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Discover the Charm of the Southland Lifestyle

Southland is a great place to live.

Life on the ground in Southland is a mix of outdoor adventure and convivial, affordable good living. Southlanders are friendly and newcomers are quickly welcomed into local communities. Hunting, fishing and diving are popular pastimes, so it’s not uncommon to be invited to feasts of smoked trout, wild venison, crayfish and paua. You’ll notice that Southlanders tend to roll their rrrrs – a legacy of the Scottish settlers who established themselves here over 150 years ago.

Excellent restaurants can be found in the city of Invercargill, and in the small towns that dot the countryside. While quaint museums and hiking trails allow you to explore the fascinating history of the area.

For aviation students who need to support themselves while they train, Southland offers a multitude of employment possibilities. The region is home to a wide range of industries, including forestry, farming, manufacturing and tourism.

For more information about living in Southland, visit these sites :

www.venturesouthland.co.nz
www.southland.org.nz

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Southland’s daylight hours are another blessing for aviators. In summer, daylight begins as early as 5am while the evening twilight extends as late as 10.30pm. Stewart Island’s Maori name is Rakiura, which means ‘Heavenly Glow’ – a reference to the fabulous sunsets you’ll see in Southland.