by Jo Kent | Jan 24, 2021 | Local News
A fire that broke out at Waimea College on Saturday has prompted talk of a serial arsonist after a spate of similar foliage fires were reported over the last month. The alarm was raised at 5.07pm by scaffolders working on site at the time. Flames were seen reaching...
by Jo Kent | Jan 3, 2021 | Local News
There’s something special about eating a picnic while watching movies outside, and what better way to do it than under the huge redwood tree in Washbourn Gardens? Alfresco screenings of great movies in beautiful surroundings has become a summer staple here in Tasman...
by Jo Kent | Dec 31, 2020 | Local News
What a year it’s been! Looking back now, none of us would have guessed what 2020 had in store for us. But as usual, no matter what is thrown at Tasman, we come together. I am incredibly proud of how our communities worked together to support each other, especially our...
by Jo Kent | Dec 27, 2020 | Local News
One of the most diverse markets in the Top of the South returns to Queen Street on 30 December. The Richmond Market Day will showcase over 120 sellers from all over the country and offer everything from street food, arts and crafts, furniture, candles, skincare,...
by Jo Kent | Dec 19, 2020 | Local News
The public are being urged to steer clear of two rapidly-spreading invasive plant sites at Hart Road and Jimmy Lee Creek, where water celery and Vietnamese parsley have taken over. Biosecurity Officer at Tasman District Council, Lindsay Barber, says this year’s mild...
