NBS first opened its door in 1862 when Nelson was a young colonial town struggling for a toehold in the wilderness that was Tasman Bay. The people that chose to settle here were industrious, tenacious and entrepreneurial. They were looking to build a new life with new opportunities, and they needed money to build new homes. So they formed what is now know as The Nelson Building Society (NBS). It was a mutual society with the people of the region as its shareholders.From small beginnings NBS has grown into a respected banking entity with branches in Nelson, Richmond, Motueka, Murchison, Westport and Greymouth.We’ve made it easy for you to bank with us by offering several ways to manage your money.? On the internet? Manage your NBS accounts and make payments online? On your phone? Get your balance or move moneyAt your local NBS BranchIt's all about you, no matter who you are, and no matter what you want to achieve,we have a product that will support you and your dreams.