Hayden Donald Jason Tasker, 32, of Motueka pictured leaving court in January.

Man charged with murdering Lyn Fleming has case moved to Christchurch

Hayden Tasker appeared at the High Court in Wellington by video link from jail today.

Fri, Oct 17

Nick Smith, pictured with wife Linley, has been re-elected Nelson's mayor by more than 4000 votes. (Photo: Sara Hollyman/Nelson Weekly)

Nelson Mayor Nick Smith's priorities after 'terrible year'

There will be just three newcomers to the Nelson City Council as all the incumbents, including Smith, have retained their seats.

Mon, Oct 13

Mount Richmond Forest Park.

Teen friends killed as ute rolls 98m on mountain

The pair, whose names are suppressed, were returning from a hut in Mt Richmond Forest Park late on April 8 last year when their ute rolled 98 metres down a steep bank.

Mon, Oct 13

Artist impression of the new MORRISON precinct, which will have a central piazza surrounded by retail and hospitality businesses.

Nelson shopping complex to receive new lease of life

Last year, more than 20 retailers were forced to vacate the space at Nelson's 244 Hardy Street, after cladding issues left it earmarked for demolition.

Fri, Oct 10

ACT leader and Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour speaks at a meeting in Blenheim. (Source: LDR / Kira Carrington)

Seymour: Don't sacrifice Blenheim to 'war on cars'

The deputy PM and ACT leader said Blenheim should avoid the mistakes of Auckland and Queenstown in limiting vehicle access.

Fri, Oct 3

Hundreds of jobs in the Nelson-Tasman region could go as businesses cut costs.

Nelson Tasman job losses worst in 30 years - Chamber of Commerce

On Friday Sealord announced plans to make part of its fishing operation seasonal, proposing to cut 59 roles.

Mon, Sep 29

Dozens of riders and their decorated ride-on lawnmowers drove from the Molesworth Station through to Hanmer Springs.

'It's like a bunch of big kids': The lawnmower endurance ride for charity

The Molesworth Rampage was in its second year after raising $68,000 in 2024 for the Nelson Tasman Hospice and Nelson Cancer Society Tasman.

Sun, Sep 28

Sealord's site in Nelson.

59 roles under threat in Nelson as Sealord proposes more change

This proposal would lead to the disestablishment of 59 roles if it went ahead, and followed the proposed closure of its coated-fish factory earlier this month.

Fri, Sep 26

SPCA urges people to ask for help after four puppies abandoned

SPCA urges people to ask for help after four puppies abandoned

Manager Amy Sturkenboom arrived at work on Friday to find the dogs in a cage on the property with an apology note written on a jumper.

Mon, Sep 22

A tree in strong wind.

Swathe of weather watches and warnings issued for the South Island

MetService meteorologist John Law said there would be more strong winds and heavy rain in store for the weekend.

Fri, Sep 19

Maria Best had been on opioids for for years to cope with worsening pain in her left arm.

Woman unable to use arm 'confused' after specialist referral declined

Maria Best says the pain down her arms "is like being stung by a thousand bees on the inside".

Tue, Sep 16

Jack's bench washed up on Waikanae Beach on the Kāpiti Coast.

Memorial bench swept away in Tasman floods washes up on Kāpiti Coast

Months after vanishing in severe flooding, Jack Robertson's bench was found 185km away on Waikanae Beach – near his grandparent's resting place.

Fri, Sep 12

Event MC Ange Palmer, who cycled into the hall bedecked in golden clothes, was emblematic of the abnormality of Nelsust's 'Not Your Normal Candidates' Meeting'.

'Devil incarnate' shocks crowd at Nelson candidates event

Rubber chickens, water pistols, a golden cyclist, and a cover of “What’s Up?” by 4 Non Blondes – Nelson's ‘Not Your Normal Candidates’ Meeting’ lived up to its name once again.

Sat, Sep 6

Sealord proposes closing Nelson coated-fish factory

Sealord proposes closing Nelson coated-fish factory

Its closure would lead to the disestablishment of 79 permanent roles.

Fri, Sep 5

New junior doctors being recruited to Nelson Hospital after review

New junior doctors being recruited to Nelson Hospital after review

The recruitment drive follows recommendations from a 25-page review released in July, which outlined "significant" staffing issues.

Wed, Sep 3

August 2025
Shane Christie plays for the Mako in 2025

Scotty Stevenson: Head knocks should not become heart breaks

It’s well past time a long term plan was made for players who have suffered for their sport, writes Scotty Stevenson.

Thu, Aug 28

A person uses computer (file image).

Nelson man admits to 50 child abuse, bestiality material charges

Storm Constable-Carter, 22, was charged after investigators identified a video linked back to his accounts.

Wed, Aug 20

Health NZ denied the accusation, instead calling it a temporary administrative move.

Change of leadership for Nelson Hospital after damning review

Nelson Hospital boss Lexie O'Shea has been seconded to a new role at Health New Zealand with a top health leader set to replace her.

Wed, Aug 20

The Nelson Provincial Museum is the oldest in the country but most of its collection is housed in a building that leaks

Nelson Mayor wants to stop a $3m promise for new museum building

The Nelson Provincial Museum has a collection worth $20m but it is housed in a building that leaks when it rains.

Tue, Aug 19

Richmond café fights street flag ban

Richmond café fights street flag ban

Coffee on Queen owner Matt Redwood says the flag on the edge of the footpath brings in an estimated $200–300 a day.

Tue, Aug 19

Richard Osmaston

The man running for mayor in five districts, again

Richard Osmaston is running for mayor in five districts, but that's one less district than when he stood in 2022.

Mon, Aug 18

Hayden Donald Jason Tasker, 32, of Motueka pictured leaving court in January.

Man accused of murdering Nelson police officer Lyn Fleming named

He is facing a raft of charges including murder and attempted murder, which he has previously pleaded not guilty to.

Fri, Aug 8

Invercargill Mayor Nobby Clark is not supporting his younger brother's bid for the job.

Nobby Clark unimpressed by brother’s surprise mayoral bid

Nelson-based Andrew Clark is running for mayor in Invercargill while simultaneously standing for Tasman district mayor as Maxwell Clark.

Fri, Aug 1

July 2025
Severe thunderstorm watch issued for parts of North Island

Severe thunderstorm watch issued for parts of North Island

An amber alert wind warning is in place for the Auckland Harbour Bridge, and a severe thunderstorm watch for Northland, Auckland, Great Barrier Island and the Coromandel Peninsula has been issued.

Tue, Jul 29

Severe weather has damaged SH60 over the Tākaka Hill in three places.

Crews give tour of storm-damaged Tākaka Hill road

The region is in recovery mode after heavy downpours, leaving NZTA with three sites that need repair on SH60 over the Tākaka Hill.

Mon, Jul 28