Community Conversations

Community Conversations

Welcome to Community Conversations, where curiosity meets community. This is the space where we connect with the people, projects, and ideas shaping our region. From grassroots initiatives to big-picture thinking, these are the conversations that bring our community closer together.

Episodes

June 24, 2026 14 mins
Andi talks to Victory Community Centre's community co-ordinator Steve McLuckie about the upcoming Matariki Celebtations
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Ordinary Wonders Project – Invitations to Share Memories and Register as an Artist Open Until 3 July
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Andi catches up with Laura to find out about the fundraising Ceilidh on 06 Jun 26
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May 25, 2026 10 mins
Andi catches up with Lenka from Citizens Advice Bureau. They talk about a recent move to Richmond, and how to access their services in Nelson.
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May 22, 2026 12 mins
Andi catches up with Keri-Mei about her exhibition He Ngaki Māra, on in Nelson until May 30th
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Chrissie talks to Sage Forest, a film maker from Golden Bay who is in search of some actors and extras to film a birthday party scene advert with a message.
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May 19, 2026 11 mins
Chrissie catches up with with Mariposa owner Tracey Brignole who is closing her Takaka clothing outlet on May 23rd.
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Andi talks to Becky Siame about her Nelson Fringe Festival 2026 show (Winner of best local show) which is back at the Suter for 1 perfomance on May 23 2026
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Welcome to Community Conversations, where curiosity meets community. This is the space where we connect with the people, projects, and ideas shaping our region.
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Find out about some music events happening in Nelson during Te Marama Puoro o Aotearoa 2026, NZ Music Month 2026
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May 8, 2026 11 mins
Chrissie talks to Dave Tilby about a Fuel Tax Protest on May 16 2026
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Welcome to Community Conversations, where curiosity meets community. This is the space where we connect with the people, projects, and ideas shaping our region.
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April 28, 2026 12 mins
A conversation with Pete Rainey as he reflects on more than 30 years shaping the choral music scene in Whakatū Nelson. Pete discusses his musical journey, community singing, and his final concert with the Chroma Chamber Choir. Monumental: Music for Choir and Organ is on Saturday 2 May, 6:30–8:00pm at Nelson Cathedral, with tickets available from ncma.nz or at the door.
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April 16, 2026 16 mins
A kōrero with Brenda McQuillan of Te Piki Oranga about supporting whānau wellbeing across the Top of the South, with a focus on gambling harm. In this conversation, Brenda shares how gambling can affect the brain and addiction pathways, and how Te Piki Oranga can support and assist those experiencing gambling addiction.
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Lucinda Jimson joins Andi to talk about the Nelson Provincial Museum Gala Royale fundraiser dinner on June 13 2026
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Rory Paterson, new Labour Candidate for West Coast Tasman
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Conversations with people and groups from and impacting Te Tauihu the Top of The South.
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Andi talks to Chris and Shane to learn about about An Afternoon with Yuan Tze: Improving Health, Happiness and Wellbeing, happening in Stoke, Nelson on April 12. The event is hosted by Ren Xue Australasia & Top of the South Ren Xue QiGong Teachers.
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Chelsea Routhan, CEO of the Top of the South Community Foundation, joins us to talk about the newly launched Giving in Aotearoa New Zealand Survey—the first of its kind exploring why and how Kiwis give. The survey aims to better understand generosity in all its forms, from donations to volunteering and community support, helping organisations make more informed decisions. Participants can also nominate a charity to win $1,000...
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Emma Matthews talks about Music Therapy Week and the opening of her new music therapy space, The Nest, at the Nelson Centre of Musical Arts. Emma shares insight into the power of music therapy and how it supports children with communication, connection, and wellbeing — as well as the inspiration behind creating a safe, nurturing space designed especially for young people and their families. It’s a thoughtful and uplif...
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