Collingwood Plans 2009-2029

This page contains plans and projects for the Collingwood Settlement outlined in Council's Long Term and Annual Plans.

The Draft Long Term Plan 2012-2022 is currently being considered. Updated information will be posted following its adoption in June.

Important Note About the Draft Annual Plan 2011/2012

The Tasman District Council Draft Annual Plan 2011/2012 was adopted by the Council on 10 March 2011. This contains proposed changes from the 2009-2019 Ten Year Plan and the final list of projects will be confirmed by the end of June 2011following consultation with the public.

Collingwood Settlement Profile

Collingwood is located around the Ruataniwha Inlet where the Aorere River flows into the sea.

The coastal scarps which separate the upper and lower parts of Collingwood are unstable and have not been zoned urban. They also add to the character of the town in their natural state. The end of the Collingwood sandspit is a mobile feature that is unsuitable for permanent structures.

Protection of Collingwood's heritage values and the enhanced urban design of Tasman Street are encouraged. Recreational fishing facilities in and adjoining the Aorere Estuary are encouraged to integrate with appropriate onshore facilities and the natural character of the inlet.

The local road network requires progressive upgrading and an alternative emergency route for State Highway 60 is needed.

Collingwood Population Growth

Estimates from Statistics New Zealand project the Collingwood population growing from 235 in 2006 to 251 in 2031. This represents an annual average growth rate of 0.42%

Collingwood Settlement Area and Engineering Maps

The following PDF maps show the settlement area and planned engineering maps in relation to the 2009-2019 Ten Year Plan.

Collingwood Zoning

Future residential and rural residential development is encouraged to locate to the south of the existing residential area to avoid spread along the coastline or into areas that are highly visible or have high natural values. Refer to the Collingwood Settlement Area Map

Future business demand is expected to be satisfied from land already zoned for business purposes.

Major Projects Planned for Collingwood - 2009-2019

These projects are part of the 2009-2019 Ten Year Plan.

Engineering

Refer to the Collingwood Engineering Map

  • Seal extensions to Aorere Valley Road 2017/18
  • Streetscaping in Tasman Street, Collingwood completed in 2013/14
  • Collingwood water treatment plant upgrade to meet new Government drinking water standards 2016/17
  • Stormwater reticulation improvements in parts of Collingwood 2018/19
  • Wastewater Beach Road pump station upgrade 2018/19 (continuing into next 10 year period) and Motels pump station upgrade 2018/19

Community Services

  • Continue to support the Coastcare projects running at Collingwood and Pakawau during the 10 year period
  • Develop interpretation panels outlining the environmental values along with bird and coast care information for the coastal estuary reserves 2009-2011
  • Collingwood boat launching area – entrance and carpark 2009/2010

Indicative Major Projects for Collingwood - 2019-2029

These projects have been identified in the long term plan process past 2019.

Engineering

  • Lewis Street reconstruction – 400m full construction
  • Wharariki Road – sealing of 4.5km of unsealed road
  • Collingwood upgrade of Beach Road and Wallys Rest pump stations and further wastewater treatment plant renewal and upgrade
  • Collingwood bore headworks, pump station, water treatment plant and reservoir

Community Services

  • Ongoing development of walkways and cycleways throughout the District
  • Ongoing management, maintenance, planting and development of existing reserves and facilities
  • Ongoing coastcare work, including planting and dune restoration
  • Purchase and development of new reserves and facilities to meet the needs of the District’s growing population