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Welcome to the Bowater Motors Group

Our history is just the beginning...

Since 1947, the Bowater Motors Group has been providing the Nelson region with quality vehicles and servicing.

Think Bowater and three things come to mind...
Quality, excellence and vehicles to suit a lifestyle.

Whether urban or off-road, let Bowater's begin your journey.

If you're going somewhere - Bowater's will take you there.

Proudly Supporting Our Region

Nelson Bays Soccer

Nelson Bays Soccer has been proudly associated with Bowater Toyota for the last 3 years. A sponsored vehicle is supplied for the Regional Development Coach and all registered players and families also benefit with Bowater Toyota discount cards for car servicing and parts. Nelson Bays Soccer organises club competition, coaching programmes for players from 5 years up and, with Bowater Toyota support, run a school holiday programmes and, in September, the Bowater Toyota Soccer Festival.

Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce

Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce (NTCC) represents over 450 businesses throughout the region advocating on behalf of business. The realisation that the Chamber needed to keep in touch with its members and be highly visible resulted in a branded vehicle being provided by The Bowater Group - a loyal cornerstone sponsor since 2004.

"By The Bowater Group generously providing this vehicle we are out and about keeping in touch with our members and raising our profile. Thanks to all the team at The Bowater Group". NTCofC CEO Sharon McGuire.

The Nelson Regional Economic Development Agency

The Nelson Regional Economic Development Agency (EDA) is committed to driving a smart, sustainable and prosperous future for the region. This is achieved by developing strategies and supporting sectors and organizations to drive this vision to reality. Working closely with stakeholders the EDA facilitates the development of employment opportunities and investment in regional enterprises, addresses infrastructural issues and helps to develop prosperous businesses. Bill Findlater, Chief Executive of the EDA, is proud to be driving a car from Bowater Cars - a very forward focused local business that shares the EDA's determination to make Nelson the great place it can be.

The Nelson Jazz Festival

The Nelson Jazz Festival has become an integral part of summertime in Nelson. Loads of sunshine, world-class musicians and a choice of more than 60 events. Held over five consecutive days there are seven ticketed concerts, 4 park events and performances in cafes, pubs, restaurants and the streets for everyone to enjoy. For more information » click here «.

Toyota Racing

Mid-2005 Toyota New Zealand announced that it was going to start, in New Zealand, a new single seater wings and slicks racing series. This couldn't have come at a better time for Victory Motor Racing team principals Garry Orton & Guy Griffith.

Having run similar cars in America for several years, on their return Garry & Guy began setting up their team. Bowater Toyota were one of their first supporters and have continued to this day. Last season was a good year for the team who finished 2nd in the international series and won the Dan Higgins trophy. Driver Brendon Hartley was one of 4 drivers world-wide to be chosen to drive for the Red Bull development program and at the age of 16 moved to Europe to race professionally.

Contact information

Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce
Tel: 03 548 1363

Nelson Regional EDA
To contact Bill or the EDA team:
Phone: 03 545 6858
Fax: 03 539 0825
Visit » the EDA website here «

Nelson Bays Soccer
Phone: 03 547 5600

Garry Orton
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Woollaston JazzFest
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