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Have your shopping habits changed?
Nelson retailers say sales have hit a worrying low, prompting them to cut staff numbers and tighten their belts. A street stall vendor told council that as well as the cost of living crisis, shopping patterns had changed, with more people making purchases online from places like Temu. Do you still … View moreNelson retailers say sales have hit a worrying low, prompting them to cut staff numbers and tighten their belts. A street stall vendor told council that as well as the cost of living crisis, shopping patterns had changed, with more people making purchases online from places like Temu. Do you still head into town to buy essentials? Or are you hitting the internet?
Have your shopping habits changed?
Nelson retailers say sales have hit a worrying low, prompting them to cut staff numbers and tighten their belts. A street stall vendor told council that as well as the cost of living crisis, shopping patterns had changed, with more people making purchases online from places like Temu. Do you still … View moreNelson retailers say sales have hit a worrying low, prompting them to cut staff numbers and tighten their belts. A street stall vendor told council that as well as the cost of living crisis, shopping patterns had changed, with more people making purchases online from places like Temu. Do you still head into town to buy essentials? Or are you hitting the internet?
Should sandwich boards be banned?
Sandwich boards could be banned from Nelson streets in a bid to declutter city footpaths.
But, while Nelson city councillors have agreed to send the proposal out for public consultation, some worried it could be yet another blow for businesses already struggling through a tough winter. … View moreSandwich boards could be banned from Nelson streets in a bid to declutter city footpaths.
But, while Nelson city councillors have agreed to send the proposal out for public consultation, some worried it could be yet another blow for businesses already struggling through a tough winter. What's your view on the signs - should they stay or go?
Weather expected to close Rocks Rd on Thursday night
Heavy rain is heading towards Nelson, so make sure you're planning your travel carefully.
The New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is anticipating Rocks Rd in Nelson will need to close between 10pm and 2am overnight on Thursday due to weather and tidal conditions forecast.
Will a combined Civic and library hub help transform the CBD?
At a city revitalisation summit on Tuesday, the council unveiled a business case for a $90m community hub, library and civic centre. Is it a great idea or should the money be spent elsewhere? (Please mark NFP on any comments not for publication)
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