Posts by The Nelson Mail
2763 days ago

Poll: Nelson's favourite dog breed

Reporter The Nelson Mail

Dog registration statistics for 2017 have shown that labradors are the popular dog breed in Nelson, making up just under 5 per cent of all registered dogs in the district (out of a total of 5046).

We're looking for labrador owners to talk to about why they chose to get a lab, and what makes their dogs special.

The next most popular breeds in Nelson were (in order): collies, jack russells, staffordshire terriers, and bichon frise.

Let us know which dog you think should be Nelson's favourite for 2018.

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Nelson's favourite dog breed
  • 34.7% Labrador
    34.7% Complete
  • 14.3% Collie
    14.3% Complete
  • 2% Jack russell
    2% Complete
  • 16.3% Staffordshire terrier
    16.3% Complete
  • 12.2% Bichon Frise
    12.2% Complete
  • 20.4% Other (comment below)
    20.4% Complete
49 votes
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4 days ago

Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙

One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.

So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?

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Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
  • 59.8% Yes, supporting people is important!
    59.8% Complete
  • 25.9% No, individuals should take responsibility
    25.9% Complete
  • 14.4% ... It is complicated
    14.4% Complete
912 votes
5 days ago

A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!

If you multiply this number by any other number, the answer will always be the same. What number is this?

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12 days ago

Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.

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