Supermarket confirmed for Berryfields
The next stage of development at Berryfields Crossing in Richmond will include a supermarket, with construction set is set to begin soon. A Berryfields Crossing Facebook post says the commercial corner will also include a gym, hair and beauty salon, and cafe. Commercial spaces in the development have now been leased, with completion expected in 2027. More details will be announced at a later date.
Woolworths to help Kai Rescue
All five Woolworths stores in the Nelson region will this week be supporting the appeal to raise funds for Nelson Environment Centre’s Kai Rescue. Customers at local Woolworths will have the option of ‘rounding up’ at the checkout to raise funds for Kai Rescue, which collects safe surplus food from all five Woolworths stores. NEC has recently launched a successful fundraising campaign for its Kai Rescue work, seeking to raise at least $40,000 by the end of June. Woolworths will kick off the appeal by donating $5,000.
New public toilets for Monaco and Victory
The existing toilet facilities at Monaco Reserve and Victory Square are set to be removed and replaced with modern facilities. The new toilets will be built to a higher standard, improving safety, cleanliness, and ease of maintenance. Work is scheduled to begin this month and is expected to be completed by August.
Huge pipes installed in record time
Contractors have installed large stormwater pipes through a 79-year-old culvert in minutes on Nelson’s St Vincent Street upgrade, avoiding major excavation. The custom winch system allowed 1800mm pipes to be pulled through in five minutes, saving about $1 million and weeks of work, manager capital projects Rebecca Dawkins says. Tasman Civil installed 18 pipes using the method, developed through early contractor involvement, despite challenges including unexpected underground services and major power cables. The project remains on track for completion in late 2026.
Toiere brings opera fusion to Nelson
A unique blend of opera and te reo Māori is coming to Nelson for one night only. NZ Opera’s Toiere is coming to the Nelson Centre of Musical Arts on 27 June, following its acclaimed debut at the Auckland Arts Festival in 2025. The concert reimagines well-known operatic arias through te reo Māori and original languages, alongside treasured waiata. The cast includes Katherine Winitana, Ipu Laga’aia, Elisha Fa’i-So’oialo and Joel Amosa, with Kawiti Waetford as host. Cameron Monteath is on piano, with music arranged by Robert Wiremu. The show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets are available at nzopera.com
Creative Transformations tickets on sale
Tickets are now on sale for Creative Transformations: The Show, an upcycled fashion event showcasing wearable creations made from recycled and repurposed materials. Organised by the Motueka Arts Council, the show will feature more than 80 entries from local schools and adult makers, with designs created from items that might otherwise end up in landfill. Creative Transformations: The Show will be held at Motueka Memorial Hall at 7pm on Saturday, 27 June. Tickets are $20 for adults and $5 for youth and are available at motuekaartscouncil.com
Harvest Festival in Tasman
Tasman Bay Christian School will host its annual Harvest Festival from 3pm to 7pm on Friday, 19 June. The community event will feature a sustainable market alongside food stalls, fresh produce, preserves and other locally made goods and is a fundraiser to “celebrate God’s provision”.
