Speed limits slashed on highway between Nelson and Blenheim
Speeds will be dropped from 100kmh to as low as 60kmh despite opposition from the public.
Hitting the ground floor running
A royal opportunity has presented itself for astute investors after a row of retail buildings in central Richmond, near Nelson, came on the market.
Kohatu Park first open day on track
The open day will provide public access for the first time to the Nelson-Tasman regional motorsport and adventure park site being developed near Tapawera.
Paulin takes over as Sealord CEO
From getting his sea legs on the Foveaux Strait to heading NZ's largest fishing company, Doug Paulin is happy at the helm.
Nelson man convicted on multiple Facebook fraud charges
Liam Carey defrauded his victims out of more than $5000 through fake Facebook ads.
Zone change paves way for more Māpua homes
More houses could soon be built at popular Māpua after councillors agreed to zoning changes on land near the seaside village entrance.
Why National got 'hammered'
Father of the House and 30-year National MP Dr Nick Smith reflects on why he believes his party lost the 2020 election.
Primary healthcare strike action continues
General practice nurses, reception and administration staff are frustrated over a lack of action to ensure they have pay equity with their hospital-based counterparts.
'Paradise' for sale in Abel Tasman National Park
The London-based owners of a Torrent Bay bach can't spend time there thanks to Covid-19, so now there is a rare chance for someone else to buy it.
Mountainbiker airlifted to hospital from Kahurangi National Park
It was a painful end to one mountainbiker's adventure on the Heaphy, after she suffered a knee injury near Saxon Hut and had to be airlifted out.
Poverty a factor for 'overwhelming' language problems
A two-year-old starting kindergarten in the region recently, had “no language” at all.
Remnints take top spot in Nelson Rockshop Bandquest
The Broadgreen Intermediate band won first place for the Nelson region, ahead of ten other primary and intermediate bands.
Tasman Lotto player wins $17,000
A Tasman-based online Lotto player was one of five around the country to win both second division and Powerball.
Adding extra dwellings made easier under proposed Nelson plan
New rules for residential zones in the draft Nelson Plan could make it easier for people to add extra dwellings to their property.
Amaltal found guilty of fishing in marine reserve
A fishing company owned by Talley's has been found guilty of illegal fishing in a marine reserve off the Kaikōura coast.
Hitting the ground floor running
A royal opportunity has presented itself for astute investors after a row of retail buildings in central Richmond, near Nelson, came on the market.
Catering to many tastes to deliver in testing times
A Nelson caterer cooks up new business models to survive and thrive in a disrupted year. .
Remnints take top spot in Nelson Rockshop Bandquest
The Broadgreen Intermediate band won first place for the Nelson region, ahead of ten other primary and intermediate bands.
National Cider Festival livens up Founders Park
Big crowds, good food, and award-winning cider made for a popular event in Nelson
Emma Rose finds her 'Happy' medium
Nelson muso releases first single of an experimental EP, taking tricky subject matters and juxtaposing them with upbeat instrumentation.
Learning to cook is just the beginning
I never felt overly connected to my Sri Lankan past until I got into the kitchen.
Continuing a fine tradition
The Langford Store at Bainham stands out from a bygone era, with one family continuing to preserve this Golden Bay institution that started almost a century ago.
Art doesn't happen in a vacuum
Forget the starving artist in the lonely garret, artists need friends, funding and festivals. Oh, and good primary school teachers, too.
Thinking in phrases instead of words
COLUMN: Becoming fluent in te reo Māori requires an emphasis on the phrase, not just the word, as this is the natural grammatical unit of the language.
Small fry, big headache for minister
OPINION: Proposals to help save the declining whitebait fishery will be among the first tests for the new conservation minister.
Catering to many tastes to deliver in testing times
A Nelson caterer cooks up new business models to survive and thrive in a disrupted year. .
Continuing a fine tradition
The Langford Store at Bainham stands out from a bygone era, with one family continuing to preserve this Golden Bay institution that started almost a century ago.
Americans living in NZ glued to election results
American relatives are asking if there is “room for us in New Zealand” because although there could be a new president, it is discouraging to see much of the country siding with Trump.
Harvesting a new future
It was perfect timing and a silver lining that helped create a new future for the new operators out at Seifried Estate's Harvest Kitchen.
Choir's delightful display
The Chroma Chamber Choir delighted Nelson lovers of choral music to a wonderful display of the compositions of Maurice Duruflé.
Lockdown image wins Bay Art
A photograph of a Golden Bay street during lockdown has been hailed the Supreme Award winner at this year’s annual 33rd Bay Art competition.
Rose Lu a fresh voice for immigrants
"Many minorities and immigrants in New Zealand will be able to relate to her feelings of alienation and the pressure to conform."
Dramatic scenery of the Sounds and Nelson inspires author
“I honestly cannot imagine a more inspiring environment for writing fantasy."
Colonial provides inspiration for Nelson writer
"My London agent says people are very interested in stories of early New Zealand."
Wild woman at heart
''It is a special feeling to realise that you are the only human being in a 100km radius."
Theatrical show stoppers
It was a night to remember for those lucky enough to catch touring company's performances of The Shows Must Go On at the Theatre Royal.
