Gore Attractions
Gore (pop. 11,000), Southland's second-largest town, lies at an important road intersection northeast of Invercargill in an area of fertile pastureland, with some arable farming (grain) and horticulture. The former landscape of swamp and tussock grass was brought into cultivation by the early settlers.
Country Music Festival
Gore is known beyond the bounds of New Zealand for its Country Music Festival, held annually in June.
Mandeville, New Zealand
(Near Gore)
At Mandeville, 30km northwest of Gore, is a homestead of pioneering days, now protected as a national monument.
Sheep-Shearing Championship
The South Island's sheep-shearing championship is held annually in Gore.
