Shimmering artwork full of meaning
Andy Malcolm lives in a house full of paintings, photographs and sculptures, but one artwork really
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Cold composting is a slower, more passive method of composting that allows organic materials, like k
My Home: Alex and Chris Chisnall
Alex and Chris Chisnall have created a warm, vibrant home in Atawhai, blending eclectic style with m
The call of adventure
Andreas Gabriel, a health and safety consultant originally from Germany, has called Nelson home for
Sponsored: On the couch with Richard Washington
New Zealand’s oldest state secondary school, Nelson College has a new Principal/Tumuaki. Nelson Maga
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210 reasons to run
Ed Shuttleworth is about to become a man on the run. The CEO of Sport Tasman has dedicated himself t
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The Nelson Suter Art Society (NSAS) has been a cornerstone of the Nelson art scene since 1889, when
Getting to know... Mike O’Malley
Mike O’Malley is a drama teacher at Waimea College by day, but by night you’ll find him crooning on
Self-care in the New Year
Sarah McGuinness is a wellbeing disruptor, burnout awareness advocate and Founder/CEO of Revolutiona
Sponsored: Local connections shaping art
For ceramicist Marama Hannah, the journey to her first solo exhibition has been a deeply personal an
Intimate gigs, big impact
On the outskirts of Richmond one of New Zealand’s best community music venues has been quietly devel
Māpua living made easy
A Richmond family made their dream move to Māpua, with a stunning, light-filled home designed by Bar
The guerrilla poet
While the simple haiku occasionally finds favour, these days a poem would need to be recited by visi
My favourite artwork: River painting evokes feelings of home
Events and marketing professional Nicki van Asch is a woman with an interesting job who has also enj
My Garden
Just a few minutes from Brightwater township, Veronica Hall, along with her husband Darren, their te
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Tim Morozgalski of Tim's Garden shares tips for outdoor entertaining this summer. Whether you’re ho
The power of paying it forward
When was the last time someone’s unexpected kindness made your day? From a parking meter rescue to l
From models to memories
The Port Museum at Founders Heritage Park contains a record of Nelson's extensive maritime legacy an
Returning songbird’s chorus of opportunities
Jazz vocalist Tessa Quayle’s music journey has taken her around the globe, where she’s performed, ta
Sticking to history: the enduring value of stamps
Two of local philatelist (stamp collector) David Loe’s worlds collided when he worked on the 2017 Ka
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Sue Merrick, the dedicated and passionate force behind The Denture Clinic, brings her wealth of expe
Sponsored: Beloved local café celebrates two years
Alioke Eatery in Richmond’s Meadows recently marked two years of creating special moments for the co
The Bookshelf
Stella Chrysostomou of VOLUME reviews four new books. The Empusium: A Health Resort Horror Story B