Nelson Region
Nelson scraps long-awaited pride crossing
The council's initial proposal has been revoked after it was found it did not take into account the needs of blind and low vision citizens.
Central Nelson hopes to reduce emissions with new solar bins
The bins have a small solar-powered compactor which crushes the rubbish, allowing it to hold more than a standard bin.
Top of the south orchards seek to replenish workforce
A campaign to attract seasonal workers to the horticulture and viticulture industries in Nelson Tasman has recruited several hundred people, but many orchards in the top of the south are still looking…
Police investigate unexplained death in Nelson
A 56-year-old man has been found dead at a rural property in the village of Hope, south of Nelson, today.
Concerns over proposed subdivision for Nelson's Matai Valley
Concerns are growing in Nelson over a proposed residential development in Maitai Valley. Peter Taylor from the Save the Matai group speaks to Jesse. Audio
Widespread Covid testing needed in Nelson-Tasman - Medical Officer of Health
There are now 17 cases of Covid-19 in Nelson, with the health board moving to "stamp out" Omicron in the region.
Five flights, airport linked to Nelson-Tasman Covid cases
Five Air NZ flights have been linked to nine cases in the Nelson Tasman area, and a crew member has tested positive for the virus.
Nine new Covid-19 cases in Nelson-Tasman 'timely reminder to get tested'
There are nine new cases of Covid-19 in Nelson and Tasman, all from the same household.
Kea chicks fledge, boost population in Nelson Lakes
The kea population in the Nelson Lakes has been boosted with the addition of six chicks after a successful breeding season.
Reintroduced bird species establishing populations in Nelson's Brook Waimārama Sanctuary
Almost 20 years after the idea for a pest-free sanctuary was first raised for the site of Nelson's former water works in the Brook Waimārama Sanctuary, the first two species to be reintroduced are…
'A really, really tough process': Nelson homeless shelter to close after 35 years
An emergency accommodation provider in Nelson is closing, after more than three decades supporting the city's homeless men.
Covid-19: High testing demand as Nelson outbreak grows to 14
Health officials are working to determine the source of the Covid-19 outbreak in the top of the South Island.
Abundant kina damaging reefs as fish numbers dwindle
Reducing numbers of snapper, blue cod and crayfish have led to barren rocky reefs on parts of New Zealand's coastlines.
Call to ban industrial coal use in Nelson
A climate action group are petitioning Nelson City Council to end industrial coal use in the region.
Couple 'fortunate' to be plucked from snowy ridge, police say
Trampers are being urged not to rely on cellphones after a couple were rescued from a snowy ridge on Saturday night.
Game deer donated to Kai Rescue charity in Nelson
A call to manage a population of deer on private land in Nelson has led to a donation of venison to a food rescue programme.
Calls for council to vote against Nelson housing project
A group opposed to a housing development in Nelson's Kākā Valley are calling on the council to vote against land rezoning that would enable hundreds of homes to be built near the Maitai River.
Fines issued after 'upsetting' anti-vaccination letters delivered to medical practices
Nineteen people have been arrested for flouting alert level 4 rules during anti-lockdown protests this morning, while in Nelson two people were fined after hand delivering offensive anti-vaccination…
Ninety-two year old exhibits paintings for the first time
Having had her artwork displayed for the first time at an exhibition last week, Nancy Morice is still ticking off "firsts".
Covid-19 lockdown: Crayfish and salmon for conference goes to needy
Crayfish tails, salmon and beef bourguignon were on the menu for those due to attend a Seafood New Zealand conference in Nelson today, instead that food is being prepared to be donated to those in…