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Crowded house upsetting family

'There's no space. There's no privacy'

A Stoke family who live in an overcrowded Housing New Zealand house are desperately hoping for a transfer to a bigger home.
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Call for housing study

Families and over-65s are struggling to find affordable homes in Nelson.

More people on streets - researcher

Nelson's homeless problem is worsening as people struggle to find affordable accommodation, says a researcher.

Hospital tackles boiler smoke

Smoke from Nelson Hospital's boiler chimney that pollutes Nelson city will be reduced with a new $500,000 filter system.

Smith criticises council debt

Nelson MP urges councils to rethink their 10-year plans in light of forecasts of combined debt.

Class size moves decried

The region's schools will soon need to fit more kids on the mat, following moves announced ahead of next week's Budget.

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War behind net curtains

Waimea Village looks like a peaceful haven, but a row over rents is turning nasty.

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Brockie keen to make mark

Nelsonian Jeremy Brockie has signed a three-year deal with the Wellington Phoenix.

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Gym slips

Justine Jamieson's top tips to look trendy while working out.

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Inbox: the week on the web

Taxi Driver, Space Jam, Aziz Ansari - it's time for another web roundup.

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$50 voucher up for grabs

$50 voucher and gift to Nelson Beauty Therapy when you subscribe in May.

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Nelson newlyweds

More of your photos from recent weddings around the region.

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Readers' daily photo gallery

Stunning scenery and slices of life from around the Top of the South.

Wairoa crossing next for trail

Work has begun on a suspension bridge over the Wairoa River that will connect the cycle trail between Richmond and Brightwater.

Marketing material focus of review

The New Zealand Qualifications Authority will review the marketing material provided to international nursing students studying English language courses at the Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology.

World record bid in Youth Week

Glitz and glamour for Aly

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Surfers let rip for a swell break

It is often when the weather gets cold that the surf gets up in Nelson and Olin Pilcherwas one of a group who took advantage of a glassy swell.

Opportunity knocks for Panzer

Quinnipiac University is hoping Erik Panzer's proven leadership ability will help propel it to success in the coming American college football season.

New Zealand's next Lomu?

Last year Julian Savea looked lazy, uninterested and overrated.

Dean packs running shoes

Out to lift profile of game

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Veteran back with special car

An old friend's returning to Nelson.

War behind net curtains

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Machine designed for dangerous work

A Brightwater company has just produced a machine with the potential to make one of the most dangerous logging operations a lot safer.

Dairy awards winner 'stoked' with success

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Rediscovering the joy of music

Fleur Jackson's life so far reads like a varied music score, full of challenges, high notes and low notes. Anna Pearson reports.

A 'once-in-a lifetime' show for audience

deep end strap If you've ever wanted to see how a movie's made, Friday at 7.30pm could be your chance.

Glitz and glamour for Aly

She didn't take out the big prize, but Tasman musician Aly Cook walked the red carpet at the Sydney Opera House in style.

Playing for laughs now duo's career

Wizz enjoys 'sharing MJ'

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Acting on emotions

Nelson audiences will have the rare chance to see Sir Ian McKellen in the flesh when he performs at the Theatre Royal this Sunday.

In need of recognition

School students From one viewpoint, the news that Salisbury School might be "reviewed" out of existence comes as a shock.

Heroism forges bond

From the remnants of a little known wartime tragedy, new links have been forged between Nelson and a small German village.

Driving the message home

Maori seat suggestion gets my vote

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Changes a gamble for mayor

What to make of the latest ruction at the Nelson City Council?

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Newlyweds ' nesting impulse

Wellington couple Luke and Michaela Mills have created a nest together at Arthouse Architecture in Haven Rd.

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'Orphaned' choir to perform

A well-established choir orphaned by the devastating earthquakes in Christchurch will join Nelsonians in song at the Christ Church Cathedral this Saturday.

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Artist aims to stir emotions

Auckland artist and Nairobi Trio fiddler Richard Adams is on the hunt for one word with his paintings – beautiful.

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Weavers' creations take flight

Artworks depicting hot air balloons, airplanes and kites are among the items presenting the many facets of weaving at the Refinery Artspace.

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Remembering the fallen

Photos from Anzac Day ceremonies at Nelson, Motueka and Takaka

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Doggie day out

Scores of dogs and their owners gathered at Isel Park for the SPCA's 'Million Paws Walk'

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Nelson designers at WOW

The awards may have moved to Wellington, but the Nelson spirit still burns strong at WOW