NBS Talk Nelson

In this episode, hosts Chris Butler and Les Edwards dive into the latest rugby action from the top of the South Island, focusing on the Tasman Mako’s season. They review the Ranfurly Shield challenge against Taranaki and preview the upcoming Quarter-Final match versus Canterbury this Sunday in Blenheim. The special guest for this episode is Mako #196, halfback Louie Chapman. Louie shares his rugby...

In this episode, hosts Chris Butler and Les Edwards dive into the latest rugby action from the Top of the South Island, New Zealand, with a focus on the Tasman Mako season. They review the sheild defence vs Auckland and preview (Ranfurly Shield Defence) vs Taranaki. Our special guest is Tasman Mako Manager Huw Beynon. Huw tells us about his 2nd year of Managing the Tasman Mako and how the season i...

In this week's episode co-hosts Chris Butler and Neil Connell bring you all the latest in senior football from New Zealand's upper South Island.  This is the last episode for 2024. We review the season covering off FC Nelson's Southern League 2nd leg play-off match vs Wamakariri at Guppy Park, Nelson. We also review Senior Men's and Women's local leagues, the Sourthern Lea...

In this episode, hosts Chris Butler and Les Edwards dive into the latest rugby action from the Top of the South Island, New Zealand, with a focus on the Tasman Mako season. They review the close match vs Waikato and review storm week with games against Otago, Auckland (Ranfurly Shield Defence) and Taranaki. Our special guest is Tasman Mako #217, flanker, Tim Sail. Born in Napier, Tim grew up in Au...

In this week's episode co-hosts Chris Butler, Ryan "Skippy" Stewart, and Neil Connell bring you all the latest in senior football from New Zealand's upper South Island. We give a special shout-out to FC Nelson, who are heading into the second leg of their Southern League play-off against Waimakariri after a thrilling 3-2 win in Christchurch last weekend. Our very special guest...

In this episode, hosts Chris Butler and Les Edwards dive into the latest rugby action from the Top of the South Island, New Zealand, with a focus on the Tasman Mako season. They review the hard-fought Ranfurly Shield challenge against Wellington and provide a preview of the upcoming game against Waikato in the NPC. Our special guest is Mako #205, Macca Spring. Macca, who grew up in Richmond, NZ, p...

Join hosts Chris Butler & Ryan "Skippy" Stewart as they bring you the latest in Senior Football for both men and women from New Zealand's upper South Island. We also dive into Southern League highlights, overseas news and the Premiership. Don't miss any of the football fervor—catch all the action at www.talknelson.co.nz or on Spotify under NBS Talk Nelson A huge shout-out t...

In this episode, hosts Chris Butler and Les Edwards cover the latest in Rugby from the Top of the South Island, New Zealand, including 1st XV NZ Top 4 review, international matches, and the Tasman Mako season including the Ranfurly Sheild.  Our special guest is Mako #164, prop Ryan Coxon . Ryan talks to us about growing up in Tokoroa, going to school and playing rugby in Cambridge, playing for Wai...

In this episode, hosts Chris Butler and Les Edwards cover the latest in Rugby from the Top of the South Island, New Zealand, including 1st XV NZ Top 4 preview, international matches, and the Tasman Mako season.  Our special guest is Mako #138, halfback Finlay (“Red”) Christie. Finlay talks to us about his birth place Peebles in Scotland, growing up in Pukekohe, his gymnastics background and breaki...

Join hosts Chris Butler & Neil Connell as they bring you the latest in Senior Football for both men and women from New Zealand's upper South Island. We also dive into Southern League highlights, overseas news and the English Premiership. Our special guests are  Wolfgang Waechter and his son Tore Waechter, father and son managment and coach combo for the Mens 1st Division Premiership winni...

In this episode, hosts Chris Butler and Les Edwards cover the latest in Rugby from the Top of the South Island, New Zealand, including 1st XV finals review and preview for the Top 4 National Chamionship, international matches, and the Tasman Mako season.  Our special guest is Mako #180, first-five Willie Havili. Willie talks to us about growing up in Motueka, also playing days at Nelson Collage, N...

Join hosts Chris Butler & Ryan "Skippy" Stewart as they bring you the latest in Senior Football for both men and women from New Zealand's upper South Island. We also dive into Southern League highlights, overseas news and the English Premiership. Our special guest is Sheree Lapslie, Regional and Technical Support for Nelson Bays Football. We find out about Sheree's backgrou...

In this episode, hosts Chris Butler and Les Edwards cover the latest in Rugby from the Top of the South Island, New Zealand, including 1st XV finals review, international matches, and the Tasman Mako season.  Our special guest is Mako #150, flanker Braden Stewart. Braden talks to us about growing up in Blenheim, playing for Centrals and his Mako career so far. Braden is also part of a family where...

Join hosts Chris Butler & Ryan "Skippy" Stewart as they bring you the latest in Senior Football for both men and women from New Zealand's upper South Island. We also dive into Southern League highlights, overseas news and the English Premiership. Our special guest is Cory Wilson, goal keeper (injured) for Nelson Suburbs SPL team. Cory tells us about his background in Londonderry...

 In this episode, hosts Chris Butler and Les Edwards cover the latest in Rugby from the Top of the South Island, New Zealand, including 1st XV semi-finals, international matches, and the Tasman Mako season. Special guest Will Butler, the Mako’s newest player, discusses his rugby journey from England to New Zealand, including his time with Worcester Warriors and the England U20s. Will shares insigh...

In this episode, co-hosts Chris Butler and Les Edwards sit down with Aaron 'Aza' Dundon, the Forwards Coach for the Tasman Mako. Aaron shares his journey from playing 1st XV Rugby at Wellington College, to his time in French and Irish Rugby, including a notable stint with Leinster, and a coaching role with the Ireland U20s, leading up to his current position preparing the Mako for the NP...

Join hosts Chris Butler & Ryan "Skippy" Stewart as they bring you the latest in Senior Football for both men and women from New Zealand's upper South Island. We also dive into Southern League highlights, overseas news and the Olympics. Don't miss any of the football fervor—catch all the action at www.talknelson.co.nz or on Spotify under NBS Talk Nelson A huge shout-out to o...

Join hosts Chris Butler & Ryan "Skippy" Stewart as they bring you the latest in Senior Football for both men and women from New Zealand's upper South Island. We also dive into Southern League highlights, overseas news and the Olympics. Don't miss any of the football fervor—catch all the action at www.talknelson.co.nz or on Spotify under NBS Talk Nelson A huge shout-out to o...

In this episode, co-hosts Chris Butler and Les Edwards explore the latest rugby updates from New Zealand's upper South Island. We update you on the latest from 1st XV Rugby,  The Black Ferns Gold Medalists, The All Blacks Championship Squad and a full run down on the up and coming Tasman Mako Season.  Don't miss this at www.talknelson.co.nz or on Spotify under NBS Talk Nelson, supported...

Join your hosts, Simon Duffy and Chris Butler, as they dive into Nelson City's personalities and stories. Our special guest is, Shelley Haring, Owner of Nelson Events and Conference Manager at On-Cue Conferences. We explore Shelley's journey, her pivotal role in shaping Nelson's events scene, and her thoughts on what she would like to see in Nelson City for the future. Send us Fan M...

Join hosts Chris Butler & Ryan "Skippy" Stewart as they bring you the latest in Senior Football for both men and women from New Zealand's upper South Island. We also dive into Southern League highlights, overseas news, the Olympics, and the International Cup in Christchurch, New Zealand. Don't miss any of the football fervor—catch all the action at www.talknelson.co.nz. A h...

The Talk Of The Town’ Hosted by Simon Duffy and Chris Butler. This series shines a light on the vibrant individuals shaping Nelson City's unique character. From their roots to their roles in Nelson's story, their trials, and their visions for our city. Kicking off with Pete Coates, the entrepreneurial spirit behind 8 Plates Restaurant on Trafalgar Street. We hope you enjoy the personal j...

Simon Duffy and Chris Butler, delve into the lives and stories of the dynamic personalities who contribute to the distinctive flair of Nelson City in New Zealand. Through exploring their origins, roles, challenges, and aspirations, we uncover the essence of what makes Nelson truly unique. In this episode, we're thrilled to have Tim Babbage, the Owner of Beggs Music, a cornerstone of Nelson&ap...

In this episode, co-hosts Chris Butler and Les Edwards explore the latest rugby updates from New Zealand's upper South Island. We review the Senior Men's and Women's Stuff Tasman Trophy Finals. We update you on the latest from 1st XV Rugby,  International Rugby U20s and the All Blacks Test vs Fiji. We're also excited to welcome this week's guest, Steve Mitchell, new CEO of...

Welcome to another episode of Bays Joinery Football Focus, brought to you by Chris Butler. This week, we are joined by Phil Thompson, President of FC Nelson, to bring you the latest in Senior Football for both men and women, straight from New Zealand's upper South Island. We also dive into Southern League highlights, overseas news, and the International Cup in Christchurch, New Zealand. Don&a...