Even after being forced from an uninhabitable home, Alyssa Lennon says her family is still trapped in mould and unsafe living conditions.
New Zealand
Mon, Nov 24
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The long awaited expansion of the Emergency Department was opened by the Health Minister earlier this month.
Health
Tue, Nov 18
Two buildings will be bowled on Nelson's waterfront after a council deal with the port progresses plans to revitalise the area.
Just a few weeks into a major infrastructure upgrade in central Nelson, local businesses were responding to the disruptions differently.
Wed, Nov 12
Just six and a half overs were played before rain took hold at Saxton Oval this afternoon.
Mon, Nov 10
The case was not linked to any previous infections, raising concerns about undetected measles circulating in the community.
Sun, Nov 9
The region has been rocked by job cuts in recent months.
Business
Fri, Nov 7
The largest section was opened today by Health Minister Simeon Brown, but it won't be fully operational until April.
Mon, Nov 3
The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) confirmed the millipede had been found in New Plymouth, and that it was also awaiting samples of a specimen from Nelson.
Environment
Sun, Nov 2
Returning mayor Nick Smith said recent closures and restructurings at large employers across the region had created the "toughest period in decades" for the local economy.
Fri, Oct 31
Nelson City Council's new forest manager is eager to contribute to the city's transition away from clear-fell commercial forestry.
Tue, Oct 28
It comes after thousands of households across the South Island were left without power this morning.
Thu, Oct 23
Flights have been cancelled and roads closed as a severe weather system sweeps over parts of the country.
Hayden Tasker appeared at the High Court in Wellington by video link from jail today.
Crime and Justice
Fri, Oct 17
There will be just three newcomers to the Nelson City Council as all the incumbents, including Smith, have retained their seats.
Mon, Oct 13
Last year, more than 20 retailers were forced to vacate the space at Nelson's 244 Hardy Street, after cladding issues left it earmarked for demolition.
Fri, Oct 10
On Friday Sealord announced plans to make part of its fishing operation seasonal, proposing to cut 59 roles.
Mon, Sep 29
The Molesworth Rampage was in its second year after raising $68,000 in 2024 for the Nelson Tasman Hospice and Nelson Cancer Society Tasman.
Sun, Sep 28
This proposal would lead to the disestablishment of 59 roles if it went ahead, and followed the proposed closure of its coated-fish factory earlier this month.
Fri, Sep 26
MetService meteorologist John Law said there would be more strong winds and heavy rain in store for the weekend.
Fri, Sep 19
Maria Best says the pain down her arms "is like being stung by a thousand bees on the inside".
Tue, Sep 16
Months after vanishing in severe flooding, Jack Robertson's bench was found 185km away on Waikanae Beach – near his grandparent's resting place.
Fri, Sep 12
Rubber chickens, water pistols, a golden cyclist, and a cover of “What’s Up?” by 4 Non Blondes – Nelson's ‘Not Your Normal Candidates’ Meeting’ lived up to its name once again.
Sat, Sep 6
Its closure would lead to the disestablishment of 79 permanent roles.
Fri, Sep 5
The recruitment drive follows recommendations from a 25-page review released in July, which outlined "significant" staffing issues.
Wed, Sep 3
