Rising son's cup pride
The Brave Blossoms' giant killing deeds at the Rugby World Cup have not surprised the Tasman Mako's Japanese import.
Garage sale for kea
Eleven-year-old Ana Hay and her friends are holding a garage sale to raise funds to help save kea from extinction.
Hutt wins Motueka ward role
Claire Hutt was trailing fellow candidate Barry Dowler until the special votes were counted.
Rain threatens parade
A decision will be made at 11am on Friday whether the Mask Parade and Carnivale will go ahead as planned.
Motorbike crash victim named
Tasman man Jason Walter Joseph Hull died when his bike crashed on the Neudorf Saddle.
Home listed as 'mini apartments'
Thinking they were renting to a family with kids, they were shocked to find property on TradeMe as 'mini-apartments'.
Affordable home dream dies
Nelson builder Jay Pope wanted to build his family a house. Now, that's out of reach.
Concerns ignored, polytech says
Proposed law change fails to address key concerns over tertiary education reform, NMIT says.
Returning mayor sets expectations
Returning mayor Rachel Reese on what could change in the chambers, how Nelson is placed to face big challenges, and the "huge honour" of a third term.
Grocery shoplifting spree
A Nelson woman attempted to steal more than $1000 worth of groceries over four occasions in August.
Motueka man crashes stolen car
Lucas Proctor stole a car while drunk and on police curfew, before crashing and rolling it 100m down the Takaka Hill.
Catchball catching on in Nelson
A women's sport that has exploded in popularity in the past 10 years in Israel has made its way to Nelson.
Motueka ward race close
Barry Dowler's initial lead of 85 over Claire Hutt has been pulled back to three as the final count looms.
Petition to keep 100kmh limit
Thousands petition NZTA to scrap lower speed limits on SH6, where 20 people have died in a decade.
Nelson mayoralty: Rachel Reese
Incumbent Nelson mayor Rachel Reese says she has unfinished business to keep the city progressing.
Nelson mayoralty: Mel Courtney
At 75 years old, Mel Courtney insists he's not too old to be Nelson's Mayor and would be a "steady hand on the tiller".
Nelson mayoralty:Tim Skinner
Mayoral candidate Tim Skinner wants the council to focus on core responsibilities and be an affordable place to "grow kids".
Nelson mayoralty: Bill Dahlberg
Bill Dahlberg has already spent decades working in the community, and hopes to keep up that work as the next mayor of Nelson.
Nelson mayoralty: Mike Ward
Mike Ward is running for mayor with a vision to make Nelson an inspiration for other centres.
Free yourself at gratis events
Leave your wallet at home and just bring an open mind - there's plenty of free events at the Nelson Arts Festival.
Gift gives lift to rescuers
A $31,000 donation will help two Nelson emergency groups buy gear to improve their services.
Hutt wins Motueka ward role
Claire Hutt was trailing fellow candidate Barry Dowler until the special votes were counted.
Free yourself at gratis events
Leave your wallet at home and just bring an open mind - there's plenty of free events at the Nelson Arts Festival.
Inner city cowboy
People used to tell Paul Fox to stop singing. Undeterred, the Nelson building inspector has released his first album.
Poignant and thought-provoking
The Nelson Musical Theatre has once again delivered with its latest performance, proving blood will always be thicker than water.
Other-worldly adventures
Award-winning science writers will be exploring what's above and beyond New Zealand.
Why speed cuts save lives
OPINION: A major shift is needed and it starts with how fast we are driving.
Ending election apathy
OPINION: With low voter turnout around the country, there's simple ways to re-engage eligible voters around the country.
Rights and thongs with SuperGold
An old dog learns some new, cheap tricks thanks to the wonders of the Super Gold card.
Better late than never
There is still time to have your say on your local council and have a valid reason to critique its performance for the next three years.
A democratic responsibility
OPINION: Countless people in countries overseas know the value of something we often treat casually.
Inner city cowboy
People used to tell Paul Fox to stop singing. Undeterred, the Nelson building inspector has released his first album.
Poignant and thought-provoking
The Nelson Musical Theatre has once again delivered with its latest performance, proving blood will always be thicker than water.
Bookmark this emotional journey
She's been to Bucharest and back for her kids, now Jonquil Graham's new book has detailed the ups and downs of raising teenagers from different backgrounds.
Musical hits the mark
REVIEW: Nelson Youth Theatre's latest offering "High School Musical" is delightful, funny and bright.
Loving our body shapes
OPINION: Dulkara Martig used to exercise compulsively, but found a love and respect for her body by heading outdoors.
