Port Nelson

Port Nelson’s annual Charity Golf Day has delivered a record-breaking result, raising $47,000 for Victory Boxing, Nelson, New Zealand with a standout $10,000 contribution from Central Express helping drive this year’s total.

Paul Hampton, Victory Boxing’s Programme Director, says the funds will make a massive difference to the club. "We are so incredibly thankful for the support of Port Nelson. Their fundraisers help us deliver our programmes and provide community support."

Thanks to the sponsors who contributed to the excellent result -

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There's been plenty happening at Port Nelson over the past few months, and it's all captured in the latest edition of RE:PORT, our customer and community newsletter.

Inside this issue, you'll find:
- Celebrations marking our 125-year anniversary
- The opening of Calwell
- A warm welcome to new team members
- 10 years of QuayConnect
- The arrival of Port Nelson's longest vessel
- How we're strengthening our focus on critical risks
- Raising $47,000 for Victory Boxing through our annual golf day

From celebrating our history to investing in our future and supporting our community, we're proud to share the stories that make Port Nelson more than just a port.

Take a look at the latest issue of RE:PORT and catch up on what's been happening.

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125 Years on the Water: Port Nelson Through Time

1909 - The first freezing steam ship, Rakaia, arrives at Port Nelson & is the first ship to use the new entrance. Fourteen thousand carcasses of frozen meat were loaded for the UK.



Nelson Provincial Museum, Jones collection, 310128.

125 Years on the Water: Port Nelson Through Time

Port Nelson wharves 1908. The Barque Don, last top-sail schooner to visit Port Nelson, is tied up to the inside of the Railway Wharf. Foreground lies the old Albion wharf. Reclamation is underway to link the two wharves.



Nelson Provincial Museum, ‘Wharves, Nelson, F N Jones, G2366-1/1.