Coming events
 Toy Library Garden Trail, Saturday & Sunday
Golf 3-person Ambrose pool fundraiser, Sunday, 11.00am, Motueka Golf Course
Hot rod "Show & Shine", Sunday, 10.00am - 4.00pm, Sport Park Motueka
Community House AGM, Wednesday, 7.00pm, Community House
Full events calendar »
For on-going activities, view the Noticeboard or
the Regular Events page.
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Help for community groups
FREE resources available for Motueka community groups wanting help with:
? Applying for grants
? Setting up a trust
? Registering as a charity
? The Treasurer's work
? Auditing / reviewing books
? Writing / editing documents
? Mentoring & legal advice
? Advice on governance
Find out more here »
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First Aid for Families
People and organisations in Motueka who may be able to help through tough times
View the details here »
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WELCOME TO MOTUEKA ONLINE, the community website for all Motueka residents. Check out upcoming events, news and information, have your say on issues. UPDATED DAILY!
Sunday market continues to build numbers
(November 11): The Motueka Sunday market continues to build in popularity, thanks in part to some marketing innovations introduced by coordinator Judy Roper.
Full article »
New community board gets down to business
(November 9): The new Motueka Community Board has hit the ground running, using its first business meeting to sort out some targets and priorities for its three-year term. Full article, photo »
Swimming pool project half way to target
(November 7): The Motueka Community swimming pool fundraising team have set up shop as a base for their continuing efforts, as the campaign passes the halfway mark. Full article, photos »
Motueka shop opening hours a growing issue
(November 4): Motueka retailers need to look at extending and making changes to their opening hours to better serve customers at the times that the town is busiest. Full article, photo »
Cheerleading team scores well at National comps
(November 4): Motueka High School's "Intensity" cheerleading team had several podium results at the New Zealand Cheer Union Nationals competition in Auckland last week. Full article, photo »
New TDC grants fund open for applications
(November 4): Tasman District Council's new Special Grants Fund, designed to encourage and support significant new events or projects within Tasman District, is now open for applications. Full article »
Help plan the future of Motueka's reserves
(November 3): The management regime for Motueka's many and varied public reserves is due for a refresh - and the Tasman District Council needs your help to bring it up to date. Full article »
Councils seeks views on Easter Sunday trading
(November 3): The Tasman District and Nelson City councils are seeking community feedback on whether to allow Easter Sunday trading in the region. Full article »
Brent Maru to head Community Board
(October 28): Two popular Motueka community leaders, Brent Maru and Peter Canton, have been elected or appointed to key roles in local politics. Full article »
TDC finally adopts its Annual Report
(October 27): The Tasman District Council was able to adopt its Annual Report today at the first Council meeting of the new three-year term. Full article »
Community support wanted for big cycle challenge
(October 20): Organisers of the inaugural Abel Tasman Cycle Challenge event are asking Motueka people to help out as riders pass along the cycle trail around Motueka.
Full article »
Review of the property sales market in October
(October 18): September was a good listing month with 34 new properties listed. The median sale price dropped back a bit to just under $500,000. Full article »
Motueka recognises its outstanding volunteers
(October 17): The invaluable contribution to the Motueka community of volunteers was recognised at Memorial Hall yesterday at a social event culminating in the presentation of 10 special awards. Full article, photos »
Public meeting to focus on Riwaka issues
(October 12): Riwaka residents have an early opportunity to tell their new political leaders about issues that particularly affect them. Full article »
Our Town Motueka settles on marketing plan
(October 11): An all day workshop attended by 14 Motueka business people has settled on a focus and plan for Our Town Motueka to promote Motueka to the world. Full article »
Ogilvie, Canton and Hawkes win Council seats
(October 8): With Council election preminary results completed, the Motueka Ward will be represented for the next three years by David Ogilvie, Peter Canton and Paul Hawkes. Full article »
Oil vessel safety system wins top award for Coppins
(October 4): When an international oil company needed a safety system for a massive oil processing vessel being towed from Korea to the North Sea, they found their solution at Motueka's Coppins Sea Anchors. Full article »
Phone app helps local research on dolphins
(October 4): Local people on the waters and along the beaches in Abel Tasman and surrounds are being recruited to help fill in knowledge gaps of endangered Hector's dolphins. Full article »
i-Site services count 'more than ever'
(September 30): Although i-Sites are facing huge challenges in a digital world, they still have a vital role in providing the first impression of a town to many visitors, says new NRDA boss Mark Rawson. Full article »
MANY MORE earlier news stories HERE »
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