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Dominion Movement literature disturbs

Far right group literature was found distributed n the Nelson CBD and around NMIT.

Far-right sticker distribution slammed as 'hurtful propaganda'.

Amaltal denies illegal fishing

Fishing company Amaltal- the deepwater division of Talley's Group - has rejected suggestions of its vessel Apollo ...

A Talley's owned fishing company has denied charges of trawling in an unauthorised area of the Tasman Sea.

Muslims buoyed by compassion video

Mohammad,a young leader of Nelson Muslim community, shares his thoughts about the Christchurch tragedy and how people ...

A Nelson-based Muslim is urging people not to engage with any content online about violence or discussions around the terror attack.

Condolence book set up

Thousands of Nelsonians gathered last Sunday to mourn those that lost their lives during the Christchurch mass shooting.

Nelsonians are being invited to sign a book of condolence for those affected by the Christchurch terror attack.

Use your grief for change

Nissa Mowjood, here with her grandchild, said that the pain is felt by the whole muslim community, but at the same time, ...

We must remember the shock and pain we are feeling following the Christchurch terrorist attack and use it to make real change.

Diverse talents blend in vineyard venture

The St Pauli vineyard in Upper Moutere is a family project.

Have you heard about the solicitor, midwife, roofer and insurance broker?

Two injured in car crash

The car rolled on Weka St in Nelson.

One car was involved in the crash, rolling onto its roof in the middle of the road.

Next generation opera

Pasquale Orchard performing The Barber of Seville for Opera New Zealand's "Opera in Schools" programme.

Schoolkids from around Nelson got to experience a day at the opera at the Nelson Centre of Musical Arts on Monday.

Long goodbye nears end

David White published a second book in 2016 called Family Violence: Lifting New Zealand's Dark Cloud.

Anti-violence campaigner David White plans to end a tour of New Zealand by saying goodbye to his slain daughter.

Male volunteers needed for IHC

Dylan Lucas (left) and Frank Graham have been part of IHC's friendship programme for the past two years.

Intellectual disability advocate group IHC currently has a shortage of male volunteers for its one to one friendship programme.

Nelson eases water restrictions

The Wai-iti Community Dam at Kainui in Tasman district is less than 20 per cent full.

While Nelson City Council eases water restrictions, dry conditions remain across the wider region.

Standing up for Nelson Muslim community

The Nelson community showed their solidarity with the Christchurch shooting victims at a gathering at the Cathedral ...

Nelsonians are being invited to join hands around the Nelson mosque on Friday as a show of solidarity.

Kākā fledglings in Abel Tasman

A recently fledged kaka in the Abel Tasman National Park.

A wild male and captive bred female kākā have paired up and had four chicks in the Abel Tasman.

Animal Farm closing down

Paige Waldron pats a pony during a visit to the Animal Farm in Upper Moutere in 2016.

Changing personal circumstances force a Nelson animal park to close at the end of March.

Wastewater restrictions eased in Motueka

Motueka residents are being asked to limit wastewater use after a major break in the town's wastewater system.

Restrictions on wastewater use in Motueka lifted after a major break in the town's main wastewater pipe.

DJ shows to benefit Christchurch

Nelson DJ Mamadafunk (Sarah Crowther) will play two benefit gigs for those affected by Christchurch's mosque shooting at ...

DJs happy to put a new spin on shows as dance gigs turn into Christchurch attack fundraisers.

Conviction for indecent act

Vaughn William Tate was convicted of performing an indecent act on Collingwood St near the 7010 cafe.

A Nelson man who exposed himself in front of cafe staff has been convicted of performaning an indecent act.

Bryan Adams shines a light in Nelson

Bryan Adams dedicated his song Shine a Light at his Nelson concert to the victims of the Christchurch shooting.

Canadian rocker Bryan Adams took to the stage in Nelson on Saturday night, dedicating his Shine A Light song to the people of Christchurch.

Futsal dad queries girls' game allocation

Chris Leaper said the "antiquated approach" shown at the tournament "relegated the girls games to second place behind ...

Parent claims a foul over girls' game time at Tasman schools futsal tournament.

Petition seeks action on freedom camping video

People relax at the Alexander Bluff Road Reserve freedom camping site, near Motueka.

An online petition with more than 1000 signatures seeks intervention by the Ombudsman to force Tasman District Council to tighten some freedom camping rules.

Nelsonians gather for vigil video

A special service for the victims of Christchurch would be held this Friday.

There was a public outpouring of love and support for the Muslim community at a vigil in Nelson.

PM: 'Our gun laws will change'

An AR15 semi-automatic assault rifle. (File photo)

The AR15 semi-automatic rifle used in the Christchurch shootings is legal in NZ, but the high-capacity magazine is not.

Aiming high for Alison

Simon Starr is climbing Mt Everest Base Camp with his two sons as a tribute to his wife Alison who died of cancer last ...

Alison Starr didn't let cancer stop her following her dreams. Her family are honouring her fighting spirit with their own challenge.

Nelsonians united in grief

Nissa Mowjood says that the pain is felt by the whole Muslim community, but at the same time, they are being embraced by ...

In the wake of the Christchurch terror attacks, Nelson's outpouring of love and grief brings communities together.

Race Unity Day postponed

Race Unity Day performers Jisoo Jang, left, Jihyeon Yang, Michelle Zimmermann, Rebecca Amos, Hyelynn Shin, San Tin, ...

After discussions with police, organisers have postponed Race Unity Day until next Sunday.

Paddle out in support of Christchurch

Paddleboarders, surfers and kayakers paid homage to the victims of the Christchurch shootings with a ceremony at sea, at ...

Paddleboarders with flowers took to the water to pay their respects to those who died in the Christchurch terror attacks.

Unity day to honour victims

Saru Dhakal, left, Indira Pyakurel, and Shikha Niraula represent the Nepalese community during Race Unity Day in Nelson ...

Nelson's Race Unity Day is "more important than ever" in the wake of the Christchurch shootings, organisers say.

Feijoas all year? video

On holiday in Italy, Ian Wastney's interest was piqued by ingenious terracing. Back home in Nelson, he began experimenting.

An experiment that began in a dairy farmer's kitchen is about to take on the world.

Hubs sensible and overdue

Hubs could promote educational equality, and at the same time reduce the numbers of students who are being failed by the ...

Education Hubs are a sensible and overdue readjustment of Tomorrow's Schools, writes one Nelson principal.

Alert as measles cases spread

Health professionals are urging parents in Nelson and Marlborough to ensure their children have been vaccinated against ...

 As the measles outbreak spreads in the South Island, parents are encouraged to check their children's vaccination status.

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