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Did you know that volunteering can be good for your mental health and, by extension, your general wellbeing?
Here's five ways that volunteering is good for you:
1. It gives you a chance to meet new people, make connections with your community, and maybe even make a new friend!
… View moreDid you know that volunteering can be good for your mental health and, by extension, your general wellbeing?
Here's five ways that volunteering is good for you:
1. It gives you a chance to meet new people, make connections with your community, and maybe even make a new friend!
2. Research shows that helping others or doing something for the community reduces stress because it turns your focus outwards.
3. If you volunteer outdoors, you will become more connected with nature/Papatūānuku.
4. Helping others gives you those warm and fuzzy feelings and will leave you feeling fulfilled.
5. Volunteering can give you a great sense of purpose and remind you that you are an important part of the community.
Browse available roles and apply online by clicking the read more button below.
Alternatively, you can send us a message, call 03 577 9388, email vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz, or book an appointment online via our main Facebook page.
Water supply users say the Kaikōura District Council should have talked to them before coming up with expensive plans to treat their bore water.
Like councils around the country, the council is upgrading water supplies to meet the New Zealand Drinking Water Standards before the government's … View moreWater supply users say the Kaikōura District Council should have talked to them before coming up with expensive plans to treat their bore water.
Like councils around the country, the council is upgrading water supplies to meet the New Zealand Drinking Water Standards before the government's new water regulator Taumata Arowai takes over next year.
Council operations manager Dave Clibbery has recommended splitting the East Coast scheme in two, building a $100,000 treatment plant for Clarence and having farms switch to rainwater for domestic use, at their own expense.
The East Coast scheme supplies 21 rural properties and 13 households in Clarence village, with the bulk of the water used for stock.
The bore supply has never been known to cause illness in its 44-year history.
But the Ministry of Health considers no bores safe after the 2016 Havelock North contamination episode in which 5000 people became ill and four died, and the area is on a boil water notice.
A spokesman for the East Coast water users, Bob Todhunter, said members of the scheme had not been consulted on their views.
Hello. All.
We are wanting to do some reno and add on work to house.
And one recommend an architect and then a builder to help do the work?
Any builders wanting work out there??
Any comments would be helpful
Thanks
Martin
0212284065.
I've always thought of reno blogging as a way to document a difficult process in a fun, relatable way. The benefit? Emotional support and maybe advice from folks following your journey - and maybe a little ego bump from showing off your mad wallpapering skills.
If you're lucky, and good,… View moreI've always thought of reno blogging as a way to document a difficult process in a fun, relatable way. The benefit? Emotional support and maybe advice from folks following your journey - and maybe a little ego bump from showing off your mad wallpapering skills.
If you're lucky, and good, you might be given a couple of cans of paint from your local hardware store, to help you on the way - but that would be the icing on the tip of the social media cake.
Few of us would have the energy or knowhow to turn their reno into a part time side hustle that's both creatively fulfilling, and engaging.
But that's exactly what Moochstyle's Shayden and Georgia Whipps have done - with some pawsome help from their gorgeous dog Frankie. They've been blogging their Christchurch villa reno since they bought their home and Shayden shared their story with us for the final episode of First Rung, our podcast. A first time homeowner and renovator, Shayden is such an inspiring guy to chat with. He makes you want to jump in and give it go. Check out his story and let us know what you think.
To address any issue in our community we need to know what we're up against.
Here's some simple ways you can help to end family violence:
+ Learn! The first step to change is awareness
+ Share facts, resources and helplines
… View moreTo address any issue in our community we need to know what we're up against.
Here's some simple ways you can help to end family violence:
+ Learn! The first step to change is awareness
+ Share facts, resources and helplines
+ Know the signs. Family violence can affect anyone
+ When you see it, report it to New Zealand Police
+ Support victims: check-in regularly, listen, refer
+ Volunteer / make a donation to a relevant charity
Time spent in respite care lets you experience Ryman’s dedicated care teams and the togetherness of village communities. Whether you need rehabilitation or support for family during the holidays.
Respite care is offered in rest-home, hospital and dementia-level care. Being there is just one … View moreTime spent in respite care lets you experience Ryman’s dedicated care teams and the togetherness of village communities. Whether you need rehabilitation or support for family during the holidays.
Respite care is offered in rest-home, hospital and dementia-level care. Being there is just one of the ways we’re pioneering a new way of living for a new retirement generation.
Opportunity of the week: Van Drivers (for Alzheimer's Marlborough Day Program)
Van Drivers are required to support this programme by picking clients up from their homes in the morning and dropping them off at the end of the day.
A second volunteer assists the driver.
Full, clean licence is … View moreOpportunity of the week: Van Drivers (for Alzheimer's Marlborough Day Program)
Van Drivers are required to support this programme by picking clients up from their homes in the morning and dropping them off at the end of the day.
A second volunteer assists the driver.
Full, clean licence is required but no endorsements necessary.
Drivers do rounds 8:30am - 10am, and 3:15 - 4:45 pm.
Minimum commitment: once per fortnight.
You don't need to know a lot about dementia/Alzheimer's; the staff and other volunteers can help you learn.
Apply online by clicking the read more button below.
Alternatively, send us a message, call 03 577 9388, email vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz, or book an appointment online via our main Facebook page.
Black Friday Sale.
Book a job between now and 27/11/2020 to receive a 15% Discount, no matter what the job large or small.
Continuing our series on local managers of volunteers for International Volunteer Managers' Day 2020...
Introducing Tania, the wonderful Store Manager at the Blenheim Salvation Army Family Store!
- Tell us about how you first got involved with the Salvation Army Family Store? The family … View moreContinuing our series on local managers of volunteers for International Volunteer Managers' Day 2020...
Introducing Tania, the wonderful Store Manager at the Blenheim Salvation Army Family Store!
- Tell us about how you first got involved with the Salvation Army Family Store? The family store was advertising in the church newsletter for volunteers. I was, at the time, working full-time but was happy to go on a monthly roster to help out on a Saturday morning.
- What was your first impression?
It felt like I had walked into a normal retail store. The shop was set out really nicely and it smelled fresh. I have memories of going into op shops in my teenage years and the shops smelled musty (old moth ball smell) which was not inviting.
- What has surprised you most about working with the Family Store? The dedication of those who volunteer their time freely with us. Two of our volunteers have been here for 17 years. One of them is 83 years old now and has faithfully kept her 2 shifts every week since she started, only taking time off if she was unwell. Our staff lead busy lives outside of their work here but they give it 100% and more when here.
- What's the best thing to happen since you started working here? The move to our new shop in Redwood Street. It is a lovely, modern shop that has a great feel to it! Our back sorting room is also much bigger and user-friendly so it's been a big plus all round for us.
Read the full story on our website by clicking the read more button below.
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Hannah from Volunteer Marlborough will be in Picton THIS Thursday from 10:30 am !
Pop in to talk to Hannah about anything to do with volunteering in Marlborough... For example, ask us where you can help in Picton (there are 22 opportunities in or near Picton!)
You might also like to ask us what … View moreHannah from Volunteer Marlborough will be in Picton THIS Thursday from 10:30 am !
Pop in to talk to Hannah about anything to do with volunteering in Marlborough... For example, ask us where you can help in Picton (there are 22 opportunities in or near Picton!)
You might also like to ask us what volunteering is, what you can get out of volunteering, or how you can volunteer as part of a group.
Hannah from Volunteer Marlborough will be available to meet with anyone interested in volunteering at the Picton Library between 10:30am and 3:30pm.
If you would like to arrange an appointment after 3:30pm, please call 035779388, or email vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz.
Be one of the first to ride or cycle the officially opened Shared Path on Jacksons Rd.
This new path will be officially opened by the Mayor John Leggett.
The path is 1.4km long and adds another link to the growing network of Shared Paths in and around Renwick.
Its all happening at the Allan Scott … View moreBe one of the first to ride or cycle the officially opened Shared Path on Jacksons Rd.
This new path will be officially opened by the Mayor John Leggett.
The path is 1.4km long and adds another link to the growing network of Shared Paths in and around Renwick.
Its all happening at the Allan Scott Family Winemakers cellar door carpark in Jacksons Rd at 2.00pm on Tuesday 10th November.
Bring your bike, or walking shoes!
I am looking for an egg incubator
or any brooding cage or accessories to hatch chicks
thanks
oliver clifford
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