by Waimea Weekly | Sep 16, 2018 | Local News, Sport
Fun, Sport and Safety were the key aims when local Police and Speedway Stars joined 12 Youth with disabilities at Pro Karts in Tahunanui for a family fun race day on Sunday, July 29. Police officers came along in their free time to support the event, they are often...
by Waimea Weekly | Sep 15, 2018 | Local News, Sport
Stunning views, friendly rivalry and warm sunny weather made for a most enjoyable relay for Nelson and Marlborough runners and walkers on Saturday, September 8. The 26km social relay run over the Great Taste Trail between Motueka and Mapua attracted 18 teams of...
by Waimea Weekly | Sep 15, 2018 | Local News
For Tapawera Area School students Mitchell Brooks and Keanu Sharpe, deciding what they wanted to do after leaving school was a big call. They were both interested in pursuing a career path in the uniformed services and after recently completing a month-long course run...
by Waimea Weekly | Sep 14, 2018 | Local News, Sport
The region’s hosting of our first-ever All Blacks test match has been hailed a resounding success by visitors, organisers and locals. Widely regarded as Nelson’s biggest event to date, retailers and locals alike are hoping it’ll pave the way for further major events,...
by Waimea Weekly | Sep 14, 2018 | Local News
Normally at this time of year you can find Dennis Puklowski whitebaiting on the Waimea River near Appleby, but this season he’s yet to set his net due to restricted access. “Dad always fished and whitebaited here. I started coming here with him in 1957 and have been...
