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Councillor's Comment: Aaron Stallard.

Mayor's Message

A homecoming for four cherished Catholic statues

Council to investigate combined Civic Hub facility on Church St

Elected members have selected Church Street as the potential location for Nelson's new combined Community Hub, Library and Civic Space

Pest Patrol: Boneseed - help us finish the job

This spring and summer, residents in Stepneyville, Moana, Washington Valley and Britannia Heights can help stop this coastal pest plant from spreading.

Marsden forestry harvest to begin

Council contractor Stand Forestry will start harvesting pine trees at the southern end of the Marsden forestry block in mid-November

Keep an eye out for kākā

Since being released, the kākā have been exploring their surroundings, including the bush around the sanctuary and reserves and gardens in town.

Nelson closer to becoming a UNESCO city of Crafts and Folk Art

A little splash of colour!

Unicorns, rainbows and other colourful designs brightened up some little faces on Bridge Street.

Rare beetle find shows the value of our hill country forests

For Marlborough science and biology teacher Mark Anderson, finding out what lives on the forest floor of the hills above Whakatū has become his mission.

Big Spring Street Party comes to Nelson

Whakatū Nelson's city centre will come alive with creativity, music and entertainment this weekend.

Pasefika Festival draws thousands

Councillor's Comment: Mel Courtney

From forgotten heritage to a living waterfront

Mayor's Message: The worm has turned

I am more confident about Nelson’s economic outlook than I have been in years.

Nelson Aquatics celebrates awards as membership grows

Nelson Aquatics has won three major honours at the 2026 CLM Awards.

A Nelson toy story

The Toy Library in Stoke has given families access to more than just toys over the years.

Aramoana paving begins in Bridge Street

Bridge Street’s new streetscape is starting to take shape.

Weather radar site announced

Help shape the Haven waterfront's future

Nelson City Council has a draft plan for the Haven waterfront – the Council-owned land and buildings along the water, from Collins Street to Victoria Road. It is called a masterplan.

Four years on: Nelson's slip recovery programme complete