E. Hayes Motorworks Burt Munro Collection Chiaroni Gallery

BURT MUNRO CHALLENGE 2020 Feb 5th - 9th Join us for the 14th annual Burt Munro Challenge from 5 - 9 February 2020˙in Invercargill. To register to compete, please visit our website. Following the success of the 2005 movie about Burt Munro?s inspirational life - The World’s Fastest Indian, the Southland Motorcycle Club created the Burt Munro Challenge to honour Burt, his ingenuity, determination, and love of speed and motorcycles. The inaugural event was held in 2006, and it has since forged a name for itself as one of New Zealand?s major motorsport events. It has a strong local & national following, and rapidly growing international interest. It attracts top New Zealand riders as well as all the weekend warriors, all provided with a variety of exciting events, fantastic entertainment, and famous southern hospitality. Ticket Details Individual spectator ticket $20, Spectator special $99 for all events. General Rally Pass $60, All Access Rally Pass $120 Ticket Outlet BMC Website, Invercargill i-SITE, E Hayes and Sons

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IT’S THE ONLY PLACE IN TOWN YOU’LL CATCH IT. BURT MUNRO’S

THE E HAYES MOTORWORKS COLLECTION.

We have the

LARGEST RANGE of EXCLUSIVE

No visit to Invercargill is complete without a visit to our iconic store - whether you want to indulge in some serious retail therapy or simply pay homage to a true New Zealand legend. Browse at your leisure through our huge hardware and giftware store and experience over 100 exhibits of vintage and classic motorcycles, cars, vehicles, machinery and more including Burt Munro’s authentic, record-breaking 1920 Indian Scout. We guarantee you’ve NEVER seen a store like ours!

Burt Munro and World’s Fastest Indian merchandise in Invercargill.

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“Great Food and Affordable accommodation”

SECRETS OF THE SOUTH INVERCARGIL & BLUFF

Invercargill is New Zealand’s southernmost city and acts as the commercial hub for Southland. Influenced by early European settlers Invercargill is full of grand architecture and gardens. The city is home to many natural and built facilities that make it wonderland base for those wanting to get out and enjoy people, events, walking, heritage, cycling and many more activities that are easily and quickly accessible.

LUMSDEN HOTEL CAMPING

SOUTHLAND MUSEUM

How about getting eye to eye with a great white shark in the safety of a shark cage? Running from January to June, this is your chance to get up close and personal with these fascinating creatures of the sea. City Centre, Invercargill

Situated in the Southern Hemisphere’s largest pyramid, the museum is nestled in Queen’s Park - an NZ Garden of National Significance. Hosting a variety of changing exhibitions, this is also the home of the successful Tuatara breeding programme that has aided the recovery of our most ancient New Zealanders.

CAMPING

E HAYES & SONS

CAMPING

A great spot for some shopping for both him and her, this is also the home of the original Indian owned by Burt Munro. E Hayes & Sons holds an extensive collection of Burt Munro memorabilia, photographs, and information about this legendary Southlander.

INVERCARGILL BREWERY

CAMPING

Invercargill and Bluff have a great array of coastal landscapes for visitors to explore from the long coastal highway of Oreti Beach, to the native wonders of Waituna Wetlands and Omaui, or the boardwalk on the estuary and heritage wharfs.

GARDEN BAR - CAFE - RESTAURANT - ACCOMODATION

What started as a hobby is now recognised as one New Zealand’s most iconic craft breweries and is our countries most Southern! The ever changing brews compliment the great platter of foods found throughout Southland.

Bluff Oyster Fesitval: May

CAMPING

SAVOUR THE SOUTH

From Sheep’s milk to sweetbreads, swedes to seaweed, salmon to saison, Southland is not a place to be ‘shellfish’, especially being the home of the world renowned Bluff Oyster. Visit one of the local cafes, delis, restaurants or taverns for a Southern take on some of the finest ingredients in the world.

To plan your own escape visit www.southlandnz.com www.facebook.com/nzsouthland

STEWART ISLAND As New Zealand’s third largest island, Stewart Island is well worth taking a few days to explore. Rakiura National Park covers 85% of the island’s land area providing unique walking, bird watching and flora observing opportunities. Regular ferry services operate from Bluff to Stewart Island or why not fly with Stewart Island Flights? Phone (03) 218 9129. Accommodation can be arranged through the Invercargill i-Site on (03) 211 0895, or visit www.stewartisland.co.nz. To all visitors, whether from New Zealand or further afield, Stewart Island offers a special experience - a glimpse into a simpler, slower lifestyle, in rhythm with the sea and the tides, attuned to the natural world of bush and beach. Whether you have come to enjoy the land and seascapes, view the wildlife, walk, boat, fish, dive, kayak, hunt or just relax, a Stewart Island holiday will be an experience that will draw you back here again and again.

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5 BLUFF The oldest European town in NZ, continuously settled since 1824 boasts a diverse and raw heritage. As the gateway to the Southern Ocean and Stewart Island, the Stirling Point sign is an iconic photo stop to other corners of the world and the Bluff hill lookout provides mapped views of Southern New Zealand.

At the Southern most point of the South Island lies the port town of Bluff, home of the famous Bluff Oyster and rich in New 1 Zealand history. This is also one of the areas of New Zealand where our European presence became established. Previously CAMPING known as Campbelltown, its name Bluff became official in How about getting eye to eye with a great white shark in the safety of a shark cage? Running 1917 having always been referred to as The Bluff. The first ship from January to June, this is your chance to get known to have entered up close and personal with these fascinating the harbor was the Perseverance in creatures of the sea. early settlers arriving between 1823-1824. Bluff is the 1813, with Queens Park, Invercargill oldest permanent European settlement in New Zealand. Bluff Harbour is also the terminus for the ferry to Stewart Island (Rakiura), which is 60 km south across Foveaux Strait, and is also the main gateway for New Zealand Ships heading to the Antarctic.

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Some of the main attractions in Bluff are the Signpost at Stirling Point, this shows the distance and direction to various major cities and locations around the world. The Bluff Maritime Museum is also worth visiting, containing and extensive collection of models, boats, artefacts, displays and a full sized oystering boat called the Monica. There are some great walks to choose from also, taking in the stunning scenery and fresh coastal air. A couple to choose from are the Stirling Point & Foveaux Walkway and also the Bluff Hill which is 824 feet above sea level, which has amazing views of Foveaux strait, Stewart Island and the rest of Southland.

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Halfmoon Bay (Oban)

Stewart Island/Rakiura

Port Pegasus/Pikihatiti

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Just a 20 minute scenic flight from Invercargill to this tranquil place where time almost stands still…where silence is broken only by the native birds calling in the trees…

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Airport

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Grand Bar & Cafe

Open daily from 11am - 11pm

Dunedin Casino’s Restaurant

Complimentary

SHUTTLE

(excluding Christmas Day & Good Friday) NO SURCHARGE ON PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

0800 477 4545 TO AND FROM ALL LOCAL MOTELS

118 High Street, Dunedin dunedincasino.co.nz

TOITŪ OTAGO SETTLERS MUSEUM Experience one of New Zealand’s most innovative museums of social history and encounter first hand Dunedin and the region’s rich and colourful history, from the earliest settlers through to the most recent arrivals. www.toituosm.com

OPEN 7 DAYS | 10am – 5pm Free entry | Free wifi 31 Queens Gardens, Dunedin 03 477 5052 www.toituosm.com