KiwiGlimpseOverview
Queensberry is a small settlement located in the Central Otago region of New Zealand's South Island. It is situated between the towns of Wanaka and Cromwell and is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges and vineyards.
| Queensberry Details | |
|---|---|
| Location | Queensberry |
| Region | Otago |
| District Council | Central Otago District |
| Postal Code: | 9383 |
| Current Time: | 05:04 PM |
| Date: | Friday, February 13, 2026(NZST) |
| Time zone: | NZST (UTC+12:00) |
| Elevation / Altitude | 51.61 meters. Above Seal level |
| Latitude | -44.8441 |
| Longitude | 169.3278 |
| DMS Lat | -45° 9' 21.2238'' |
| DMS Long | 169° 19' 40.0534'' |
History
The area was first settled in the late 1800s and was named after Queen Victoria. It was originally a farming community, with sheep and cattle farming being the main industries. Later, gold mining became a major industry in the area and many of the original buildings from this era can still be seen today.
Geography
Queensberry is located in a valley between the Pisa Range to the north and the Dunstan Mountains to the south. The settlement sits at an elevation of around 350 metres above sea level and is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including several small lakes and streams.
Queensberry is located at latitude -44.84410451 and longitude 169.32779260 (decimal degrees), and approximately at latitude -45° 9' 21.2238'' and longitude 169° 19' 40.0534'' (DMS).
Below is map of Queensberry
Demographics
The population of Queensberry is small, with only a few hundred people living in the area. The majority of the population is of European descent, with a small number of Māori and Pacific Islander residents.
Climate
Queensberry has a semi-arid climate, with hot, dry summers and cold, frosty winters. The area receives an average of around 600mm of rainfall per year, with most of this falling during the winter months.
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There are several popular tourist attractions in and around Queensberry, including the historic Cardrona Hotel, which dates back to the gold rush era and the Pisa Range Ski Area, which offers skiing and snowboarding during the winter months.
Economy
The economy of Queensberry is primarily based around agriculture and tourism. Sheep and cattle farming are still important industries in the area, while the local vineyards attract visitors from around the world.
Nearby Schools
| Sr. No. | School Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Hawea Flat School |
| 2 | Kidsfirst Kindergartens Hawea |
| 3 | Mountainside Educare |
| 4 | Riverside Educare Ltd |
| 5 | Tarras School |