Our Nelson Issue 191 – 27 March 2024

Nelson City Council sesquicentennial celebrations begin
Nelson City Council begins its 150th sesquicentennial celebrations at the end of this month, marking a century and a half of service to the community.
Over the course of the next 12 months, we will be sharing stories from Council’s history with our community in a series of weekly snippets, capturing interesting tales, events and photos from the past 150 years. Whether it’s the cost of the first rates (one shilling a year), or the city’s appointment of a rat catcher who once caught an impressive 2000 rats in one day, or the donation of a horse to the Council and people of Nelson, Council’s history is a treasure trove.  
We’ll also be hosting a range of activities, displaying some of the treasures and images from our archives, and later in the year, holding a community family teddy bears’ picnic with a competition for the oldest teddy.  
The sesquicentennial festivities will end with the release of a book chronicling Council's past from 1974 to 2024. Penned by author Paul Christoffel, the publication will mark the third installment in a series, each book encapsulating 50 years of Council's history. 
Dr Christoffel says it wasn’t until he started writing about Council that he realised the true breadth of what it does.  
“Being new to Nelson, I found it staggering to understand just how much Nelson City Council is involved with, whether its running festivals, funding a slew of activities, organisations and events, owning the city’s historic houses or operating various entities through trusts. I hope people who read this book will be amazed by just how much Council does for its community – it goes so far beyond what people expect their Council to do.” 
The commemoration activities have been driven by Council’s Sesquicentennial Taskforce, led by Chair Councillor Mel Courtney, and supported by the City of Nelson Civic Trust, to showcase the work and dedication of Council staff throughout the organisation’s history. 
Nelson Mayor Nick Smith says Council has played an important role in building the city into the successful and desirable place that it is today. 
 “There is so much good about Nelson that can be attributed to the wise decisions of previous Councils and the hard work of its staff. Our Council has, over these 150 years, built up assets worth over $2.4 billion today that, with low debt, puts Nelson in a strong financial position to face the future. 
 “This milestone is an opportunity for us to celebrate 150 years of achievements but also to inspire the current Council and our community for the next steps to make our community even better.” 
Nelson City Council was established on 30 March 1874, a transformation of the previous governing body, the Board of Works.  
Within its first year, the new Council was beset by financial woes – its coffers constantly drawn upon by the Provincial Government without the knowledge or consent of Councillors, or so alleged the Town Clerk of the time, prompting the City Treasurer to resign. Around the same time, Nelson’s first Mayor, J R Dodson, also resigned. The Nelson townspeople called a vote of no confidence in the Council, prompting further resignations, this time by five Councillors.  For a short time, left without a quorum, Council ceased to exist. Thankfully, the local magistrate called an election and the new Council got to work straightening out Council’s finances.  
Council Chief Executive Nigel Philpott says Council staff have played a crucial role in Nelson's journey over the past 150 years.  
 "As we celebrate this significant milestone, it's important for our staff to take a moment to reflect on their contributions. They should take pride in their hard work and dedication, which has helped mould Nelson into the vibrant community it is today." 
 The sesquicentennial celebrations began with a staff morning tea, and a chance for elected members, former Councillors and invited guests to meet Dr Christoffel and hear about the book’s progress.
Long Term Plan 2024-34 – consultation open
Every three years Council develops a Long Term Plan for our city. The Plan covers the next 10 years (with more detail for the first three), describes the issues facing our city, what Council is aiming to achieve, how much it will cost and how it will be paid for. 
This time round we are covering eight key issues from rates and affordability, property buyouts due to the August 2022 storm, Council's approach to forestry, a new management structure for the marina, changes to the housing reserve fund, an all-weather sports turf, improved beach facilities at Tāhunanui and an arts hub.
Public consultation on the plan starts today (Wednesday 27 March) and is open for four weeks. Visit nelson.govt.nz to read our consultation document and supporting documents. You can get a printed copy at our Customer Service Centre at Civic House or at a public library.

Multicultural football
Thanks to all the players and fans who turned out for the 3rd Annual Multicultural Football Tournament over the weekend!
16 teams competed, including teams from Nelson's Karenni, Chin, Bhutanese, Colombian, American, Fijian Indian, Cambodian, and Vanuatu communities. There was also a joint '111 United' and a couple of 'Rest of the World' teams.

Stoke Library roof repair works begin
Work has begun to repair the roof of the Stoke Library to improve its weather protection and extend the life of the building by up to 20 years.
Visitors to Stoke Library can expect some disruption over the next six weeks as work is carried out, which includes fixing roof leaks, skylight alterations, and installing new roof cladding and flashings.
The work will take place over two stages and has a budget of $581,000. 
Manager Libraries Kate Miller said the library will continue to provide a full range of services throughout the work period. 
“Stoke Library is well used by the community, and while there may be some disruption to library users, we’re very pleased a solution has been found so the library can remain open while work takes place.”
The first stage of work--replacing the skylight--began on 19 March and requires a scaffold mezzanine that runs the length of the inside of the library. 
During this time, the skylight will be replaced with corrugated iron and a new ceiling and lighting will be installed. The library will remain open throughout the construction period, and the mezzanine will be wrapped to limit falling objects, dust and noise. The most disruptive work will be scheduled outside of library hours.
Weather-tightness and structural remedial work on the library was undertaken in 2019 under a temporary building consent to make the building structurally safe and address leaks.  
Group Manager Community Services Andrew White says with the building consent up for renewal, it’s vital that we make sure Stoke’s access to its library remains secure.
“Our library staff are nothing if not highly skilled at helping their customers through repair work, so I am confident they will do everything they can to help people use the library without too much disruption.”
Mayor’s Message
Celebrating 150 years and planning the next 10 
Our Council this week celebrates its sesquicentennial noting the first meeting occurred on 30 March 1874. It’s a time to reflect on 15 decades of progress but it is also a time to look to the future. Consultation begins today, 27 March 2024, on Council’s plans for the next decade.
Looking back helps us look forward. The most important contribution Council has made to our city is building the roads, bridges, pipes, footpaths and other infrastructure that we often take for granted. We are forever indebted to those wise Councils that built assets such as the Maitai Dam and the Tantragee Water Treatment Plant.
This infrastructure is expensive and much of it is underground. Many Councils, such as Wellington, have neglected it. Our infrastructure is in much better shape than most Councils but we need to keep investing. Our draft plan has us putting $815 million towards infrastructure upgrades over the next decade.
Council, while celebrating its centenary in 1974, was still grappling with fixing and funding the damage and flood protection improvements from the horrific 1970 storm. We have the same problem today with a net cost to Council of nearly $60 million to fund the recovery work from the August 2022 storm.  We know the $300 extra charge on rates for homes and businesses will add costs at a difficult time but there are no easy answers. We have worked hard to secure Government support that has reduced this cost from $450.
We should take pride in the social capital that has been built in this city over 150 years alongside the physical assets. Nelson has a strong sense of community. We care for each other and for our environment. We are a safe and tolerant city. We should also cherish that our city has been democratically governed continuously for 150 years as this is true for only a small minority of the thousands of cities in the world. We need to hold firm to these values as we navigate the next chapter in Nelson’s story.
My ambition as Nelson’s 30th Mayor is to lead a Council and community that works together, gets good stuff done and spends public money wisely. I’m encouraged that Council last Friday unanimously approved the Consultation Document “Beyond the Storm” and now we welcome your feedback on it by 28 April 2024. Together, we can make Nelson even better.

Nelson’s Arts Strategy gets funding boost
He Tātai Whetū, Nelson’s Arts and Creativity Strategy, has benefitted from an injection of funding for a Te Tauihutanga Design and Identity Project and a new Arts Development Agency.
These are two of the cornerstone projects in the Strategy, which was approved by Council in August 2022. Council subsequently agreed to ringfence some of the government Better Off Funding it was allocated to bring the strategy to life.
Arts Council Nelson has received the first tranche of the $150,000 set aside to support its transition into an independent arts development agency. The agency will be equipped to advocate for the arts and artists, attract investment opportunities, and develop relationships with the wider business sector like construction and tourism.
The first installment of the $500,000 allocated for the Te Tauihutanga project has also been received. The project will be led by all eight Te Tauihu iwi and facilitate the expression of Toi Māori in the design of Nelson’s buildings, public spaces and artworks. Funding will directly contribute to the design, execution and installation of Toi Māori public artworks and developing the creative capabilities of Māori to deliver these projects.
Deputy Mayor Rohan O’Neill-Stevens says the funding will enable Nelson's arts sector to fully realise its potential.
“Our arts community has long expressed the need for a single point of contact where artists can seek advice and opportunities, develop their craft and capabilities, network, and interface with the wider community.
“Creating the He Tātai Whetū was an important first step, but now the real magic happens as these projects spring off the page and into reality,” he says. 
Arts Council Nelson Chair Sophie Kelly says they are thrilled to have the backing of Council to help them transition into an arts development agency. 
“The proposed new agency will help us further support the creative sector, champion the interests of local artists and creative projects in the region and help strengthen the artistic and cultural life of our communities.”
Pouwhakahaere Chief Executive of Te Ātiawa o te Waka-a-Māui Justin Carter says He Tātai Whetū is the first time that iwi have endorsed an arts and creativity strategy for the city.
“We did so because it recognised the historical neglect of Toi Māori and sought to return our stories to the built environment of Whakatū,” he says.
"We welcome this strategic and timely investment to give effect to that work as we prepare to host Te Matatini in 2027. It will enable us to leverage and deliver a wide range of opportunities to enhance our collective sense of place and belonging."
Better Off funding was provided to local councils for their part in the Three Waters reform process.
Other projects earmarked for Better Off funding, some of which are already underway, include the development of a new city centre playspace at Rutherford Park, lighting the Railway Reserve, developing iwi engagement capacity and a new winter creative tourism event.

Dogs on buses trial begins 
On April 1, eBus will begin a trial of large dogs on board. A successful trial was carried out recently by Auckland Council with Auckland Transport and we have followed their approach.  
To ensure everyone has an enjoyable trip, there are a couple of rules including:  
Your dog must be leashed and muzzled 
You can travel with your dog between 9am – 3pm, after 6.30pm and all day on weekends and public holidays 
Your small dog can go in a pet carrier or be muzzled 
Your dog travels free 
You are responsible for any mess your dog makes.  
This is a trial and as such it is really important for pet owners to stick to the rules if we want this to become a permanent fixture of our bus service. As it is a trial we will be accepting feedback from dog owners, and public transport users.  
For a full list of questions and answers, and a great video on how to muzzle train your dog visit: ebus.nz/using-ebus/dogs-on-ebus

Plan for Civic investment unveiled at City Centre Summit 
A transformative vision for the future of Whakatū Nelson was unveiled at a City Centre revitalisation summit held at the Trafalgar Centre on Tuesday 26 March, outlining a strategic case for investing in a new library and community hub, combined with a new civic centre to replace Civic House.
Faced with the costly and pressing reality of the increasing costs in maintaining Elma Turner Library and Civic House, both of which are nearing the end of their useable life, Council’s proposed solution tackles multiple issues in one concerted effort.
By combining a new library and community hub with civic offices, elected member facilities, and a customer service centre, this plan offers a strategic blend of innovation and practicality that endeavours to enhance service delivery, modernise essential infrastructure, and revitalise the city centre. 
The indicative business case underscores the urgency and potential inherent in pushing forward with a new civic investment, says Nigel Philpott, Nelson City Council Chief Executive.  
“We have a major challenge in respect of the facilities of both Nelson’s Civic House and Elma Turner Library. We have recently strengthened the library, extending its life by five to 10 years but a new facility will be required,” says Philpott.  
“Civic House requires major refurbishment or replacement and has not had any significant investment for 30 years. The potential of a combined library, community hub and civic centre is an exciting option. 
“These are early days in considering the future of the library and Civic House. We are releasing this report to provide transparency on one of the options – a combined library and civic centre. Any proposal needs to have broad community support and we would engage further before any decisions are taken." 
Drawing inspiration from successful initiatives in other communities like Taupo, Napier, and Ashburton, as well as developments closer to home in Motueka, Blenheim and Picton, the proposed project aims to create more than just a community library. By providing multifunctional spaces and modern amenities such as a sound studio and gaming centre, which were extremely popular with young people in Ashburton, the envisioned hub seeks to become a cornerstone of civic life. 
Read the full business case at nelson.govt.nz.
Streets for People
The first two stages of the Streets for People project in Nelson South have been completed. These included the installation of a raised table and pedestrian crossing on Motueka Street, and a shared pathway down Tipahi Street. 
A few years ago, students from Nelson College did a walk through some of the streets in Nelson South. They identified Motueka Street as a hazard, saying it was a particularly tough road to cross because the volume of traffic made it hard to safely step out and cross the road. As a result, Council included this section of road as part of our Streets for People programme proposal to Waka Kotahi. When Motueka Street re-opened with the raised table crossing, the same students joined Council officers at the crossing on Motueka Street, so they could be the first to use the new crossing and raised table that their feedback initiated.
Nelson College student Michael said: “With the new improvements, it's a lot easier for drivers to see pedestrians and for pedestrians to see drivers.” Streets for People is a Waka Kotahi funded programme that enables trial road layouts to improve safety on our streets. Once all the parts are in place, Council will be seeking feedback from the community before making any permanent changes.

Councillor’s Comment
Youth Council - softening the echo in our council chamber
 Nelson Youth Council is one of the most integrated youth councils in our country, engaging with Councillors in our meetings and workshops. Given space for questions, speaking rights and empowered to navigate the complexities of local government; this is more than a token gesture, but one of many necessary steps to keep us safe from the risks that accompany knowledge and experience.
 The best I’ve ever felt was immediately after having my wisdom teeth removed. My wife catching me before I wheeled myself down the hospital staircase is a memory we both hold very differently in our minds. Reality hits, and the euphoria gives way to agony, and the burning question of “why has my body done this to me” settles into my mind.
 Teeth have taught me something about growth: Sometimes it requires us to let go. Like teeth, we acquire knowledge and experience throughout our lives, and mostly it serves us well. Learning is a double-edged sword, with each new discovery offering the potential for future damage, a contextual mismatch in how we apply it, and a risk that we close our minds and become rigid.
 Our Council is incredibly fortunate to hold a broad range of experience and perspectives, and we test these together in a refreshingly healthy and constructive way. I frequently lean on the experience and insights of other Councillors and believe this serves our community well. Yet we must also remain aware of the risk that each of us carries and find ways to shield Council decisions from the inevitability of our blind spots.
 One opportunity that Council has taken up is through Nelson Youth Council. By empowering and enabling these 17 exceptional young people, we are welcoming the opportunity to be challenged and confronted with unfamiliar views and perspective. I am privileged to be Council’s liaison within Nelson Youth Council and am repeatedly inspired to be around these incredible leaders. Nelson’s Youth Councillors are sharp, engaged, and provide me with hope that our future is in safe hands.
Councillor James Hodgson

Maitai slip repair brought forward  
Repairs to the slip at the start of the Maitai Valley Road (Clouston Terrace/Nile Street intersection) will start on Monday 25 March as Nelson City Council continues its recovery work following the severe weather event in August 2022. 
The work is estimated to take around four months to complete and will mean the road goes back down to a single lane until the project is completed. Two-way traffic lights will be put in place. 
Group Manager Infrastructure Alec Louverdis says the appointed contractor advised Council that they are able to commence works earlier. 
“We’ve taken this opportunity to get on with the job now, so people in this area can get back to normal,” he says. 
“Getting started while the weather is still relatively dry will also give us an advantage and mean we can be finished sooner.” 
The majority of the work will focus on remedial works to the slip closest to the Maitai River, with minor works to the slip on the other side of the road that will include placing mesh across the front face. 
“Our goal throughout recovery has been to build back better, taking the opportunity to increase Nelson’s resilience in the event of another similar storm,” says Alec. 
The cost of the work is $1.5 million; 51% of this cost will be covered by NZTA Waka Kotahi.

Landfill improvements lead to 89% reduction in Council emissions 
Changes to the way methane gas is captured at landfill sites have helped reduce Nelson City Council’s greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) by 89% since 2017.
In 2020, Council started work to increase the number of methane ‘wells’ at landfill sites, raising the number from 20 to 50. A methane ‘well’ captures methane so that it can be reused or destroyed, preventing its release from the landfill into the atmosphere.
“We worked out that methane emissions from landfill were the primary source of GHG emitted by Council operations. Targeting our efforts here would give us very strong results and I am pleased to say we’ve achieved a pretty significant reduction,” says Group Manager Infrastructure Alec Louverdis.
Since the 2017/18 financial year, Council emissions have reduced from 72,904 tCO2 to 7,892 (FY 22/23).
“We’re not stopping there. We’re looking to use more of the methane captured at landfill in ways that ensure the gas is not released to the atmosphere. An example might be increasing the current supply to Nelson Hospital as an alternative heating solution.”
Crunching the numbers:
To measure Council’s emissions, we first had to identify the sources of greenhouse gases (GHG) across Council facilities such as waste, electricity, diesel, petrol, air travel, LPG, paper use, fertilizer use, accommodation, taxi, refrigerants, and emissions from the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP).  
This data is now collected yearly and forms the basis of our work to reduce Council operational emissions.
Council has adopted targets for Council’s own greenhouse gas emissions in line with national standards, which are split between biogenic methane emissions and all other GHG emissions.
The target for biogenic methane emissions is a 24-47% reduction by 2050. Work at our landfills means that we are currently achieving that target.
“This was an innovative approach to reducing Council’s emissions that’s brought about some significant results for Council,” says Climate Change Taskforce Chair Aaron Stallard.
“Tackling climate change at a local level will require buy-in from organisations and businesses right across Nelson and it’s important for Council to show leadership in this area.”
A Climate Change Advisory Group made up of community members and experts, and supported by Council, is developing a Climate Change Strategy and there will be wider community engagement on this later in the year. 
Editor’s Note: McHugh & Shaw Limited was engaged to conduct independent assurance of the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reported by Nelson City Council for the period of 1 July 2022 to 30 June 2023. The verification audit was completed during the months of January and February 2024. The report concluded that for this period GHG emissions were reduced by 89% (from the base year recordings of financial year 2017-18).

A very fishy success story
Inanga (Galaxias maculatus) are the most common native fish species caught as whitebait and are found in many of our Nelson streams.
Inanga spawning (or laying of eggs) happens during late summer and early autumn. The inanga look for grassy banks in the intertidal wedge of rivers and lay their eggs on a spring tide. 
In some of our Whakatū rivers, suitable habitat for inanga spawning has been degraded but we can help by creating temporary habitats. A few weeks ago, council staff installed hay bales in the lower Todd Valley Stream. 
Recently, Council staff returned to look for eggs after the spring tides. Staff were excited to find several eggs, in amongst the hay bales and in the banks. This is especially significant because, while we know there are inanga in the Todd Valley Stream, we haven’t found evidence of the spawning in 30 years. The eggs we found will now develop for 2-4 weeks. The next spring tide will activate hatching and carry the larvae out to sea to feed and grow. After six months, the inanga will migrate back to the freshwater as a juveniles (whitebait). They will stay in the lower parts of the river while they get used to freshwater and change into the adult form. Then move upstream in search of suitable habitat for rearing and so the cycle starts again.

Meetings
Council meeting
9am	4 Apr
Civil Defence Emergency Management Group - Emergency Operations Centre, 28 Oxford Street, Richmond
2.30pm	10 Apr
Saxton Field Committee - Heaphy and Wangapeka Rooms, Tasman District Council, 189 Queen Street, Richmond
9.30am	16 Apr
Joint Shareholders Committee - Tasman District Council Chamber, 189 Queen Street, Richmond
9.30am	16 Apr
Joint Nelson Tasman Regional Transport Committee - to deliberate on submissions to Regional Land Transport and Regional Public Transport Plans - Tasman District Council Chamber, 189 Queen Street, Richmond
9.30am	17 Apr
Joint Nelson Tasman Regional Transport Committee - to hear submissions to Joint Speed Management Plan (if required) - Tasman District Council Chamber, 189 Queen Street, Richmond
9.30am	29 Apr

Conewatch
Project name	Likely end date	Location	Benefit	
NZTA eBus Shelters & Solar Lighting 	January – End of April 	14 Different locations throughout Nelson 	To enhance patron experience & safety	
Saxton Creek Upgrade Stage 4 	Construction End of March 2024 | Planting / Landscaping September 2024 	Main Road, Stoke 	Flood mitigation 	
Maitai Flood Management 	March 2024 	Stormwater Backflow Prevention for 227 & 231B Nile Street and Level Sensors Installation for 15 locations around Nelson Central Business District 	Flood mitigation 	
Cable Bay Road Slip Repairs 	Feb 2024 –June 2024. Road Closures as required between 9am – 12pm and 1pm -3pm. Notifications by Community group txt from contractor with road closure dates for the week ahead. 	Cable Bay Road 6km towards beach 	To repair the Cable Bay Road damaged in the Aug 22 storm. 	
Slip 2 – 131/233 Brook Street Slip Remediation  	March – June 2024 	Brook Street at Coppermine Trail start near Blick Terrace  	Property protection  	
NRSBU Rising Main Duplication Section 5-7  	Section 5 in Heslops property starts in April 2024  	Kotua Place stoke / Heslops Property 	Improve network capacity and resilience  	
Tahuna Hills Stormwater Upgrade – Catchment 3 	January to May 2024 	Grenville Terrace, Days Track and Moncrief Ave 	Stormwater upgrade and geotechnical risk mitigation   	
Street for People – Hospital Connection  	Mid April 2024 	Nelson South – Motueka Street, Tipahi Street, Franklyn Street and Kawai Street 	Improve connectivity and safety for active mode transport 	
Trafalgar Centre Lighting Upgrade 	August 2024 	The Trafalgar Centre 	Lighting upgrade for televised sporting events to be held in Nelson without lighting hire being required 	

It’s On… at a Council venue near you
Saxton Field
Term 1 – Summer Social Hockey – Wednesday 21 February – Wednesday 27 March, 6pm – 8pm
Nelson Hockey Junior Program 1 – Thursday 22 February – Thursday 28 March, 3:45pm – 6:30pm
Red Cross First Aid Course – Saturday 6 – Sunday 7 April
Trafalgar Centre
Kaylee Bell – Thursday 28 March, 7:30pm
NBS Nelson Giants vs Franklin Bulls - Sunday 31 March, 6:30pm
NBS Nelson Giants vs Wellington Saints - Saturday 6 April, 4pm
NBS Nelson Giants vs Auckland Tuatara – Friday, 12 April, 7:30pm
NBS Nelson Giants vs Manawatū Jets – Wednesday 17 April, 7:30pm
Dragon – 50th Anniversary Tour – Saturday 20 April, 8pm
Founders Heritage Park
Hours: 10am – 4:30pm Daily
Marchfest – Saturday 6 April, 1pm – 9pm
Melrose House
Hours: Monday: 9am – 3pm, Tuesday to Sunday: 9am – 4pm, closed public holidays
Quilts, Lace & Embroidery – Thursday 4 – Friday 5 April, 10am – 3pm
Isel House and Park
Hours: Tuesday to Friday: 10am – 3pm, Saturday 12pm – 4m, Sunday and Monday - closed, closed public holidays
Isel Twilight Market – Thursdays until 4 April, 4.30pm until dark
Nelson Public Libraries:
Elma Turner Library
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 9:30am – 6pm
Wednesday: 10am – 6pm
Saturday: 10am – 4pm
Sunday: 1pm – 4pm
Small Times – Wednesdays until 10 April, 10:30am
Kōrero te reo Māori – Saturday 6 & 20 April, 10am – 11am
Research Room – Thursday 11 April & Tuesday 16 April
Nightingale Library Memorial 
Hours: Monday – Friday: 12pm – 4pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 1pm – 4pm
Nellie Knitters – 27 March & 3, 10, 15 & 24 April, 1pm – 4pm
Stoke Library
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 9:30am – 5:30pm
Wednesday: 10:00am – 5:30pm
Saturday: 10am – 1pm
Sunday: Closed
Reading to Odie – the therapy dog – Wednesdays until 10 April, 3:15pm – 4:15pm
Small Times at Stoke – Fridays until 12 April, 10:30am
Museums and Galleries:
Broadgreen House and Samuels Rose Gardens
Summer hours: 10:30am – 4:30pm Daily
The Suter Art Gallery & Theatre
Hours: 9:30am – 4:30pm Daily
Refinery ArtSpace 
Hours: Monday – Friday from 10am – 5pm, Saturday from 10am – 2pm
Exhibition: Frocked – Monday – Saturday until 13 April, during opening hours
Nelson Provincial Museum 
Hours: Weekdays from 10am – 5pm, Weekends & Public Holidays from 10am – 4:30pm
Animal Antics: The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards – Friday 15 December – Sunday 5 May, during opening hours
Te Hītori Aotūroa: Learning from Nature – Friday 15 December – Sunday 5 May, during opening hours