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Have you nominated a group for The Mitre 10 Community of the Year Award - a group of people that together have made an outstanding difference to their community this year.
Nominate here: nzawards.org.nz...
Nominations close Sunday, 30th August
Why volunteer? Because it looks great on your CV! Volunteering shows employers that you have a strong work ethic, shows off your skills, and can give you referees.
You can see all available roles (and apply online) on our website (click the read more button below)
Hey neighbours,
The clock is ticking! There's just 9 days to nominate Marlborough's Local Hero.
Now's the time to celebrate everyday people doing extraordinary things in your community.
There's a winner from each of the 16 regions - will the Kiwibank Local Hero of the Year … View moreHey neighbours,
The clock is ticking! There's just 9 days to nominate Marlborough's Local Hero.
Now's the time to celebrate everyday people doing extraordinary things in your community.
There's a winner from each of the 16 regions - will the Kiwibank Local Hero of the Year from Marlborough hail from Picton??
Share your thoughts and nominate them before Sunday 30 August.
nzawards.org.nz...
Buy any yellow testpot from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 17-31 August 2020 and Resene will donate $1 to the NZ Cancer Society!
The more yellow testpots you buy, the more will be donated! Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene yellow testpots (excludes metallics and wood … View moreBuy any yellow testpot from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 17-31 August 2020 and Resene will donate $1 to the NZ Cancer Society!
The more yellow testpots you buy, the more will be donated! Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene yellow testpots (excludes metallics and wood stains).
Help us make a difference to the health of kiwis.
Shop online or call or visit your Resene ColorShop.
Do you have a Nice Neighbour in your community that has shone through the shadow of this pandemic?
Has someone offered to pick up supplies for you? Maybe your neighbour rang up to have a friendly chat? Any person that's made your community more neighbourly, nominate them on our … View moreDo you have a Nice Neighbour in your community that has shone through the shadow of this pandemic?
Has someone offered to pick up supplies for you? Maybe your neighbour rang up to have a friendly chat? Any person that's made your community more neighbourly, nominate them on our Nice Neighbour page now!
If selected, your nomination will be published in your community paper with you and your nominee each winning a $25 Prezzy® Card!
We have an Elite Fitness rower for sale in good condition. Paid $1500, selling for $750 ONO
Our buns are made fresh daily at Aryzta’s dedicated bun bakery on Auckland’s North Shore.
We have high standards and our bakers do too, which is why there are multiple quality checks in place at the bakery and only the best looking buns make the cut.
We use less than a teaspoon of sugar… View moreOur buns are made fresh daily at Aryzta’s dedicated bun bakery on Auckland’s North Shore.
We have high standards and our bakers do too, which is why there are multiple quality checks in place at the bakery and only the best looking buns make the cut.
We use less than a teaspoon of sugar in each of the buns which gives them the colour and texture that makes them perfect for burgers.
Hi everyone, I'm Mikaela, a Stuff Homed reporter. A recent episode of Grand Designs UK, about a Paralympian whose marriage broke up during the build of his dream home, got us thinking. What are the best design features/products for a home if you are not fully abled? We'd like to hear from… View moreHi everyone, I'm Mikaela, a Stuff Homed reporter. A recent episode of Grand Designs UK, about a Paralympian whose marriage broke up during the build of his dream home, got us thinking. What are the best design features/products for a home if you are not fully abled? We'd like to hear from people who have adjusted their homes in some way to make life with a disability easier.
If you're happy to share your story and be featured in the article, please email mikaela.wilkes@stuff.co.nz or let us know in the comments below, your message may be used in our story.
The 2020-21 Cawthron Marlborough Environment Awards are now open and looking for entries from community groups and businesses that are doing their bit to look after the environment.
It’s all about sharing experience on taking care of our natural resources. Previous entries include predator … View moreThe 2020-21 Cawthron Marlborough Environment Awards are now open and looking for entries from community groups and businesses that are doing their bit to look after the environment.
It’s all about sharing experience on taking care of our natural resources. Previous entries include predator trapping and planting projects, community sewage schemes, power savings from solar and wind generation, and auditing to conserve water.
Each entrant receives an independent judges’ report that’s like a free assessment, highlighting positives and suggesting improvements. Winners receive prizes of $1000-$3000.
Award categories are:
o Community Innovation
o Wine Industry
o Business Innovation
o Farming
o Forestry
o Marine
o Landscape and Habitat Enhancement
So if you know anyone who’s doing good things for the environment, give them a nudge to enter.
Entries close on September 30, 2020. More info and enter online: www.cmea.org.nz...
Hey neighbours,
Know a local hero in Marlborough?
The countdown is on. You’ve got 12 days to nominate an everyday hero doing extraordinary things in your community! Don’t let their mahi go unnoticed – share them below and nominate now.
nzawards.org.nz...
WIN a gift hamper valued at $250 or join 5 lucky runners-up to take home a prize valued at $100.
Armed with laughter and powered by wisdom, dads are worth celebrating! Show your dad, grandad, or that special person in your life that you love them to the moon and back this Father’s Day.
Best… View moreWIN a gift hamper valued at $250 or join 5 lucky runners-up to take home a prize valued at $100.
Armed with laughter and powered by wisdom, dads are worth celebrating! Show your dad, grandad, or that special person in your life that you love them to the moon and back this Father’s Day.
Best friend, hero, a voice of reason, rib-tickler. Share what you love most about your dad with New Zealand and be in to WIN! Get in quick – entries close on the 30th August. T&C's Apply.
Hey neighbours,
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has delayed the 2020 election by a month, with the new polling day set for October 17.
Ardern has been under increasing pressure to delay the election, previously set for September 19, after Auckland was placed in a two-week lockdown due to an … View moreHey neighbours,
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has delayed the 2020 election by a month, with the new polling day set for October 17.
Ardern has been under increasing pressure to delay the election, previously set for September 19, after Auckland was placed in a two-week lockdown due to an outbreak of Covid-19 in the community, leading to a halt in most political campaigning.
To read more about the new election date, click here.
Where to get tested during Alert Level 3
Testing is free for people with COVID-19 symptoms in the Nelson Marlborough region. If you are unsure of whether you should get a test, call Healthline for advice: 0800 358 5453.
Here are your options for testing:
1. At your regular GP clinic (your … View moreWhere to get tested during Alert Level 3
Testing is free for people with COVID-19 symptoms in the Nelson Marlborough region. If you are unsure of whether you should get a test, call Healthline for advice: 0800 358 5453.
Here are your options for testing:
1. At your regular GP clinic (your family doctor). Appointments are needed, but there is no charge for testing. Phone ahead first if you are planning to visit your doctor and request a test. Golden Bay and Motueka GP clinics have increased their capacity for testing from Thursday 13 August.
2. After-hours clinics: The Medical and Injury Centre in Nelson and the Urgent Care Centre in Blenheim. After-hours centre information for Golden Bay, Motueka and Murchison is available online here
3. During Alert Level 2, testing is available at two community-based assessment centres (CBAC):
In Nelson:
● At the Tahunanui CBAC in the former Suburban Club building on 168 Tahunanui Drive
● Operating hours: 8am to 5pm
In Blenheim:
● At the old netball courts, Horton Park, 29b Redwood St
● Operating hours: 8am to 5pm from Thursday 13 August
4. Testing is available when required for inpatients in hospitals and for people presenting to EDs in emergencies.
5. The public are advised to check the Nelson Marlborough Health website, or Facebook page, for the most up to date information about testing - visit our site.
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