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More improvements for Tahunanui Reserve
Posted by Nelson City Council on 8 March 2010
Nelson City Council has appointed local contractor Oldfields to continue work on improving the road layout and pedestrian access at the Tahunanui Reserve. This project builds on the work Council carried out last year to upgrade facilities at the Reserve. The bulk of the work is to simplify the road layout around Natureland and improve access for pedestrians and cyclists.…
Council discussing final changes to draft Annual Plan
Posted by Nelson City Council on 4 March 2010
Nelson City Council will meet early next week to finalise the draft 2010-2011 Annual Plan before it is released for public consultation at the end of this month. Mayor Kerry Marshall says, “I expect there’ll be quite lively discussion on the finer details of the Plan before we finalise the draft for release. At this stage we are signalling a few additions, but basically it’s a steady-as-she-goes approach to the work plan set in our ten year Nelson Community Plan last year.…
Community Spirit Awards launched
Posted by Nelson City Council on 24 February 2010
Nelson City Council is taking the opportunity to recognise and reward our most outstanding residents with the Community Spirit Awards 2010. Mayor Kerry Marshall says “From the many selfless volunteers in community groups and sports clubs, to our outstanding inventors, innovators and athletes, there are things happening throughout the community that put Nelson on the national and even the international map. The Community Spirit Awards are a way for Nelson City Council to celebrate those groups and people that enhance our wonderful lifestyle.…
Moller Fountain Reveals its true Colours tomorrow
Posted by Nelson City Council on 23 February 2010
Haven Road’s Moller Fountain is set to reveal its new lights and water displays. A loved feature since the 1940s, the fountain was drained before Christmas to allow the installation of a new microprocessor to control the timing and pattern of the display and service the water jets. The shutdown was also an ideal time for a new paint job, with the local community pitching in to help.…
Community work helps Nelson's heritage
Posted by Nelson City Council on 17 February 2010
Corrections Community Work Supervisor Jeff Starling and offenders serving community work sentences are playing a vital role in keeping Nelson’s heritage assets in good shape. Nelson City Council welcomes their help in such places as historic cemeteries, public parks and Founders Heritage Park, and values the good working relationship with the Department of Corrections. On Friday 19 February the workers will be digging in heritage trail markers at Wakapuaka Cemetery that have been marked out by Council Sexton Alistair Papps and Arts & Heritage Team Leader Debbie Daniell-Smith.…
Singing the praises of Nelson Opera in the Park
Posted by Nelson City Council on 15 February 2010
Feedback from Saturday night’s Nelson Opera in the Park is reinforcing the free entry and new sea side venue as a winning formula. Although attendance numbers are yet to be finalised, it’s expected the crowd number will break all previous records. Nelson Mayor Kerry Marshall says what really impressed him was the programme catered to all tastes.…
Glamour comes to Go By Bike Day
Posted by Nelson City Council on 15 February 2010
Fashion tips will go hand in hand with cycling tips for Go by Bike Day on Wednesday 17 February. This year as well as a free breakfast and some great giveaways for everyone cycling to work or school, fabulous frocks will be paired with safety helmets. Deputy Mayor Rachel Reese will be taking part in some cycle friendly stylish attire to show that cycling can be glamorous and there is no need to dress in “nowhere to hide” lycra.…
Rivers monitored for toxic algae
Posted by Nelson City Council on 11 February 2010
Nelson City Council is undertaking an ongoing monitoring programme on the look out for the blue-green algae that produces the toxin cyanobacteria. The presence of this toxin led to warning against swimming dogs in rivers last summer. This is a naturally occurring toxic algae is always present in rivers during this time of year but can bloom to dangerous levels if the conditions are right (warm temperatures and low river flows).…
Extra tickets released for Opera in the Park
Posted by Nelson City Council on 10 February 2010
The huge popularity of this Saturday night’s Nelson Opera in the Park has led to the release of a further 5,000 tickets. Nearly 15,000 tickets have been issued for the event, giving free entry to the new venue at the Tahunanui Domain. It’s the first year Opera in the Park has been free, thanks to the generosity of new sponsors, BioPaints.…
Kai Festival all set for Waitangi Day
Posted by Nelson City Council on 25 January 2010
Kai Fest will be held for the second year this Waitangi Day, Saturday 6 February, with the Founders Heritage Park and Marae working closely together to present a range of traditional and international flavors. “Waitangi Day is a great opportunity to strengthen relationships between the Marae and Nelson City Council while delivering a positive community experience” says Carol Hippolite of Whakatu Marae. There will be many great features at this years’ event including the two Powhiri at 10.…
Last updated: 15/01/2010 10:05am
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