Nelson, Nelson

2573 days ago

Nominate your neighbourhood's Santa - comment below!

Reporter Sunday Star Times

We are on the hunt for New Zealand's most original, even legendary, Santas - can you help?? This will be someone that embodies the big guy with the white beard year round and who people in your neighbourhood often refer to as Santa.

Obviously, this person will also be the one that is called … View more
We are on the hunt for New Zealand's most original, even legendary, Santas - can you help?? This will be someone that embodies the big guy with the white beard year round and who people in your neighbourhood often refer to as Santa.

Obviously, this person will also be the one that is called upon each year to don the red suit to go out and about posing for photos, handing out presents and just be an all-around nice charitable person.

If you know of someone, please leave us a comment with your details and how we can get in touch with your local Santa. COMMENT BELOW!

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2585 days ago

Is the rent in Nelson too high?

Reporter The Nelson Mail

Recent government stats show the average rental price for a property in Nelson has gone up to $383 per week, an increase of $29 since 2017. What are rental prices like in your area? Is it a struggle to find an affordable rental property?

Let us know in the comments section below - we may get in … View more
Recent government stats show the average rental price for a property in Nelson has gone up to $383 per week, an increase of $29 since 2017. What are rental prices like in your area? Is it a struggle to find an affordable rental property?

Let us know in the comments section below - we may get in touch with you later.

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2573 days ago

FREE Rabbit Hutch

Armando from Nelson South

Hi neighbours,
I am cleaning up my backyard and I have rabbit hutches (4) for free. Just pick it up. It's not new and may need some touches to be ready but I cleaned up as much I could. I have some chicken netting for free as well.

2572 days ago

*WIN* a Christmas book pack!

Simon & Schuster

Click LIKE or THANK to go into a draw to win a pack of five best-selling books!

The pack includes Cassandra Clare’s brand new blockbuster, Queen of Air and Darkness, the epic finale to The Dark Artifices series; the ever-popular Kate Furnivall returns with her deeply moving The Survivors; … View more
Click LIKE or THANK to go into a draw to win a pack of five best-selling books!

The pack includes Cassandra Clare’s brand new blockbuster, Queen of Air and Darkness, the epic finale to The Dark Artifices series; the ever-popular Kate Furnivall returns with her deeply moving The Survivors; In Pieces is actress Sally Field’s haunting and powerful memoir; Fear is the inside story of President Trump, as only Bob Woodward can tell it; and finally, take a peek into Reese Witherspoon’s world with the beautiful Whiskey in a Teacup.

Simply click LIKE or THANK to enter! Goodluck!

T&Cs apply.
See more books!

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2573 days ago

Poll: Kia ora, Merry Christmas

Barnaby Sharp Reporter from The Nelson Mail

It's that time of the year when Christmas parades delight Kiwi kids across the nation. But down here, we seem to do them with a twist.
In Nelson, children were left confused and upset by our multicultural Santa, Hana Kōkō. Did you head along and what were your thoughts? Progressive or … View more
It's that time of the year when Christmas parades delight Kiwi kids across the nation. But down here, we seem to do them with a twist.
In Nelson, children were left confused and upset by our multicultural Santa, Hana Kōkō. Did you head along and what were your thoughts? Progressive or pointless?
www.stuff.co.nz...

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Kia ora, Merry Christmas
  • 1.4% It's awesome and about time
    1.4% Complete
  • 73.8% I'm a traditionalist, leave it alone
    73.8% Complete
  • 24.8% Have them both
    24.8% Complete
145 votes
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2575 days ago

Green Meadows

Barry from Stoke

All is well in Stoke,Our new facility is nearing completion and I read that opening may be in the new year.Hooray!.My only hope is that Tasman people dont have to suffer the embarrassment and incompetence on there big impending project.Good luck and merry xmas....

2572 days ago

The SuperSeniors newsletter is out now!

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

The December edition of the SuperSenior newsletter is out now! It's filled with all the latest news and Super Gold Card offers

In this issue we talk about the changes to GP fees. If you have a Community Services Card you may be entitled to cheaper doctor visits.

Need some … View more
Hi Neighbours!

The December edition of the SuperSenior newsletter is out now! It's filled with all the latest news and Super Gold Card offers

In this issue we talk about the changes to GP fees. If you have a Community Services Card you may be entitled to cheaper doctor visits.

Need some motivation in the kitchen? Try our delicious Mexican Salsa Salad from the NZ Nutrition Foundation.

To subscribe, follow this link: bit.ly...

To view the current edition go to superseniors.msd.govt.nz...

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2572 days ago

Poll: Push for safe walking/cycling around Nelson's waterfront

Skara Bohny Reporter from The Nelson Mail

What do you think about NZTA's push for quicker development of safe walking/cycling around Nelson's waterfront? Vote and tell us what you think in the comments!
The next step of the Southern Link Investigation will take ten years to produce real results, but safer shared pathways could be… View more
What do you think about NZTA's push for quicker development of safe walking/cycling around Nelson's waterfront? Vote and tell us what you think in the comments!
The next step of the Southern Link Investigation will take ten years to produce real results, but safer shared pathways could be coming to the waterfront much sooner, as NZTA looks into that separately from and simultaneously to their Southern Link work.
(Image: Councillor Matt Lawrey's sons on the narrow waterfront footpath)

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Push for safe walking/cycling around Nelson's waterfront
  • 81.6% Great! We've been waiting too long
    81.6% Complete
  • 18.4% NZTA should keep SLI+waterfront linked
    18.4% Complete
38 votes
2590 days ago

Poll: Should Waimea Road near Bishopdale be 50kmh?

Skara Bohny Reporter from The Nelson Mail

The council is putting out for consultation a proposal to reduce the speed limit near Bishopdale from 70kmh to 50kmh, but councillor Tim Skinner says it seems the decision is "fait accompli".

What do you think? Should the speed limit be reduced? Does it sound like the decision has … View more
The council is putting out for consultation a proposal to reduce the speed limit near Bishopdale from 70kmh to 50kmh, but councillor Tim Skinner says it seems the decision is "fait accompli".

What do you think? Should the speed limit be reduced? Does it sound like the decision has already been made?

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Should Waimea Road near Bishopdale be 50kmh?
  • 25.1% Yes, reduce it; it'll happen anyway
    25.1% Complete
  • 12.8% Yes, reduce it; decision isn't made yet
    12.8% Complete
  • 30% No, keep it 70; but it'll happen anyway
    30% Complete
  • 32% No, keep it 70; decision isn't made yet
    32% Complete
203 votes
2573 days ago

Travel

James from Richmond

Heya everyone, I just released a short piece on what I want from travel, check it out here thepassionateenthusiast.com...

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2573 days ago

Mustang Parts

Eleanor & Ross from Richmond

Assorted 65/66 mustang parts . Pair coil spring seats (new), pair upper suspension arm shaft kite (new), underdash fog light wiring kit (new), firewall insulation kit (new), wiring diagram book, radio,driving lights (generic) , fuel cap, assorted badges, 2 inside door handles$100 ono Less

Price: $80

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2575 days ago

Blog - Self Improvement.

James from Richmond

Heya everyone, I have just released a heading on self improvement, go on and check it out.
Also leave a follow as it would really help heaps :)
To check it out click on the link below.
the-enthusiast-online.com...

2574 days ago

Who's ready for our December National Campaign?! 😁🎁

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

This month, we want to challenge everyone to come together and help those in need this holiday season. With so much going on this time of year it’s easy to get caught up in the festivities and forget about those having a difficult time.

From elderly neighbours with no one to celebrate with to … View more
This month, we want to challenge everyone to come together and help those in need this holiday season. With so much going on this time of year it’s easy to get caught up in the festivities and forget about those having a difficult time.

From elderly neighbours with no one to celebrate with to homeless families and those with disabilities struggling to just get by, reach out to someone who could use a helping hand and remind them what the holiday spirit is all about!

Share your photos and experiences using the following hashtag so we can see what you got up to.

#NSNZhelpinghands

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2574 days ago

Platform/elevator British trainers shoes - 4 inches.

James from Richmond

British trainers/platform shoes (red).
Size: says 8 but more like just under 8.
Adds: 4 inches

Price: $100

2574 days ago

two side armchairs (color: beige)

James from Richmond

Two side armchairs (color: beige)
Legs are in low - mid worn condition but are still capable of holding its weight.
There are a few stains though easily washable, no tears and wear throughout.
Caution: do not rock or sway a lot on the chairs since it ruins the legs of the chairs.
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Two side armchairs (color: beige)
Legs are in low - mid worn condition but are still capable of holding its weight.
There are a few stains though easily washable, no tears and wear throughout.
Caution: do not rock or sway a lot on the chairs since it ruins the legs of the chairs.
Comfortability: extremely soft and comfortable.

Negotiable

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