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Posted on Thursday 23 March 2023

Partnership success between Nelson Regional Development Agency and regional industry to secure Government seed funding for new project to strengthen Blue Economy Cluster

Nelson Regional Development Agency (NRDA) welcomes the Government’s announcement that it has received $500,000 over two years from the Sustainable Food and Fibre Futures Fund for the development of Moananui...

Posted on Monday 20 March 2023

The best wellness itineraries in Nelson Tasman

Just as all roads lead to Rome, a visit to the region is not quite complete without experiencing the world-famous Abel Tasman Coastal Track.

Posted on Monday 20 March 2023

Award winning makers, creators and curators in Nelson Tasman

Gin lovers will make the pilgrimage to Dancing Sands in Golden Bay. It’s one of New Zealand’s most awarded distilleries, using high-quality ingredients to create unique flavour profiles.

Posted on Monday 20 March 2023

Pioneering light footprint itineraries in Nelson Tasman

Nelson Tasman established a pioneering itinerary of a group of Zero Carbon and Climate Positive certified businesses as keen as you to protect our wild spaces.

Posted on Friday 10 March 2023

International visitors back with a bang

After a couple of very tough years for our visitor sector, the very welcome, faster than expected, return of our international visitors we have seen over the summer is backed...

Posted on Tuesday 10 January 2023

Nelson Tasman delivers – Whatever the Weather

Nelson is known for turning on the sunshine during summer, but never fear, whatever the weather, Nelson Tasman still delivers.

Posted on Wednesday 14 December 2022

Tourism operators collaborate to connect Nelson city and Abel Tasman National Park with a new, Better Bus service

A new initiative, the Better Bus has been launched by a collective of Abel Tasman Operators, led by Wine, Art and Wilderness, with the support of the Nelson Regional Development...

Posted on Friday 9 December 2022

A locals guide: Days to market in your diary

It’s no secret that summer is best spent in Nelson Tasman, but perhaps you’re unaware that we’re a quiet, crafty and creative bunch who love sharing our talents at one...

Posted on Thursday 8 December 2022

A locals guide: Carts, containers and cabins for coffee on the go

We love to support our small local businesses so check out some of our locals’ favourite spots to pop in for caffeine and treats on the run!

Posted on Thursday 20 October 2022

NRDA appoints three new Board members.

The Nelson Regional Development Agency (NRDA) is delighted to announce the appointment of three new board members.