Region to boost tourism profile

Region to boost tourism profile

The Nelson/Tasman region looks set to benefit from a campaign that will be viewed by people around the world, thanks to the reach of National Geographic.   The Nelson Regional Development Agency pitched Nelson/Tasman as a region to be selected to take part in the...
JK to provide advice

JK to provide advice

Sir John Kirwan, will be in Hope on Friday to provide advice to those affected by the recent Pigeon Valley forest fire and the drought.   The combined stress of both the forest fires and the drought can take a significant toll on the local community. Thanks to...
Hive health checks offered

Hive health checks offered

The Nelson Beekeepers Club wants to help beekeepers in the area to make sure their hives are healthy going into winter. Beekeeping can be tricky, and sometimes help and support can go a long way.   The club, which meets every month at the Richmond Showgrounds, is...
Rugby grounds closed for season’s start

Rugby grounds closed for season’s start

Jonty Dine   With the region’s sports grounds resembling an African Savannah, codes have had to get creative with the seasons fast approaching.   Water restrictions have meant little or no irrigation to fields, leaving several them of rock hard and posing a...
Apples smaller in size but big in flavour

Apples smaller in size but big in flavour

Like all Waimea businesses involved in food production, apple growers have had a tough time over the past couple of months, with dry conditions and cuts in water takes affecting fruit growth.   That has meant apple sizes are smaller than normal but the upside of...