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Trafalgar Centre contract variation agreed

Next stop Nelson Bus Hub – work at Millers Acre to start

Work to transform Millers Acre into the transport hub for Nelson in time for summer is due to start in July.

Rating Information Database available for public use

The Rating Information Database contains a record of all information required for the setting and assessing of rates and informing ratepayers.

Mayor's Message

The successful reintroduction of kiwi into the Brook Waimārama Sanctuary this month is a momentous conservation achievement for Nelson of which the city can be very proud.

Bridge Street design brings the ebb and flow of Whakatū to life

A revised design for Bridge Street has been released, incorporating changes informed by feedback including cycle links, parking and cultural design elements shaped by local iwi.

Tracks of time: Nelson's Railway Reserve history

In this article, Our Nelson takes a look at how it went from a rough, gravel-covered active train line to a smooth, sealed active transport corridor.

Time to update your dog registration details

Now's a great time to update your dog's details ahead of the 30 June 2025 registration date.

Trio of leading experts to lead Playspace Whakatū design and build

​Creo has been appointed as ‘end to end’ project lead to bring Playspace Whakatū to life, in partnership with Isthmus Group as design lead and supported by Kūmānu as the local build experts.

Bridge Street design brings the ebb and flow of Whakatū to life

A revised design for Bridge Street has been released as part of the Bridge to Better project.

Ungulate control and biodiversity in the Maitai and Roding catchments

An ungulate control operation will take place in the Maitai and Roding catchments from 12-23 May, essential for preserving and restoring biodiversity in these areas.

Upgraded Maitai campground gets new leaseholder

Nelson City Council has appointed Kiwi Cash Limited, trading as Penny, as the successful leaseholder to manage the Maitai Valley Motor Camp (MVMC) starting 1 June.

Halifax Street, Collingwood Street watermain upgrade

Largest citizenship ceremony on record

One hundred and sixty Nelson residents from 31 countries became New Zealand citizens.

Red House deconstruction to start

Red-stickered since the August 2022 weather event, work to remove the Red House on Rocks Road is scheduled to start on Monday, 4 May.

Stoke and Nightingale Library regular hours return

While some minor work is still ongoing, the library is ready to welcome you back to its usual schedule.

Councillor's Comment - Tim Skinner

As a Councillor and elected guardian of ratepayer’s hard-earned money, I have a responsibility to run the city and achieve good community outcomes.

Mayor's Message

​A question I am often asked by Nelsonians is how the role as Mayor compares to being an MP and Government Minister.

Music Mix is back for 2025

Nelson City Council, with Nelson Centre of Musical Arts and Multicultural Nelson Tasman, presents a series of weekly encounters with music and musicians.

Playful, creative ideas shared for Playspace Whakatū

More 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.

Jewels Shine at Nelson Jewellery Week

Proudly presented by Arts Council Nelson, Nelson Jewellery Week had Whakatū sparkling from 10–16 April 2025.