Green by Nature awarded Nelson City Council open spaces contract
Community23/01/2025 10:00am
Green spaces service company Green by Nature, formerly known as Recreational Services, has been selected to...
Nelson City Council to progress Annual Plan 2025/26
Services20/12/2024 4:17pm
Nelson City Council has voted to make no significant changes in its Annual Plan 2025/26 from...
Nelson City Council recognised for climate change progress
Environment06/12/2024 11:23am
Nelson City Council has been included in a report by the Office of the Auditor General...
Families move into six new Tōtara Street homes
Infrastructure06/12/2024 11:16am
Six Nelson families moved off the Government’s Housing Register in mid-November and into new Nelson Tasman...
Fluoride to be added to Nelson’s water supply at the direction of the Director-General of Health
Infrastructure06/12/2024 1:32am
Fluoride will be added to Nelson’s water supply by the end of 2024, at the direction...
New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty Nelson Opera in the Park returns
Events & Festivals05/11/2024 4:14am
Whakatū Nelson’s iconic New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty Nelson Opera in the Park returns in February...
Nelson City Council buys Customhouse building to enable Haven redevelopment
Community25/10/2024 12:02pm
Nelson City Council has purchased the Customhouse building on Haven Road to support its plans to...
Next phase for Bridge to Better project
Infrastructure23/10/2024 12:03pm
A developed design showcasing plans for a vibrant and pedestrian-friendly redesigned streetscape for Bridge Street has...
Nelson City Council tops customer satisfaction rates in 2023/24 resident surveys
Services07/10/2024 4:22pm
Nelson City Council’s 60% satisfaction rating in the 2023/24 residents’ survey is the highest overall satisfaction...
Nelson Mayor welcomes Govt grant for Tāhunanui Beach cleanup
Environment01/10/2024 10:24am
Nelson Mayor Nick Smith says he is relieved by today’s announcement of a $3.44 million Government...
Nelson Marina celebrates achieving Clean Marina accreditation
Community26/09/2024 5:32am
The Clean Marina flag can now fly proudly above Nelson Marina having achieved Clean Marina accreditation...
Council Seeks Expressions of Interest for Library, Community Hub, and Civic Centre Development
Infrastructure17/09/2024 10:20am
Nelson City Council is calling for expressions of interest (EOI) from interested parties for the development...
Māori ward retained by Nelson City Council
Community13/09/2024 10:22am
There were tears and waiata as Nelson City Council’s elected members unanimously voted to keep Nelson’s...
Amenity planting to get underway
Environment26/08/2024 1:55pm
A 20.5 ha area of steep land in the Matai Valley, previously used for commercial pine...
Nelson Surf Life Saving Club project gets $1.6 million boost
Community16/08/2024 2:11pm
Nelson Surf Life Saving Club has been allocated $1.6 million from Surf Life Saving New Zealand,...
Pragmatism and partnership hallmarks of Nelson’s recovery at second anniversary
Infrastructure16/08/2024 1:27am
Nelson City Council is well advanced in its recovery work from the August 2022 weather event...
Removal of contaminated sawdust from Tāhunanui’s Back Beach set to begin
Environment13/08/2024 3:37pm
Work to remove contaminated sawdust and sand from Tāhunanui’s Back Beach and restore the site with...
Te Tauihu leaders welcome possibility of a standalone NMIT
Community02/08/2024 10:42am
Leaders of three Councils, eight iwi, two Chambers of Commerce and two Economic Development Agencies across...
Community Leisure Management Ltd selected to manage Saxton Field Facilities
Community29/07/2024 10:19am
Following a comprehensive tender process, Community Leisure Management Ltd (CLM) has been jointly chosen by Nelson...
Plan Change 29 - Next Steps
Environment17/07/2024 4:09am
Nelson City Council has reviewed all submissions and further submissions received on the proposed plan change...
Minister signs Nelson storm recovery deal
Infrastructure16/07/2024 3:14pm
Minister for Emergency Management and Recovery Mark Mitchell has seen firsthand the recovery work underway in...
Nelson's Railway Reserve shines bright: $1.9 million lighting project complete
Infrastructure11/07/2024 11:35am
A project to light up 7.6 kilometres of the Railway Reserve is now complete.
New Saltwater Creek bridge connects water and land through toi Māori design
09/07/2024 1:52pm
A much-anticipated new Saltwater Creek bridge with artwork designed by toi Māori artist Fayne Robinson has...
Housing Reserve grant approved for Tipahi Street development
Community14/06/2024 11:51am
The Community Housing Acceleration Taskforce has approved a Housing Reserve Grant of $200,000 to Habitat for...
Opportunity knocks: Leveraging Council-owned properties to boost City Centre revitalisation
Infrastructure14/06/2024 1:46am
Nelson City Council will soon be calling for Expressions of Interest (EOI) for three City Centre...
Nelson City Council polls public support for companion cat nuisance management
Environment10/06/2024 3:35am
Nelson City Council is considering a cat management bylaw as a way of addressing some of...
Bins to be rationalised as Nelson’s parks and reserves move toward waste-free future
Services07/06/2024 4:23pm
Nelson City Council is removing bins from some of its parks and reserves following a review...
Government’s Maori Wards bill opposed by Nelson City Council
Services31/05/2024 12:51pm
Nelson City Council Deputy Mayor Rohan O’Neill-Stevens and Chief Executive Nigel Philpott have co-signed a submission...
Nelson Council and WSP take top honours at Āpōpō Asset Management Awards
Infrastructure29/05/2024 5:00pm
Nelson City Council and WSP have won Āpōpō’s Supreme Award for developing a Kaupapa Māori Asset...
Nelson City Council and Ngāti Koata sign 10-year recreation access agreement
Environment23/05/2024 1:30pm
Nelson as a world-class mountain biking destination is the vision for a new access agreement signed...
Long Term Plan deliberations to get underway
Services21/05/2024 10:40am
Nelson City Council’s elected members begin deliberations on the Long Term Plan 2024-2034 (LTP) on Thursday...
Council-owned Brook Street homes up for sale
Infrastructure02/05/2024 3:18pm
The 10 Nelson City Council-owned Brook Street homes at risk from landslips have gone up for...
Brook Waimārama Sanctuary takes over the management of the Brook Valley campground
Community29/04/2024 4:04pm
Nelson City Council and the Brook Waimārama Sanctuary Trust (BWST) are pleased to announce that the...
Reconstruct: trial to recycle construction waste
Infrastructure26/04/2024 9:58am
Nelson City Council and Nelson Environment Centre (NEC) are launching a trial project to tackle the...
Two-way option chosen for transformation of Bridge Street
Infrastructure12/04/2024 12:09pm
A new street layout as part of the upgrade of Bridge Street has been approved at...
Council purchases Brook Street properties affected by slips from public land
Infrastructure03/04/2024 2:42pm
Nelson City Council has purchased 10 properties in the Brook Street area that were at risk...
Council embarks on another recovery project
Infrastructure28/03/2024 3:13pm
Council are continuing with recovery repairs from the August 2022 weather event, with work to...
Two buildings with one stone: indicative business case unveiled for combined library, community hub and civic centre
Services28/03/2024 1:30pm
A transformative vision for the future of Whakatū Nelson was unveiled at a City Centre revitalisation...
Long Term Plan 2024-2034 open for consultation
Community28/03/2024 1:00pm
Nelson City Council has opened public consultation on its Long Term Plan 2024-2034 (LTP) consultation document....
Nelson City Council sesquicentennial celebrations begin
Events & Festivals28/03/2024 9:21am
Nelson City Council begins its 150th sesquicentennial celebrations at the end of this month, marking a...
Nelson’s Arts Strategy gets funding boost
Community22/03/2024 11:50am
He Tātai Whetū, Nelson’s Arts and Creativity Strategy, has benefitted from an injection of funding for...
Additional commissioner appointed to Plan Change 29 hearing panel
Environment15/03/2024 9:34am
Nelson City Council has appointed Michael Parsonson, an experienced resource management practitioner and RMA commissioner, as...
Nelson City Council to explore fresh options for central city sites
Community28/02/2024 1:27am
Development of Nelson City Council-owned sites on Achilles Avenue and Rutherford Street will take a different...
Vital Cable Bay slip repair work underway
Infrastructure16/02/2024 2:05pm
Nelson City Council has started work to restore full access to Cable Bay Road, fixing three...
Media release: Plan Change 29 open for further submissions
Environment12/02/2024 4:17pm
Nelson City Council is now accepting further submissions on existing submissions made to Plan Change 29...
Council housing reserve supports five new rental homes in Stoke
Infrastructure02/02/2024 2:35am
In a Nelson City Council meeting on 9 November 2023, elected members agreed a Housing Reserve...
Elma Turner Library welcomes community in full reopening
Community17/01/2024 11:13am
Nelson City Council is delighted to welcome our community back into Elma Turner Library as it...
Precautions needed in Nelson reserves as fire risk rises
Environment15/01/2024 3:09pm
Due to recent drying winds and low rainfall, the fire risk across our region is increasing,...
Long, hot, summer means fire risk an issue for Nelson
Environment22/12/2023 1:23pm
NIWA is forecasting a long, hot, dry summer, with heightened risk of drought and fire...
Tāhunanui contaminated sawdust update: Plans for removal progress; remediation options under development
Environment15/12/2023 2:45pm
Plans for the removal of the contaminated sawdust pile at Tāhunanui are on track, with works...
Elma Turner Library to reopen in full in January
Community07/12/2023 11:58am
Elma Turner Library will open to full capacity in January, marking the end of almost two...
Nelson City Council maintains AA/A-1+ credit rating with a stable outlook
Services24/11/2023 11:43am
S&P Global’s credit rating report for Nelson City Council highlights the effect of increased inflation, supply...
Ideas for a Bridge Street brew
Infrastructure20/11/2023 1:46pm
Beth and Nick Schryvers are the co-owners of Victus Café, which was named Outstanding Café in...
Cycleway golf link completed in time for summer
Infrastructure10/11/2023 4:48pm
After 10 years and four projects, the final Nelson section of the Great Taste Trail has...
Yusuf Corten: let’s bring more colour to our streets
Infrastructure10/11/2023 12:50pm
When Yusuf Corten was looking to start a new business, he travelled all over New Zealand...
A better city for all ages?
Infrastructure10/11/2023 1:02am
Revitalising the inner city through the Bridge to Better project has the potential to make Nelson...
Council offers to buy a number of Brook Street properties affected by slips from public land
Infrastructure08/11/2023 12:32pm
Nelson City Council is in discussions with property owners over the possible purchase of a number...
Right Tree Right Place Taskforce recommends a smart transition for forestry
Environment06/11/2023 4:26pm
A set of holistic recommendations for the future of Council commercial forestry in Nelson that calls...
Saxton internationals to go ahead as Council seeks alcohol compromise
Community26/10/2023 2:27pm
Elected Members on Thursday, 26 October, approved an exemption to the Saxton Field Management Plan to...
Nelson City Council agrees to government recovery support package
Infrastructure19/10/2023 1:34am
Nelson City Council elected members agreed on Thursday, 19 October 2023, to a cost-sharing package with...
Adapt and thrive: Chris Wilkinson’s retail blueprint
Infrastructure25/09/2023 3:22pm
Chris Wilkinson from First Retail Group Limited is acting as a commercial liaison between Bridge Street...
Bridge to Better – revitalising Nelson’s city centre
Infrastructure22/09/2023 2:18pm
When it comes to Nelson’s city centre, what does ‘better’ look like for you?
Mayor's Office Media Release: Nelson City Council agrees in principle to government recovery funding
Infrastructure15/09/2023 3:19am
Nelson City Council elected members agreed in principle yesterday, 14 September 2023, to a cost-sharing package...
Nelson City Council to host Plan Change 29 community meetings
Environment14/09/2023 4:00pm
Nelson City Council will host a series of informative neighbourhood meetings and an online webinar aimed...
Plan Change 29 submission time extended
Community08/09/2023 2:31pm
Nelson City Council has extended the deadline for submissions to Plan Change 29 (PC29) in response...
$1.6 million in grant funding awarded to three Nelson projects
Infrastructure08/09/2023 11:48am
Three Nelson City Council projects have received a combined $1.6 million in the most recent round...
Public meeting scheduled to discuss Plan Change 29
Community04/09/2023 4:32pm
A public meeting will be held on Thursday, 7 September, at the Trafalgar Centre northern extension...
Recovery funding of $12.3m announced for Nelson
Infrastructure01/09/2023 1:52pm
Central government has offered a package of recovery measures for Nelson following the severe weather event...
“Nelson deserves equal treatment”: one year on from the August floods
Infrastructure17/08/2023 12:38pm
Steady local progress in the recovery from the August 2022 floods needs to be backed up...
Greater housing choice proposed for Nelson
Environment07/08/2023 5:23pm
Nelson City Council’s elected members will decide whether to progress notification of Housing Plan Change 29...
Council seeking urgent remediation for contaminated sawdust at Tāhunanui's back beach
Environment04/08/2023 12:34pm
Nelson City Council is seeking to urgently remediate and then remove contaminated sawdust found at Tāhunanui’s...
Haere rā NBus, Nau mai, haere mai eBus
Infrastructure02/08/2023 4:30am
Three additional routes, 100 new bus stops, 17 electric buses and almost 22,000 more people within...
eBus OnDemand – Stoke: download the app now
Community27/07/2023 10:28am
The app for Stoke’s new OnDemand bus service is now available on the Apple and Google...
Elma Turner Library welcomes community into expanded space
Community26/07/2023 12:10pm
Nelson City Council is pleased to welcome our community into the expanded Elma Turner Library as...
Moana Avenue made safer
Infrastructure20/07/2023 2:58pm
The project to protect a section of Moana Avenue to ensure the safety of residents after...
The feels on the bus
Infrastructure20/07/2023 10:08am
There’s few people better informed about Nelson’s new eBus service than local enthusiast Ryan Turner-Maxwell.
International cricket returns to Saxton Oval
Community18/07/2023 3:19pm
Get ready to party at Saxton Oval – the BLACKCAPS and WHITE FERNS are coming back...
Stars align for Te Huihui-o-Matariki in Whakatū Nelson
Events & Festivals30/06/2023 3:58pm
Nelson’s Te Huihui-o-Matariki commemorations this year will be our biggest yet, with Taku Kara Tīpuna, the...
Funding for eight new affordable rental properties approved
Community28/06/2023 8:37am
Nelson City Council has approved $1.2 million in grant funding from Phase Three of its Housing...
Use of flail mowers restricted due to safety risk
Environment23/06/2023 3:52pm
Nelson City Council is limiting the areas where flail (or reach arm) mowers can be used...
Bus batteries – next stop sustainability
Infrastructure23/06/2023 3:49pm
If you were to open the engine bay of one of Nelson Tasman’s new electric buses...
Annual Plan adopted as Council seeks to cushion impact of cost-of-living crisis
Services22/06/2023 3:43pm
Nelson City Council’s Annual Plan 2023/24 has been adopted by elected members at a Council meeting...
Stoke to get bigger and better New World following land swap
Infrastructure19/06/2023 11:36am
A land swap between Nelson City Council and Foodstuffs South Island has paved the way for...
Stoke bus interchange decision made at Hearings Panel
Infrastructure16/06/2023 4:40pm
The location of the new bus interchange in Stoke will be outside the Turf Hotel on...
Damaged roof trusses add costs and delay to Elma Turner Library reopening, further section opening planned
Community07/06/2023 3:46pm
New structural damage found in the roof trusses of Elma Turner Library during the process of...
Extent of contaminated material at Back Beach being investigated
Environment06/06/2023 2:43pm
Nelson City Council is urgently investigating the extent of contaminated material found after routine testing of...
Big bill for landslips remediation work
Infrastructure15/05/2023 12:25pm
Fixing the 18 landslips on Council land from the August storm to a standard that reduces...
Council land purchase to support bus hub
Infrastructure09/05/2023 2:49pm
Nelson City Council has purchased 41 Halifax Street, adjacent to Millers Acre, for $970,000 to support...
Weather update Tuesday May 9 2023
Infrastructure09/05/2023 10:14am
Latest weather update as of 10:47am
Working together to enable recreational access in Nelson
Community24/04/2023 12:36pm
Discussions between Ngāti Koata and Nelson City Council about securing access to land with a high...
Nelson’s Annual Plan aims to build resilience to severe weather events
Infrastructure28/03/2023 4:03pm
Significant recovery costs from August 2022’s severe weather event are one of the key changes in...
Nelson gains port of entry status for recreational craft
Services27/03/2023 4:17pm
International recreational boaties can now arrive in Nelson after the marina gained port of entry status...
Annual Plan Consultation Document goes to Council on Thursday
Services20/03/2023 4:16pm
Nelson City Council will consider proposals for a 7.2% average rate increase, in line with inflation,...
Nelson Tasman’s new buses are delayed – but it’s a service worth waiting for
Services20/03/2023 2:48pm
Nelson Tasman’s brand-new bus service will now start on August 1 due to a delay in...
The work of recovery continues – stabilisation of Moana Avenue and completion of geotechnical assessments
Infrastructure16/03/2023 3:49pm
Work will start at the beginning of April to enable Moana Avenue to return to two...
Rutherford Street stormwater upgrade completed ahead of schedule
Infrastructure02/03/2023 4:54am
Stormwater resilience in Nelson took a huge leap over the past six months, with work to...
Nelson City Council appoints new Chief Executive
Community27/02/2023 12:09pm
Māpua resident and Primary ITO Chief Executive Nigel Philpott has been appointed to lead Nelson City...
Elma Turner's 'small but mighty' Pop-up Library just got bigger
Services25/01/2023 3:49pm
Nelson City Council is delighted to announce the Elma Turner Pop-up Library extended into the Maitai...
Night works on our roads for essential maintenance
Infrastructure19/12/2022 12:20pm
As we undertake essential work on our roads, we appreciate it can be very disruptive for...
Waimea Road to open before Christmas
Infrastructure14/12/2022 11:23am
The crews working on Waimea Road and Rutherford Street have made great progress in recent weeks....
Financial relief proposed for Nelsonians affected by August storm event
Services13/12/2022 3:31pm
Nelson City Council will decide on Thursday (15 December) whether to approve two proposals designed to...
Nelson awarded $5m from Waka Kotahi to improve cycling connections
Infrastructure05/12/2022 10:45am
Nelson's cycling and walking network will be boosted by improved east-west connections due to a $5m...
Nelson City Council maintains AA/A-1+ credit rating with a stable outlook
05/12/2022 10:41am
S&P Global’s credit rating report for Nelson City Council outlines the financial balancing act required to...
More financial assistance needed for those affected by slips and flooding
Services28/11/2022 5:34pm
The Nelson Tasman Mayoral Relief Fund has distributed $691,833.53 to around 230 individuals, families and businesses...
Nelson City Council appoints Interim Chief Executive
Community24/11/2022 3:02pm
Nelson Mayor Nick Smith today announced the appointment of Lindsay McKenzie as Interim Chief Executive (CE)...
Library Taskforce recommends $1.4m urgent strengthening for Elma Turner Library
Services21/11/2022 4:36am
On Thursday 24 November, Nelson City Council will consider a recommendation from the Library Reopening Taskforce...
Repair, Reconnect, Recover – how Nelson’s water supply was secured
Infrastructure15/11/2022 11:54am
Three months on from the devastating August severe weather, the main break in the Maitai Raw...
Local sponsorship secured for Nelson’s Opera in the Park
Events & Festivals09/11/2022 8:44am
A locally owned real estate company has become a major sponsor for Nelson’s largest community concert...
Mayor proposes new $46m library project is put on hold
Services08/11/2022 1:58pm
New Nelson Mayor Nick Smith will put to the first Nelson City Council meeting on Thursday...
Proposed Council structure follows Mayor’s governance reset
Services08/11/2022 12:55pm
New Nelson Mayor Nick Smith is proposing a new Council structure that allows for a closer...
Nelson/Blenheim flight trial extended for full SH6 closure
Services01/11/2022 10:10am
Flights between Nelson and Blenheim will continue for the full seven-week State Highway 6 closure, it...
Nelson/Blenheim flight service secured for SH6 closure
Infrastructure25/10/2022 5:00pm
Nelson Mayor Nick Smith has worked with local company Originair to set up a morning and...
Nelson City Council faces repair bill between $40m - $60m for August 2022 weather event
Infrastructure20/10/2022 2:10pm
Nelson City Council’s incoming elected members’ first item of business was a briefing and bus tour...
Mayoral Relief Fund extended and open to those affected by SH6 closure
Community13/10/2022 5:24pm
The Mayoral Relief fund has been extended to allow more time for people affected by the...
$36 million Infrastructure Acceleration Funding to support 1000 more homes in the City
Infrastructure13/10/2022 2:04pm
Nelson City Council has been awarded $36m of grant funding from the Government's Infrastructure Acceleration Fund...
Do you dig it? Draft Urban Greening Strategy (DUGS) approved
Environment06/10/2022 3:12pm
The Draft Urban Greening Strategy sets out a vision to make Nelson a greener, healthier, and...
Stars align for Nelson’s new arts strategy
Community06/10/2022 10:49am
A new arts and creativity strategy has been officially adopted to help Whakatū Nelson realise its...
A helping hand for homeowners affected by August weather event: Rates remission approved
Services03/10/2022 11:57am
Property owners with red and yellow placards that have been unable to access their homes for...
A new home for an expanded bus service
Infrastructure03/10/2022 10:58am
Waiting for the bus in Nelson is set to become a more comfortable experience with elected...
What next for Elma Turner Library?
Infrastructure03/10/2022 10:55am
Nelson City councillors have received an update on work to fully reopen Elma Turner Library after...
Taonga Tuku Iho: Nelson’s heritage strategy renamed and revamped
Community30/09/2022 11:30am
A strategy approved by Council Tuesday updates Whakatū Nelson’s approach to preserving our heritage and collective...
Ngāti Koata and Council working together on recreation access
Community30/09/2022 11:26am
Nelson City Council’s Community and Recreation Committee agreed on Thursday, 15 September, to continue working with...
It's electrifying! Nelson-Tasman's bus service is going electric
Infrastructure23/09/2022 12:56pm
More frequent, more environmentally friendly, and more widespread is the promise of a new contract awarded...
Lessons learned from the construction of Pūtangitangi Greenmeadows Centre, have changed Nelson City Council processes for the better
Infrastructure21/09/2022 4:14am
An external review into the construction of Pūtangitangi Greenmeadows Centre provides a detailed and comprehensive assessment...
Nelson Marina Masterplan: a modern facility for a coastal city
Services20/09/2022 3:36pm
A masterplan that will transform Nelson Marina into a modern, world-class facility for both boaties and...
Impact of new flood data and modelling on library development to be considered
Community20/09/2022 3:16pm
Nelson City Councillors will consider updated flood modelling information that impacts the inner city and Maitai...
Nelson Whakatū organisations united in call for a space where our community can connect
Community15/09/2022 12:43pm
Leaders across Nelson Whakatū have strongly endorsed the need for city investment that builds greater community...
Milestone reached on Awatea Place pump station project
Infrastructure14/09/2022 5:12am
A new pump station with the capacity to receive wastewater from the whole of the Tāhunanui...
Nelson’s award-winning active travel project to be extended with $1.4m funding
Infrastructure14/09/2022 4:32am
Walking and cycling in Nelson South will receive a huge boost after Waka Kotahi awarded $1.4m...
Funding allocated for 25 new affordable rental properties
Community05/09/2022 11:06am
Nelson City Council has approved $2 million in grant funding from Phase Two of its Housing...
Three Waters Better Off Funding: projects across Nelson to benefit
Infrastructure27/08/2022 9:23am
A City Centre playground, lighting on the Railway Reserve, and Nelson’s arts community could all benefit...
Help for the big clean-up
Community22/08/2022 4:08pm
While the weather for the rest of the week is looking mixed, there are periods of...
Nelson severe rain event - FAQ
Community20/08/2022 6:25am
Advice and answers to some of the most common questions we are receiving at our Customer...
Nelson Tasman Mayoral relief fund open for donations
Community19/08/2022 4:12am
Following a government contribution of $200,000 to the Nelson Tasman Mayoral Relief Fund yesterday (Thursday 18...
Use Our Loos: A New Zealand first that recognises when you’ve got to go, you’ve got to go
Community15/08/2022 11:54am
Nelson City Council is launching a new initiative to make more clean, safe and accessible toilets...
Candidates for the 2022 Nelson City Council local election announced
Community12/08/2022 4:55am
A total of 42 candidates are standing for election to Nelson City Council, with seven standing...
An exciting purchase with an eye to a people-focussed future
Community04/08/2022 5:05am
Nelson City Council has purchased the bus depot on Bridge Street with a view to turning...
New parking strategy takes community feedback onboard
Infrastructure04/08/2022 5:02am
Nelson's new Parking Strategy 2022 has been adopted by the Infrastructure Committee, with some key changes...
Sale of land to create homes for six families in need of housing
Community02/08/2022 12:30pm
Nelson Tasman Housing Trust is set to transform Totara Street with six new homes following the...
A Pop-Up Library close to home: Elma Turner Library to partially reopen following urgent work on ceiling tiles
Community15/07/2022 2:42pm
Nelson City Council plans to reopen part of Elma Turner Library on Monday 25 July 2022,...
Three Waters: Council sends submission informed by community feedback
Infrastructure12/07/2022 4:45pm
Key themes such as local governance, local ownership, and protection against privatisation are included in Nelson...
Whakatū Nelson Arts and Creativity Strategy: realising our creative potential together
Community29/06/2022 1:53am
Would you like more art in the streets, laneways, and parks of our city? How about...
E Tū Whakatū: an active travel strategy to get Nelson moving
Infrastructure23/06/2022 3:43am
A safer, more widespread network for walking and cycling is at the heart of E Tū...
Three Waters reform: it’s now time to make a submission
Infrastructure22/06/2022 4:26pm
• Take part in Council’s submission to central government
• Come to a Three Waters public meeting
Preparing for climate change: feedback sought on shared community values
Environment22/06/2022 11:00am
Nelson City Council is seeking to learn more about the values we share as a coastal...
Future Development Strategy recommendations refine Nelson Tasman growth objectives
Infrastructure17/06/2022 10:24am
Deliberation hearings on the Nelson-Tasman Future Development Strategy 2022-2052 (FDS) have now concluded.
‘It’s been a privilege’: Nelson City Council Chief Executive will not apply for next five-year term
Services14/06/2022 2:57am
Nelson City Council will be seeking a new chief executive after current Chief Executive Pat Dougherty...
Nelson Marina sets off on voyage to a community-focused future
Services09/06/2022 2:47pm
A draft Masterplan that sets out Nelson City Council’s plans to transform Nelson Marina into a...
Elma Turner Library to temporarily close due to earthquake-related concerns
Community09/06/2022 11:37am
Nelson City Council has decided to temporarily close Elma Turner Library from today (Thursday 9 June)...
Infrastructure for the future: Rutherford stormwater upgrade offers a vital layer of protection
Infrastructure26/05/2022 3:01am
Work on a major stormwater upgrade on Rutherford Street will start mid-July, bringing a substantial improvement...
Nelson City Council updates 5,500 LIMs following new information on natural hazards and the Atawhai Closed Landfill
Environment24/05/2022 3:23pm
Nelson City Council has new and updated information after it commissioned a series of independent, region-wide...
Founders Annual Book Fair is back for 2022
Events & Festivals20/05/2022 3:40am
A bounty of books awaits you at the Founders Annual Book Fair, opening on Queen’s Birthday...
Nine projects funded to help reduce waste to landfill
Environment19/05/2022 3:31am
Nine innovative waste minimisation projects led by Nelson businesses, community groups, and schools will share $42,000...
Nelson project through to final stage of Infrastructure Acceleration Fund
Infrastructure17/05/2022 3:35pm
A Nelson City Council project designed to help increase housing supply in the City Centre has...
Nelson City Council issues Earthquake Prone Business notices for Civic House
Infrastructure13/05/2022 3:45pm
Council, in its Territorial Authority role, has issued two Earthquake Prone Building (EPB) Notices that apply...
What’s the hubbub? A new place for fun and exercise in the Maitai Valley
Community13/05/2022 2:51pm
Whether you’re on foot, bike, or carrying your golf bag, there’s something for everyone at the...
Stars align for Te Huihui-o-Matariki in Whakatū Nelson
Events & Festivals12/05/2022 11:51am
Nelson will celebrate its first Matariki public holiday with a community festival on Friday 24 June...
Whakatū Nelson’s largest mural set to wow
Community28/04/2022 3:27pm
A new mural, depicting Nelson’s aquatic wildlife across its impressive 420m2 span, has brought an unexpected...
2021/22 Eelco Boswijk Civic Awards honour Nelson’s community champions
Community26/04/2022 11:04am
After a year-long delay due to pandemic restrictions on event numbers, the winners of the 2021/22...
Opening up possibilities: Mobi-Mat makes Tāhunanui Beach more accessible
Community14/04/2022 2:04pm
Caleb Harcus and his son, Ethan, trialled a new Mobi-Mat at Tāhunanui on Monday, a device...
Nelson City Council's Housing Reserve hits the ground running
Community13/04/2022 1:03pm
Council has approved $1.85 million in grant funding from Phase One of its Housing Reserve to...
Opportunity: A new business in a heritage building
Infrastructure12/04/2022 3:39pm
Nelson City Council is looking to sell or lease the iconic building known as The Anchor...
Bespoke solution: Pride bike shelters safe and inclusive
Infrastructure31/03/2022 5:49pm
Councillors have resolved to progress with the installation of pride decals on both the Trafalgar Street...
More waste, less haste – successful trial of solar-compacting bin in Nelson’s central city
Services29/03/2022 9:30am
Results from a Nelson City Council and Spark New Zealand joint trial of a ‘smart’ solar-compacting...
Vaccine passes at Council facilities under the simplified COVID-19 Protection Framework: RED
Community25/03/2022 1:54am
Vaccine passes will no longer be required at all of Nelson City Council’s facilities from April...
Have your say on art and creativity in Whakatū
Community17/03/2022 11:50am
Nelson City Council is leading the development of a new strategy to support the growth of...
Nelson City Council agrees to move forward with the next steps in adopting its Annual Plan for 2022/23
Community11/03/2022 1:01pm
Nelson City Council has voted not to consult on the Annual Plan 2022/23, as it has...
Pressing play on Future Development Strategy public consultation
Infrastructure09/03/2022 4:39pm
Public Consultation is about to begin on Tasman District and Nelson City Councils’ joint Future Development...
The flax that binds us: Modellers’ Pond park gifted name Te Pā Harakeke
Community04/03/2022 12:52pm
Te Kaunihera o Whakatū (Nelson City Council) kaumātua have gifted a name to the park being...
Rent relief part of support package for Nelson hospitality sector
Community25/02/2022 1:57pm
Nelson City Council is extending rent relief for outdoor dining, street stallholders and concession holders until...
Native fish rescue mission at Nelson's Modellers Pond
Services21/02/2022 4:03am
Native fish, including eel (tuna) and whitebait (inanga), have been relocated from the Modellers Pond to...
Flexible and fast: reducing COVID-19 impacts on Council budgets and projects
Infrastructure17/02/2022 2:15am
Nelson City Council voted unanimously on Thursday 17 February to create a dedicated COVID-19 fund to...
Nelson City Council retains AA/A-1+ credit rating, noting prudent financial management
Services04/02/2022 11:05am
Credit rating agency S&P Global has affirmed Nelson City Council’s AA long-term and A-1 short-term credit...
Saxton Field road named after former Richmond, Tasman and Nelson Mayor.
Community03/02/2022 4:34am
The previously unnamed road through the Saxton Field Complex has been officially named Kerry Marshall Drive...
Nelson-Tasman launches Welcoming Communities programme
Community29/01/2022 1:35am
Nelson and Tasman councils will be able to make the region an even more welcoming place...
Nelson City Council facilities under COVID-19 Protection Framework: RED
Services24/01/2022 4:30am
Safe access to Nelson City Council’s facilities will work differently from Monday 24 January, as all...
Future Development Strategy feedback breaks ground in identifying new sites
Infrastructure17/01/2022 2:19am
Feedback received during early engagement on the Nelson Tasman 2021-2051 Future Development Strategy (FDS) has helped...
Community organisations receive $200,000 in COVID-19 relief from Council
Community30/12/2021 10:11am
Nelson City Council has allocated the full funding available from its COVID-19 emergency fund created in...
At Nelson Marina, change is afloat
Infrastructure22/12/2021 11:44am
As Nelson Marina embarks on its journey to become a modern destination for boat users and...
'Innovating Streets for People – Nelson South' project recognised again as a leading example
Infrastructure22/12/2021 4:19am
The community road safety project has earned Nelson City Council the Traffic Institute of New Zealand’s...
High demand and staff shortages cause consenting delays
Environment15/12/2021 3:15am
Along with other councils across the country, Nelson City Council’s resource consent and building consent teams...
Three Waters reform: opportunity to engage in 2022
Infrastructure09/12/2021 11:56am
Nelson City Council and the public will be able to make submissions to the Water Services...
Council launches Climate Action Plan
Environment09/12/2021 11:29am
In a council meeting on Tuesday 23 November 2021, elected members voted to adopt Nelson City...
Nelson rating revaluation shows significant growth in property values
Services09/12/2021 10:10am
A presentation detailing Nelson’s three-yearly revaluation review by Nelson City Council’s external valuation service provider, Quotable...
Huge public support for Te Ara ō Whakatū – a vision for Nelson’s city centre
Community08/12/2021 4:44am
Submissions to Nelson City Council’s City Centre Spatial Plan – Te Ara ō Whakatū – have...
COVID-19 at Orange: access to public libraries update
Services05/12/2021 2:40am
With more COVID-19 cases announced in our community this week, Nelson City Council will be changing...
Nelson City Council facilities under the new COVID-19 Protection Framework
Services30/11/2021 4:26am
Safe access to Nelson City Council’s facilities will work differently from Friday, 3 December in line...
Work underway for Maitai Recreation Hub
Community30/11/2021 2:08am
Nelson City Council has begun the development of the Maitai Recreation Hub at the Waahi Taakaro...
Spreading festive cheer
Community29/11/2021 3:20pm
It’s starting to feel like Christmas, as Nelson City Council’s annual festive decorations go up throughout...
Road closed? Here’s why that’s actually a good thing
Infrastructure29/11/2021 2:07am
Increasing the safety of road workers is at the heart of recent changes to traffic management...
Modeller’s Pond redevelopment underway before Christmas
Infrastructure26/11/2021 10:07am
Work on redeveloping the Modeller’s Pond into a new family-friendly park will be split into two...
Stoke Youth Park open for action
Community26/11/2021 4:37am
Skaters, ballers, bongo players, coffee connoisseurs and hammock lovers unite – the Stoke Youth Park is...
Nelson Plan to pause due to reform uncertainties but housing work to continue
Environment24/11/2021 2:52am
Nelson City Council has decided to pause the release of the Whakamahere Whakatū Nelson Plan for...
Rent relief extended for Nelson’s hospitality sector
Community18/11/2021 2:37am
Nelson City Council will continue rent relief for outdoor dining, street stallholders and concession holders until...
Celebrating summer in Whakatū Nelson
Events & Festivals18/11/2021 2:25am
Despite the challenges presented by the COVID-19 restrictions, Nelson City Council and the region’s event organisers...
A solid foundation: subdivision resource consent increase points to future housing supply increase
Infrastructure09/11/2021 3:40am
Resource consents for subdivisions in Nelson are up by 15%, an encouraging sign for future increases...
Urban Environments Bylaw review
Environment08/11/2021 12:43pm
Nelson City Council has reviewed its Urban Environments Bylaw 2015 (No.225) as part of a regular...
Proposal for city centre social and affordable housing up for approval
Infrastructure26/10/2021 12:30pm
Nelson City Council will decide at Thursday’s Council meeting (28 October) whether to progress with plans...
Envisioning a City For All Ages
Community22/10/2021 3:10pm
By 2040, approximately one-third of Nelson’s population is expected to be over 65 years old and...
Mixed voting model decided for Whakatū Nelson
Community22/10/2021 10:24am
Whakatū Nelson will move forward with a plan for a new, mixed voting two-ward model for...
Four Nelson housing projects into next round of Infrastructure Acceleration Fund
Infrastructure19/10/2021 2:23am
Efforts to increase housing supply in Nelson took a step forward last week after four out...
Where do we grow from here? A new Future Development Strategy for Nelson Tasman
Infrastructure12/10/2021 12:20pm
Nelson and Tasman residents will soon have an opportunity to suggest sites for future housing and...
The fire risk in your back pocket: how to dispose of lithium-ion batteries
Infrastructure12/10/2021 3:30am
Lithium-ion (LI) batteries, like the ones found in many personal electronic devices including smartphones, contain hazardous...
Nelson City Council activates Housing Reserve for rapid affordable housing response
Infrastructure05/10/2021 4:40am
Responding to the urgent need for housing in Nelson, Phase One of Nelson City Council’s Housing...
Flood Mitigation Plan for new library shows manageable flood risk at riverside precinct site
Infrastructure28/09/2021 10:08am
Further flood modelling on initial concept drawings of the proposed new Nelson Central Library has shown...
Making the most of our Marina
24/09/2021 4:21am
A report that will form the basis of future plans for Nelson’s Marina was approved for...
More work to be done - Nelson’s transport report card
Infrastructure24/09/2021 2:04am
Nelson City Council has assessed a range of transport targets and come back with a detailed...
Nelson City Council seeks public feedback on next stages of Draft Whakamahere Whakatū Nelson Plan
Environment21/09/2021 9:31am
Nelson City Council is looking for public feedback on three topics of the Draft Whakamahere Whakatū...
Three Waters - Where things stand
Infrastructure20/09/2021 4:27am
Nelson City Council will consider a report on the Three Waters reforms and what they could...
Te Ara ō Whakatū halftime report — answering your most common questions
14/09/2021 9:15am
Now halfway through the submission process, Nelson City Council would like to thank everyone who has...
Draft Out and About - On Tracks Strategy 2021 open for public feedback
Environment14/09/2021 4:29am
An increase in the number of easy trails, reserves dedicated to walking, and a Track Advisory...
Nelson City Council services at COVID-19 Alert Level 2
Services07/09/2021 12:09pm
Central Government has confirmed that from Tuesday, 7 September, 11.59pm, Nelson and the rest of New...
Mountain biking allowed at Alert Level 3 in Nelson and Tasman: a guide
Services31/08/2021 2:33am
Many of Nelson and Tasman’s mountain biking trails will reopen on Thursday 2 September, as the...
Nelson City Council services at COVID-19 Alert Level 3
Services31/08/2021 2:09am
On Tuesday 31 August at 11.59pm, New Zealand, south of the Auckland boundary, will move from...
Turning a vision into reality: making intensification happen
Community26/08/2021 3:26pm
Proposals that have the potential to transform life in Nelson’s city centre – creating homes, bringing...
Cancellation, postponement for 4 Lanes Festival and Youth Lane events
Events & Festivals24/08/2021 10:59am
Nelson’s 4 Lanes Festival has been cancelled, and the complementary Youth Lane event postponed as a...
Nelson City Council services at COVID-19 Alert Level 4
Services18/08/2021 2:40am
New Zealand entered a COVID-19 Alert Level 4 lockdown on Wednesday, 18 August.
A new way forward for affordable and social housing in Nelson
Infrastructure16/08/2021 4:34am
A proposal to sell Council-owned land to Kāinga Ora has the potential to create 175 affordable...
Local elections are changing in Nelson – have your say!
Community14/08/2021 12:31pm
The way Nelson elects councillors will change for the 2022 local elections, after Nelson City Council...
Council to take lead in submitting developers' expressions of interest for infrastructure funding to increase housing supply
Infrastructure13/08/2021 2:21am
Nelson City Council is putting its best foot forward to secure government funding to increase housing...
How we are addressing Nelson’s housing capacity shortfall
Infrastructure11/08/2021 2:48am
The Nelson Housing and Business Capacity Assessment (HBA) was adopted at Nelson City Council’s Urban Development...
Draft Out and About On Tracks Strategy 2021 approved for public feedback.
Community07/08/2021 1:00am
New trails that cater to beginner and intermediate cyclists, more trails dedicated to walking, and a...
New Awatea Place Pump Station a boon for Tahunanui wastewater resilience and capacity
Infrastructure02/08/2021 4:00am
The construction of a new pump station at Awatea Place will improve wastewater infrastructure in the...
Potentially hazardous materials investigated at Founders Heritage Park
Community20/07/2021 2:46pm
Nelson City Council has closed Founders Heritage Park while the Defence Force’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit...
Three Waters reform package welcomed, now’s the time to talk
Infrastructure19/07/2021 12:25pm
A $2.5 billion package to support Three Waters reforms was welcomed by Nelson Mayor Rachel Reese...
New Nelson Tasman Future Development Strategy underway
Services13/07/2021 1:48pm
A new Nelson Tasman Future Development Strategy (FDS) will look at how Nelson City Council and...
Mountain bike safety a priority as Nelson’s trails are audited
Community18/06/2021 9:15am
Nelson and Tasman’s extensive network of mountain biking trails are being audited and many trails have...
Te Huihui o Matariki 2021 – A family night of fun and entertainment to celebrate Matariki
Events & Festivals17/06/2021 2:14pm
Nelson’s Matariki Festival returns to Founders Heritage Park this year for a community celebration featuring live...
Representation Review to be completed ahead of 2022 local elections
Community12/06/2021 11:37am
Nelsonians have an opportunity to shape the way our local democracy works with a survey to...
Working towards safe and healthy long-term living at Brook Valley Holiday Park
Community10/06/2021 3:07am
Nelson City Council has met with long-term occupants at the Brook Valley Holiday Park to talk...
Council prepares to take over management of Nelson marina
Services06/06/2021 1:43am
Nelson Marina users and visitors can expect a smooth transition when Nelson City Council formally takes...
Te Ara ō Whakatū - Nelson Pathways: Our journey to a revitalised city centre
Infrastructure01/06/2021 10:20am
One hundred people live in Nelson's city centre, but what would our city be like if...
Nelson City Council expands climate change response in Long Term Plan
Environment24/05/2021 5:25am
Additional climate change funding, consistent with Nelson City Council's vision to enable our community to respond...
Recognising our community champions: Nominations for Eelco Boswijk Civic Awards open
Community24/05/2021 4:22am
Do you know an unsung hero, a creative visionary, or a selfless community champion?
New Library Precinct gets green light at LTP deliberations
Services21/05/2021 4:31am
Nelson City Council will proceed with its preferred option for a new, high-specification library on the...
Premier road safety award received for Innovating Streets for People project
Infrastructure13/05/2021 3:45am
The 3M Traffic Safety Innovation Award for 2021 was presented to the team behind the Nelson...
Nelson City Council supports the establishment of a Māori ward in Nelson Whakatū
Community13/05/2021 3:42am
Songs, speeches and moments of raw emotion filled Nelson City Council’s chamber on Thursday, as Councillors...
Inspirational young Nelsonians share their stories
Events & Festivals10/05/2021 3:52pm
Young Nelsonians creating positive change will take centre stage at an event aimed at inspiring others...
Council releases slope instability maps
Environment05/05/2021 3:30am
Nelson City Council is sharing new information on slope instability with the community.
Humour takes the stage
30/04/2021 3:50pm
Laugh Nelson returns for 2021 with an evening full of live stand-up comedy and improvised theatre...
Community grant applications open
Community30/04/2021 3:35pm
Nelson’s non-profit community groups can now apply for a grant to support their work for up...
Time for a refresh
Infrastructure30/04/2021 3:30pm
Time will stop for Civic House’s clock tower for three weeks on 3 May, as the...
Forestry harvesting in the Brook Valley and Maitai Valley to go ahead this winter
Environment29/04/2021 12:52pm
The harvesting of selected Nelson City Council commercial forestry blocks in the Brook Valley will begin...
Family-friendly Maitai Recreation Hub to be developed
Community22/04/2021 4:12pm
Families, walkers, runners and cyclists will have a new place to visit or set off from...
Ideas to minimise waste receive grants
Environment19/04/2021 1:15pm
Organisations supporting repair cafes, plastic-free packaging trials, fill your own container options and hireable reusable plates...
Welcome Cloak to adorn Pūtangitangi Greenmeadows
Community14/04/2021 1:45pm
Whakatū Nelson's Welcome Cloak artwork has found a new home.
Flying the flag for Pride
Community12/04/2021 4:28pm
Nelson City Council is flying the Pride flag in honour of Nelson Pride Week.
Nelson City Council to stop accepting cheque payments from 1 May 2021
Services07/04/2021 3:47am
From Saturday 1 May 2021, cheques will no longer be accepted by Nelson City Council as...
Nelson youth ready to rock
Events & Festivals29/03/2021 2:38pm
Youth event Rock the City is preparing to turn up Nelson's volume with an all-ages gig...
Nelson City Council community housing settlement complete
Services24/03/2021 4:40am
Nelson City Council and Kāinga Ora have reached settlement on their agreement to transfer 142 community...
Nelson City Council welcomes government investment in housing
Services23/03/2021 11:52am
Nelson Mayor Rachel Reese says today’s announcement is a “game changer” for the Nelson region and...
'Your wellbeing, Nelson's future': a comprehensive plan for a resilient city
Community19/03/2021 11:34am
A continued focus on core infrastructure and a modern, sustainable library are key parts of Nelson...
Bridge gifted to Brook Waimārama Sanctuary Trust
Infrastructure18/03/2021 4:46am
The former Saltwater Creek Bridge will get a new lease of life in the upper reaches...
Connecting with Whakatū Nelson’s past
Events & Festivals09/03/2021 3:57pm
Tours of Nelson’s sites of significance, artworks, opportunities to discover your own genealogical past and even...
Water supply protection zones proposed as Council seeks feedback on new bylaws
Infrastructure01/03/2021 11:00am
Nelson City Council has agreed to consult with the public on new bylaws for wastewater and...
Is it a bus? Is it a cycle lane? Help shape Nelson’s future transport network
Infrastructure01/03/2021 10:49am
What do you think about proposed new bus routes to Atawhai and the Airport? Or a...
Celebrate Tē Rā o Ngā Tamariki Children’s Day in Nelson
Community25/02/2021 4:32pm
To help our community celebrate Tē Rā o Ngā Tamariki Children’s Day, Nelson City Council is...
Nelson at Alert Level Two following community COVID-19 cases in Auckland
Services15/02/2021 2:07am
Central Government has confirmed three community cases of COVID-19 in Auckland, which means Auckland is now...
Bringing down the dancefloor: Deconstruction a sustainable alternative to demolition
Infrastructure05/02/2021 3:49pm
You may remember it best as the humming nightclub Horatio’s, or the Club Basic gym if...
Chorus cabinet art winners chosen
Community05/02/2021 3:42pm
Four diverse designs representing joy, community, diversity and love have been chosen to adorn street-sited Chorus...
Bay Dreams continues to reduce festival waste
Events & Festivals18/01/2021 2:33pm
When the music stops and the revellers go home, Bay Dreams, like many festivals, could have...
New name, new look for Heritage Festival
Events & Festivals22/12/2020 12:47pm
Nelson City Council’s yearly Heritage Festival has been renamed to better reflect Nelson’s rich and varied...
New Tahunanui toilet block among a raft of infrastructure projects completed before Christmas
Infrastructure21/12/2020 3:48am
Beachgoers at Tahunanui will be able to enjoy improved facilities this Summer, with the opening of...
Nelson City Council removes minimum parking requirements to free more land for housing
Environment17/12/2020 5:17am
From 1 January 2021 new developments in Nelson will no longer be required to provide minimum...
Every little helps: Changes to rates remissions to better meet needs of ratepayers
Services17/12/2020 4:58am
Nelson City Council has today (Thursday 17 December) voted to approve a series of changes to...
A new model for Nelson Marina as Nelson City Council takes over management
Community17/12/2020 4:24am
Nelson City Council is bringing management of Nelson Marina back in-house, ending the contract with Nelmac...
Nelson City Council retains AA/A-1+ credit rating, noting sound fiscal management during pandemic
Services10/12/2020 4:30am
Credit rating agency Standard and Poor’s has affirmed Nelson City Council’s AA long term and A-1...
Nelson readies for Bay Dreams 2021
Events & Festivals04/12/2020 2:25pm
Dozens of internationally renowned performers and thousands of visitors will gather in Nelson in January for...
New heating system for Riverside Pool to be installed
Community04/12/2020 2:00am
Nelson’s Riverside Pool is getting a brand new heating system, which will ensure users can enjoy...
Summer events at your fingertips
Events & Festivals03/12/2020 3:46pm
Whether it’s open-air movies, concerts, markets or shows you’re looking forward to this summer, Nelson Tasman...
Major upgrade to Salisbury/Champion Road roundabout underway
Infrastructure02/12/2020 10:15am
Tasman District Council contractors have begun work to improve the roundabout at the intersection of Salisbury...
Decking the city with Christmas delight
Events & Festivals24/11/2020 8:22am
Christmas is coming to Nelson’s city centre as Santa’s elves prepare his grotto, new decorations arrive...
Black Ferns presented with the Key to Nelson City
Events & Festivals20/11/2020 4:38am
Mayor Rachel Reese presented the ‘Key to the City of Nelson’ to Black Ferns Captain Eloise...
Full circle for Nelson City Council’s new Group Manager for Community Services
Community19/11/2020 10:57am
Nelson City Council has announced the appointment of Andrew White to the role of Group Manager...
Nelson City Council releases coastal inundation map viewer for feedback
Environment18/11/2020 2:24am
The science is clear that our climate is changing and will continue to do so in...
Pop-up Employment and Training Expo coming to Nelson
Events & Festivals16/11/2020 2:12pm
Nelson's Elma Turner Library is hosting a pop-up Employment and Training Expo that aims to bring...
Nelson City Council enables continued recreational access to Koata Ltd land
Services13/11/2020 2:51am
Access for mountain bikers, runners and walkers to the popular tracks in the Codgers and Fringed...
Speed limit reduction throughout Nelson to make streets safer for the community
Infrastructure12/11/2020 11:35am
Nelson’s streets will soon be safer for everyone following the decision to reduce speed limits across...
Ideas to minimise waste wanted
Environment09/11/2020 4:19pm
Community-led projects that seek to lighten our environmental footprint by reducing or avoiding the creation of...
Nelson City Council transfers community housing to Kāinga Ora for $19.8m
Services05/11/2020 9:19am
The transfer of 142 community housing units from Nelson City Council to Kāinga Ora is a...
Freedom Camping initiatives get central government funding
Community01/11/2020 9:37am
Nelson City Council has received $121,500 from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment’s (MBIE) Responsible...
Waka Kotahi approves $850k Innovating Streets funding for Nelson South
Infrastructure27/10/2020 4:11am
There is good news for the residents of Nelson South’s Kawai South, Tipahi and Tukuka Streets...
Council agrees to new committee structure
Community23/10/2020 7:22am
At its meeting on Thursday, 22 October Nelson City Council voted to support a new governance...
Black Ferns to take on NZ Barbarians in Nelson
Events & Festivals19/10/2020 2:38am
Nelson’s Trafalgar Park will host New Zealand’s best female rugby players on Saturday 21 November as...
Maintenance to be carried out on Haulashore Island Motu Mānuka Jetty
Infrastructure17/10/2020 12:47pm
Nelson City Council contractors will be carrying out work on the iconic Haulashore Island Motu Mānuka...
Supporting the Fifeshire Foundation’s Big Give
Community16/10/2020 4:11pm
Nelson City Council will this Christmas support our community by donating $5000 to the Fifeshire Foundation’s...
Bounty of books for annual Founders Book Fair
Events & Festivals14/10/2020 3:45pm
This year’s annual Founders Book Fair is the biggest yet – and that’s no hyperbole.
New entryway from library to Riverside Youth Pop-up Park
Community09/10/2020 12:56pm
Visitors to the Riverside Youth Pop-up Park will soon have easy access directly to and from...
Celebrating a month of Christmas cheer in Nelson
Events & Festivals07/10/2020 10:55am
Nelson City Council has opted for an ‘alert level proof’ Christmas celebration this year, taking the...
Consultation open on the Draft Whakamahere Whakatū Nelson Plan
Environment06/10/2020 2:47am
Nelson City Council wants to hear from you, the people of Whakatū Nelson, on the Draft...
Upgrades planned for Nelson Marina Hardstand
Infrastructure02/10/2020 4:18pm
Beginning late November, Nelson City Council will undertake work on the Hardstand at Nelson Marina to...
Annual pest control operation adapted to provide partial access to popular tracks
Environment30/09/2020 10:54am
Nelson City Council has made changes to this year’s annual pest control operation in the Maitai...
Intensification Action Plan aims to assist growth
Services28/09/2020 9:16am
As more people seek to live in our Smart Little City, a new plan from Nelson...
Coming out of her shell: Tahunanui's turtle turns up in Blenheim
Community28/09/2020 4:47am
Sea turtles are a migratory species – known for being able to navigate 2000km ocean journeys...
Nelson City Council advocates against discriminatory laws on Māori Wards
Community22/09/2020 3:02am
Discriminatory laws that place unreasonable hurdles to increased Māori participation in local government need to be...
Making it count - Nelson City Council gets behind the Great Kererū Count and launches a subsidised trap project to help protect native birds
Environment21/09/2020 2:10am
The annual Great Kererū Count, which runs from 18-27 September this year, is a yearly event...
Wall of Remembrance reprinted
Events & Festivals18/09/2020 10:30am
Years of research has resulted in a further 1200 names added to the World War I...
New cycling infrastructure equals a biking boom for Tahunanui School
Infrastructure17/09/2020 2:04am
Cycling to school just became a lot safer for students at Tahunanui School with the completion...
Santa Cruz Bicycles to fund brand new mountain biking track in Nelson
Community14/09/2020 3:57am
Nelson Mountain Bike Club (NMTBC) and Nelson City Council are pleased to announce the PayDirt Fund,...
Gracefield Sewer Diversion to improve wastewater resilience
Infrastructure11/09/2020 12:25pm
Work to create a new wastewater diversion system from Whakatu Drive (between Annesbrook and Beatson Road)...
A brand new dog park for Nelson and Stoke
Community10/09/2020 11:19am
Nelson’s canine friends will soon have a dedicated space to just hang out and be dogs,...
Linking the Railway Reserve to the Maitai – extending Nelson’s shared pathways
Infrastructure04/09/2020 10:51am
Nelsonians will soon be able to cycle and walk safely all the way from the Railway...
Face coverings to become mandatory on Nelson’s public transport
Services28/08/2020 10:30am
For the duration of Alert Level 2, it is compulsory to wear a face covering when...
Nelson City Council establishes preference for the future of Civic House
Services18/08/2020 11:06am
Nelson City Council has voted in favour of the development of a business case for the...
Nelson City Council granted $2.86m for first phase of Three Waters Services Reform
Infrastructure16/08/2020 10:51am
Nelson City Council has agreed to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Government to...
Nelson’s local elections to be decided by Single Transferable Vote
Services13/08/2020 5:54am
Nelson City Council has voted to move to a Single Transferable Vote (STV) voting system at...
Nelson Council's services under COVID Alert Level 2
Services12/08/2020 11:29am
New Zealand’s Alert Levels changed on Wednesday, 12 August.
Development Contributions Policy review
Infrastructure05/08/2020 12:02pm
If you are thinking of subdividing, building, connecting to Nelson City Council’s services or otherwise undertaking...
Cheaper bus travel for Nelson-Tasman as new zone system is introduced
Infrastructure31/07/2020 1:41am
From Monday 3 August, many bus passengers in our region will benefit from cheaper bus fares...
Proposal to name Saxton Field’s main road in honour of Kerry Marshall
Community31/07/2020 1:39am
The Mayors of Nelson and Tasman, Rachel Reese and Tim King and Nelson MP Nick Smith...
Nelson City Council welcomes Government investment in Nelson
Infrastructure25/07/2020 3:17am
Nelson Mayor Rachel Reese says yesterday’s announcement of Government investment will boost economic development in the...
Betsy Eyre honoured with new information panels
Community22/07/2020 1:12pm
In 1956, Nelson City Council welcomed its first woman Councillor, Betsy Eyre.
Rekindle your winter with Ngā Toi Huatau – The Seasonal Arts
Events & Festivals16/07/2020 12:06pm
Arts and events are returning to centre stage in Nelson this winter with a wide variety...
Community grant applications open
Community14/07/2020 4:05pm
Nelson’s non-profit community groups can now apply for a helping hand from Nelson City Council’s Community...
Vandalism more than just a financial cost for Nelsonians
Community10/07/2020 11:43am
The public toilet at the Modellers Pond in Tahunanui is closed following an arson attack.
Bee Card: Nelson’s new electronic bus card is here
Infrastructure08/07/2020 3:53am
Nelson has a new way of paying for the bus. From 3 August passengers will be...
Nelson’s beloved Maitai / Mahitahi River receives funding boost
Environment06/07/2020 9:58am
Nelson City Council has been successful in its bid to the Jobs for Nature projects fund,...
Innovating Streets for People fund success – up to $1 million to transform our central city
Community01/07/2020 12:02pm
Nelson City Council’s City Centre Streets for People project has received a funding opportunity from Waka...
Brook tree harvesting delayed to 2021 to help local businesses after COVID-19 shutdown
Infrastructure01/07/2020 4:57am
Nelson City Council’s Forestry Advisory Group (FAG) has made the decision to delay the harvesting of...
Time’s expired for Nelson’s old parking meters as new Pay-by-Plate machines launch
Services29/06/2020 12:25pm
Nelson’s new Pay-by-Plate meters went live at 8am on Monday 29 June, ending paper waste from...
Reduce first – then recycle: plastic recycling changes kick off in Nelson
Services29/06/2020 5:02am
From 1 July, plastic containers left in Nelson’s yellow recycling bins must have the number 1,...
Provincial Growth Fund boost for key Nelson infrastructure projects
Infrastructure16/06/2020 11:29am
Nelson City Council has been awarded $1.23m from the Provincial Growth Fund (PGF) by the Ministry...
Riverside Youth Pop-up Park set for winter opening
Community12/06/2020 4:25pm
Nelson’s first youth pop-up park is on track to open this winter.
City Centre Streets for People feedback survey opens
Community02/06/2020 3:42pm
What does the future of Nelson’s city centre streets look like?
Civic House clock to undergo timely repairs
Services31/05/2020 11:40am
Love it or hate it - Nelson's clock tower has always kept time and some long...
Environment committee recommends changes to dog bylaw to balance needs of owners with local ecosystem
Environment30/05/2020 2:29am
Nelson City Council’s Environment Committee has adopted the Dog Control Policy and also voted to recommend...
Moving to ensure parking spaces are available for shoppers in Nelson
Services29/05/2020 12:51pm
Nelson City Council made the decision at the start of COVID-19 Alert Level 4 to suspend...
Public meetings at COVID-19 Alert Level 2- what happens now
Services27/05/2020 4:44am
At Alert Levels 4 and 3, Nelson City Council held all of its public meetings remotely,...
Walk the Chalk in Nelson’s City Centre
Community20/05/2020 3:05pm
As Nelsonians return to the city centre, Nelson City Council, in conjunction with Nelson Marlborough Health...
COVID-19: Nelson City Council services at Alert Level 2
Services12/05/2020 4:20am
On Thursday, 14th May, New Zealand will move to COVID-Alert Level 2 after more than two...
Remedial work to Millers Acre Centre
Infrastructure07/05/2020 3:35pm
Nelson City Council is undertaking urgent work to repair and remediate parts of the Millers Acre...
New 30km/hr speed limit to make Nelson’s city centre safer
Infrastructure06/05/2020 10:16am
The speed limit in Nelson’s City Centre will decrease to 30km/hr to provide a safe environment...
Speeding up the region’s infrastructure processes post COVID-19
Infrastructure29/04/2020 2:21pm
Nelson City and Tasman District Councils are streamlining their tendering process for capital physical works projects,...
Let’s Get Clicking Nelson
Community28/04/2020 11:31am
From ghost town to go town – Nelson’s city centre is slowly coming back to...
COVID-19: Nelson City Council services at Alert Level Three
Services24/04/2020 4:46am
On Tuesday, 28 April, New Zealand will move to COVID-Alert Level Three after almost five weeks...
Mountain biking back on in the Nelson/Tasman region at COVID-19 Alert Level Three
Services24/04/2020 1:22am
Mountain biking activities will be permitted on some trails in the Nelson / Tasman region from...
Nelson City Council outlines how 0% rate rise will be achieved
Services23/04/2020 3:44am
Nelson City Council has heard how a 0% rate rise would be achieved at a meeting...
Nelson City Council mourns the loss of Kaumātua Kereopa Ratapu
Community11/04/2020 2:42am
Ripiripia, Haehaea!
Ripiripia, Haehaea, Tuakina!
Nelson City Council unanimously decides to consider 0% rates rise
Services09/04/2020 6:16am
Nelson City Council has shown its commitment to supporting the community through the COVID-19 crisis by...
Nelson City Council to consider a 0% rates rise at next Council meeting
Services08/04/2020 12:07pm
With the COVID-19 shutdown having a significant effect on our region’s economy, Nelson City Council has...
Nelson City Council leads call for alcohol licensing relief
Services06/04/2020 8:16am
Nelson City Council is calling for the Ministry of Justice to enable the Alcohol Regulatory and...
Three month rent holiday for Nelson City Council's hospitality and tourism tenants in first COVID-19 relief package for business
Services02/04/2020 5:03am
With the COVID-19 shutdown making life very hard for local businesses, Nelson City Council is easing...
Temporary sites for freedom campers established during COVID-19
Community30/03/2020 4:45am
With the country now at COVID-19 Alert Level Four, Nelson City Council must control access to...
NCC closes trails to mountain bikes during Covid-19 shutdown
Community27/03/2020 3:10am
Nelson City Council is closing its trails to mountain biking during the COVID-19 shutdown, effective...
Nelson City Libraries in your living room
Community26/03/2020 4:20pm
Nelson City Libraries is now offering digital-only membership without the need to show an ID to...
Recycling and rubbish collection in Nelson and Tasman during the COVID-19 shutdown
Infrastructure25/03/2020 4:58am
Nelson City Council and Tasman District Council have committed to doing all they can to ensure...
Nelson buses continue for essential staff and essential journeys
Services24/03/2020 6:24am
From Thursday, 26 March Nelson buses will operate a reduced timetable and travel will be restricted...
Nelson City Council to close all of its indoor community facilities
Community22/03/2020 1:46am
Nelson’s three public libraries will not be open today (Sunday 22 March) and will be closed...
Nelson City Council to close all of its indoor community facilities
Community22/03/2020 1:46am
Nelson’s three public libraries will not be open today (Sunday 22 March) and will be closed...
Nelson City Council cancels events to slow COVID-19 spread
Events & Festivals20/03/2020 8:33am
Nelson City Council is cancelling Council-organised events and reviewing Council-owned facilities to minimise the risk COVID-19...
Nelson City Council's Annual Plan seeks to strike a balance in uncertain times
Services18/03/2020 4:12am
Nelson City Council’s 2020/21 draft Annual Plan was released 17 March, as communities worldwide grapple with...
Nelson Marina takes a proactive approach to protect the community
Services17/03/2020 4:42pm
Nelson Marina has taken steps to protect the safety of boat users and the local community...
Rural Water Restrictions in place
Services17/03/2020 9:37am
Despite recent rainfall, local river levels continue to drop, and Nelson City Council has confirmed water...
Danish delegation Climatorium visit postponed due to global coronavirus situation
Environment06/03/2020 1:50am
A delegation from Denmark due to visit Nelson next week to sign a Principles of Collaboration...
How age-friendly is Nelson?
Community28/02/2020 10:21am
Making Nelson an age-friendly city was the theme of a presentation by the co-director of AUT’s...
2021 Enduro World Series event a boon for Nelson
Community28/02/2020 9:58am
Slam on your brakes, and hold on to your handlebars; the Enduro World Series (EWS) is...
Rural Water Restrictions Likely for Nelson
Services26/02/2020 2:30am
Unless significant rain falls in the next two weeks, Nelson City Council is likely to introduce...
Pop-up playground for Nelson city centre by Winter
Community20/02/2020 3:41am
A soon-to-be demolished building next to the Elma Turner Library on Halifax Street, will provide space...
Nelson City Council partially opens reserves on a temporary basis after rainfall
Community19/02/2020 5:25am
Following good rainfall on Tuesday 18 February, Nelson City Council has decided to partially reopen reserves...
Nelson residents adjacent to Champion Road move to Phase B water restrictions
Infrastructure13/02/2020 12:59pm
On Monday 17 February, Tasman District Council will impose the third and fourth stage of water...
Making Nelson a City for All Ages
Community13/02/2020 12:49pm
Imagine a city that works for everyone, no matter their age, physical or mental health. A...
Art Flags Project rollout begins with a taste of summer
Community11/02/2020 3:47pm
For five-year-old Jeanie Hicks, there’s nothing better than an ice cream cone, piled high with her...
Opera in the Park: no firework display – but the show will go on
Community11/02/2020 5:06am
With most of Nelson’s reserves closed due to increasing fire risk, and a ban on fireworks...
Nelson City Council closes reserves and restricts road access as fire risk continues to increase
Infrastructure10/02/2020 5:14am
Following the continued spell of hot and dry weather Nelson City Council, in collaboration with Fire...
Nelson City Council to close further reserves due to increased fire risk
Community07/02/2020 4:10am
Following a continued spell of hot and dry weather Nelson City Council, in collaboration with Fire...
A time to reflect: the Pigeon Valley Fire remembered
Community05/02/2020 10:35am
A year ago, sparks from farming equipment started a fire that became the biggest civil defence...
Kai Festival – a day to celebrate together
Events & Festivals04/02/2020 2:10pm
A little bit of this and a little bit of that – the annual international Kai...
Show us your Best Little Woodshed
Environment04/02/2020 10:40am
Nelson City Council is on the lookout for your woodshed, wood stack or ingenious wood storing...
Nelson City Council moves to close reserves due to increased fire risk
Community31/01/2020 12:39pm
Following a continued spell of hot and dry weather Nelson City Council, in collaboration with Fire...
'Take the initiative': Nelson Council asks retailers to stop using non-recyclable plastic
Infrastructure28/01/2020 5:18am
"We simply cannot in good conscience send these plastics overseas to potentially end up as someone...
Submissions welcome on proposed changes to Dog Control Bylaw
Environment27/01/2020 1:05pm
Dog owners can have their say on the proposed changes to Council’s Dog Control Policy and...
Water conservation key as dry weather continues
Services27/01/2020 9:02am
Water restrictions will shortly come into place for properties adjacent to Champion Road. As of Monday...
Opera in the Park a magical twilight concert
Events & Festivals24/01/2020 5:13pm
Nelson’s Opera in the Park is again offering an unmissable chance for a night under the...
Nelson's Broadgreen House joins city's list of five star gardens
Infrastructure24/01/2020 12:00pm
“Right at the beginning of Spring, Broadgreen is popping, it’s crazy.”
Thefts and vandalism at Nelson's public parks
Community23/01/2020 4:29am
A series of thefts and vandalism has resulted in the loss of new park furniture and...
Working to make Nelson disposable-cup free
Environment17/01/2020 4:21pm
Nelson City Council is offering a subsidy to local cafés and coffee carts to bolster the...
Increasing fire risk as dry spell continues
Environment17/01/2020 2:51am
Due to recent drying winds and low rainfall, the fire risk across our region is increasing...
Nelson plastic recycling is set to change
Services15/01/2020 9:56am
We know Nelsonians have an excellent recycling ethos. Since the introduction of yellow bins in 2016,...
Responsible Camping Fund – temporary daytime facility
Services07/01/2020 4:50am
In 2019 Nelson City Council received $256,878 from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment’s (MBIE)...
NRSBU makes land purchase
Infrastructure23/12/2019 2:43am
The Nelson Regional Sewerage Business Unit (NRSBU) has agreed to purchase a block of land near...
Maitai Recreation Hub grant secured
Community09/12/2019 12:12pm
Plans to create a recreational hub in the Maitai Valley are one step closer to reality,...
Council’s financial outlook remains stable as ‘AA/A-1+’ credit rating affirmed
Services06/12/2019 9:20am
Credit rating agency, Standard and Poor's, has affirmed its AA long-term and A-1+ short-term credit rating...
Changes to Nelson’s Dog Control Policy and Bylaw signalled in the New Year
Environment29/11/2019 4:48am
Nelson dog owners will have the opportunity to have their say on proposed changes to the...
Getting Nelson ready for our summer visitors
Community29/11/2019 4:14am
Council will continue to provide core services for all visitors to our city this summer supported...
Something for everyone at the 2019 Nelson Santa Parade
Events & Festivals29/11/2019 1:29am
Kapa Haka performances, live music, dancing groups and of course a visit from the big white-bearded...
Time to start thinking about conserving water
Services28/11/2019 11:38am
As we head into what is predicted to be a long hot summer, it’s never too...
Trafalgar Centre wins national award
Services28/11/2019 9:17am
An increase in the number of events held at the Trafalgar Centre has helped the Nelson...
More information sought for Delaware/Wakapuaka Estuary access
Environment28/11/2019 4:49am
Following discussion at its Environment Committee meeting on Thursday 28 November, about boat launching at Delaware...
Summer brings so many things
Events & Festivals22/11/2019 12:41pm
More shows, a different New Year’s Eve format and Opera in the Park being back in...
Nelson welcomes delegation of climate change experts from Denmark
Environment19/11/2019 11:57am
Nelson’s Mayor say this week’s delegation of climate change experts from Denmark is a sign our...
NMIT staff sharpen their skills for Nelson's Christmas Celebration
Events & Festivals18/11/2019 2:29am
A team of dedicated Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology staff has volunteered to spend the first...
Champion Tasman Mako to be honoured with Key to the City
Community30/10/2019 10:29am
Te Tau Ihu – Marlborough, Nelson and Tasman - will be celebrating the historic victory of...
Nile Street plane tree removal due to start
Environment25/10/2019 4:36am
Four large cut leaved plane trees on Nile Street East are to be removed after being...
Mayor announces proposed committee structure and Deputy Mayor
Services23/10/2019 11:34am
The new triennium for Nelson City Council will begin with a revised committee structure that is...
Final result - Nelson City Council Local Elections 2019
Events & Festivals17/10/2019 12:37pm
The final result of the Nelson City Council elections held on Saturday 12 October is as...
Progress Result - Nelson City Council 2019 Triennial Elections
Services12/10/2019 2:07pm
The progress result for the Nelson City Council elections held on Saturday 12th October is as...
Have your say on how Saxton Field is managed
Community04/10/2019 4:31am
Saxton Field is your public space, and as part of our planning for the future we...
Trafalgar Bridge has lifespan extended
Infrastructure03/10/2019 10:41am
At nearly 100 years old, the Trafalgar Bridge has lasted surprisingly well for a concrete structure,...
Harvest in Codgers recreation area deferred
Community03/10/2019 4:06am
The pine harvest operation that was scheduled to begin in the Tantragee and Atmore Reserves on...
Hampden Street trial closure - update
03/10/2019 1:08am
The trial closure of Hampden Street (West) where it meets Waimea Road will start on Sunday...
Stoke set for new banking hub boost
Community30/09/2019 3:47am
The people of Nelson are set to get a major boost, with the introduction of a...
Harvesting to start in Codgers recreation area
Community30/09/2019 2:25am
Access for walkers and mountain bikers to the Codgers recreation area will be restricted from 7...
Leak identified in pressurised pipe
Infrastructure26/09/2019 3:55pm
A leak has been identified on the pressurised pipe (known as the Atawhai rising main) leading...
Council cements programme to get the central city thriving
Community20/09/2019 9:18am
The key moves planned to transform central Nelson have been endorsed by Council through the adoption...
Tourism grant to help with toilet upgrades
Services19/09/2019 12:10pm
Nelson can look forward to updated toilet facilities at Tahunanui and Millers Acre thanks to the...
Working to make Nelson a safer city
Infrastructure19/09/2019 11:43am
Council gave the go-ahead to seek public feedback on proposed changes to the Dangerous, Insanitary and...
Voting opens for 2019 Local Elections – Nga Pōti
Events & Festivals18/09/2019 3:52am
Get your votes in early for the 2019 Local Elections to have your say.
Free Buses Weekend - 21 and 22 September
Community12/09/2019 10:50am
Nelson City Council, with support from Tasman District Council, will be offering free trips on...
New Nelson Santa Parade organisers excited to be involved
Community05/09/2019 4:03pm
Nelson City Council is excited to announce that events management company EBTAC Ltd has been appointed...
Significant changes proposed to freshwater management
Environment05/09/2019 2:06pm
Nelson City Council welcomes the Government’s announcement today that it proposes to change some of the...
Nelson Residents' Survey results are in
Services05/09/2019 1:16pm
It’s that time of the year again, and the results are in for Nelson’s Annual Residents’...
Progress reported on Nelson's transport targets
Infrastructure04/09/2019 1:35pm
Nelson City Council has released its Annual Monitoring Report for the year to June 2019 on...
Council welcomes funding to encourage responsible camping
Services03/09/2019 9:33am
Mayor Rachel Reese welcomes the announcement from the Ministry of Business, Industry and Employment (MBIE) that...
Restoring the biodiversity of the Maitai and Roding Water Reserves
Environment30/08/2019 11:42am
Nelson Nature’s aim to restore the natural biodiversity of the Maitai and Roding water reserves gets...
A new ‘Pedestrian Mall’ for Upper Trafalgar Street
Community27/08/2019 2:14am
At its meeting earlier today [27 August 2019], Council declared Upper Trafalgar Street a Pedestrian...
Economic development for the Top of the South receives a $4.5 million funding boost
Community23/08/2019 11:10am
The Top of the South is set to benefit from Provincial Growth Fund (PGF) support for...
New Community Investment Fund Panel
Community22/08/2019 10:32am
A new Community Investment Fund (CIF) Panel has recently been appointed by Council, following a community...
Council’s capital projects successfully delivered
Infrastructure15/08/2019 2:26am
The 2018/19 financial year has been a successful one for Nelson City Council’s delivery of the...
Hampden Street trial closure to address intersection safety concerns
Infrastructure15/08/2019 1:32am
Hampden Street (West) will be closed where it meets Waimea Road soon as a 12-month trial...
Four Lanes Festival set to surprise and delight!
Events & Festivals13/08/2019 4:24am
A new family-friendly festival is being held amongst Nelson’s central city laneways at the end of...
Environmental Grants funding now available
09/08/2019 12:24pm
Council has launched a new Environmental Grants scheme to help support environmental work within the...
Have you read Nelson's 2019 pre-election report?
Events & Festivals09/08/2019 4:28am
With nominations for Council closing on Friday 16 August and voting opening on 20 September, Nelson...
New parking meter technology on the way
Infrastructure09/08/2019 3:47am
Nelson City Council has taken a step towards modernising parking meters.
Progress on the Modellers Pond
Community09/08/2019 3:03am
Nelson City Council has taken a positive step forward in finding a permanent solution for the...
Councils consider the impact of national tertiary education changes
Community02/08/2019 10:36am
In light of the announcement from Education Minister Chris Hipkins, the Mayors of Nelson and Tasman...
Future growth in Nelson Tasman regions secured
Environment26/07/2019 1:04am
The future growth options for Nelson Tasman have more certainty thanks to feedback from the...
Project launch - City For All Ages
Community23/07/2019 2:27am
Work to develop a new strategy for Nelson’s ageing population was launched on Monday 22...
Will you represent your community by standing in the 2019 Local Elections?
Community19/07/2019 9:34am
Nominations are now open for this year’s local elections.
Nelson City Council set to bring Bay Dreams South back to Nelson for five years
Events & Festivals04/07/2019 10:04am
Nelson is set to become a regular on the international music festival scene, with Council in...
Atawhai speed limit review happening soon
Infrastructure03/07/2019 1:24am
Mayor Rachel Reese is relieved at the news that the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) has...
Nelson’s Matariki Festival and Star Party a grand finale to 2019 Māori New Year celebrations
Events & Festivals02/07/2019 10:32am
Nelsonians will get a chance to celebrate the 2019 Māori New Year at the Matariki Festival...
Council confirms projects for the next 12 months
Services27/06/2019 3:47pm
Nelson City Council has adopted its 2019/2020 Annual Plan, confirming the projects to be funded for...
Stoke Library to reopen on 1 July
Services24/06/2019 10:49am
Stoke Library will reopen to the public on Monday 1 July after a one-month closure for...
Preventing untreated discharges into the Nelson Haven
Infrastructure21/06/2019 10:18am
Following recent media coverage, questions have been raised about the pressurised pipeline between Nelson City and...
Close Upper Trafalgar Street? Nelson City Council wants your views
Community21/06/2019 8:22am
Nelson City Council wants to hear from the community on whether motor vehicles should be prohibited...
Nelson’s community heroes recognised at 2019 Eelco Boswijk Awards
Events & Festivals19/06/2019 9:30am
Nelson celebrated its strong community spirit at the Eelco Boswijk Civic Awards ceremony on Tuesday 18...
Reports of sewage in Tasman Bay confirmed as not from Council source
Infrastructure17/06/2019 5:45pm
Recent media coverage has outlined public concerns relating to raw sewage in Tasman Bay, particularly at...
We want to hear from you in the Nelson Residents’ Survey
Services12/06/2019 9:51am
Have you been to any Council run events? Do you mainly drive, walk or cycle to...
Founders Book Fair still a best seller in the digital age
Events & Festivals12/06/2019 2:10am
The Founders Book Fair continues to increase in popularity, despite the widespread use of digital devices,...
Tenant wellbeing key as Council agrees to divest Community Housing
Community11/06/2019 11:51am
At the Annual Plan deliberations meeting on Friday 7 June, Council made the decision that allows...
Climate actions speak louder than words
Environment07/06/2019 6:15pm
Nelson City Council has today shown it is converting its words into action, allocating $254,500 of...
Saxton Oval scores England debut
Events & Festivals07/06/2019 12:08pm
Mayor Rachel Reese expressed her excitement, on behalf of Nelson City Council, at the news that...
Nelson's youth carry on rocking
Events & Festivals06/06/2019 2:27am
NZ music month may have come to an end, but the music still plays on.
Nelson Public Libraries want to hear from you
Services04/06/2019 4:26am
Updated 1 July: Thank you to everyone who has provided feedback, both online and in person....
Compliance, Monitoring and Enforcement Metrics for the Regional Sector
Services30/05/2019 2:26am
Nelson City Council has adequate resources in place to meet Resource Management Act compliance requirements, according...
Proposal for Wakatu Square development not to proceed
Community29/05/2019 12:22pm
During April, a special consultation was undertaken with the public relating to the sale of land...
Waimea Inlet Action Plan gets Committee support
Environment29/05/2019 4:24am
Nelson City Council’s Planning and Regulatory Committee has recommended that Council adopts the Waimea Inlet Action...
Navigational Safety Bylaw Amendments consultation
29/05/2019 2:50am
At its meeting on 28 May 2019, Nelson City Council’s Planning and Regulatory Committee recommended the...
Research for Nelson Library redevelopment begins
Community28/05/2019 9:58am
A project to look at the redevelopment of the Elma Turner Library and the surrounding riverside...
Greenmeadows Community Open Day – come and enjoy the facilities
Events & Festivals27/05/2019 3:42am
The Greenmeadows Community Open Day will provide the community with the opportunity to “have a go”...
Pop-up library service for Stoke
Services21/05/2019 12:10pm
There will be a new ‘pop-up library service’ in Stoke, while the assessment for internal damage...
Founders Book Fair returns
Events & Festivals20/05/2019 10:21am
The much-loved Founders Book Fair is back this Queen’s Birthday Weekend.
Nelson City Council declares a Climate Emergency
Environment17/05/2019 8:00am
At an Extraordinary meeting on Thursday 16 May, Nelson City Council (NCC) declared a Climate Emergency...
Humour takes the stage again
Events & Festivals13/05/2019 3:59am
Laugh Nelson returns for 2019 with an evening jam-packed with live stand-up comedy and improvised theatre...
Nelson City Council supports Climate Change Bill
Environment08/05/2019 1:42am
Nelson Mayor Rachel Reese says that Nelson City Council supports the Climate Change Response (Zero Carbon)...
Council wants to discuss key issues during Road Safety Week
Infrastructure06/05/2019 9:31am
Road Safety Week runs from 6 till 12 May with a range of events happening around...
Further assessment of Stoke Library needed
Community06/05/2019 5:53am
At its meeting on Thursday 11 April 2019, the Community Services Committee received an update on...
Young and Inspired, in Nelson
Events & Festivals06/05/2019 5:16am
Young Nelsonians living their dreams out in the real world will take centre stage at an...
New chair and directors appointed to the Nelson Regional Development Agency
Community23/04/2019 10:36am
Nelson City Council is pleased to announce the appointments of Ms Meg Matthews as Chair, and...
Dun Mountain Trail repairs continue
Infrastructure23/04/2019 2:13am
The Nelson-Tasman Cycle Trails Trust and the Brook Waimarama Sanctuary Trust are continuing work to reinstate...
Services and events to commemorate ANZAC Day - Thursday, 25 April
Community18/04/2019 11:51am
Anzac Day is traditionally observed with remembrance services to acknowledge the personal courage and sacrifice of...
Nelson Mayor welcomes Provincial Growth Fund investment
Community18/04/2019 4:16am
Nelson Mayor Rachel Reese welcomed the announcement today of funding through the Government’s Provincial Growth Fund...
Progress on Nelson’s transport vision for the future
Infrastructure17/04/2019 3:35am
Nelson’s vision for an accessible and vibrant CBD, a healthy environment and a world-class waterfront is...
Nelson-Tasman Future Development Strategy
Environment09/04/2019 9:16am
The second round of feedback on the Nelson-Tasman Future Development Strategy (FDS) opened on 8...
Community groups make Greenmeadows their home
Community09/04/2019 4:14am
Community groups in Nelson are now calling Greenmeadows their home following the issue of its Certificate...
State of the Environment Report 2018
Environment08/04/2019 4:10am
At its meeting on 4 April, the Planning and Regulatory Committee approved the Nelson City Council...
Rural water restrictions lifted
Environment04/04/2019 10:19am
Thanks to recent rainfall, rural water restrictions are now lifted.
Public consultation now open
Community01/04/2019 2:57am
The Annual Plan 2019/20 Consultation Document is now open for public submission. The consultation includes proposed...
Nominations now open for Eelco Boswijk Civic Awards
Community01/04/2019 2:31am
Nominations are now open for this year’s Eelco Boswijk Civic Awards.
Section of route selected for Great Taste Trail extension
Community29/03/2019 1:51am
The Nelson Tasman Cycle Trails Trust is working on a project that is the first stage...
Community housing proposal adopted for the public to have their say
Community28/03/2019 11:39am
At the meeting on Wednesday, Council approved a Consultation Document that will seek the community’s views...
Waimea Road speed limit recommended to lower to 50km/h
Infrastructure28/03/2019 11:31am
The Works and Infrastructure Committee is recommending that Council approves the proposal to lower the speed...
Nelson Water restrictions update - Urban restrictions lifted
Infrastructure28/03/2019 11:03am
The recent rainfall has enabled Nelson City Council (NCC) to lift the water restrictions in all...
Council seeks public feedback on the future of Wakatu Square
Community28/03/2019 2:17am
At its meeting on 27 March 2019, Nelson City Council agreed to consult on a proposal...
Condolence book for Christchurch families available at Nelson City Council
Community19/03/2019 8:21am
In response to the strength of feeling in the Nelson community, Nelson City Council invites the...
Annual Plan Consultation Document ready for community input
Community19/03/2019 3:47am
Nelson City Council will meet on Thursday to adopt, in principle, the 2019/2020 Annual Plan Consultation...
All Nelson reserves confirmed to reopen
Community15/03/2019 1:29am
Nelson City Council can today confirm that all reserves are now open again, including the entire...
More reserves reopen in Nelson
Community13/03/2019 2:03am
The recent rain has helped to ease the fire risk and allowed Nelson City Council to...
Nelson Mayor welcomes Air New Zealand price drop on flights in and out of Nelson Airport
Services26/02/2019 4:26am
Nelson Mayor Rachel Reese says today’s announcement that Air New Zealand is reducing its fares to...
Mayoral Relief Fund Pigeon Valley 2019
Community21/02/2019 4:54am
The criteria and application process for the Mayoral Relief Fund has been finalised by mayors Richard...
Stage Two water restrictions now in force in Nelson
Infrastructure13/02/2019 9:25am
The continuing hot dry conditions and dropping water levels at the Maitai Dam, have prompted Nelson...
Landscape and conservation reserves remain closed
Infrastructure11/02/2019 8:41am
Nelson City Council landscape and conservation reserves are still closed. This includes popular spots like...
Further reserve closures and advice about coping with smoke
Community08/02/2019 11:22am
Following consultation with the Principal Rural Fire Officer, Nelson City Council is temporarily closing public access...
Fire in Sir Stanley Whitehead Reserve now under control
Infrastructure08/02/2019 8:38am
The Fire Emergency New Zealand crews worked hard to tackle the fire on Sir Stanley Whitehead...
Fire in Sir Stanley Whitehead Reserve
Community08/02/2019 3:51am
As the Fire Emergency New Zealand crews tackle the fire on Sir Stanley Whitehead Reserve, the...
Reserve closures as part of Emergency Response
Infrastructure06/02/2019 12:09pm
To support the emergency response to the fire near Wakefield, Nelson City Council is temporarily closing...
Pigeon Valley Fire Update 6.00am 6 February 2019
Community06/02/2019 6:26am
Overnight the fire that started yesterday afternoon in Pigeon Valley had spread to cover 1870 hectares...
Taurapa Sculpture enhances culturally significant site
Community05/02/2019 11:52am
A dawn ceremony at the Waka Landing site on Saturday, 2 February saw the unveiling of...
Popular annual celebration of culture returns on Waitangi Day
Events & Festivals01/02/2019 2:27am
The forecast is looking perfect for strolling around this year’s annual international Kai Festival on 6...
Extreme fire risk means temporary closure of Grampians Reserve
Infrastructure28/01/2019 3:47am
Following consultation with the Principal Rural Fire Officer, Nelson City Council is temporarily closing all tracks...
Getting into the swing of things at Greenmeadows
Community24/01/2019 1:24pm
Summer sport is still in full swing in Stoke, with both Nelson Cricket and Stoke Tennis...
Water restrictions begin for stream and well users
Services23/01/2019 3:56am
As local river levels continue to drop, Nelson City Council has confirmed water restrictions for those...
How do we grow from here?
Community23/01/2019 3:56am
Tell us how the Nelson-Tasman region should grow - have your say on the Future Development...
High levels of toxic algae in Poorman Valley Stream
Environment22/01/2019 3:39am
Potentially toxic algae, also known as cyanobacteria, has been found at high levels in Poorman Valley...
Hill country erosion control gets million dollar boost
Environment18/01/2019 11:38am
Nelson City Council welcomes funding of $1,275,000 from the Ministry for Primary Industries Hill Country Erosion...
Council provides urgent funding for Tahunanui Community Centre
Community14/01/2019 2:02am
Council has committed to fund management assistance to allow the Tahunanui Community Centre (TCC) to remain...
Nelson is ready for Bay Dreams South
Community24/12/2018 11:43am
Trafalgar Park will be the centre of activity on 4 January when Bay Dreams South launches...
Council offers support to Nelson Giants
Community18/12/2018 3:10am
At its meeting last week, Council approved a reduced rate of $35,000 per annum for the...
Council adopts revised gambling policy
Community14/12/2018 4:31am
At its meeting on Thursday 13 December, Council adopted the proposed changes to the Gambling Policy...
Council supports Seafield Terrace storm repairs
Infrastructure14/12/2018 4:29am
Seafield Terrace at Glenduan, and associated infrastructure services, suffered considerable damage in the November 2017 and...
National Policy Statement for Urban Development Capacity
Infrastructure14/12/2018 4:26am
At the Council meeting on 13 December, a recently completed assessment of Nelson’s housing capacity carried...
Haulashore Jetty to stay
Community14/12/2018 4:23am
Council will retain the timber jetty on Haulashore Island for its landscape values, but it remains...
Iwi and Council working closer together
Community14/12/2018 4:16am
For almost 20 years Council and iwi of Te Tau Ihu (Top of the South) have...
Nelson’s key transport investigations endorsed by Council to proceed
Infrastructure14/12/2018 4:12am
At the meeting on Thursday, 13 December 2018, Council endorsed the scope of the programme for...
Waimea Road Speed Limit consultation opens
Infrastructure14/12/2018 2:56am
Nelson City Council is inviting submissions from the community on a proposal to change the current...
Modellers Pond trial decision reached
Infrastructure14/12/2018 2:44am
At Thursday’s Council meeting a decision was made to continue the Diatomix trial at the Modellers...
Decorating the city for Christmas
Community06/12/2018 8:44am
Nelson’s Christmas decorations will be shining bright this summer with a focus on light.
Proposed road closure changed in light of feedback
Services05/12/2018 9:25am
The Nelson City Council Hearings panel has approved an amended road closure from the proposal submitted...
Nelson City Council’s financial outlook remains stable as Standard and Poor’s ‘AA/A-1+’ credit rating affirmed
Community03/12/2018 4:47am
Credit rating agency, Standard and Poor's, has affirmed its AA long-term and A-1+ short-term credit rating...
Santa Parade Feedback and Apology from Organisers
Community03/12/2018 3:50am
On Sunday the Santa Parade was held in Nelson. While the large crowds enjoyed the sights...
Tickets on sale now for Nelson's Christmas Celebration
28/11/2018 10:44am
Following the success of last year’s new-look Christmas Celebration for our senior residents at the award...
Nelson City Council confirms its contribution to the Waimea Dam
Infrastructure27/11/2018 5:15pm
At a meeting today, Council confirmed its position on funding for the Waimea Dam. The $5...
Mayor expresses concern around the closure of Stoke Kiwibank branch
Community15/11/2018 10:24am
Mayor Rachel Reese has expressed her sincere concern regarding the announcement to close the Kiwibank and...
City Amenity Bylaw enforcement action taken
Services31/10/2018 10:44am
The benches on the Hardy Street frontage of the Nelson Provincial Museum have recently been occupied...
Work underway to address wastewater odours
Infrastructure26/10/2018 8:18am
Many Nelsonians will have noticed an unpleasant odour around the city over the past few...
Accessing older media releases
Services25/10/2018 2:23pm
Older media releases can be accessed on the Nelson City Council website.