Nelson AI Sandbox

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The AI Sandbox is an inclusive discovery space in Nelson, based at Halifax Cafe (28 Halifax Street), where anyone can drop in or schedule a visit to gain safe, free access to AI tools and hands-on expertise.

It was great to spend time with senior students from Nelson College for Girls last week as part of their media week.We p...
04/06/2026

It was great to spend time with senior students from Nelson College for Girls last week as part of their media week.

We packed a bit into our 30 minutes; introducing the girls to the Nelson AI Sandbox, explaining how Large Language Models work, talking about their limitations, and how to use those tools safely and effectively.

Jack and Jo also talked through how to use AI safely and responsibly in their studies, and introduced NotebookLM as a handy study aid.

The questions afterwards were thoughtful and insightful. The future is in good hands - and the girls gave us plenty to think about too!

Thank you for the opportunity, Nelson College for Girls. 🙏

Supporting young people to understand and confidently and safely engage with AI is a big part of what we do. Get in touch if you'd like us to come to you.

Have you checked out our website?We have a wide range of curated tutorials on everything from AI ethics, crafting your p...
04/06/2026

Have you checked out our website?

We have a wide range of curated tutorials on everything from AI ethics, crafting your prompts, AI and Cybersecurity, AI in Home Design and much more.

Pop on over and give them a try: https://aisandbox.org.nz/curated-streams/

Are you in sales? Our next workshop is just for you.Are you using AI in sales? How well are you really using it?We're ru...
03/06/2026

Are you in sales? Our next workshop is just for you.

Are you using AI in sales? How well are you really using it?

We're running AI for Sales on 11 June, a practical three and a half hour session for people who sell and want real value out of the tools they're already poking at. It's hands-on. You'll work on the jobs that actually eat your week: outreach that doesn't sound like a bot, call prep and objection handling, and the admin that gives you hours back.

You'll leave with a Sales Prompt Pack that's yours to keep and use the next morning.

In-person at Pūtangitangi Greenmeadows Centre. $295, with team rates for groups of five or more.

Tickets in the link below.
https://aisandbox.org.nz/workshops/aiforsales/

How great is this feedback from a mum who visited the cafe with her son and spent time with our AI Specialist Jack Manso...
28/05/2026

How great is this feedback from a mum who visited the cafe with her son and spent time with our AI Specialist Jack Manson. This is why the Nelson AI Sandbox exists.🔥

"I am a sole parent of a tech savvy young boy and I struggle to find opportunities for him to learn about AI. Jack is patient and knowledgeable and my son is enjoying learning from him. We really appreciate this opportunity for expanding our knowledge and capability regardless of our current income bracket!! It's great not to be left behind in our changing tech world." - 10/10 rating

Book your session with Jack here: https://aisandbox.org.nz/book-a-session/

🤖👋It was great to share our story about the Nelson AI Sandbox and our new AI Cafe co-located at the Halifax Cafe, with ...
27/05/2026

🤖👋It was great to share our story about the Nelson AI Sandbox and our new AI Cafe co-located at the Halifax Cafe, with local and national media and explain why helping the community upskill in AI technology is so important.

If you are curious about AI, or have questions about the technology, you can drop in or make a booking to talk to Jack our AI Specialist for a FREE appointment. We are here to help everyone no matter your skill level. See you at the Halifax Cafe!

AI Cafe Making Technology Accessible in Nelson RNZ https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/science-and-technology/594017/ai-cafe-making-technology-accessible-in-nelson
Nine to Noon RNZ: Charity Running AI Lessons From a Local Cafe https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/ninetonoon/audio/2019033520/nelson-charity-running-ai-lessons-from-a-local-cafe
The Press - Nelson Mail: Community AI Initiative Sets up Cafe https://www.thepress.co.nz/nz-news/360994311/community-ai-initiative-sets-shop-cafe
Nelson AI Café offers homely AI learning | Top South Now https://www.topsouthnow.co.nz/news/69f7f00ca811a1fe181627ed

🎉 We had a great time at the Nelson Tech Symposium 2026!The Nelson AI Sandbox crew loved having a stand and getting to m...
25/05/2026

🎉 We had a great time at the Nelson Tech Symposium 2026!

The Nelson AI Sandbox crew loved having a stand and getting to meet so many awesome people from the local tech industry. There's a real energy in the Nelson tech community and we're stoked to be a part of it.

Big shoutout to Sandy - who represented the Sandbox by showing some of her impressive dance moves! 💃🕺

We're looking forward to building on the connections we made and growing alongside the incredible tech community in our backyard. 🌿

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our stand — let's keep the conversation going!

Team Spotlight – Jo DellabarcaJo Dellabarca has recently joined as the Sandbox's Operation and Project Coordinator. She ...
21/05/2026

Team Spotlight – Jo Dellabarca

Jo Dellabarca has recently joined as the Sandbox's Operation and Project Coordinator. She will take over some of Sloane Bayley's work, following Sloane's move to Queenstown.

Jo moved to Nelson a year ago from the Wairarapa. She worked in Wellington for many years in marketing, project coordinator and membership management roles.

She came across the Nelson AI Sandbox not long after she moved to Whakatū/Nelson and was impressed by the concept of the Sandbox, as an approachable welcoming place where anyone can get hands on with technology.

Jo enjoys working with people and is looking forward to helping build Nelson Tasman’s capacity in AI. She's passionate about creating a community where everyone has an equitable relationship with technology and the benefits AI provides.

In her spare time, Jo dabbles in AI and currently has a couple of small projects on the go. She is excited about developing her skills through the Sandbox.

Outside of work she spends time painting landscapes in oil, gardening and she also enjoys craft beer.

She looks forward to meeting you at the Sandbox, a workshop or another NAIS event.

Nicholas came into the AI Sandbox and didn't know what to expect but was "blown away" by the help he received from our A...
20/05/2026

Nicholas came into the AI Sandbox and didn't know what to expect but was "blown away" by the help he received from our AI Specialist Jack. Jack gave him a general introduction to AI and showed what it could do for him personally as a business owner.

Nicholas says the Sandbox is the "go-to-place" to learn about AI, and he "strongly recommends" people check us out. Thanks Nicholas it was our pleasure to work with you.

"I am the owner of a Strategic Communications company in the Middle East and I've been doing strategic brand and marketing work for a very long time," Nicholas wrote.

"I now realise, through Jack's help, just how effective AI can be in assisting me to perform my work - which involves my brain, my original thinking, of course - but to do it in a much simpler, faster, more cost-effective manner. And this is where AI really comes in. We explored Chat GPT, Claude for writing and more, Higgsfield for images and Sumo for music tracks and of course Wispr Flow.

"I am absolutely delighted to recommend AI-Sandbox to anyone who is looking to understand AI better or make it work for them - in whatever way. Jack and Jo and the people at AI-Sandbox are the go-to-place to find out all about AI and what it can do for you. The fact that they are a 'not-for-profit' and that I was able to spend time learning valuable insights at no charge is incredible.

"They run a variety of events at a modest charge, and I strongly recommend that you attend if you are in any way interested.

"We've all been talking about AI for a long time, but it's now a reality. Those that grasp it, use it wisely will prosper while others may well fall by the wayside. The future is now here."

Are you curious about how AI could help you? Book a session here, https://aisandbox.org.nz/book-a-session/

Nicholas came into the AI Sandbox and didn't know what to expect but was "blown away" by the help he received from our A...
20/05/2026

Nicholas came into the AI Sandbox and didn't know what to expect but was "blown away" by the help he received from our AI Specialist Jack.

Jack gave Nicholas a general introduction to AI and showed what it could do for him personally as a business owner.

Nicholas says the Sandbox is the "go-to-place" to learn about AI, and he "strongly recommends" people check us out. Thanks Nicholas it was our pleasure to work with you.

"I am the owner of a Strategic Communications company in the Middle East and I've been doing strategic brand and marketing work for a very long time," Nicholas wrote.

"I now realise, through Jack's help, just how effective AI can be in assisting me to perform my work - which involves my brain, my original thinking, of course - but to do it in a much simpler, faster, more cost-effective manner. And this is where AI really comes in. We explored Chat GPT, Claude for writing and more, Higgsfield for images and Sumo for music tracks and of course Wispr Flow.

"I am absolutely delighted to recommend AI-Sandbox to anyone who is looking to understand AI better or make it work for them - in whatever way. Jack and Jo and the people at AI-Sandbox are the go-to-place to find out all about AI and what it can do for you. The fact that they are a 'not-for-profit' and that I was able to spend time learning valuable insights at no charge is incredible.

"They run a variety of events at a modest charge, and I strongly recommend that you attend if you are in any way interested.

"We've all been talking about AI for a long time, but it's now a reality. Those that grasp it, use it wisely will prosper while others may well fall by the wayside. The future is now here."

Are you curious about how AI could help you? Book a session here, https://aisandbox.org.nz/book-a-session/

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