Local Gems

Jacquie worked with Seido Karate in Christchurch, the dojo led by her father for the past 57 years, to raise the profile of the dojo and to celebrate its 60th anniversary. Click Here To Watch The Video

Sweet As is a little cafe very near the Provincial Museum at the top of Trafalgar St in Nelson (near the Cathedral steps) which makes great coffee and food. We love the scones (cheese for Clem and date for Jacquie). It’s a cosy spot when it’s a cooler day and the outdoor seating is lovely…

Tāhunanui Beach, Nelson It’s never a bad day for a walk on the beach. In Nelson your chances of beautiful weather for a beach walk are better than most. Clem and I are often sitting with a coffee in our hands looking at the blue of Tasman Bay whenever we’re home in Whakatū (Nelson).