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Get your bearings at the geographical centre of New Zealand
While on a map it may look like it lies somewhere in the middle of the Cook Strait, the geographical...
Sunset views from the geographical centre of New Zealand. © Nelson Tasman
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Horoirangi Marine Reserve
The beautiful Horoirangi Marine Reserve lies north of Nelson city, along the eastern side of Tasman Bay. Read the story . . .
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The Nelson market: homemade with heart and skill
Visit this pure, heartfelt celebration of the creative endeavours of the people of the region and their fine local produce. Read the story . . .
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Great Coast Road: roadtripping at its best
Drive the length of the South Island, skirting the West Coast and traversing through the Southern Alps, and experience bountiful roadtripping at its very best. Read the story . . .
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Loved by the locals: Nelson
Do what the locals do in Nelson. Read the story . . .
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Loved by the locals: Tasman
Do what the locals do in Tasman. Read the story . . .
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Nelson kaimoana: enjoy the catch of the day
Nelson is the largest fishing port in Australasia, so you’d expect the kaimoana to be pretty good in these parts. Read the story . . .
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Tasman: a taste of everything
Consistently enjoying the highest number of sunshine hours in the country, the rays beam down on a region producing an enormous variety of food and drink. Read the story . . .
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Nelson: living the good life
Tucked away at the top of the south, Nelson is a town of 50,000 people working hard at enjoying themselves. Read the story . . .
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Urban explorer: Nelson
Nelson has it all: a vibrant centre, fabulous music scene, incredible outdoor opportunities, arts and crafts, culture and stellar marks for sunshine hours. Read the story . . .
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Five great days out with kids in Nelson
From go-karts and hydroslides to the world's longest flying fox; cycling adventures, animal encounters and some of New Zealand's best beaches – you'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to family-friendly activities in the Nelson region. Read the story . . .
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Indulge: food and drink in Nelson
From fine dining to fresh fish, casual cafés, brew bars, raw food or a world of international flavours, you can taste it all in Nelson. Read the story . . .
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Cycle Tasman's Great Taste Trail
Enjoy easy cycling with enough dining and drinking options to satisfy the most fervent foodie on Tasman’s Great Taste Trail. Read the story . . .
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Get your bearings at the geographical centre of New Zealand
While on a map it may look like it lies somewhere in the middle of the Cook Strait, the geographical centre of New Zealand is actually a hilltop just outside Nelson City. Read the story . . .
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