

Nelson City Council has started developing a masterplan for the Haven Waterfront, setting out a shared, long-term vision for the prime waterfront area on Haven Road.

A new inner-city hotel and apartment complex is on the way for Nelson following the sale of the former bus hub on Bridge Street.


Nelson Tasman residents continue to support tourism and recognise the significant economic, cultural and environmental benefits visitors bring to the region, according to analysis of MBIE’s latest Tourism Sentiment Survey.

Construction has begun on a new storage facility for the region’s heritage collection in Richmond West, marking a major milestone for museums and heritage organisations across Nelson Tasman.
While festivals across Aotearoa scale back or disappear, one regional event in Whakatū Nelson is doing the opposite.


This month local businesses will be able to access free practical workshops to help strengthen performance, manage uncertainty and plan their next steps.

Takahē are roaming at the base of Onetahua Farewell Spit in Golden Bay after eight were moved there this week.