Beth Catley

1 July 2025

Calling all plane spotters!

Beth Catley

1 July 2025

Nelson Airport is calling all plane spotters to take part in its popular annual Plane Spotting Photo Competition.

Beth Catley

18 June 2025

Digging deep for our region’s future

Beth Catley

18 June 2025

We’re building an airport that’s ready for what’s next – for business, for tourism, for friends and family. We’re investing in the future of our region, so Nelson-Tasman can thrive, grow and stay open to every opportunity.

Beth Catley

7 April 2025

Nelson Airport adopts Hidden Disabilities Sunflower

Beth Catley

7 April 2025

Nelson Airport adopts Hidden Disabilities Sunflower

The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower has arrived at Nelson Airport, ensuring anyone travelling with a hidden disability can discreetly signal their need for extra assistance or care.

Beth Catley

25 March 2025

Autumn Quarterly Update 2025

Beth Catley

25 March 2025

As the seasons turn, we’re embracing everything autumn has to offer in Nelson-Tasman – a new freshness in the morning air, crystal-clear skies with lingering warmth throughout the day and the promise of delicious local produce from the season’s harvest of apples, grapes and hops.

Beth Catley

24 February 2025

Nelson Airport confirms decision on notice of requirement for a runway extension

Beth Catley

24 February 2025

Nelson Airport confirms decision on notice of requirement for a runway extension

The airport has today given notice to the Nelson City Council of its decision on the notice of requirement (NoR) to enable a future extension to its main runway.

Beth Catley

29 January 2025

‘Gallagher Grump’ wins over Dame Suzie in fundraising comp

Beth Catley

29 January 2025

‘Gallagher Grump’ wins over Dame Suzie in fundraising comp

The results are in, and the ‘Gallagher Grump’ has taken top honours in the 2024 Nelson Airport Trees of Remembrance campaign.

Beth Catley

22 January 2025

2025 Summer Photo Competition

Beth Catley

22 January 2025

Capture the feeling of a Nelson Tasman Summer! Enter our Summer Photo Competition here

Beth Catley

17 December 2024

Nelson Airport welcomes Project 2-Zero recommendations

Beth Catley

17 December 2024

Nelson Airport welcomes Project 2-Zero recommendations

Nelson Airport has welcomed the newly-released recommendations of the Independent Hearing Panel on its Project 2-Zero planning applications.

Beth Catley

27 November 2024

Airport gains approvals for bridging Jenkins Creek

Beth Catley

27 November 2024

Airport gains approvals for bridging Jenkins Creek

Nelson Airport has gained resource consent to build bridges over Jenkins Creek and create a new carparking area as it looks to deliver the next phase of development in its 2050 Masterplan.

Beth Catley

31 October 2024

Nelson Airport set to begin $10 million apron reconstruction

Beth Catley

31 October 2024

Nelson Airport set to begin $10 million apron reconstruction

After years of planning, a full reconstruction of Nelson Airport’s apron will take place over the next six months to ensure a safe, high-quality environment for airport operators and passengers now and in the future.

Beth Catley

23 October 2024

Nelson Airport Introduces Long Stay Parking

Beth Catley

23 October 2024

Nelson Airport Introduces Long Stay Parking

From 1 November, Nelson Airport’s Value Carpark will change to a Long Stay Carpark, with cheaper rates for those staying five days or longer.

Beth Catley

3 October 2024

Nelson Airport pays $1.3 million dividend to region’s councils

Beth Catley

3 October 2024

Nelson Airport pays $1.3 million dividend to region’s councils

Nelson Airport’s Annual Report 2024 shows strong financial performance despite challenging environment.

Beth Catley

30 September 2024

New Chief Executive Appointed for Nelson Airport

Beth Catley

30 September 2024

New Chief Executive Appointed for Nelson Airport

Nelson Airport has appointed Brendan Cook as its new chief executive officer.

Beth Catley

19 September 2024

West End Hospitality Group to bring new flavour to Nelson Airport cafe-bar experience

Beth Catley

19 September 2024

West End Hospitality Group to bring new flavour to Nelson Airport cafe-bar experience

Experienced hospitality company West End Hospitality Group (WEHG) has been selected as Nelson Airport’s new cafe and bar tenant following a publicly advertised process.

Beth Catley

13 September 2024

New deal formalises Air Cadets' historic occupation rights

Beth Catley

13 September 2024

New deal formalises Air Cadets' historic occupation rights

Nelson Airport and the Nelson Air Cadets have confirmed a deal ensuring a strong future for the youth development programme at the airport.

Beth Catley

17 July 2024

Airport firefighter marks 40 years as Rescue Fire Service changes name

Beth Catley

17 July 2024

Airport firefighter marks 40 years as Rescue Fire Service changes name

Veteran Nelson Airport firefighter Murray Hart has clocked up 40 years of service in a career that has seen significant change for the airport and its fire service.

Beth Catley

28 May 2024

Major stormwater pipe upgrade planned to increase airport resilience

Beth Catley

28 May 2024

Major stormwater pipe upgrade planned to increase airport resilience

The first in a series of major resilience upgrades is set to begin at Nelson Airport this month with the replacement of a 60-year-old stormwater pipe that drains water from the runway.

Beth Catley

8 May 2024

Nelson Airport chief executive Mark Thompson resigns

Beth Catley

8 May 2024

Nelson Airport chief executive Mark Thompson resigns

Nelson Airport’s Mark Thompson has resigned from his role as chief executive officer, and will leave the airport in July to move into consultancy work and spend more time with family.

Beth Catley

14 February 2024

Major renovation brings WWII aircraft hangar back to life

Beth Catley

14 February 2024

Major renovation brings WWII aircraft hangar back to life

The nine-month renovation of a World War II-era aircraft hangar at Nelson Airport is complete, bringing the heritage building back into commercial use.

Beth Catley

23 January 2024

Nelson Airport creates “plane spotting” loop

Beth Catley

23 January 2024

Nelson Airport creates “plane spotting” loop

Nelson Airport has created a “plane spotting” loop along the Airport Perimeter Walkway to give aviation and photography enthusiasts more opportunities to snap great images.

Calling all plane spotters!

Digging deep for our region’s future

Nelson Airport adopts Hidden Disabilities Sunflower

Autumn Quarterly Update 2025

Nelson Airport confirms decision on notice of requirement for a runway extension

‘Gallagher Grump’ wins over Dame Suzie in fundraising comp

2025 Summer Photo Competition

Nelson Airport welcomes Project 2-Zero recommendations

Airport gains approvals for bridging Jenkins Creek

Nelson Airport set to begin $10 million apron reconstruction

Nelson Airport Introduces Long Stay Parking

Nelson Airport pays $1.3 million dividend to region’s councils

New Chief Executive Appointed for Nelson Airport

West End Hospitality Group to bring new flavour to Nelson Airport cafe-bar experience

New deal formalises Air Cadets' historic occupation rights

Airport firefighter marks 40 years as Rescue Fire Service changes name

Major stormwater pipe upgrade planned to increase airport resilience

Nelson Airport chief executive Mark Thompson resigns

Major renovation brings WWII aircraft hangar back to life

Nelson Airport creates “plane spotting” loop

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