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Conferences & Sporting Events -Nelson 2012
2012 Nelson Conferences:

2012 NZMRI Summer Meeting, on "Random Media and Random Walks", Tahunanui, Nelson, 8-13 January 2012.

8th annual Seafood Workshop 2012 - 6th March 2012 - Mercure Nelson Monaco Resort

Asia Pacific Conference 2012 - Tues 6th to Sun 11th March 2012, Nelson - Rutherford Hotel

The second International Symposium on Biotechnology of Fruit Species (Biotechfruit 2012) - 26 -30 March 2012 - Nelson, Rutherford Hotel
NZTCA - NZ Tree Crops Association National Conference - 30 March -1 April 2012

Annual FASNZ Conference & AGM - 2nd - 5th May, Nelson 2012 - Rutherford Hotel

Get Smart 2012 NOW - 9-12 July 2012 - Nelson
ACENZ Conference 2012 - "Structuring the Future" - 26th - 28th July 2012 - Rutherford Hotel

New Zealand Plant Protection Society (Inc) - 14th - 16th August 2012 - Rutherford Hotel


SPORTING EVENTS - NELSON 2012


NZCAA South Island Colgate Games - 13th-15th January 2012 - Saxton Fields - Nelson
NZDDC / Dancesport New Zealand - Pre Easter Festival - 10th March 2012 - Nelson
Touch New Zealand, Junior Nationals (Under 15 & Under 17s),16-18 March 2012 - Tahunanui -Nelson
South Island Secondary Schools Championships - 31 Mar 2012 - 1 Apr 2012 - Nelson
SI SS Athletic - 31 Mar 2012 - 1 Apr 2012 - Saxton Field Athletics Track, Nelson
BBNZ U13 Zone 4 Premiership Basketball Tournament - Nelson, 6 July 2012 √ 8 July 2012
BBNZ U15 Zone 4 Premiership Basketball Tournament, Nelson, 13 July 2012 √ 15 July 2012
Junior Secondary School Premierships Zone 4 Nelson - Nelson Basketball Association - Sept 2nd - 4th 2012
NZ SS Football b Lotto Premier (Cup, Plate & Bowl) - 3rd - 7th Sept 2012 - Nelson
A Secondary School National Championships Nelson - Nelson Basketball Association - October 1st - 4th 2012
AA Secondary School National Championships Nelson - Nelson Basketball Association - October 1st - 6th 2012


CONFERENCES - NELSON 2011
Museums Aotearoa Conference 2011 - 13 to 16 April 2011
NZSSD -New Zealand Society for the Study of Diabetes 35th Annual Scientific Meeting - 3 to 6 May 2011 - Rutherford Hotel
26th International Conference on Defects in Semiconductors - 17 to 22 July 2011
Dietitians New Zealand - 22 to 24 August 2011, Nelson
New Zealand Applied Business Education Conference - 10 to 12 October 2011
The National Tertiary Learning & Teaching Conference 2011 - 12 to 14 October - NMIT - Nelson Campus
Practice Managers & Administration Association of New Zealand Inc, PMAANZ, 27 - 30 October 2011 , Nelson
New Zealand Coastal Society Annual Conference - Nelson, 7-9 November 2011
The New Zealand Aquaculture Conference- Nelson, 9th & 10th November 2011


CONFERENCES - NELSON 2010
NZ Chiropractors' Association AGM & Conference - 21 to 23 May 2010
SciCon 2010 (Conference of the NZ Assoc of Science Educators) - 5 to 8 July 2010
Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services - 15 to 17 Sept 2010


SPORTING EVENTS - NELSON 2011
SI SS (South Island Secondary Schools) Tennis - 11 Mar to 13 Mar
SI SS (South Island Secondary Schools) Softball √ Division 2 - 29 Mar to 1 April, Nelson
BBNZ (Basketball New Zealand) U17 Zone 4 Premiership Basketball Tournament - 15 to 17 April , Nelson
SI SS (South Island Secondary Schools) Squash - 14 May to 15 May
BBNZ (Basketball New Zealand) U13 Zone 4 Premiership Basketball Tournament, 5 Aug to 7 Aug, Nelson
NZ SS (New Zealand Secondary Schools) Hockey b Johnson Cup - 22 Aug to 26 Aug
BBNZ (Basketball New Zealand) U15 National Championship Basketball Tournament, 17 Oct to 21 Oct, Nelson


SPORTING EVENTS 2010
Nelson Rally - 21st August
Basketball Juniors - 28 - 31 August
SI Junior Football Boys Grade 11th(9 a-side)-26 to 28th Sept
SI Junior Football Fest Boys Grade 11th/Girls Grade 10th)26-28 Sept
India Shield Hockey - 30 Aug - 3rd Sept
Football - 30 Aug - 3rd Sept
South Island Short Course Championships - 8 - 9 October 2010
Third Annual 3 Rings Softball Tournament - 24 - 26 October




Nelson Cycle Festival
Sat 1st to Sun 9th October 2011 Join us in Nelson for 9 days of bicycle mania and ignite your thirst for fast paced, adrenalin fuelled competition from serious and elite rider contests to speciality mountain biking and bmxing.

Port Nelson Haven Ahoy
WHEN: 4th Oct 2010 - 17th April 2011
Make sure you check out this amazing new exhibition at the Nelson Provincial Museum, corner Hardy and Trafalgar Streets!


Taylors Womens Triathlon
WHEN: 10th April 2011, 8.00am
WHERE: Maitai Valley - Nelson
All females keen to challenge themselves, have some fun, maybe support a first-timer or experience their first ever triathlon


Easter Dancesport Championships
WHEN: 23rd & 24th April 2011
WHERE: Trafalgar Centre - Nelson
This is a two day dancesport championship showcasing competiton dancing by competitors of all ages in Latin, Ballroom and New Vogue styles and all grades. An amazing spectacular, colorful event attracting dancers from all over the country.

The Hollies
WHEN: 3rd February 2011
With more hit singles than The Beatles in the 60s, THE HOLLIES shaped the world of pop music as we know it today.

Adam Chamber Music Festival - Nelson
WHEN: 3rd to 12th February 2011 Over 40 musicians will be appearing in the 11th Adam Chamber Music Festival held in Nelson 2011

Brightwater Wine & Food Festival
WHEN: 20th February 2011 The Brightwater Wine & Food Festival is one of the Nelson summer highlights.

Opera in the Park - Nelson 2011
WHEN: 26th February 2011 WHERE: Trafalagar Park - Nelson Nelson's signature summer event - picnic under the stars as some of the country's top opera singers entertain you.

Nelson Jazz & Blues Festival
WHEN: 2nd to 9th January 2011 Over 60 events featuring over 100 performers will be here for the eight days and nights at the beginning of 2011.For more info www.nelsonjazzfest.co.nz

Port Nelson Haven Ahoy
WHEN: 4th Oct 2010 - 17th April 2011 Make sure you check out this amazing new exhibition at the Nelson Provincial Museum, corner Hardy and Trafalgar Streets!

Nelson Arts Festival
WHEN: 14 - 25 Oct 2010 Showcasing a fantastic selection of young performing artists from our region.

Nelson Cycle Festival
WHEN: 8 - 17 October 2010 Over 10 days in Nelson, "The Centre of Cycling" will be host to this celebration of cycling in New Zealand - Come for the ride and stay for the fun!

Ecofest 2010
WHEN: 21 - 22 Aug 2010 Nelson by day music by night, three jam packed weeks of music for the whole family.

Nelson Winter Music Festival
WHEN: 9th to 25th July 2010 Nelson by day music by night, three jam packed weeks of music for the whole family

THEATRE ROYAL GALA OPENING CELEBRATIONS - NELSON
WHEN: May 31 - June 19 2010 The Theatre Royal has a Gala Opening Celebrations. A fortnight of performance treats is planned. Accommodation available at Admirals Motor Inn - Nelson, don't miss out on these special events.

'CEOL ANEAS' TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC FESTIVAL
WHEN: June 4th √7th Ceol Aneas (Music of the South in Irish Gaelic) is New Zealand's Irish music festival held annually in Nelson. Enquire about accommodation at Admirals Motor Inn.

NELSON HARNESS RACING CLUB - WINTER CUP FESTIVAL
WHEN: June 11th - 13th Although racing is a very important part of the weekend, it's not just about the horses. Bring the whole family for a fun day out!




Port Nelson Street Races
WHEN: Sat 2nd January 2010 Motorcycle Racing taking place on the closed streets of Port Nelson. Accommodation available at Admirals 0800 745 755 for conference accommodation rates.


Woollaston Nelson Jazz & Blues Festival
WHEN: 2nd - 9th Jan 2010 An integral part of summertime in Nelson - loads of sunshine, world-class musicians and a choice of more than 60 events over 8 consecutive days for individuals and families. Accommodation available at Admirals Motor Inn.


Nelson Opera in the Park
WHEN: 7.30pm 13 February 2010 Nelson Opera in the Park goes to the seaside for 2010 and will be staged on the grassed area at Tahunanui bring along your picnic hamper and wine for night under the stars by the beach.Entry is Free however you do require a ticket.


The Nelson Winter Festival 2009
10th - 25th July 2009 The Nelson School of Music is once again proud to present a Winter Festival with some of the finest artists locally, nationally and internationally.


Dancesport Nelson Easter Championships
11th & 12th April 2009 Trafalgar Centre - Nelson Two full days of top class dancesport - ballroom, latin, new vogue featuring dancers of every age from all over New Zealand and a 'Show spectacular' on both Saturday and Sunday evenings. If your just watching or competing accommodation available at Admirlas Motor Inn Motel.


Nelsons' Blossom Festival

Nelsons Miyazu Garden is looking absolutly beautiful this time of year. It's a great time to visit Nelson and go to Nelsons' Miyazu garden, which is one of several lovely gardens around Nelson.

Your accommodation is here at our friendly Nelson Motel and see Nelson gardens in Bloom this spring.


Nelson Arts Festival
Being held over 11 days. 16th to 27th October 2008 Held at Founders Heritage park and other venues around Nelson city.

Experience the carnivale ambience of Founders' Mainstage, browse the Manifest exhibition of contemporary art installations, attend boutique concerts in St Peters and enjoy drinks and dining at the Granary Festival Cafe.

Accommodation available at the Admirals Motor Inn, your Nelson city motel.


Wellness Tourism Conference
Thankyou to all those who stayed with us for the Inaugural New Zealand Wellness Tourism Conference in Nelson. We look forward to seeing you next time you visit us in Nelson.


Lioness Forum in Nelson
12 - 14 September at the Maitai Club Haven Lioness Club are hosting the first National Lioness 'Spring Fling' Forum. Lioness from clubs throughout the country gathering in Nelson to enjoy themselves, exchange ideas and sample the unique atmosphere/culture/fare of the Nelson district. Accommodation available at Admirals Motor Inn

A wonderful exhibit, I hope you all went to see it in Nelson.

A collection of historical coustume including some of the earliest garments made and worn by women in Nelson.


Nelson School of Music Winter Festival
10-20 July 2008 Nelson's Historic School of Music auditorium, Richmond and Motueka. Click above for more information


Mini 50th Anniversary
Mini's 50th birthday here in Nelson in 2009!! 24th to 30th August 2009 Yes, A long way off but book now to get your accommodation at the Admiral's RESERVATION FREEPHONE 0800 745 755


Nelson Premier Wedding Festival
Trafalgar Centre,Nelson City, 8th June

Admirals Motor Inn, Nelson city. Only a 5 minute drive to the Trafalgar Center, Nelson City, New Zealand. Nelson looks forward to next year.


Annual Book Fair
Nelson's Annual book fair at Founders Historical Park (central Nelson)was succesful. Admirals Motel looks forward to next year.


Nelson's Marchfest
Marchfest is being held at Founders Heritage Park on 29th March. Accommodation available at the Admirals Motor Inn, Motel, Nelson, New Zealand.


Morris Minor National Convention
2008 Morris Minor National Convention in Nelson Great weekend, hope you all enjoyed yourself.






Opera in the Park - Nelson - Featuring Dame Kiri Te Kanawa
New Zealand's top opera stars and best loved singers provide a night of fabulous music in a picnic atmosphere with a spectacular fireworks finale.


Nelson Girls College 125th Jubilee
Nelson Girls College Reunion, 22 Feb 2008. Admirals motor inn, Nelson motel wishes all those attending a great time.






Brightwater Wine & Food Festival
Sunday 17th Feb 2008 (day after Dame Kiri Concert). Nelson city Motel Accommodation available at Admirals Motor Inn, Motel, Nelson, New Zealand.


Abel Tasman National Park
Have a adventure in the Abel Tasman National Park. Stay at our nelson motel (1hours drive to Able Tasman)


Dame Kiri Te Kanawa
Dame Kiri in Nelson !!!! at Trafalgar Park, Nelson on Feb 16. Limited accommodation (studio and two bedroom units)still available.