Port Nelson, Nelson

Have a browse...

Have a browse...

Check out what your neighbours are selling (or giving away!) here.

1516 days ago

Salad greens for sale (organically raised and grown)

Sally from The Brook

Variety of greens picked fresh from my garden.
100gm: $2
200gm: $3

Also I have some 'Cafe au Lait' dahlia tubers for sale.
Contact: Sally on 0211709443

1511 days ago

Do you get our free gardening ezine?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue we say avocados are the fruit we all long to grow. It’s time to plant salad greens in containers, inspire junior gardeners, turn lawns into new garden beds and repot and feed hippeastrums.

We list 10 trees to plant to attract birds to your garden for shelter and a … View more
In this week’s issue we say avocados are the fruit we all long to grow. It’s time to plant salad greens in containers, inspire junior gardeners, turn lawns into new garden beds and repot and feed hippeastrums.

We list 10 trees to plant to attract birds to your garden for shelter and a year-round food supply. Plus go in the draw for fertiliser and soil enhancer from Fodda and there’s another chance to win Mr Fothergill’s ultimate garden pack.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1511 days ago

Ken the kea has been making himself at home in suburban Nelson

Samantha Gee Reporter from The Nelson Mail

In the last few weeks, a number of residents in north Nelson have seen Ken, a young male kea, who has made himself at home in people's gardens and even trying his luck trying to get inside. Have you seen Ken? Or had an close up encounter with a kea?

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1511 days ago

Roadworks awaken 'anarchist tendencies' in drivers

Skara Bohny Reporter from The Nelson Mail

Hard to miss the roadworks at the Vanguard St/Rutherford Rd intersection - have they disrupted your drive at all? Yesterday the road had to be reopened after so many drivers ignored the road signs to drive through anyway. Did you see any dodgers (or dodge the signs yourself)?

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1511 days ago

We need you!

The Team from New Zealand Red Cross Shops

Hi,

We are looking for volunteers who are keen to support us and our friendly team.
If you are passionate about retail, and you’d like to use that drive to help your community, then you are exactly who we are looking for.
This is an exciting opportunity to utilize your skills, meet amazing … View more
Hi,

We are looking for volunteers who are keen to support us and our friendly team.
If you are passionate about retail, and you’d like to use that drive to help your community, then you are exactly who we are looking for.
This is an exciting opportunity to utilize your skills, meet amazing people and learn new things. If you’re keen to help and join our team, click on the "Read More" button below to apply to your Red Cross Shop at Vanguard Street in Nelson.

We are looking forward to hearing from you!

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1511 days ago

What is double glazing?

RetroFit Double Glazing - Nelson

What is double glazing? We’ve put together some information that might help you with your research if you're considering getting retrofit double glazing click here to read. If you’re interested, we offer a free no obligation quote click here or call us on 0800 658 658.

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1511 days ago

Paint a hat box

The Team from Resene ColorShop Nelson

Turn a cardboard lidded hat box into a stylish piece of home décor using Resene testpots, with a tribal twist.

When painting with a tribal theme, throw perfection out the window and embrace crooked lines, texture, and less than perfect paint techniques to get a more organic result.

Make the most… View more
Turn a cardboard lidded hat box into a stylish piece of home décor using Resene testpots, with a tribal twist.

When painting with a tribal theme, throw perfection out the window and embrace crooked lines, texture, and less than perfect paint techniques to get a more organic result.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own

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1513 days ago

Maitai demonstrators take 'keep it rural' message to council

Tim Newman Reporter from The Nelson Mail

More than 100 people turned out at Civic House on Tuesday to show the Nelson City Council their opposition to a proposed housing development in the Kaka/Maitai Valley.

Is the Kaka Valley a suitable spot for a new subdivision, or do the costs outweigh the potential benefits?

Let us know your … View more
More than 100 people turned out at Civic House on Tuesday to show the Nelson City Council their opposition to a proposed housing development in the Kaka/Maitai Valley.

Is the Kaka Valley a suitable spot for a new subdivision, or do the costs outweigh the potential benefits?

Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.

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1512 days ago

Really tasty pizza from Salvito's on Hardy Street

Marcia from The Wood

Just grabbed a couple of pieces for lunch from Jonnys new pizza bar.
Was soo very good I thought I should share with the Neighbourhood.
www.salvitos.nz... for hours etc

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1512 days ago

Raising Teenage Girls

Shelley from Stoke

Are you concerned about raising your daughter in today’s world? Worried about the changes in store for you and her, the mood swings, the pressures and dangers they face, and confused with all the conflicting advice on how to get through the teen years?

Would you like to hear from someone who’s… View more
Are you concerned about raising your daughter in today’s world? Worried about the changes in store for you and her, the mood swings, the pressures and dangers they face, and confused with all the conflicting advice on how to get through the teen years?

Would you like to hear from someone who’s been there, done that, and has survived with their marriage, sense of humor and sanity (mostly) intact?

www.eventbrite.co.nz...

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1513 days ago

Attacked and disappeared - pet owner wants her Jasmine back

Carly Gooch Reporter from The Nelson Mail

Janette Schwass's beloved rottweiler was attacked at Saxton Field two weeks ago and hasn't been seen since. Could you help get Jasmine back to her family?

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1512 days ago

Free Summer Hill Stone

Denise & Peter from Stoke

Free, Summer Hill Stone, around 50 variable sizes available. Must take all, need them gone. Thanks.

Free

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1513 days ago
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1513 days ago

Brand new loo brush and 3 spare brush heads.

Carol from Todds Valley

Lakeland contour toilet brush in original box brand new, with 3 spare brush heads. Was around $36 new and brush heads were around $12 for 2. Asking $20 for the lot ONO. Light cream holder with clear plastic handle. Carol 5487415 or PM me

Negotiable

1513 days ago

Hard row to hoe to meet 2050 zero carbon target?

Katy Jones Reporter from The Nelson Mail

Some businesses like Port Nelson are struggling to work out how to meet their obligations under the Zero Carbon Bill, to become carbon neutral within 30 years. The Port expects to offset its carbon emissions over the next decade, as it can't yet use or afford green technology like electric … View moreSome businesses like Port Nelson are struggling to work out how to meet their obligations under the Zero Carbon Bill, to become carbon neutral within 30 years. The Port expects to offset its carbon emissions over the next decade, as it can't yet use or afford green technology like electric tugs and cranes or biofuel. What do you think needs to happen to help businesses and individuals cut their carbon footprint?

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