Tasman

Tasman is a province of New Holland. It is the largest province by land area, but the smallest by population. The province one of only two provinces, the other being Pickard Island, that is not situated on Adriaan Island.

The largest city is Penrith, located on the Western Coast of Diemen's Island.

It was the last province to be admitted to New Holland, in 1903. Tasman was admitted after the Colony of Diemen's Land was annexed into New Holland.

Etymology
The province's name comes from early explorer Abel Tasman, who first charted New Holland in 1642. The original colony was named after Anthony van Diemen, governor of the Dutch East Indies. The named was changed to Tasman, after a referendum was held regarding a name change upon the incorporation of the Dominion of Diemen's Land into New Holland.

Geography
Tasman is located over five islands, the largest and principal being Diemen's Island, containing to 95% of the province's population. The island is characterised by gentle hills will moderate ranges towards the southern end. This has allowed intensive farming to occur across the island, as well as easy transport links.

Ethnic groups and languages
Tasman is home to the largest population of native Maori in New Holland.

Cities
There are three cities in Tasman, they are (in order of population)
 * Penrith
 * Tarras
 * Karinga

Roads and highways
Tasman is connected by the National Arterial Network of highways. There is a motorway bridge from Adriaan Island, over the Celeste Channel.

Public transit
Public transit in Tasman consists of the Tasman Transit system in Penrith and Tarras. In each city it consists of a small network of light rail and streetcars.