Holiday Guide - 23 December 2020

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A holiday message from the Mayor Tēnā koutou e te whānau o Whakatū, me ngā manuhiri kua mauru mai I hope you enjoy a relaxing Christmas Day and are looking forward to catching up with friends and whānau. We all deserve some time to rest and reconnect after Covid-19 delivered a year we will never forget. I want to extend a huge thank you to all of you who are working over the traditional holiday break, your mahi to keep the region running is very much appreciated.

And for those of us who are still separated from family overseas – we’ll get through this!

There is no question it has been a challenging year with significant financial burdens placed on many, but there is no doubt we have also seen the best of us - true grit, resilience and community spirit.

From medical staff who protected our health, Council staff and contractors who kept our city running, to supermarket staff who kept us fed, and every person who looked out for the vulnerable – this communitywide effort showed what we achieve when we work together.

That spirit continues as we rebuild our economy. Economic forecasts were grim, but the data now is more promising. That’s testament not just to the way New

Zealand dealt with Covid-19, but the dedication and ingenuity of those that took the opportunity to adapt and thrive under the new normal, particularly our business community.

We learned to do things differently and celebrated Matariki and the Virtual Heritage Festival online. Our collaborative recovery-focused

Project Kōkiri is well underway, bringing in Government investment, business innovation and employment.

As spring arrived we launched our ‘We’ve Got This!’ campaign and again welcomed visitors to our region as Kiwis discovered new places and regulars returned. In November, Nelson Tasman turned out to watch the

Black Ferns play at Trafalgar Park, and it was an honour to present the Key to the City to these women World Champions.

Then Tasman Mako did us proud securing back-to-back victories in the Mitre 10 Cup - #FinzUp! Now summer’s here, preparations for the Bay Dreams music festival on January 5 are almost complete and accommodation is filling up as Kiwis arrive for a dose of Nelson goodness – sun, sea, fresh fish, fruit, wine, craft beer, arts and artisans, outdoor adventure, or just a lazy day in the hammock.

Looking ahead, the transfer of community housing to Kāinga Ora will generate a $12m fund that will allow us to assist with new social and affordable housing projects over the coming years. The need for safe, warm, affordable homes is critical to our wellbeing, and this fund represents an opportunity to make a real difference.

Consideration of others is the secret to New Zealand’s continued COVID-19 success; it’s a trait I believe we should hold fast over the year to come.

On behalf of everyone at Nelson City Council, I wish you a very happy Christmas and New Year.

Ngā mihi o te tau hou ki a koutou katoa Rachel Nelson Mayor

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A holiday message from the local St Johns

Christmas and New Year’s Eve is an incredibly busy time for St John Ambulance staff who say it is an important reminder to look out for yourself and others.

St John Nelson Bays territory manager Anne-Maree Harris says the organisation responds to around 1000 emergency incidents across New Zealand on Christmas Day with the most common callouts being breathing problems, chest pain and assaults.

Calls also triple between 10pm and 2am on New Year’s Eve, with nearly 35 per cent of calls on New Year’s Eve being alcohol related. The most common incidents we see over and over during this holiday period are assaults and motor vehicle crashes.

Anne-Maree says that Christmas can also be a stressful time for many people, especially if they are on their own or finances are an issue.

“Physical and mental health problems can increase over this time and it is important to check on those who may be alone or vulnerable.”

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Two new displays at Broadgreen Historic House and Isel House are keeping children busy this summer.

Visit A Traditional Christmas at Broadgreen to enjoy a 19th century family Christmas, learn about Christmas traditions, stir the Plum Pudding and be enthralled by the stunning 19th century costumes on display.

Activities for children include ‘Find the Mouse in the House’, dress ups and crafts in ‘The Box Room’, and outdoor games. Those with sharp eyes might spot Santa trying to make a getaway. There is a beautiful Victorian Rocking horse for children to ride. Enter the competition to name it.

Broadgreen is open daily, 10.30am – 4.30pm (except Christmas Day). Free for locals.

Not far away, at Isel House, The Tiny Room is an enchanting new space for children, where they can journey into the magical world of fairies, pixies and childhood, with a vintage and old world feel.

Explore Isel House, learn about one of Nelson’s early environmental advocates and pioneering 19th century farmer James Marsden, discover stunning antique furniture, paintings and elaborate ceramic collections, or wander through majestic park-like gardens.

Isel House is open Tuesday to Sunday, 11am 4pm. Entry by Koha (donation).

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One of New Zealand’s best collections of 150 classic cars in immaculate condition Come see us!

Open 7 Days 10am-4pm (Closed Christmas Day) Little Engine Eatery Museum Store Nelson Classic Car Museum 1 Cadillac Way, Nelson www.nelsonclassiccarmuseum.nz

Saddle up for mountainbike fun

Situated deep in the Wairoa Valley, 'The Gorge’ mountain-bike park is owned and operated by the Nelson Mountain Bike Club and is home to well over 70km of hand-built mountain bike trails that run through a lush native and beech forest environment.

The trails at The Gorge are sublime and have to be experienced to be fully

appreciated. The grades run from 3 to 6 and there is more riding than anyone can handle in a day. You decide where to go, how fast or slow you want to ride, when you want to stop, and which shuttle pick-up point will work best for you. You must book a shuttle seat in advance so as not to miss out.

The Gorge is more than just mountainbiking with

two fantastic, comfortable and scenic accommodation options available. You can either stay before and/ or after riding, or you can simply enjoy a getaway with comfort in the mountain tops to chill out for a few days. Riding in Nelson is not complete without a couple of days at The Gorge. Book www.thegorge.nz Photos: Spoke.

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An unforgettable journey Cable Bay is a beautiful pebble beach, 18km north-east of Nelson.

Nestled beside it is Pepin Island which boasts an intricate labyrinth of caves, corridors and islets – visible only by kayak. Whether you are a local or a visitor, it is a magnificent place to explore over summer. Cable Bay Kayaks take small groups on guided kayak tours from Cable Bay beach to see the areas hidden gems and beautiful birdlife, seals and dolphins. The ‘Caves and Coves Eco Tour’ is a three-hour guided kayak tour paddling the secluded and rugged coast of Pepin Island which is great for both first-time paddlers and more experienced kayakers. For an unforgettable experience, consider doing the ‘Serene Estuary Eco Tour,’ a 2.5 hour trip that takes in the beauty of the estuary in Cable Bay and all the wildlife that live within the estuary surrounds. This trip is great for both first time paddlers and those that have paddled before.

Experienced kayakers might like to do the captivating ‘Caves and Coves and a bit more Tour’ which is also guided and takes 4.5 hours.

To find out more, visit www.cablebaykayaks.co.nz

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SUMMER BEACH BUS DAILY FROM 10AM - 4.30PM PICK-UP & DROP-OFF POINTS Tahuna Beach Holiday Park Tahuna Beach Nelson i-SITE Leaves Nelson i-SITE on the hour & Tahuna Beach Holiday Park on the half hour.

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Adventure awaits in region Cable Bay Adventure Park is Nelson’s Adventure Destination. “A lot of visitors come to Nelson over summer, but it can be quite a big trek out to the Abel Tasman, so being only 15 minutes from the city centre, we’re an easy place to visit,” says owner Richard Ussher. “Our Skywire is definitely our key attraction – it’s a real shot of adrenaline flying high above the forest canopy. Plus, we offer free access to some great mountainbiking trails (rental bikes available), and a licensed café where you can enjoy a wide range of local beer, wine and Pomeroy’s coffee.”

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Other fun options include the quad bikes, amphibious argo, paintball, e-bikes and there’s even eels to feed. “Over summer bookings are pretty essential to avoid disappointment.” Richard says Cable Bay Adventure Park is the place to come and spend an hour or a whole day, where you can be catered for all in the one place.

The Archery Park, which provides a range of archery experiences, is also located onsite. Cable Bay Adventure Park is open 7 days a week from 10am to 5pm. To find out more, visit www. cablebayadventurepark.com.

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Holiday thirst quencher

It’s not summer in Nelson Tasman unless you’ve spent time at a local Sprig & Fern Tavern enjoying a pint of craft beer, cider or seltzer. There is sunny outdoor seating, shade, entertainment and delicious food and snacks.

With something for everyone’s

taste, including special limited releases on tap, you can sample the New Zealand-famous Sprig & Fern beer at your closest tavern.

From popular summer beer Hazy IPA or the famous Tasman Reserve, every batch is hand-

brewed with a level of care and attention to quality that has earned Sprig & Fern a solid reputation amongst real craft beer drinkers throughout NZ. Master Brewer and owner Tracy Banner heads the small and enthusiastic Sprig & Fern

Brewery Team that is based at the Beach Road brewery in Richmond.

Find your nearest Sprig & Fern Tavern: Sprig & Fern Hardy Street (Nelson City) Sprig & Fern Milton Street (Nelson) Sprig

& Fern Tahuna (Tahunanui) Sprig & Fern Upper Queen (Richmond) Sprig & Fern Brightwater (Brightwater) Sprig & Fern Mapua (Mapua) or Sprig & Fern Motueka (Motueka) or visit www.sprigandfern.co.nz

Aotearoa – let’s make our summer unstoppable!

This year, more than ever, we’re hanging out for our summer holidays. We all want an uninterrupted summer – uninterrupted by the weather and uninterrupted by COVID-19.

While we can’t control the weather, we can control COVID-19 by continuing to do these five simple things: Wash and dry your hands regularly and thoroughly Cover coughs and sneezes Scan QR codes wherever you go Turn on Bluetooth tracing on the NZ COVID Tracer app Stay home if you’re feeling unwell and get advice about a COVID-19 test.

COVID-19 testing services will continue throughout the holiday

There will be no Refuse or Recycling collections on Christmas Day or New Year’s Day. Collections falling on Friday 25th December 2020 and Friday 1st January 2021 will be collected a day later, Saturday.

From all of us at Betta-Bins, we wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

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So if you are travelling around the country these holidays and start to feel unwell with cold or flu symptoms, don’t wait to get home or to your destination to get tested.

Call Healthline on 0800 358 5453 any time of the day for free advice about testing. The Healthline nurses can guide you to the closest free testing location. If you’re in the Nelson Marlborough region and start to feel unwell, you can call Healthline or look up your closest testing location on the Healthpoin website: www.healthpoint.co.nz/ covid-19/nelson-marlborough/ The summer holidays are our time with family, friends and whānau.

So, let’s have a stunner, don’t let COVID-19 stop the summer.