The ship is placed between two "garbs" or wheat-sheaves and these are coloured "Or" which is gold. Oreti Beach is a coastal playground just minutes from Invercargill's city centre. After weeks of being deprived of any Aqua Therapy, we parked up on the firm sand and set off on foot along the shoreline.

Travel to NZ Find activities Being the southernmost city, many people assume it’s also the coldest city, however temperatures are actually quite warm, particularly in summer when the temperature can top 30 degrees. The motto may be given in English as "For the use of the community." The world famous Bluff Oyster Festival is a chance to taste some of the freshest oysters plucked out of the ocean before they are exported around the world. The Community Trust of Southland was established after Murihiku Marae is located in Invercargill.

Something that one of the city’s original planners (JT Thomson) had in mind way back in 1857.It seems that everyone has heard of Bill Richardson Transport World.

Transport That could be why hundreds of visitors from all around the world make the pilgrimage to it looks like an ordinary hardware shop on the outside, but it’s a different story inside!If all of this isn’t enough, what makes it even more special is that the collection is intermingled with products typical of your ‘run-of-the-mill’ hardware shop.

I sincerely hope that it can be restored and reopened to the public once again so that it can be enjoyed by all as it should be.the history board tells the story of the Anderson’sThanks, Invercargill, for providing us with a much-needed sanctuary during turbulent and worrying times.If you would like more information on some of the walking trails above, plus some others not covered off in this blog, click on the I have put together a short slideshow to show off some of the jewels in the crown of Invercargill, our home for 3 months.Thanks for the nostalgic trip down memory lane. On the chief is sailing ship ("Lymphad") coloured silver or "argent." You will find your power tools, lawnmowers, camping equipment, homeware and kitchen appliances dotted in between the extensive and incredible exhibits. Founded in the mid-1800s, Invercargill has a fascinating heritage and many of its original buildings still exist.

Rowboats came up from the estuary carrying passengers and goods right into the heart of the growing township.the top of the St Mary’s Basilica peaking over the gardens of “The Puni” gardens The land either side of the creek became too congested so the planners turned their attention to developing Queens Park.The walkway takes you through the Otepuni Park and gardens and continues along the creek.The walk is 3.8km and takes around 30 minutes to complete.Just a short drive from the city centre, you will find yourself at Oreti Beach. During the darkest days of Level Four, it was more than a breath of fresh air for us. There is also a very popular 18-hole golf course and sports areas.The colours of Queens Park in the Autumn – just wow!There is no other iconic structure in Invercargill than the very impressive Victorian-style Water Tower.Ratepayers were against ugly water tanks being built within the city’s greenbelt area, so the council decided that they would disguise a 300,000-litre steel tank with an elaborate brick tower.they did a pretty good job at disguising a large water tankThe first brick was laid in 1888. Lovely account of Invercargill.Certainly worth a revisit!

This is the start of another trail you can take to a lookout (approx 60 min). Invercargill City is proud to be home of the Southern Institute of Technology, a polytechnic which has introduced a free-fees scheme for students. It is fair to say that Invercargill has had some flack over the years. Tim's got a fair way to go before he can match the tuatara's 114-odd years.

You too can experience ‘wheel-mania’.

The same can be said about arguably the city's next most famous living resident, Henry.

Invercargill holidays are known for their natural beauty, green spaces, art galleries, architecture and local food specialties.This Invercargill travel guide is designed to help you make the most of your time in this popular holiday destination that offers all the convenience of a big city, with all the charm of a small town.

To the north of the city, we parked up the car outside the entrance to Donovan Park. Its latitude is comparable with Geneva or Quebec. Invercargill attractions include the Track Cycling velodrome and Stadium Southland. Located in Invercargill, Slope Point is the southernmost point in the entire country, with very few houses. Made me realise all that we didn’t see.

It is made up of an elected mayor and 12 additional councillors.The city of Invercargill has a Coat of Arms emblazoned; Or, on three Bars Wavy Gules a Ram's Head Horned Affrontee proper, on a Chief Wavy Azure a Lymphad Argent, Flagged Gules between two Garbs Or.

In and around Invercargill you’ll discover natural beauty in abundance including Sandy Point Reserve and Oreti Beach, where you simply must try the blue cod and oysters.Considered the gateway to some of the most beautiful scenery in the country, Invercargill is situated on the Southern Scenic Route. Invercargill Airport has the fourth longest runway in New Zealand at 2210 metres, after The main hospital in Invercargill is Southland Hospital, located in Kew.

Located on New Zealand’s South Island, Invercargill is the country’s southernmost city and offers a warm heart with plenty of character and friendly locals.

Meccaspresso has great coffee and reasonably priced food. Things to Do in Invercargill, Southland Region: See Tripadvisor's 4,588 traveller reviews and photos of Invercargill attractions. If you are a fan of beer, you must end your trip with a visit to the Invercargill Brewery.