
Facilities in Middlemarch
Though small, Middlemarch has a range of essential services and amenities that make it a great place to live, work, and visit.
Health & Wellbeing
Our Medical services are available on Mondays and Wednesdays. A doctor from Outram Medical Centre is available on Wednesday mornings.
Local Services & Businesses
Post office, rural supplies store, small grocery store, hotel, automotive services, café, petrol station, ChargeNet EV charging station, library, police station, fire station, and a wide variety of clubs and community groups.
Sports & Recreation
Here are just a few of the facilities available: an exercise room, swimming pool, tennis courts, lawn bowling club and more.
Community Centre
A well-equipped hub for events and gatherings
Strath Taieri School
Strath Taieri School
Located in the heart of Middlemarch at 33 Swansea Street, Strath Taieri School provides education for Years 0–8 in a supportive and community-focused environment.
School Hours: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Lunch: 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM)
Phone: 03 464 3798
Email: office@middlemarch.school.nz
Lee Stream School
Lee Stream School
Located on State Highway 87, Lee Stream School provides education for Years 0–8 in a rural setting. The school offers a close-knit learning environment and strong connections with the local community.
School Hours: 9:00 AM – 2:45 PM (Lunch: 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM)
Phone: 03 489 1452
Email: office@leestream.school.nz
Taieri College
Taieri College
Taieri College is a co-educational state school in Mosgiel, catering to students years 7–13. The college provides a well-rounded education, encouraging success in academic, cultural, and sporting pursuits.
For Middlemarch students, a daily bus service is available.
Address: 3 Green Street, Mosgiel 9024
Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Phone: 03 489 3823
Email: office@taieri.school.nz
Middlemarch Community Library
Middlemarch Community Library
Middlemarch has a small but functional Library offering a diverse collection of books, magazines, and digital resources. If you’re looking to borrow a book the Middlemarch Library is a great place to connect and explore.
Opening Hours: Fridays 10am until 11am
Located on the corner of Milford Street, Middlemarch and Hyde-Middlemarch Road
Strath Taieri Connect Charitable Trust – BBQ & Chiller Trailers for hire
Strath Taieri Connect Charitable Trust – BBQ & Chiller Trailers for hire
Strath Taieri Connect Charitable Trust – BBQ& Chiller Trailers for Hire
Strath Taieri Connect has two trailers available for hire: a BBQ trailer and a chiller trailer.
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BBQ Trailer: Stainless steel frame, prep surfaces, storage, space for two 9kg gas bottles and 120L cooler bins — great for events and gatherings.
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Chiller Trailer: Insulated with 75mm poly panels, low-load design, and a 1.5 HP unit maintaining 3°C — ideal for keeping food and drinks cold.
Strath Taieri Exercise Room
Strath Taieri Exercise Room
Located within the Middlemarch Sports Pavilion on Browns Rd, is an Exercise Room. The Room is filled with a mixture of equipment including a treadmill, a stationary bicycle, and an indoor rower. You can also use free weights, benches, yoga mats, and other items for strength training and flexibility. It is a well-equipped space for different types of workouts, from cardio to weightlifting.
Fuel & EV Car Charging
Fuel & EV Car Charging
Need fuel? Head to GAS Middlemarch at 20 Swansea Street – open 24/7 with both petrol and diesel available.
Driving electric? You’ll find a ChargeNet EV Charging Station at 21 Browns Road, right next to the public toilets. It’s part of a nationwide network, offering convenient and reliable charging for your journey.
Middlemarch Medical Services
Middlemarch Medical Services
Middlemarch Medical Services
In the event of an emergency – Dial 111
There is an AED located outside Maggies, the dairy on Aberafon Street, Middlemarch.
For non-urgent medical services, visitors are encouraged to call Healthline on 0800 611 116 for advice before calling the Middlemarch Surgery, which offers primary healthcare services to the local community and, where appropriate, to visitors.
Please consider making a first aid kit part of your essential items when travelling – and ensure you know how and when to use it.
Middlemarch Surgery Hours:
Mondays and Wednesdays: 9am – 1pm
Prime Nurse cover (24 hours) is available for urgent care. Nurses can be reached by calling the surgery on 03 464 3877.
If you are considering moving to our area, you may contact the surgery on the number above for information about the services they provide.
Strath Taieri Community Centre
Strath Taieri Community Centre
Host your next event at the Strath Taieri Community Centre, the perfect venue for meetings, functions, and workshops!
Located in the heart of Middlemarch, this versatile space offers a variety of facilities and a welcoming atmosphere, ideal for any occasion. Whether you’re planning a corporate meeting, a community workshop, or a special celebration, the Strath Taieri Community Centre provides everything you need to make your event a success.
Enjoy the convenience of ample parking, a fully equipped kitchen, flexible room layouts — and toilet facilities conveniently located on the Browns Road side of the building.