John Andrew Collins AM (born 27 April 1970[1]) is the mainstay bass guitarist for Australian rock band Powderfinger since 1989.

During the hiatus, Collins played with fellow Powderfinger member Darren Middleton in his new band Drag on a number of occasions as well as performing with Ian Haug and Steven Bishop in The Predators.

Collins was appointed as the first Night-Life Economy Commissioner in Queensland, Australia on the 30th of September, 2024, following the creation of the role by legislation earlier that year.

[4] The primary function of his role is supporting the economic development and preservation of the nightlife sector, serving as a central point of contact and advocating for live music venues, nightclubs, festival organisers, bars and restaurants, entertainment precincts, arts outlets, and local pubs to boost the economic impact of the sector and ensure long term sustainability.

Collins was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia in the 2024 King's Birthday Honours for "significant service to the arts through music, and to the community".