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‘Devastated’ Mum Believes Son Had Allergic Reaction Before Death

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‘Devastated’ Mum Believes Son Had Allergic Reaction Before Death

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By Sam Sherwood of RNZ The mother of a young man who died after suffering what he thought was an allergic reaction at a mental health respite facility says...See the Story

'Bizarre': French tourist bites police officers during arrest for driving incident

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'Bizarre': French tourist bites police officers during arrest for driving incident

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An unlicensed French driver who performed a U-turn in front of oncoming traffic became agitated when he was pulled over by police, lunging at officers and...Read Article

Drunk man's violent attack on woman while watching Netflix

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Drunk man's violent attack on woman while watching Netflix

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What started as a playful tap on the cheek as they watched Netflix ended with a man punching a woman and knocking her down before stabbing a knife into the...Read Article

Game Preview: Nelson Giants v Otago Nuggets - NZNBL: New Zealand National Basketball League

Photo Credit: Chris Ryan & Louise Emanuel NBS Nelson Giants (5-11, 10th) v Night ‘n Day Otago Nuggets (2-13, 11th) The Giants have won three of their last five to keep their postseason hopes flickering but must overcome a Nuggets squad desperate to break a long losing streak. Can Nelson keep the dream alive, or will the Nuggets spoil the party and finally return to the winner’s circle? When: Friday 13th June, Rapid League 6:30pm, Sal’s NBL 7:3…Basketball · Nelson Read Article

Game Preview: Nelson Giants v Manawatū Jets - NZNBL: New Zealand National Basketball League

NBS Nelson Giants (4-11, 10th) v Property Brokers Manawatū Jets (8-5, 3rd) The Giants post-season hopes are hanging by the skinniest of threads as an injury affected Jets team comes to town. Will the Giants be able to grab a win on their home court for the second time this season or will the Jets maintain their top three ladder position? When: Sunday 8th June, Rapid League 12pm, Sal’s NBL 1pm Where: Trafalgar Centre, Nelson Watch: Live in New …Basketball · Nelson Read Article

A Controversial Flag Invited Art Gallery Visitors to 'Please Walk on me.' It Lasted 19 Days

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A New Zealand flag printed with the words “please walk on me” and displayed on the floor of an art gallery in the city of Nelson has been removed from display after protests. The work by Māori artist Diane Prince…Oceania · Nelson See the Story

'Painfully relevant': Debate over flag artwork prompts its removal by gallery

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A gallery has removed from public view a controversial art installation encouraging people to walk on a New Zealand flag after heated public debate and...Cricket · Nelson See the Story

Imagine if it wasn’t the NZ flag?

The Herald reports: Amid public debate over a controversial art installation that encourages people to walk on a New Zealand flag, a woman has pledged to pick the flag up from the floor each day in protest. This comes after the Nelson installation, with the words “please walk on me” written on a New Zealand flag, sparked a feud between local leaders this week. Ruth Tipu took to social media to share her anger towards the installation, showing…Nelson, New Zealand · Nelson Read Article

From Nelson to the world

Pictured above: Jonny Hendriksen and his EY Entrepreneur of the Year New Zealand 2024 trophy. Operating out of Nelson, Jonny Hendriksen has grown Shuttlerock into a global leader in creative advertising solutions, championing innovation and community-driven leadership. His journey offers rich insights for aspiring business owners and entrepreneurs, particularly those aiming to scale their ventures internationally. Winning EY Entrepreneur of the …Nelson, New Zealand · Nelson Read Article

Nelson Short-Changed By Hospital Downgrade

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This Government is downgrading what the community needs by only building 41 new overnight and surgical beds and removing five beds from other units.Nelson, New Zealand · Nelson See the Story

Nelson Hospital to Get NZ-First Temporary Ward

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Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Health Minister Simeon Brown announced further details about the Nelson Hospital redevelopment on Monday. With them is Mayor Nick Smith.Photo: Max Frethey Budget 2025 secured investment into Nelson Hospital, but the facility will also be the first in the country to get a temporary, modular ward to boost patient capacity during its redevelopment.Oceania · Nelson See the Story

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