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Looking for somewhere to host your next big event?: Culture Burger Joint
May 19, 2026
Looking for somewhere to host your next big event? Look no further! At Burger Culture…
Cosy up in style at Beeteees
May 19, 2026
✨ Cosy up in style ✨ Our new Antler NZ scarves have just arrived —…
It’s getting chilly – time to get woolly!: Make It Nelson
May 12, 2026
It's getting chilly - time to get woolly! Here are three ways you can get…
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NZ Music Month Music Mix 4 – Moonshot: Nelson City Presents
May 19, 2026
🎼 NCMA this SATURDAY 🎼 NZ Music Month Music Mix 4 - Moonshot Let this…
The Midwinter Showdown Set To Ignite Nelson’s Waterfront
May 19, 2026
This winter, the top of the South is set to heat up as The Midwinter…
Two amazing Oral Health Therapists, Olive and Sheyda at Munro Dental
May 19, 2026
Hygiene Care more available than ever! We now have not one but two amazing Oral…
Virtual Tours
Step into Nelson City’s great Virtual Reality shopping experience. Be able to walk through Nelson places without leaving home.
Recipes
A NEW Chicken and Potato Recipe I Crave Every Week! Easy and So Delicious!
May 18, 2026
Credit: Essen Recipes
Sweet And Sour Chicken Recipe | Crispy And Tasty Chicken Recipe
May 18, 2026
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🎉 WEEK 3 WINNER ANNOUNCED! 💜
Congratulations to our Week 3 Winner – Tania Wilson! 👏
Tania correctly guessed where Purple Man was spotted last week.👀
📍 Week 3 Location:
Beetees Nelson
243 Trafalgar Street, Nelson
🔊 Tania has won one of our Panasonic Bluetooth Speakers!
Purple Man is on the run… where will he appear next? 👀
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Nelson Provincial Museum’s Gala Royale Dinner & Fundraising Auction
Join Nelson Provincial Museum for Gala Royale, a black-tie midwinter evening of fine dining, entertainment, and premium auctions in support of the new ARC (Archives, Research and Collections) Facility in Richmond, Tasman.
The ARC Facility will be a secure, fit-for-purpose home for the Nelson Tasman regional heritage collection, safeguarding our most precious taonga for generations to come. Funds raised from the evening will support the relocation and care of the Museum’s collection, including specialised shelving and fit-out.
Saturday 13 June | 5.30pm
The Rutherford Hotel, Nelson
Dress: Black tie / formal
Canapés • Three-course dinner • Premium auctions • Entertainment
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Nelson Shopping Now Made Easier. Shop to you drop in Nelson City. Take time to enjoy boutique shopping, retail designer fashions, amazing arts & crafts, great cafés & restaurants & the world-famous m...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
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Founders Annual Book & Record Fair 2026
Step into a World of 400,000 Stories!
The vintage gates of Founders Park are ready to swing open for New Zealand’s largest Book and Record Fair! This King’s Birthday weekend marks the start of a nine-day treasure hunt through a whimsical labyrinth of over 400,000 items.
Whether searching for a sun-faded childhood classic, a rare vinyl record to perfect a collection, or a rainy-day puzzle for the family, the rustic charm of the park provides the ultimate backdrop for discovery.
This year’s fair is brimming with:
Books of every genre (from historical non-fiction to contemporary bestsellers).
Crates of vinyl records, CDs, and DVDs for the dedicated music lover.
Puzzles, board games, and magazines to keep every household entertained.
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Starting Friday 15 May, free parking in Millers Acre, Wakatu, Buxton and Montgomery carparks will extend from 1 hour free, to 2 hours free.
👉 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. ... See MoreSee Less
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WEEK 3: PURPLE MAN IS ON THE RUN!
Purple Man is back out exploring Nelson City… and this week he’s looking extra stylish 👀
From fashion and everyday essentials to friendly local service, he’s been spotted somewhere locals love to browse for the latest looks and great finds.
🔍 This Week’s Clue
Purple Man was seen surrounded by racks of fashion, colourful styles, and everyday favourites in one of Nelson’s well-known retail stores on Trafalgar Street 💜
Do you know where he is this week?
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👉 WIN 1 of 10 Panasonic Bluetooth Speakers 🔊
🎁 One winner announced every Monday for 10 weeks.
T's & C's Apply
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🎉 WEEK 2 WINNER ANNOUNCED! 💜
A huge congratulations to Diane Baker for correctly guessing where Purple Man was spotted last week. 👏👀
📍 Week 2 Location:
Beggs MusicWorks
264 Hardy Street, Nelson
From pianos and keyboards to guitars and sound gear, Purple Man was surrounded by music at one of Nelson’s iconic music destinations 🎹🎶
🔊 Diane has won one of our Panasonic Bluetooth Speakers!
Think you know where Purple Man will appear next?
👀 Keep guessing — a new location is coming soon!
👉 Guess Now:
@BeggsMusicNelson @beggsmusic
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One year ago, something truly special arrived at the Sanctuary — 41 precious kiwi pukupuku ✨
Since then, it’s been an incredible journey. From careful monitoring to those quiet, thrilling moments of discovery, we celebrated our first chicks just before Christmas last year and now estimate that 10–15 have successfully hatched within the Sanctuary. A powerful sign that this tiny, rare kiwi is thriving.
Our night tours have brought visitors closer than ever to these elusive taonga, creating unforgettable experiences and deepening connections to Aotearoa’s unique wildlife.
Every visit, every donation, and every bit of business support help protect not only kiwi pukupuku, but all the species that call the Sanctuary home. Together, we’re building a future where they can continue to grow and flourish in a safe, pest-free environment.
We’re incredibly grateful to our staff, volunteers, and supporters for helping turn this vision into reality.
Here’s to one year of kiwi pukupuku in Whakatū (Nelson) — and many more to come.
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📷Photo credit: Sean McGrath
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Last Chance To Be In To Win Delights & Vouchers Worth $350 This Mother’s Day!
This Mother’s Day, we are celebrating all the wonderful woman out there.
Simply nominate yourself or someone else who is deserving of this amazing prize and be in to WIN a fabulous Mother’s Day Hamper valued at $350.
The prize includes:
- A $100 Panasonic Bluetooth Speaker
- A $100 voucher from Storey Collection
- A $50 voucher from Paper Plus Nelson
- A $100 hospitality voucher to enjoy at your favourite Nelson City restaurant
Show your appreciation and make someone’s day extra special — enter now and give them something to smile about.
ENTER NOW
The competition ends on Friday 8 May 2026 noon.
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Be In To Win Delights & Vouchers Worth $350 This Mother's Day! - Uniquely Nelson
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