Springhills, Southland Map

About Springhills, Southland

Springhills is a locality in the Southland Region of New Zealand. It sits at an elevation of around 55 m above sea level. It lies approximately 26 km north-northeast of Invercargill, the regional capital. Springhills is located at 46.1833°S, 168.4833°E. It observes New Zealand Time (NZST/NZDT).

Springhills lies cradled by a generous expanse of Southland's fertile plains, a landscape that unfolds with a gentle, unassuming grace. It lies 26.2 km north-north-east of Invercargill (from Invercargill: bearing 23°T), and is situated 12.1 km east-south-east of Winton. The land here rolls with a soft, undulating rhythm, broken by the occasional rise that offers a sweeping panorama of emerald paddocks and winding hedgerows. The air, particularly in the early morning, carries a crisp, clean scent, a testament to the open country and the distant, yet ever-present, presence of the Makarewa River, its quiet murmur a constant companion to the countryside. Patches of native bush, remnants of a wilder time, punctuate the cultivated fields, their dark green foliage a deep contrast against the lighter hues of the pastures, hinting at the cool, shaded depths within.

The history of Springhills is intrinsically linked to the land's bounty and the sturdy resilience of its early settlers. For generations, the economy has been anchored by the rich dairy farming that defines so much of this region, the cows a familiar sight dotting the landscape like scattered pebbles. Beyond the dairy herds, sheep and beef farming also holds its place, contributing to the agricultural tapestry that colours the local economy. While the nearest significant forest, Hokonui Forest, lies a respectful distance away, forestry has played a role in shaping the area's development, and the proximity of the Forest Hill Reserve offers a sanctuary of natural beauty for both residents and the occasional traveller. The quiet hum of life in Springhills is one of steady, dependable progress, a place where the rhythms of the seasons dictate the pulse of the community.

About This Springhills Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Springhills, Southland, New Zealand — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: -46.18333, 168.48333. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time New Zealand and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorial description provides background on Springhills.

Springhills sits within the Southland Region. Location data is drawn from the GeoNames geographical database and verified by coordinates, ensuring the correct Springhills is identified even where the name is shared across multiple New Zealand localities.