by Jo Kent | May 8, 2021 | Local News
When two 20-year-old local lads came up with the idea to offer free help doing odd jobs for people in the community, they never thought the response would be so great. “We just wanted to get out in the region and share a bit of love,” says James Whaanga. “We...
by Jenny Nicholson | May 7, 2021 | Local News
A new health initiative announced will see people in the Nelson Tasman region access some free mental health support without the need for a diagnosis. Health Minister Andrew Little joined Nelson MP Rachel Boyack and local health professionals to announce funding for...
by Jo Kent | May 6, 2021 | Local News
The temporary slip road off SH6, which was put in place while the Champion Road roundabout upgrade was underway, has left locals wondering why it now has to go. “The slip road worked well for those getting to Raewards and so on,” says Bryce Buckland, who frequently...
by Jenny Nicholson | May 2, 2021 | Local News
As a result of traffic monitoring and discussions held with Richmond residents, four new speed humps, a road closure, and reducing traffic to one lane are among the temporary changes being trialled in the area. New speed bumps and planter boxes have been placed in...
by Jenny Nicholson | May 1, 2021 | Local News
The new legislation surrounding paid bereavement leave following miscarriage or stillbirth comes at a great time for Emma Hebberd, who is coordinating the set-up of a local Sands support group which acknowledges the grief families experience following the loss of a...
by Jenny Nicholson | Apr 30, 2021 | Local News
It is early days on what health reforms will mean for Nelson. Tasman after Labour’s Health Minister Andrew Little said a central authority ‘Health New Zealand’ will replace all District Health Boards in the near future. Nelson MP Rachel Boyack welcomes the...
