James Donaldson

By Lynda Papesch Photos Tom Davies READ MAGAZINE Let’s make music together The Nelson Centre of Musical Arts, incorporating the revamped former Nelson School of Music, opens its doors to the public next month. Lynda Papesch talks to its new director. Legendary U2 rocker Bono once said, “Music can change the world because it can change … Read more

Retail Links: New Zealand’s most efficient ultra low emission wood fire – a Nelson success story

By Helen Murdoch Photo Ana Galloway READ MAGAZINE New Zealand’s most efficient ultra-low emission (ULEB) wood fire is the new benchmark in New Zealand home heating, designed and engineered by a talented team at progressive Nelson company Retail Links. CEO Johnnie Cameron says Nelson’s stringent environmental standards for clean air (the toughest in the country) … Read more

Bamford Law: Helping where it’s needed

  By Maike van der Heide Photo Ishna Jacobs READ MAGAZINE Using her law degree to help people when they need it most was what drew solicitor Tracy Sawtell into joining the team at Nelson’s Bamford Law. Tracy previously spent years working in highly specialised insurance litigation. She dealt with large insurance companies and big money … Read more

Mike Pero: Going from strength to strength

By Renee Lang Photo Ana Galloway READ MAGAZINE The Mike Pero brand is familiar to most of us, thanks to the high profile established by Mike Pero himself through extensive media coverage over recent years. Now well established in the Nelson region, it should be your first port of call when you’re thinking of buying a new … Read more

Nelosn-Tasman Air: Promoting our region with a passion

By Sadie Beckman  READ MAGAZINE Anyone lucky enough to have clapped eyes on it knows that the Nelson-Tasman region is stunning – that’s a given. But to really, truly gain an intimate perspective on this insanely beautiful place, try experiencing it with Nelson Tasman Air, and discover what mind-blowing actually means. This collaborative company of … Read more

Rhys Barrier

By Sadie Beckman READ MAGAZINE The poor condition of many New Zealand rivers and streams has started to galvanise public opinion and prompt political action, with concerns ranging from the health risks facing swimmers to contamination of freshwater wildlife habitats. Those concerns are certainly shared by Rhys Barrier, regional manager of the Nelson-Marlborough Fish & … Read more

Signature Homes: Customer service and satisfaction a priority for Signature Homes Nelson

By Maike van der Heide Photo Ishna Jacobs READ MAGAZINE From polished concrete floors to bold tiling, new cladding products to generous glazing, modern home builders want modern features, and Signature Homes Nelson is here to deliver. The franchise owners, husband and wife team Simon and Jodie Bixley, say that the wants and needs of home … Read more

Fendalton Eye Clinic: Laser eye surgery, more to smile about

Dr David Kent and the team at Fendalton Eye Clinic By Sadie Beckman READ MAGAZINE Short-sightedness, long-sightedness and astigmatism, these focusing errors need not hold you back from doing what you want to in life. Playing sport or swimming with glasses can be a challenge. Working outside can be difficult if you wear contact lenses. … Read more