The Brook, Nelson

1605 days ago

Waimea Inlet work given financial boost

Cherie Sivignon Reporter from The Nelson Mail

Twin projects aimed at enhancing the internationally significant Waimea Inlet have jointly received $1.6 million from the Government. How important is the estuary? Have you helped to plant any trees around its margins?

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1605 days ago

Neighbours rouse occupant of burning house

Cherie Sivignon Reporter from The Nelson Mail

A man who escaped a burning house says he might have died if neighbours hadn't woken him. He now says he will check smoke alarms everywhere he goes. Do you have working smoke alarms? How often do you check them?

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1605 days ago

What bonus items have you found in op shop purchases?

Carly Gooch Reporter from The Nelson Mail

As op shopping becomes a past time for many, some have discovered the unexpected in their bargains including old money in handbags, jewelry in socks and letters in chairs. What have you found in your second-hand store find that wasn't meant to be there? You may be contacted for the full story … View moreAs op shopping becomes a past time for many, some have discovered the unexpected in their bargains including old money in handbags, jewelry in socks and letters in chairs. What have you found in your second-hand store find that wasn't meant to be there? You may be contacted for the full story to contribute to an article.

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1605 days ago

Have you subscribed to our free ezine yet?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello gardeners,

In this week’s issue of Get Growing, we discuss the best fruit to grow for preserves and meet the herb expert who’ll help you get a good night’s sleep. Plus harvest cauliflowers; prepare for spring sowing; clear gutters and drains; don’t sacrifice flower buds; and add … View more
Hello gardeners,

In this week’s issue of Get Growing, we discuss the best fruit to grow for preserves and meet the herb expert who’ll help you get a good night’s sleep. Plus harvest cauliflowers; prepare for spring sowing; clear gutters and drains; don’t sacrifice flower buds; and add crunch to salads and snacks.
Follow our guide to plants to sow and grow this month and nominate a Houseplant Hero. Go in the draw for Calathea rufibarba plants and garden gloves from Palmers and be in to win a room makeover from NZ House & Garden and Resene.

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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1605 days ago

A DIY project using kitchen utensils?!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Nelson

Take retro inspiration from old kitchen utensils that you can no longer use and turn them into cute and quirky artworks!

Make the most of this weekend with this easy project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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1605 days ago

Bikers and businesses gain from harvest delay

Carly Gooch Reporter from The Nelson Mail

The Brook/Codgers area is staying open for recreation due to tree harvesting being delayed until next year.

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1605 days ago

Dust off the masks for the annual parade - Carnivale back on for October

Skara Bohny Reporter from The Nelson Mail

Nelson council's community services committee has approved $100,000 to fund this year's Mask Parade after Covid disrupted the planning stages. The Nelson Arts Festival Trust is organising an impromptu 'season of the arts' starting in the next few weeks which will end with the … View moreNelson council's community services committee has approved $100,000 to fund this year's Mask Parade after Covid disrupted the planning stages. The Nelson Arts Festival Trust is organising an impromptu 'season of the arts' starting in the next few weeks which will end with the parade. Will you be going along? Have you missed the arts events cancelled by Covid?

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1606 days ago

Richmond Old Time Dance

Richard from Richmond

We are holding our dance on the Saturday 18th July as usual in the Richmond Town Hall, Cambridge Street.
730pm - 11pm
We currently cannot advertise in the Newspaper, so please pass this message on to those who might be interested
Thank you, Richard Wakelin
03 5444120

1607 days ago

Generation Pandemic: How has Covid-19 affected your children?

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

This week we're looking at how the pandemic will affect our children and their resilience. The Sunday Star-Times wants to hear from children about how they've been impacted by Covid-19 and lockdown. Perhaps they've learned more about hand washing and germs, or maybe they want to talk… View moreThis week we're looking at how the pandemic will affect our children and their resilience. The Sunday Star-Times wants to hear from children about how they've been impacted by Covid-19 and lockdown. Perhaps they've learned more about hand washing and germs, or maybe they want to talk about having mum or dad home more often, or learning from home. Kids can write a sentence or two to be included in print by emailing kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz, by Friday, July 10, at 5pm. Their first names and ages may be used in print. Parents, if you're happy for your children to be photographed please let us know.

1606 days ago

Our ever popular crossbody bags are back in stock.

Mary Jane from Lemon Tree Lane

Lots of different colours, shapes and styles - all one price just $19.90 each

We also have new stock of scarves and jewellery so pop in for a browse!

To see more of our range check out our website www.lemontreelane.co.nz...

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1607 days ago

Holiday Horse Riding Programme

Jim Kennard from Whakatu Riding for the Disabled Association

We had so much fun today, so awesome seeing our holiday program kids enjoying a day of pony care and riding!
We still have a couple more spaces available this week if you are keen to join us for some pony fun!
Thursday is for 2 1/2 hours of pony care and riding, while Friday is for 15 or 25 minute … View more
We had so much fun today, so awesome seeing our holiday program kids enjoying a day of pony care and riding!
We still have a couple more spaces available this week if you are keen to join us for some pony fun!
Thursday is for 2 1/2 hours of pony care and riding, while Friday is for 15 or 25 minute pony rides.
Get in touch ASAP to secure a spot!
Call Pam on 021743344 now

On Saturday 1 August the horses will all have their annual birthday, with cakes (including horsey ones!), food, riding displays and fun for all, come and join us!

If you want to suypport us, you can do that through Givealittle - our riders need this therapy and the horses need all the support you can give. Thank you!

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1607 days ago

Exercise Bike for Sale

Caz from Toi Toi - Washington Valley

Bike in great condition, used only about 6 times at most in last few years!

Price: $100

1607 days ago

Modest growth for Nelson house values as QV figures released

Tim O'Connell Reporter from The Nelson Mail

Nelson’s house values have experienced a “modest” growth as the local market looks to recover post-lockdown.

According to the June 2020 QV House Price Index (HPI) results released on Wednesday, Nelson’s values increased by 5.9 per cent over the last 12 months and 0.6 per cent over the last… View more
Nelson’s house values have experienced a “modest” growth as the local market looks to recover post-lockdown.

According to the June 2020 QV House Price Index (HPI) results released on Wednesday, Nelson’s values increased by 5.9 per cent over the last 12 months and 0.6 per cent over the last quarter.

The average house value is now $661,345.

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1607 days ago

Wai-iti stargazing site receives international Dark Sky Park recognition

Tim O'Connell Reporter from The Nelson Mail

The International Dark Sky Association has accredited Wai-iti Recreation Reserve and Tunnicliff Forest with the status.

The park covers 135 hectares of Tasman District Council (TDC) land, located 4km south of Wakefield, and is the first such location in New Zealand to accompany existing … View more
The International Dark Sky Association has accredited Wai-iti Recreation Reserve and Tunnicliff Forest with the status.

The park covers 135 hectares of Tasman District Council (TDC) land, located 4km south of Wakefield, and is the first such location in New Zealand to accompany existing IDA-recognised Dark Sky Reserves and Sanctuaries in Aoraki-Mackenzie, Stewart Island/Rakiura and Aotea/Great Barrier.

Free "star parties" will be held on the evenings of July 11 and 12 at
the Wai-iti Recreation Reserve (weather permitting) to celebrate the announcement.

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1607 days ago

Queen Tattersfield Mattress . VGC

Kara from Hope

Queen Mattress shown in very good condition. Just selling cause we have upgraded and surplus to requirements now.
No rips or tears (that I can see quickly looking over it, cause it's in storage)
The line across it is just a crease line from storage.
Nice Quilted outer.

Is listed elsewhere.
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Queen Mattress shown in very good condition. Just selling cause we have upgraded and surplus to requirements now.
No rips or tears (that I can see quickly looking over it, cause it's in storage)
The line across it is just a crease line from storage.
Nice Quilted outer.

Is listed elsewhere.

Phone 021 866 931.

Price: $90

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