About Alexandra
The thriving town of Alexandra is Central
Otago's business and political capital. It is situated at the
conjunction of two rivers, the Manuherikia and the mighty
Clutha.
Enjoy the eateries, parks, artists' studios, craft markets
and modern facilities of Alexandra, but remember, its gold
mining past is never far from the surface.
Tour old gold diggings and dredge sites like the spectacular
Earnscleugh Flat tailings, and the town's aged stone
buildings. The grand Alexandra Courthouse (1879-1972), is one
of the oldest.
Amble across Shakey Bridge, an early suspension bridge.
Magnificent stone piers are all that are left of Alexandra's
first bridge.
Top three things to
do:
The Otago Central Rail Trail - ride it walk it experience it!
Central Otago Wines - savour the distinction!
Living Heritage - gold mining.
Key Contacts
Doctors
Central Medical Centre (03) 4488689
Centennial Health (03) 4487570
Cornerstone Health (03) 4486560
Dentists
Duncan Anderson Dental Surgeons (03) 440 2119
David Garry Dentist (03) 4488899
Opticians
Central Otago Optical (03) 4486727
Chemists
Budge's Central Pharmacy (03) 4488871
Alexandra Pharmacy (03) 4488703
Central Stories Museum (03) 4486230
Visitor Information Centre Alexandra (03) 4489515
Otago Daily Times
18 Skird Street
P O Box 91
Office (03) 4400030
News (03) 4400036 or 0274445370
Department of Conservation (03) 4402040
Lake Dunstan Boating Activities
Shayne Hitchcock 0274 376 933
Marine Search and Rescue Dial 111
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