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Public transport access to Nelson’s newest mall from bus stop ‘ridiculous’
A public transport advocate says the bus stops are too far away from the mall, while the council says finding a solution to the issue is going to take time.

More hapu mama getting vaccinated
Community midwives at Nelson Hospital have more than doubled the number of pregnant women getting vaccinations.

Legacy of a million trees
The tree you sit under in your local park is probably there thanks to the dedicated effort of a Nelson council employee.

Nelson groups back parrot species for Bird of the Year
Nelson College and The Brook Sanctuary are national campaign managers for the kaka and kakariki karaka respectively.

Sharing strengths and building a future as one
Opinion: We have an opportunity to create the most efficient and effective unit of local government in the country by merging, writes Nelson mayor Nick Smith.

Nelson’s Air Cadets have a home of their own
“The airport found us a new home:” a donation has secured a 10-year lease for a group that has been running since the 1940s.

Grounding investigation continues as barge towed to Nelson
The Manahau, a huge Niue-flagged barge that grounded near Westport, is detained in Nelson as investigations continue.

Man driving twice the speed limit threatened police
Caught driving 103kph in a suburban area, a Nelson man threatened police when they tried to breath test him.

Hundreds turn out for Ranfurly Shield celebrations
The 120-year-old rugby trophy still has pulling power as the Tasman Mako bring the Ranfurly Shield to Nelson for the first time.

Nelson College fall short in national first XV rugby final
Hamilton Boys' High School have ended Nelson College’s season-long winning streak, beating them 27-17 in the Top 4 final.

Tami Neilson's Willie Nelson tribute album: ‘What’s more joyful than immersing yourself in Willie Nelson songs?'
Singer Tami Neilson pays homage to her country music hero on the intimate new album Neilson Sings Nelson.

One killed in car vs logging truck accident
A person has been killed in a crash between a logging truck and a car near Nelson.

Big boppers collide
Nelson Asofa-Solomona and Toby Rudolf almost came to blows in the dying stages of Saturday's clash.

Nelson Yacht Club fundraising to stay afloat
The club teaches kids and adults how to sail - including those with disabilities through a programme called Sailability.

Unnamed road gets te reo title despite residents' objections
The road north of Nelson will carry a name of mana and dignity, iwi say, but a resident says it has no significance to those who live there.

Nelson school achieves ‘very rare’ underwater hockey feat
Nelson College for Girls has taken out both senior and junior gold medals at this year’s New Zealand Secondary Schools Underwater Hockey Tournament.

Manahau grounding: Maritime Union prevented from boarding barge to talk to foreign crew
The Maritime Union says it has concerns for the foreign seafarers onboard the Manahau, having been unable to check on the crew's welfare since the boat arrived in Nelson three days ago.

Microchipping, desexing plan for Nelson cats
Councillors say the move will be a win for biodiversity.

Three-level Victorian villa with best views fetches top dollar
This stunning Nelson property stands out in a flat market where median values have slumped 1% over the past year - it fetched $200,000 above its RV.

Shield celebrations for Nelson and Blenheim
Tasman’s historic Ranfurly Shield win against Hawkes Bay will be celebrated with public ceremonies in Nelson and Blenheim on Sunday and Monday.