Simpler Dump Charges Proposed
The days of estimating how many cubic metres of waste you have to dump could be gone, with plans to replace existing fees with a “simpler and clearer price structure”.…
Marchfest Brews Something New
In its 19th year, Nelson’s popular craft beer festival Marchfest is changing its signature format. Instead of a limited number of beers brewed specifically for the event, this year the…
Refreshed Restaurant Ready To Serve
The name might seem familiar, but a Nelson hospitality business is promising a refreshing take on Mexican cuisine at its newest venue. The former Nicola’s Cantina in Church St has…
In the footsteps of Nelson’s darkest crime
Nelson’s Bridge St is a construction zone these days. But 160 years ago it was a thriving thoroughfare at the centre of one of the grisliest episodes in the fledgling…
The Nelson Mail: 160 not out
“We think that this city has arrived at such a stage of prosperity and importance, that only a daily paper can properly express its varied requirements.” So said the Nelson…
Colour and camaraderie in tryathlon
The Nelson leg of the Weet-bix Tryathlon took place at Tāhunanui Beach on Sunday, with more than 1000 young athletes giving it their all and their parental support crew cheering…
Council funding to help vulnerable women
Vulnerable women struggling to find secure housing will have a place to go to for help thanks to a Nelson City Council grant. The council has announced a $100,260 grant…
Tales of the night from Crisps Lane
Swapping large US cities for small town New Zealand has meant sacrifices for New Yorker Maryam Zadeh, but she’s lived to tell the tales and will be sharing them next…
Momentum for local economy
The economic recovery in Nelson-Tasman is starting to gain momentum, a new report has found. Infometric’s December 2025 quarterly economic monitor for the region shows signs of recovery, with economic activity…
Music and magic for ‘extraordinary show’
A show with high energy dance numbers and spectacular special effects Matilda the Musical is not to be missed, says president of Nelson Musical Theatre Hugh Neill. With a local cast of…