Andrew Little is expected to make his first official visit to Dunedin, six months after being elected leader of the Labour Party.

His absence thus far comes after Labour has long criticised the government for ignoring the regions.

Little is due to spend one day in Dunedin, on Monday.

He plans to meet with Dunedin Mayor Dave Cull, as well as University of Otago vice-chancellor Harlene Hayne.

It's expected they'll discuss local business opportunities, and Little will also speak to university students.

He plans to visit Dunedin Hospital and address the hospital's planned rebuild with Southern District Health Board members.