NZ Pain Society 2017 Conference

NELSON

The city of Nelson is close to the centre of New Zealand. It lies at the shore of Tasman Bay, at the northern end of the South Island and is striking for its combination of golden beaches and idyllic bays, framed by native forests and snow-capped mountains. It’s a popular holiday destination all year round.

Nelson received its name in honour of the Admiral Horatio Nelson who defeated both the French and Spanish fleets at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. Many of the roads and public areas around the city are named after people and ships associated with that battle and Trafalgar Street is the main shopping axis of the city.

Nelson is a creative art centre in New Zealand. With over 300 working artists spread throughout the region. Once a year, painters, sculptors, ceramic artists, potters, glass blowers and jewellers come together under one roof for a mega exhibition of art called Art Expo Nelson. This exhibition along with the Nelson Arts Festival will be in full swing at the time of your conference.

The World of Wearable Art Awards began near Nelson and despite the show being held in Wellington the WOW museum showcasing many winning designs is housed close to Nelson Airport. This year also saw the opening of an internationally significant collection of unique classic motorcycles at the NZ Classic Motorcycles, located near the centre of Nelson. Experience around 300 motorcycles spanning a century and including the incomparable Britten V1100 and a gallery of original art.

NEW ZEALAND

Tēnā koutou katoa ngā whānui o tea o, nau mai, haere mai ki Aotearoa. Greetings to all the peoples of the world, welcome to New Zealand.

New Zealand is a sophisticated and unspoilt land with truly breath-taking scenery. One minute you can be soaking in natural thermal pools or scaling glorious mountains, the next you are enjoying fine dining in absolute luxury. It is 100% pure – pure nature, pure adventure, pure relaxation – no wonder it is the envy of the world. The modern urban lifestyle, stable political environment and friendly people attract millions of visitors every year, and they keep coming back. Our primary language is English and our exchange rate tends to benefit visitors. Come visit us. Live and breathe the Kiwi way of life for a while and see why some don’t want to leave Aotearoa, the ‘Land of the Long White Cloud’.

For further Information about New Zealand visit www.purenz.com or www.tourism.org.nz

GETTING THERE

Nelson Airport is the fourth busiest airport in New Zealand and is mainly serviced by New Zealand's national carrier, Air New Zealand. There is also a smaller airline called Air-2-there which has services from Wellington. A number of light plane and helicopter companies also operate from the busy regional airport. Nelson Lakes also has an airstrip at St Arnaud where scenic flights can land.

FLYING TIME TO/FROM NELSON

Direct flight times to Nelson (approximate flying times):

- Auckland to Nelson 1 hour 20 mins

- Wellington to Nelson 35 mins 35 mins

- Christchurch to Nelson 50 mins

FERRY CROSSING TIMES WELLINGTON TO PICTON

Ferry crossing times from Wellington to Picton (approximate sailing times):

- Wellington to Picton (Interislander) 3 hours

- Wellington to Picton (Bluebridge Service) 3 hours 20 mins

DRIVING TIMES TO AND FROM NELSON

Driving times

k/ms

Time

Picton to Nelson City

144

2 Hours

Westport to Nelson City

226

3 hrs 15 mins

Christchurch to Nelson City

424

6 hrs

Nelson city to Motueka

51

45 Mins

Blenheim to Nelson City

116

1 hr 30 mins

Nelson City to Takaka

109

1 hr 30 mins

Kaikoura to Nelson

246

3 hrs 30 mins

Nelson City to St Arnaud

109

1 hr 30 mins

St Arnaud to Picton

125

1 hr 45 mins

Nelson City to Murchison

129

1 hr 50 mins

Hanmer to Nelson

301

4 hrs

TAXIS, RENTAL CARS, SHUTTLES AND PUBLIC TRANSPORT

Taxis:

Nelson City Taxis - Ph: +64 3 548 8225, Freephone: 0800 10 88 55, www.nelsontaxis.co.nz

Sun City Taxis - Ph: +64 3 548 2666. Freephone: 0800 422 666. www.suncitytaxis.co.nz