Collingwood, Tasman Map

About Collingwood, Tasman

Collingwood is a locality in the Tasman Region of New Zealand. It is a small community with a population of 258. It sits at an elevation of around 0 m above sea level. It lies approximately 84 km north-northwest of Richmond, the regional capital. Collingwood is located at 40.6772°S, 172.6807°E. It observes New Zealand Time (NZST/NZDT). Statistics New Zealand classifies the area as a rural settlement.

Collingwood rests in a verdant hollow, cradled by the rolling contours of the land. It lies 83.2 km north-west of Nelson (from Nelson: bearing 322°T), and is situated 21.7 km north-north-west of Takaka. The Aorere River, a silver ribbon, threads its way past the edges of the settlement, its waters reflecting the broad sky. Surrounding Collingwood, the landscape is a patchwork of fertile farmland, interspersed with pockets of native bush that cling to the slopes, their dark green a constant presence against the lighter hues of the pastures. In the distance, the Burnett Range forms a rugged backdrop, its peaks often softened by a haze of fine, dry air. The light here, particularly in the late afternoon, has a peculiar quality, a golden softness that seems to settle on the land, warming the colours of the earth and the scattered dwellings.

The history of Collingwood is a story of quiet perseverance, a testament to the early settlers who carved a life from this inland country. While the region's economy has long been tied to the land, with dairy farming and sheep grazing forming the backbone of its prosperity, there's a subtle undercurrent of a more adventurous past, hinted at in the enduring spirit of its inhabitants. This is a place where the rhythm of the seasons dictates the pace of life, and where neighbours still recognise the value of mutual support. The nearby Kaituna Track offers a pathway into the surrounding wilderness, a place for contemplation and connection with the natural world, a world that has shaped Collingwood and its people over generations.

About This Collingwood Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Collingwood, Tasman, New Zealand — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: -40.67716, 172.6807. 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 Collingwood.

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