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...
Bee Card FAQ: Nelson's new electronic bus card explained
Infrastructure14/07/2020 11:20am
From 3 August passengers will be able to pay for their travel using the new Bee...
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 open for applications from Monday
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.