Nelson CBD nears capacity ahead of Christmas
The tills will be ringing at more stores in Nelson’s CBD this summer, with retail almost at capacity ahead of Christmas. In a statement, Uniquely Nelson’s Simon Duffy said there…
Bluebottles back on beaches
Bluebottles have been sighted on Nelson beaches, riding the waves and washing up on shore – and potentially delivering a nasty sting to unsuspecting swimmers and walkers. What may surprise…
Tasman Mako player of the year takes career one step at a time
Timoci Tavatavanawai wasn’t expecting to play for a Marlborough rugby club when he left Fiji as a teenager seven years ago. There was a misunderstanding between him and his agent:…
Nelson Santa Parade attracts its biggest crowd yet, organiser says
It wasn’t just Santa, there were storm troopers and a mermaid among the 1500 people entertaining the public at Nelson’s Christmas parade. Organiser Trevor Marshall said this year’s parade attracted…
Christmas gets a lift as big tree switched on
A community effort has seen Nelson’s civic Christmas tree switched on for the season. A crowd gathered at the Church Steps on Sunday evening as the 3000 lights were turned…
Ready to ride again
Nelson will host the premiere of the sequel to a coming-of-ageing show that captured Kiwi audiences. Theatre veteran Mark Hadlow is back on his bike for GOMIL — Grumpy Middle…
Sediment, E coli key environmental concerns
Storm-related sediment poses “a major problem” for the health of estuaries and waterways in Nelson, say city council staff. Contaminants such as E coli continued to be an issue, while…
Restaurateur asks for more time in square
Surrounded by empty retail spaces, Raf Sirri’s Italian restaurant Babagatto has become an island in Nelson’s Morrison Square. In June, Sirri and his neighbours learned they would have to move…
Helping to find smoother path
Lawyer Sarah Moon was on a traditional career path when a chat with a friend led to a change in direction. Moon had been at Nelson law firm Pitt &…
Kākā Valley development step closer after court ruling
Five years after it was first lodged, a plan change allowing housing development in the Kākā Valley is set to be adopted. This week, the Environment Court issued its final…