Southland
Southland is the southernmost region of New Zealand. Here you can rediscover yourself, and given the luxury of time, you can encounter wild places in Southland that few have ever seen. Main centres in Southland include South Catlins, Gore, Invercargill, Bluff and Stewart Island.
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APEX CAR RENTALS - Invercargill Airport
APEX CAR RENTALS - Invercargill Airport
Apex Car Rentals has been doing things 'the Kiwi way' for more than 25 years by providing exceptional customer service and respecting the different cultures we work with every day. Choose Apex for your New Zealand car hire and experience first-hand why our customers rate us the best car rental company in New Zealand.
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ASURE OAKLEIGH MOTEL - Gore
ASURE OAKLEIGH MOTEL - Gore
Mobile-friendly - Comfort, quality and fully self-contained accommodation. Also three new executive studios - two with wheelchair access. Quiet, peaceful, central location with a mature garden setting. Close to New Zealand's finest fishing river. Easy drive to Fiordland, Queenstown, Te Anau and recreational areas. We do it right - first time.
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BACK TO NATURE TOURS - Dunedin
BACK TO NATURE TOURS - Dunedin
Mobile-friendly - Imagine spending a day experiencing rare wildlife, stunning viewpoints, iconic architecture and taking you shoes off to walk on a pristine beach. This becomes reality on our Dunedin day tours that are scheduled to work in with our busy cruise ship calendar. Let our professional guides bring you back to nature on a journey through history, scenery and wildlife.
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BEACH ROAD HOLIDAY PARK - Invercargill
BEACH ROAD HOLIDAY PARK - Invercargill
Mobile-friendly - Beach Road Holiday Park is 2km from Oreti Beach, Invercargill and located in the sheltered park-like surrounds of the Sandy Point Domain. Wake up to the sound of Tui, Fantails and Bellbirds. Tourist flats, ensuite unit, cabins with new queen-size and single beds. Pets welcome by Arrangement. Sporting activities including mountain-biking, bush walks, golf courses, rowing clubs, and much more.
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BILL RICHARDSON TRANSPORT WORLD - Invercargill
BILL RICHARDSON TRANSPORT WORLD - Invercargill
Mobile-friendly - One man’s passion started it all. But if you think Invercargill’s leading visitor attraction is strictly for petrolheads, think again. With 300 vintage vehicles (from Henry Ford letter cars to Volkswagen Kombis to 1930s V8s and classic trucks of every make and model), a movie theatre, wearable arts, a LEGO room, and quirky-themed bathrooms, here you’ll discover something for everyone.
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BIRCHWOOD MANOR - Invercargill
BIRCHWOOD MANOR - Invercargill
Mobile-friendly - Modern architecturally inspired motel provides warm, spacious, affordable comfort in the heart of the city. Perfect for business travellers, family holiday makers and everyone in between, Birchwood Manor aims to meet all of your needs. With amenities such as high speed wireless internet, fully equipped kitchens in each motel unit and private balconies, you're guaranteed a great stay here.
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BUSINESS FOR SALE NZ – nzbizbuysell - New Zealand wide
BUSINESS FOR SALE NZ – nzbizbuysell - New Zealand wide
NZbizbuysell is the go-to Business for Sale NZ listing website. We make it easy to search a huge range of top listings from small business for sale opportunities to large manufacturing, retail and online businesses for sale NZ wide. Choose from some of the most successful businesses in New Zealand listed by business brokers, franchise operators and private sellers.
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CAMPING IN NEW ZEALAND - New Zealand Wide
CAMPING IN NEW ZEALAND - New Zealand Wide
Freedom camping is permitted in many places in New Zealand but the rules vary in each community. To be certain about local camping regulations, we recommend you check out the freedomcamping.org website and get the Camping NZ or Camper Mate app. You can also ask at an i-SITE or Department of Conservation visitor centre or holiday park. #TiakiPromise
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CATCH A BUS SOUTH - Invercargill, Bluff, Dunedin, Queenstown, Milford Sound
CATCH A BUS SOUTH - Invercargill, Bluff, Dunedin, Queenstown, Milford Sound
Mobile-friendly - Tours available from half-day to multi-day tours throughout Southland including Catlins, Milford Sound, Te Anau, Western Southland, Bluff and Invercargill. Travel Door2Door, return trip from central suburbs of Invercargill, Queenstown, Wanaka, Dunedin and Bluff, including Stewart Island ferry transfers. Standard price tours are open for multi-bookings or we can offer an exclusive option. No cancellations due to limited numbers.
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CLASSIC MOTORCYCLE MECCA - Invercargill
CLASSIC MOTORCYCLE MECCA - Invercargill
Mobile-friendly - From Brough Superior to Burt Munro and John Britten, Classic Motorcycle Mecca has it all. The Southern Hemisphere’s leading classic motorcycle collection is home to more than 300 vintage motorcycles. Displays of classic British, American, European, Japanese, speedway (including legend Ivan Mauger) and motocross bikes, it’s home to the George Begg Bunker: a celebration of a homegrown hero
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Curio Bay - Off the beaten track
Curio Bay - Off the beaten track
Head south, as far south as you can on New Zealand's South Island and start exploring the South Catlins region. As you travel the Southern Scenic Route, you'll come across Curio Bay - a place full of unique wildlife and natural attractions including a petrified forest, Yellow-eyed penguin colony, Hector's dolphins and Southern Right whales.
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CURIO BAY SALTHOUSE - Southland
CURIO BAY SALTHOUSE - Southland
Curio Bay Salthouse has 3 self-contained ground floor studio units, and one 2 bedroom executive apartment on the upper level. Situated right on the beach, with unsurpassed panoramic sea views of Porpoise Bay. This motel boasts modern interior and exterior features, such as satellite television and off street parking. Free Wifi. Always warm with double-glazing and central heating throughout.
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DIG THIS - Invercargill
DIG THIS - Invercargill
Mobile-friendly - Are you ready to leap outside your comfort zone? Dig This Invercargill is New Zealand’s only heavy machinery playground and whether you’re five or 105, this is fun for everyone. Fully instructed, this is your chance to get behind the controls and operate your choice of diggers, skid steers, or bulldozers. Tick it off your bucket list today! Visit digthisinvercargill.nz
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DISTINCTION LUXMORE HOTEL - Lake Te Anau
DISTINCTION LUXMORE HOTEL - Lake Te Anau
Mobile-friendly - The perfect holiday base for your Fiordland travel, the 4 star hotel is ideally situated in the heart of Te Anau, gateway to the stunning Milford Sound and Doubtful Sounds. Offering 180 comfortable rooms & suites plus 2 popular restaurants and a bar, FREE unlimited WiFi, complimentary guest car parking and an excellent standard of service.
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ELM WILDLIFE TOURS - Dunedin
ELM WILDLIFE TOURS - Dunedin
Mobile-friendly - New Zealand's best wildlife tour—visit one of the world's few untouched areas with its amazing wildlife and spectacular scenery. Our 'Peninsula Encounter' is absolutely unrivalled offering close, exciting, small group viewing of royal albatross, hookers sealions, blue penguins, New Zealand fur seals and yellow eyed penguins in a beautiful isolated area. New Zealand Tourism Award winner in four categories.
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EVENT BUS CHARTERS & TOURS - Invercargill
EVENT BUS CHARTERS & TOURS - Invercargill
Mobile-friendly - Scenic Southland tours and charters departing from Invercargill. Reliable and knowledgeable bus charter company. Hire us today for your next event, tour or road trip! Scenic Southland tours departing from Invercargill. Join our breathtaking southern tours of New Zealand, 5 and 6 day tours with remarkable adventures visiting famous sites and hidden gems throughout Southland and Otago.
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FARM TO FARM TOURS - New Zealand and Worldwide
FARM TO FARM TOURS - New Zealand and Worldwide
Mobile-friendly - Multi-day tours with focus on farming, food and wine: travel, learn, enjoy! Take in the best of New Zealand while enjoying great hospitality from farmers in spectacular, off-the-beaten-track places. Farm To Farm's enthusiastic team have been creating tours and agri-events for over 30 years. With agricultural and travel expertise, we offer customised technical tours plus holidays with rural flavour.
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FIND MY ADVENTURE - NZ WALKING ACCESS COMMISSION
FIND MY ADVENTURE - NZ WALKING ACCESS COMMISSION
Mobile-friendly - Choose from hundreds of tracks and trails across New Zealand to walk, cycle, horse ride or more! Maps, photos, descriptions and all the information you need to find your next adventure, wherever you are. The NZ Walking Access Commission is the government’s expert agency on public access to the outdoors.
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HOTEL CROYDON - Gore, Southland
HOTEL CROYDON - Gore, Southland
Mobile-friendly - Hotel Croydon stands among 6 acres of park-like surrounds on the edge of Gore just two hours' drive from both Dunedin and Queenstown. 36 rooms and suites are available for guests. Extensive guest services and facilities including on-site restaurant and bar and complimentary WiFi. Relax in the comfort of your centrally-heated standard or superior room with quality room amenities.
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Invercargill - Off the beaten track
Invercargill - Off the beaten track
Heading down to the southern 'wop-wops' gives you the opportunity to explore Invercargill and the Southland region on New Zealand's South Island. A truly exceptional region of New Zealand for travellers with particular interests in bird-watching, nature, fishing, hunting and walking.
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KAIWERA RETREAT - Gore
KAIWERA RETREAT - Gore
Recently renovated cottage, in beautiful scenic countryside. Kaiwera Retreat is a warm, cozy, country cottage. Located 20km east of Gore. Make it your base for day trips to Te Anau, Catlins, Dunedin, Invercargill or just see what the local area has to offer. Walks, fishing for Trout, or just put your feet up and relax in the peaceful surrounds.
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KAKA POINT CAMPING GROUND - Catlins Coast
KAKA POINT CAMPING GROUND - Catlins Coast
Kaka Point Camp Ground is surrounded by beautiful coastal remnant bush with a lot of native animals and birds. Different types of accommodation, cabins, sheltered tent and power sites are available. We have many different activities to do around the area and are only a 10-minute drive from Roaring Bay, the home of the yellow eyed penguins.
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MOATREK NEW ZEALAND SMALL GROUP TOURS - Nationwide
MOATREK NEW ZEALAND SMALL GROUP TOURS - Nationwide
Looking for the very best of New Zealand for your 'Trip of a Lifetime'? You'll love our small friendly groups and relaxed pace as you discover the true flavour of New Zealand in comfort and style. We’re all Kiwis, we grew up here and can’t wait to show you our favourite spots and introduce you to our mates!
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MOATREK SMALL GROUP ESCAPES
MOATREK SMALL GROUP ESCAPES
Small group guided tours for mature travellers. MoaTrek holidays are designed especially for those who want to explore our beautiful countryside in a small friendly group with the care and attention of a professional Kiwi Guide. Enjoy special annual events, summer getaways and get to know the locals over relaxed lunches in their homes.
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MOLESWORTH TOUR COMPANY - North Canterbury
MOLESWORTH TOUR COMPANY - North Canterbury
Mobile-friendly - Experience the stunning landscapes of Molesworth Station, New Zealand’s largest high-country cattle station with our passionate guides who will bring the whole experience to life for you. One, or two-day tours available from Hanmer Springs on request for small groups or individuals. Larger groups can be catered for also.
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CMNZ presents The Seasons
German-born British composer Max Richter takes us on a journey through his reimagined landscape of Vivaldi’s pictorial masterpiece The Four Seasons. “The Four Seasons is something we all carry around with us,” says ...
Where: Civic Theatre, Invercargill, Southland
Address: 88 Tay St, Invercargill, Southland
From: 7:00pm on Thursday 17th November 2022
To: 8:00pm on Thursday 17th November 2022
Starting your Baby on Solids Workshop
Learn everything you need to know about starting your baby on solid food with Jenny Douglas & Lisa Daniels, the nutrition team from Nadia Lim's YUM! cookbook This one-hour workshop followed by question time will ...
Where: Federated Farmers, Invercargill, Southland
Address: 70 Forth Street, Invercargill, Southland
From: 12:30pm on Saturday 19th November 2022
To: 1:30pm on Saturday 19th November 2022
Feeding Fussy Toddlers Workshop
It can be a challenging time trying to feed a fussy toddler! This one-hour workshop with Jenny Douglas and Dr Lisa Daniels, the nutrition team from Nadia Lim's, YUM! cookbook will teach you how to manage fussy eating, ...
Where: Federated Farmers, Invercargill, Southland
Address: 70 Forth Street, Invercargill, Southland
From: 10:30am on Saturday 19th November 2022
To: 11:30am on Saturday 19th November 2022
Winton Open Day & Country Marketeers Craft & Produce Market
Come along to the annual Winton Open Day. Local businesses are open for the day with the Markets in the Memorial and Presbyterian Church Halls including Kids Hub. Fun-filled family day out. - Santa Photos - Teddy ...
Where: Winton Township, Winton, Southland
Address: Great North Road
From: 10:00am on Saturday 19th November 2022
To: 4:00pm on Saturday 19th November 2022

Adam Hattaway & The Haunters - Invercargill
Adam Hattaway and the Haunters are hitting the road once more this time celebrating their 5th studio release. 'Bug Eyes' takes a turn from their last alternative rock 'n' roll, country album 'Rooster' and explores new ...
Where: Southland Musicians Club, Invercargill, Southland
Address: 33 Preston St, Invercargill, Southland
From: 7:30pm on Saturday 19th November 2022
To: 11:59pm on Saturday 19th November 2022

Dunedin City Organist - David Burchell
We look forward to an exciting concert by the Dunedin City Organist, David Burchell, who will ably demonstrate the capabilities of this "Norma" of the deep south. The recently reinstalled 'Norman and Beard' organ in the ...
Where: Te Rau o te Huia (Centre Creative Industries), Invercargill, Southland
Address: 113 Esk St., Invercargill, Invercargill, Southland
From: 2:30pm on Saturday 19th November 2022
To: 3:30pm on Saturday 19th November 2022
Predator Free Rakiura & Predator Free 2050 evening talk
Join Southern Ecological Restoration Network (SERN) members for an evening talk on Predator Free Rakiura (by Project Director, Campbell Leckie) and Predator Free 2050 (by Board Director, Estelle Leask). As this talk ...
Where: Fiordland National Park Visitors Centre, Te Anau, Fiordland
Address: Lakefront Drive, Te Anau, Fiordland
From: 7:30pm on Saturday 19th November 2022
To: 9:00pm on Saturday 19th November 2022
Dancing Queen: A Tribute to ABBA
It’s time to secure your seats to the ABBA show everyone loves and adores! The world’s premier live ABBA tribute is back by popular demand! Far from being ‘just another cover band’, Dancing Queen: A Tribute ...
Where: Civic Theatre, Invercargill, Southland
Address: 88 Tay St, Invercargill, Southland
From: 8:00pm on Saturday 26th November 2022
To: 10:30pm on Saturday 26th November 2022
Mainfreight Nevis Valley Gutbuster
Test your fitness limits with this 75km endurance ride through the iconic Nevis Road from Garston to Bannockburn. Course Details Participants start at Garston Township, 315m above sea level, and ride 1.5km on ...
Where: Garston Hall and Surrounds, Lumsden, Southland District
Address: The Terrace, Garston, Lumsden, Southland District
From: 9:00am on Saturday 26th November 2022
To: 5:00pm on Saturday 26th November 2022
Dancing Queen: A Tribute to ABBA
It’s time to secure your seats to the ABBA show everyone loves and adores! The world’s premier live ABBA tribute is back by popular demand! Far from being ‘just another cover band’, Dancing Queen: A Tribute ...
Where: St James Theatre, Gore, Southland
Address: 61 Irk St, Gore, Southland
From: 7:00pm on Sunday 27th November 2022
To: 9:30pm on Sunday 27th November 2022
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