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Come and support this community initiative, fun for all the family, no need for fancy cameras, you can take great photos with your I phones and tablets. Download the entry form or collect from Delicious Homewares store at Mapua wharf.
To mark the announcement of Wai-iti Dark Sky Park as an internationally recognised dark sky place, there will be star parties held at Wai-iti Recreation Reserve 437 Wakefield-Kohatu Highway, Wai-iti omn July 11 and 12 - please register on the darkskies.nz website for COVID-19 contact tracing … View moreTo mark the announcement of Wai-iti Dark Sky Park as an internationally recognised dark sky place, there will be star parties held at Wai-iti Recreation Reserve 437 Wakefield-Kohatu Highway, Wai-iti omn July 11 and 12 - please register on the darkskies.nz website for COVID-19 contact tracing purposes
First ‘Dark Sky Park’ Designation in NZ
Wai-iti Dark Sky Park has achieved international recognition, being endorsed by the International Dark Sky Association (IDA). It is the first location to receive the ‘Dark Sky Park’ designation in New Zealand.
Wai-iti Dark Sky Park covers 135 … View moreFirst ‘Dark Sky Park’ Designation in NZ
Wai-iti Dark Sky Park has achieved international recognition, being endorsed by the International Dark Sky Association (IDA). It is the first location to receive the ‘Dark Sky Park’ designation in New Zealand.
Wai-iti Dark Sky Park covers 135 hectares of Tasman District Council (TDC) land. It includes the Wai-iti Recreational Reserve and Tunnicliff Forest, just south of Wakefield.
“The Wai-iti Dark Sky Park has been established to preserve the area’s pristine night skies, as a place for pure enjoyment of the night sky, as well as for study of the night sky for scientific, artistic and amateur astronomy purposes,” says Ralph Bradley, chairman of the Top of the South Dark Sky Committee. “This is a small step to preserve the night sky for future generations. It is a place to teach and educate the community about the importance of the natural dark night sky for our own health and well-being and that of plants and animals in our environment.”
To celebrate this award, star parties will be held on the evenings of July 11 and 12 at the Wai-iti Recreation Reserve (weather permitting). All are welcome to attend and have a look through telescopes that will be set up in the Reserve. Astronomers will be on hand as star-guides and will explain why it is important to take action to reduce light pollution. Please register interest for these events on the Dark Skies Tasman website darkskies.nz so we have contact information for COVID-19 contact tracing precautions.
Matariki is observed in the week following this grand opening event, so right now the interest of many will be directed towards the night sky.
The Top of the South Dark Sky Committee, attached to the Nelson Science Society Astronomy Section, has worked on the application to have the Wai-iti Dark Sky Park officially recognised for the last five years. Tasman District Council Parks & Reserves, the Network Tasman Trust and Nelson Forest & Bird have contributed to the success of this project. Special thanks is also owed to the Nelson Science Society Astronomy Section and indeed the rest of the Nelson Science Society for their support.
To achieve its internationally recognised designation as Wai-iti Dark Sky Park, it had to be shown that the night sky at the park enjoyed a measurably high quality of darkness. It was also necessary to show the commitment of the local community as represented by the TDC to manage light pollution by agreeing to a Lighting Management Plan for the area.
The IDA has already recognised the Aoraki-Mackenzie Dark Sky Reserve, the Stewart Island/Rakiura Dark Sky Sanctuary, and the Aotea/Great Barrier Dark Sky Sanctuary with different dark sky place designations. Other groups are seeking designations for other locations. There are also on-going discussions as to what it would take for New Zealand to be recognised as a Dark Sky Nation.
The residents of Henrietta Way in Nelson overlooked the fine print about the ownership of the road when the subdivision was set up in 2005.
Now they're stuck with a $24,000 road repair bill shared between eight households, and want to warn people in similar situations not to make the same … View moreThe residents of Henrietta Way in Nelson overlooked the fine print about the ownership of the road when the subdivision was set up in 2005.
Now they're stuck with a $24,000 road repair bill shared between eight households, and want to warn people in similar situations not to make the same mistake they did.
Have you experienced a similar predicament with a private way? Let us know in the comments below.
A Nelson theatre company is worried it could be left $15,000 out-of-pocket if Ticket Rocket does not honour ticket sales to its two current productions.
Nelson Youth Theatre's school holiday productions opened on Thursday but the unresolved ticket issues have left it worried for its future.
The Garden Window opened its new Country Store in Washington Valley at the start of June, adding to its Greenmeadows Centre cafe in Stoke and established kiosk at the rear of Isel House.
Winter's here and are you noticing a lot more dew on your single glazed windows? Check out our video on how we can help you make your home warmer, drier and healthier all year round. Talk to our local team about how we can tailor a double glazing solution for your home. Get your no obligation … View moreWinter's here and are you noticing a lot more dew on your single glazed windows? Check out our video on how we can help you make your home warmer, drier and healthier all year round. Talk to our local team about how we can tailor a double glazing solution for your home. Get your no obligation free measure and quote here or call 0800 658 658.
Thanks to everyone who's been out supporting local business in these difficult times. We've been busy which has been great.
We are here to help, should you require any maintenance on your property.
Fencing | Decks | Gardening | Painting | & Everything in between
… View moreThanks to everyone who's been out supporting local business in these difficult times. We've been busy which has been great.
We are here to help, should you require any maintenance on your property.
Fencing | Decks | Gardening | Painting | & Everything in between
www.handydanpropertymaintenance.co.nz...
ph: 021 0839 2908
danieldoakley@gmail.com
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Hi everyone, I'm Lorna, a Stuff travel reporter. We're doing a story on how affordable travel within NZ is. For those of you who have travelled within the country post-lockdown, we'd like to hear whether you've been able to find suitable flights, accommodation and activities … View moreHi everyone, I'm Lorna, a Stuff travel reporter. We're doing a story on how affordable travel within NZ is. For those of you who have travelled within the country post-lockdown, we'd like to hear whether you've been able to find suitable flights, accommodation and activities within your budget. Do you think accommodation providers and tourism operators are doing enough to entice New Zealanders to explore their backyard? Please let us know in the comments below, your message may be used in our story.
Kids Workshop - Thursday, 9th July, 3.30pm - 4.30pm at Riverside Community Cultural Centre, 289 Main Road Lower Moutere. For children 7 years and older.
Come and get cheesy ;) A fun, hands on session in the Riverside kitchen for children 7 years old and up.
Tanja and Verena will show you how to … View moreKids Workshop - Thursday, 9th July, 3.30pm - 4.30pm at Riverside Community Cultural Centre, 289 Main Road Lower Moutere. For children 7 years and older.
Come and get cheesy ;) A fun, hands on session in the Riverside kitchen for children 7 years old and up.
Tanja and Verena will show you how to turn healthy, raw and local milk into that all time favourite, melt in your mouth pizza topping... Roll up your sleeves and knead some curds!
This workshop is proudly sponsored by the Riverside Community Trust. Please contact Tanja (education@riverside.org.nz) to discuss sponsorship options if you are struggling to meet the workshop fee.
Please note that we will be using Riverside Milk which is RAW milk and may not be suitable for everyone's consumption. The Ministry of Primary Industries advises the following: ‘Raw milk may contain microorganisms that can causeserious illness. To reduce the risk of illness, raw milk should be heated to at least 70 degree Celsius for one minute. This is critical for infants, young children, the elderly, pregnant women and people with weakened immune systems.’
As well as having our Home Stall in Richmond & doing door to door deliveries, we now sell Microgreens at Nelson Market every Saturday. prices from $6.
We currently have the following Microgreens available:
Broccoli
Tasty pea tendrils
Coriander
Rocket
Beetroot
Radish
Mizuna
Hoping to have more … View moreAs well as having our Home Stall in Richmond & doing door to door deliveries, we now sell Microgreens at Nelson Market every Saturday. prices from $6.
We currently have the following Microgreens available:
Broccoli
Tasty pea tendrils
Coriander
Rocket
Beetroot
Radish
Mizuna
Hoping to have more Sunflower in 2 weeks as well as Cress.
Please call Cheryl on 027 396 1505 to secure your orders or visit our stall at Nelson Market.
The Resene Upcycling Awards are coming back this month, the third year in a row! Watch this space and get prepared for the announcement; there are great prizes up for grabs.
Upcycling is the term used for taking a preloved item and transforming it - whether it's for a new purpose … View moreThe Resene Upcycling Awards are coming back this month, the third year in a row! Watch this space and get prepared for the announcement; there are great prizes up for grabs.
Upcycling is the term used for taking a preloved item and transforming it - whether it's for a new purpose altogether, or just to give it an ‘extreme makeover'. Consider using the school holidays to get Upcycling with the smaller members of your household - or use the next rainy day to drag out the paint and your creativity!
In the meantime, check out some of the creative cookies from last year.
If you’re hungry, please step away from your phone or monitor. Would you try this cheeseburger doughnut? Read more about the small NZ team with some big doughnut dreams below.
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