Richmond, Southland Map

About Richmond, Southland

Richmond is a locality in the Southland Region of New Zealand. It has a population of approximately 2,910. It sits at an elevation of around 11 m above sea level. It lies approximately 1 km north-east of Invercargill, the regional capital. Richmond is located at 46.4084°S, 168.3601°E. It observes New Zealand Time (NZST/NZDT). Statistics New Zealand classifies the area as a small urban area.

Richmond lies cradled in a shallow basin, its contours softened by the persistent Southland wind. It lies 1.2 km south-east of Invercargill (from Invercargill: bearing 140°T), and is situated 2.2 km south of Rosedale. Rolling farmland, a patchwork of emerald and gold in the late afternoon sun, stretches outwards, punctuated by stands of hardy trees that offer scant protection against the elements. The air, even several kilometres from the open coast, carries a faint, briny tang, a whisper of the distant Daffodil Bay. Across the fertile plains, the Waihopai River meanders, its waters a silty brown, reflecting the vast, often dramatic Southland sky. In the distance, the subtle rise of Heale Ridge marks the northern horizon, a constant, brooding presence.

The economic pulse of Richmond has long been tied to the land, a tradition that endures even as modern industries find their footing. Dairy herds graze placidly on the rich pastures, their presence a familiar sight and a cornerstone of the local economy. Beyond the dairy farms, sheep and beef cattle graze on the more rugged slopes, their wool a testament to the region's enduring agricultural heritage. While not a major hub, Richmond serves as a quiet centre for its surrounding rural communities, a place where the rhythm of the seasons dictates the pace of life. The Waihopai Embankment Walkway, a popular local amenity, offers a gentle passage alongside the river, a place where neighbours might exchange pleasantries, and the quiet hum of daily life is punctuated by the calls of unseen birds.

About This Richmond Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Richmond, Southland, New Zealand — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: -46.40842, 168.36009. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time New Zealand and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorial description provides background on Richmond.

Richmond sits within the Southland Region. Location data is drawn from the GeoNames geographical database and verified by coordinates, ensuring the correct Richmond is identified even where the name is shared across multiple New Zealand localities.