All News, Notices and Media Releases
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Largest citizenship ceremony on record
NewsOne hundred and sixty Nelson residents from 31 countries became New Zealand citizens.
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Red House deconstruction to start
NewsRed-stickered since the August 2022 weather event, work to remove the Red House on Rocks Road is scheduled to start on Monday, 4 May.
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Stoke and Nightingale Library regular hours return
NewsWhile some minor work is still ongoing, the library is ready to welcome you back to its usual schedule.
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Councillor's Comment - Tim Skinner
NewsAs a Councillor and elected guardian of ratepayer’s hard-earned money, I have a responsibility to run the city and achieve good community outcomes.
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Mayor's Message
NewsA question I am often asked by Nelsonians is how the role as Mayor compares to being an MP and Government Minister.
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Music Mix is back for 2025
NewsNelson City Council, with Nelson Centre of Musical Arts and Multicultural Nelson Tasman, presents a series of weekly encounters with music and musicians.
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Playful, creative ideas shared for Playspace Whakatū
NewsMore than 700 people have had their say on Playspace Whakatū, the new playground set to take pride of place in Whakatū Nelson’s Rutherford Park.
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Jewels Shine at Nelson Jewellery Week
NewsProudly presented by Arts Council Nelson, Nelson Jewellery Week had Whakatū sparkling from 10–16 April 2025.
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Pop-up Park elements find new home
NewsPlay equipment from the Pop-Up Park on Halifax Street, which closed earlier this year, is moving to Founders Heritage Park.
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Whakatū Nelson events in the spotlight
NewsThis year’s Tuku 25 Whakatū events have been a vibrant celebration of our region’s cultural heritage.
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Protecting Nelson: Council's flood response measures
NewsMedia ReleasesFlood management is a critical focus for Nelson City Council. With the Maitai River catchment and other flood-prone areas requiring special attention.
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Recent storm tests Nelson’s rebuilt infrastructure
NewsMedia ReleasesAfter the August 2022 severe weather event Nelson City Council committed to building back better, increasing our infrastructure’s resilience to flooding and heavy rain.
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Little spotted kiwis moving to Brook Waimārama Sanctuary
NewsMedia ReleasesForty little spotted kiwi/kiwi pukupuku are being introduced to the Brook Waimārama Sanctuary this May.
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Have your say on freedom camping
NewsElected members approved consultation on a new Responsible Camping Bylaw at a Council meeting on Thursday, 3 April.
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Music Mix 2025
NewsNelson City Council, with Nelson Centre of Musical Arts and Multicultural Nelson Tasman, presents a series of weekly encounters with music and musicians.
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Nelson City Council proposes new Responsible Camping Bylaw
NewsMedia ReleasesElected members will be asked to approve consultation on a new Responsible Camping Bylaw at a Council meeting on Thursday, 3 April.
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A treasure trove of climate innovation
NewsMedia ReleasesThree fierce dragons, four brave contestants, and a room full of Nelson’s business and climate leaders gathered at The Boathouse last week for a climate change themed Dragons’ Den.
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Positive Ageing Expo
NewsIf you’ve said, “Goodbye tension, hello pension” then a trip to The Positive Ageing Expo might be for you.
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Councillor's Comment - Matty Anderson
NewsFakaalofa atu. Alofa is love in Niuean – that is hello in my language.
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eBus detour - Halifax Street, Collingwood Street watermain upgrade
NewsContractors will soon begin work on the watermain upgrade across Collingwood Street and Halifax Street.
