Stoke, Nelson

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

2065 days ago

We are OPEN for Business

Outpost Supplies is OPEN for business.
check out our website www.outpostsupplies.co.nz...
Then if you wish can make an purchase and we can arrange contactless pick up.

2065 days ago

Time to get decorating!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Nelson

Now’s a great time to get decorating... and enjoy savings on your favourite Resene products.

The 25% off sale has been extended until 4 May 2020 for all Resene cardholders!

Get 25% off the normal price of Resene premium paints, stains, primers/sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and … View more
Now’s a great time to get decorating... and enjoy savings on your favourite Resene products.

The 25% off sale has been extended until 4 May 2020 for all Resene cardholders!

Get 25% off the normal price of Resene premium paints, stains, primers/sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and Resene cleaning products at Resene owned ColorShops. If you’re not a cardholder already you can sign up at www.resene.co.nz/diycard or when you order online.


You can order:

Order now via the online shop, shop.resene.co.nz, for click and collect or contactless delivery, staff will confirm when orders are ready to collect.

Email your order to your local Resene ColorShop or reseller. Resene staff will arrange it for collection or contactless delivery.

Phone your local Resene ColorShop or reseller during normal shop hours to place your order. See www.resene.co.nz/colorshops for email and phone details for your local Resene ColorShop.

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2065 days ago

Coronavirus: Former AB back in black for first post-lockdown food delivery

Tim O'Connell Reporter from The Nelson Mail

He delivered on the footy field. This week, former All Black Wyatt Crockett's first food drop-off was a welcome hospital pass to thank frontline workers.

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2065 days ago

Is a child in your family starting back at school?

Katy Jones Reporter from The Nelson Mail

Schools across the Nelson region say less than 12 per cent of their rolls are due back at their schools today, as schools partially reopen under alert level three. Is a child in your family one of them? How do you feel?

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2065 days ago

Need to save on power?

Electricity Authority

If COVID-19 means you’ve been using more power, or if it’s affected your income, talk to your power company to check you’re on the best plan.

Find more advice and support at the Electricity Authority’s website.

Talk, Check, see if you can save.
Find out more

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2066 days ago

Fruit trees along the walkways

Margaret from Stoke

It saddens me that there are "persimmon pigs" in our area.  There were hundreds of persimmons just starting to ripen.  They are of the astringent variety they need to ripen on the trees to be best eating.  Then suddenly they are all gone.  It seems that the family group that came … View moreIt saddens me that there are "persimmon pigs" in our area.  There were hundreds of persimmons just starting to ripen.  They are of the astringent variety they need to ripen on the trees to be best eating.  Then suddenly they are all gone.  It seems that the family group that came along with buckets last year and picked every one they could get have been at it again.  How disappointing that they are unable to only take them when they are ripe and only enough for their own use leaving some for others.  When the trees were planted it was so that people living in the area could pick a few items of fruit.  Perhaps the council needs to put up signs to remind people of what should be common courtesy.

2066 days ago

How have things changed for you at level 3?

Sally Kidson Reporter from The Nelson Mail

As lockdown restrictions eased under level 3 Nelson and Tasman began to come to life. What are you looking forward to doing?

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2066 days ago

Looking forward to your next copy of NZ Gardener?

Jo McCarroll - NZ Gardener editor Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

I am (very) pleased to tell you that now that the country is in Level Three, the May issue of NZ Gardener will be sent to our printers, and the magazine will be on sale from May 7. And believe me the May issue is packed with the good stuff, with ideas of what you can sow, plant, pick and preserve … View moreI am (very) pleased to tell you that now that the country is in Level Three, the May issue of NZ Gardener will be sent to our printers, and the magazine will be on sale from May 7. And believe me the May issue is packed with the good stuff, with ideas of what you can sow, plant, pick and preserve to make the most of your garden right now, plus Lynda Hallinan reflects on 60 lessons for gardeners from the lockdown, a bumper gardening quiz, and you can visit a spectacular Taupō garden alive with birds, a whimsical wonderland in Glenorchy in full bloom and meet the clever and resourceful gardeners of the Chatham Islands... all without leaving your bubble. And thanks so much to everyone who has been in touch to offer their support to the NZ Gardener team, especially those who have subscribed or renewed or purchased a subscription as a gift (an NZ Gardener subscription is a great Mother's Day idea, just sayin'!) We are so grateful to you all, and it's your support that allows us to keep inspiring and informing gardeners from all around New Zealand as we have been doing now for more than 75 years. Please share this message with your gardening groups on social too. We’re looking forward to the many more years of celebrating the amazing gardens and gardeners of New Zealand that lie ahead.

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2066 days ago

Property Maintenance Service

Daniel from

Hi all, I hope you and your bubble have been well during lockdown. We're back to work now we're at level 3, so please let us know should you have anything that needs tending to. We'll be following the level 3 Covid-19 control plan. We look forward to seeing you again. Dan

2067 days ago

Need advice on a DIY fail or reno dilemma?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, how's lockdown life treating you? If you've been trying to sort some long overdue DIY jobs around the home, with mixed results, help is at hand. 

Have you already had a DIY disaster you need to fix, or are you looking to do some home improvements but don't where … View more
Hey neighbours, how's lockdown life treating you? If you've been trying to sort some long overdue DIY jobs around the home, with mixed results, help is at hand. 

Have you already had a DIY disaster you need to fix, or are you looking to do some home improvements but don't where where to start? Email homed@stuff.co.nz to tell us all about it - including photos if you can - and we'll ask our experts for their advice on how you can fix things up, or where to start with your project. 

So whether you have a interiors design dilemma, a need for some home DIY know how, bigger plans for a reno you'd like an expert opinion on, or even a tough cleaning problem you want cleared up, we'll get you some answers. What are you waiting for? Email your questions and photos to homed@stuff.co.nz and we'll get back to you.

Please note: We are unable to recommend specific businesses or tradespeople to provide quotes etc.

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2066 days ago

New Zealand is now at Alert Level 3

New Zealand Government

Alert Level 3 is a milestone in our struggle against COVID-19. We are all responsible for what happens next. Every contact we make is a chance for the virus to spread.

We could easily lose what we have gained. Our success, or failure, depends on the decisions that we’ll each make alone – … View more
Alert Level 3 is a milestone in our struggle against COVID-19. We are all responsible for what happens next. Every contact we make is a chance for the virus to spread.

We could easily lose what we have gained. Our success, or failure, depends on the decisions that we’ll each make alone – but which in turn – will affect all of us.

Two weeks then a review
• On 11 May, we will review our progress and decide if we can safely continue to step down restrictions, or if more measures are required to protect us all.
• So the decisions we each make now, matter. Because every interaction we have is an opportunity for the virus to spread.

Keeping safe at Alert Level 3
• At Alert Level 3, the best way to keep those around you safe, is by keeping your bubble small. Interact with as few people as possible. Less people equals less risk. And continue to stay at home whenever you can.
• We should each be making the minimal number of trips. Be sure to stay local, and only make necessary trips.
• And importantly, work and learn from home if you can.

Let’s do this
We’re a team of 5 million. Formidable. And we can do this.
So thank you New Zealand for making the right decisions, when it really counts.
Find out more

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2066 days ago

Picton ferry terminal consultation is open

Tangerine Design

KiwiRail is progressing plans to replace the current fleet of three ferries with two new, larger rail-enabled ferries from 2024.

The new ferries will require upgrades to the port, rail corridor and roading in Picton. Be sure to check out the proposed plans for Picton and tell us what you think.
Find out more

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2068 days ago

Springgrow now!!

Jo from Redwood Valley

Terry Milton is the co-founder of Springgrow, an innovative, first of its kind in the world, plant support system for tomatoes, peppers, hops, beans or any other climbing plant or ornamental. The product is available in a large number Mitre 10 New Zealand stores , but we are still relatively … View moreTerry Milton is the co-founder of Springgrow, an innovative, first of its kind in the world, plant support system for tomatoes, peppers, hops, beans or any other climbing plant or ornamental. The product is available in a large number Mitre 10 New Zealand stores , but we are still relatively unknown and new to the market place. If you grow your own vegetables this product is for you. We are currently running a lockdown deal of 5 packs for the price of 4 and we also sell individual packs direct Email: info@springgrow.co.nz

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2067 days ago

Thanks for following the Level 4 lockdown rules!

Dana from Richmond

As we prepare to move to Level 3 lockdown tonight I want to thank the people of Tasman for doing such an amazing job following the Level 4 lockdown rules.

According to google tracker we were the top region for cutting down our non-essential travel early on in lockdown, and I think the results … View more
As we prepare to move to Level 3 lockdown tonight I want to thank the people of Tasman for doing such an amazing job following the Level 4 lockdown rules.

According to google tracker we were the top region for cutting down our non-essential travel early on in lockdown, and I think the results speak for themselves. No new cases of Covid-19 in our region for the last two weeks, no clusters, no deaths.


My heartfelt thanks to the amazing essential workers, parents, grandparents, youth, and kids who followed the rules of Level 4 lockdown.

With Level 3 lockdown, libraries and playgrounds are still closed. I have made a short fun video to share with you about services our libraries are still offering. The link is here...

www.youtube.com...

Finally...if you are a business trying to find new ways to operate under Level 3 lockdown check out the website www.shoplocally.co.nz...

Shoplocally Marketplace is available for all businesses in the Tasman and Nelson region who want a quick and easy way to set up an online store.

This is for local businesses to get ready to trade in time for the change to Alert Level Three. The system has no upfront costs and no monthly fees, just a generous couple from Motueka wanting to help Nelson Tasman businesses to thrive once more.

Kia kaha,
Dana Wensley
Richmond Ward
Tasman District Council

2068 days ago

Help save regional jobs

Craig from Stoke

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Covid-19 is sadly affecting people’s jobs all over the country where businesses have lost work.
In Nelson Air NZ has a standalone business, Air NZ Regional Maintenance, that maintains the Turboprop aircraft of Air NZ.  Covid-19 has NOT directly impacted the Nelson base and they still… View more
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Covid-19 is sadly affecting people’s jobs all over the country where businesses have lost work.
In Nelson Air NZ has a standalone business, Air NZ Regional Maintenance, that maintains the Turboprop aircraft of Air NZ.  Covid-19 has NOT directly impacted the Nelson base and they still did have plenty of work to continue.
However Air NZ has proposed to take this work from the region of Nelson and relocate to its bigger Christchurch base, as that base has lost work. So Air NZ's Nelson base has not been directly affected like the majority of the country by Covid-19, Air NZ are choosing to take this work - that’s the difference.
This means approx 100 jobs will be lost in Nelson and is estimated to have at least a $10 million impact to Nelson and the “Top of the South” economy, and also impact the many smaller businesses that rely on the Nelson base’s flow-on work.
The Government says it wants to preserve jobs, but as a 52% owner of Air NZ, the Government itself is NZ’s largest single employer in NZ to lay off the most staff, estimated at 3500.
If you live in Nelson, own a business, or support a business in Nelson this will impact you in some negative way.
Nelson is the last Regional base Air NZ has left, all others have been closed. Air NZ and the Government (the majority shareholder in Air NZ) have a responsibility to all of NZ to promote and develop Regional NZ.
You can help! Please support us by signing this petition asking Air NZ and the Government to uphold their responsibilities to Regional NZ and reconsider this proposal.
Please hurry as we only have one week until the 30th April to make a difference, thanks for your support and please forward this petition to anyone else that would like to protect regional jobs

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