Nelson City Council - Latest News [Page 16]
Art Flags Project Rollout Begins With A Taste Of Summer
Tuesday, 11 February 2020, 4:04 pm | Nelson City Council
For five-year-old Jeanie Hicks, there’s nothing better than an ice cream cone, piled high with her favourite flavours, on a hot summer’s day. Jeanie’s artwork, depicting a little girl with a huge ice cream, is the first of 88 unique ... More >>
Nelson City Council closes reserves & restricts road access
Monday, 10 February 2020, 5:06 pm | Nelson City Council
(Headline abbreviated, original headline: Nelson City Council closes reserves and restricts road access as fire risk continues to increase) More >>
Nelson City Council to close further reserves
Friday, 7 February 2020, 4:10 pm | Nelson City Council
Following a continued spell of hot and dry weather Nelson City Council, in collaboration with Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ), Department of Conservation, forestry companies and Tasman District Council, will be closing access to the following reserves, ... More >>
A time to reflect: the Pigeon Valley Fire remembered
Wednesday, 5 February 2020, 11:21 am | Nelson City Council
A year ago, sparks from farming equipment started a fire that became the biggest civil defence emergency in Nelson and Tasman’s history. It started the night before Waitangi Day, and quickly escalated into a major incident. More >>
Council moves to close reserves due to increased fire risk
Friday, 31 January 2020, 12:59 pm | Nelson City Council
Following a continued spell of hot and dry weather Nelson City Council, in collaboration with Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ), DoC, forestry companies and Tasman District Council, is closing access to the following reserves until further notice: More >>
Council asks retailers to stop using non-recyclable plastic
Tuesday, 28 January 2020, 2:55 pm | Nelson City Council
Nelson City Council has written to local supermarkets and other retailers asking for their support with upcoming changes to the way the city recycles its plastic waste. More >>
Submissions welcome on proposed changes to Dog Control Bylaw
Monday, 27 January 2020, 10:36 am | Nelson City Council
Dog owners can have their say on the proposed changes to Council’s Dog Control Policy and Bylaw from today. More >>
Water conservation key as dry weather continues
Friday, 24 January 2020, 5:29 pm | Nelson City Council
Water restrictions will shortly come into place for properties adjacent to Champion Road. As of Monday 27 January 2020, Tasman District Council have moved to impose Stage One water restrictions to the Waimea Plains and Phase A water restrictions ... More >>
Opera in the Park is back
Friday, 24 January 2020, 5:13 pm | Nelson City Council
Nelson’s Opera in the Park is again offering an unmissable chance for a night under the stars with some of the country’s top opera singers and contemporary musical talent. More >>
Nelson - the five star garden city
Friday, 24 January 2020, 12:00 pm | Nelson City Council
Nelson’s beautiful public gardens are a feature of our Smart Little City we can all be proud of. More >>
Thefts and vandalism at Nelson's public parks
Thursday, 23 January 2020, 8:44 am | Nelson City Council
A series of thefts and vandalism has resulted in the loss of new park furniture and damage to a historic Nelson statue. More >>
Working to make Nelson disposable-cup free
Friday, 17 January 2020, 7:08 pm | Nelson City Council
17 January 2020 Nelson City Council is offering a subsidy to local cafés and coffee carts to bolster the use of reusable takeaway cups. More >>
Increasing fire risk as dry spell continues
Friday, 17 January 2020, 3:12 pm | Nelson City Council
Due to recent drying winds and low rainfall, the fire risk across our region is increasing so we need to begin taking precautions. More >>
Responsible Camping Fund – temporary daytime facility
Tuesday, 7 January 2020, 5:00 pm | Nelson City Council
In 2019 Nelson City Council received $256,878 from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment’s (MBIE) Responsible Camping Fund to go towards responsible camping initiatives in Nelson. These initiatives include an increased ambassador and enforcement ... More >>
Look out for toxic algae
Thursday, 12 December 2019, 1:20 pm | Nelson City Council
The recent warm wet weather has created perfect conditions for naturally occurring Cyanobacteria, or toxic algae, to bloom in some rivers and streams. More >>
Maitai Recreation Hub grant secured
Monday, 9 December 2019, 12:02 pm | Nelson City Council
Plans to create a recreational hub in the Maitai Valley are one step closer to reality, with today’s announcement of a Government grant. More >>
Council’s financial outlook remains stable
Friday, 6 December 2019, 9:20 am | Nelson City Council
Credit rating agency, Standard and Poor's, has affirmed its AA long-term and A-1+ short-term credit rating with a stable outlook for the Nelson City Council. More >>
Getting Nelson ready for our summer visitors
Friday, 29 November 2019, 4:08 pm | Nelson City Council
Council will continue to provide core services for all visitors to our city this summer supported in part by a funding grant from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE). This will help ensure that everyone feels welcome but also ... More >>
Something for everyone at the 2019 Nelson Santa Parade
Friday, 29 November 2019, 1:26 pm | Nelson City Council
Kapa Haka performances, live music, dancing groups and of course a visit from the big white-bearded man himself are just some of the entertainment on offer at the 2019 Nelson Santa Parade which takes place this Sunday from 3pm. Now into its 20th ... More >>
More information sought on Delaware/Wakapuaka Estuary access
Thursday, 28 November 2019, 4:43 pm | Nelson City Council
Following discussion at its Environment Committee meeting today about boat launching at Delaware /Wakapuaka Estuary, Council will seek further information and talk to iwi partners and the community. The matter will return to the Committee on 5 March ... More >>