Edendale, New Zealand

Edendale
Interactive map of Edendale
Coordinates: 46°19′S 168°47′E / 46.317°S 168.783°E / -46.317; 168.783
CountryNew Zealand
RegionSouthland region
Territorial authorities of New ZealandSouthland District
WardWaihopai-Toetoe Ward
Community boardWaihopai-Toetoe Community
Electorates
Government
 • Territorial authoritySouthland District Council
 • Regional councilSouthland Regional Council
 • Mayor of SouthlandRob Scott
 • Invercargill MPPenny Simmonds
 • Te Tai Tonga MPTākuta Ferris
Area
 • Total
2.92 km2 (1.13 sq mi)
Population
 (June 2025)
 • Total
640
 • Density220/km2 (570/sq mi)
Postcode(s)
9825
Area code03

Edendale is a town in the Southland region of New Zealand's South Island. The township is situated on the Southland Plains just to the west of the Mataura River. Before the town was called Edendale, it was known by the names Maorirua, Mataura Plains and Stuart's Bush.