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This morning Councillors voted to trial extended free parking in its four city centre car parks to better understand demand for parking and to support local businesses during the quieter winter months.

From Friday 15 May, free parking in Millers Acre, Wakatu, Buxton and Montgomery carparks will extend from 1 hour free, to 2 hours free.

🗨️ “Winter brings quieter streets and reduced foot traffic,” says Councillor Mel Courtney. “Local businesses have told us that every sale counts during this time. Extending free parking is a simple, practical way to encourage people into the city to shop and spend.”

👉 To access two free hours of parking drivers will need to either use the app or one of the meters that surround the carparks.

👉 Drivers should note that although the free parking limit has been extended to two hours, the rules for time limited spaces remain the same. For instance, a car can only use the 60 minute spots in Wakatu for an hour.

👉 The two hours can also be split up over the day. By using the meter or the "PayMyPark" app, drivers can split the time into 15 minute segments. For example, a driver could park for 45 minutes in Montgomery Square and then move to Buxton car park for 1 hour 15 minutes later in the day.
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WEEK 2: WHERE’S PURPLE MAN?
We’re moving into Week 2 of the hunt… and Purple Man is back out in Nelson! What started as a simple idea — what if exploring Nelson felt like a game? — is now turning into a city-wide challenge.
Your mission? Spot Purple Man, guess the location, and go in the draw to WIN one of 10 Panasonic Bluetooth speakers.
He’s been spotted again… this time somewhere with a long musical legacy, helping locals find their sound for generations.
This Week’s Clue
A place with a long musical legacy, where pianos, guitars, and modern audio gear sit side by side — and passionate musicians help you find your sound. Purple Man was here… do you know where?
GUESS NOW

One winner will be announced every Monday for 10 weeks.
#PurplemaninNelson #Whereispurpleman #beintowin #GuessNelson #Nelson #NelsonTasman #uniquelynelson #uniquelynelsonnz
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🎉 Weekly Winner Announced!

Congrats to our Weekly Winner – Sally Burgess! 👏💜
She correctly guessed where Purple Man was spotted 👀

📍 Last week’s location: Lambretta's Cafe & Bar, 204 Hardy Street, Nelson

🔊 Enjoy your Panasonic Bluetooth Speaker!

👀 More locations coming soon… stay tuned!
Think you know Nelson?
👉 Enter now:

#PurpleManInNelson #WheresPurpleMan #UniquelyNelson #NelsonNZ #ShopLocal #ExploreNelson
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🎉 Weekly Winner A

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Congrats to Elisabeth, this week's winner of our Customer Survey prize draw who has won a $50 hospitality voucher from Uniquely Nelson ! We'll be drawing names each week, so complete our survey, help shape a smoother journey, and be in to win prizes such as @Originair flights!
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Congrats to Elisabet
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