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1863 days ago

Come to Pirate School on the Edwin Fox Ship!

The Team from Marlborough Museum

November 2nd and 3rd Saturday and Sunday, 9a.m. – 5p.m.
Ahoy me hearties! Shiver me timbers, it's time to come to Pirate School. Climb aboard the Edwin Fox ship and be a pirate. BYO parrots not necessary.
No booking required. FREE ENTRY
Edwin Fox Ship and Visitor Centre, 1 Auckland Street, … View more
November 2nd and 3rd Saturday and Sunday, 9a.m. – 5p.m.
Ahoy me hearties! Shiver me timbers, it's time to come to Pirate School. Climb aboard the Edwin Fox ship and be a pirate. BYO parrots not necessary.
No booking required. FREE ENTRY
Edwin Fox Ship and Visitor Centre, 1 Auckland Street, Picton

This event is part of Summit Marlborough Heritage Festival

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1863 days ago

Trick or treating: Love it or hate it

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours,
Halloween is fast approaching. Some Kiwis think it's great fun and go all out with decorations and lollies. Others just want to shut their doors and be left alone, leave it to the Americans.

Do you celebrate Halloween at your house? Why or why not?
And If you don't like… View more
Hey neighbours,
Halloween is fast approaching. Some Kiwis think it's great fun and go all out with decorations and lollies. Others just want to shut their doors and be left alone, leave it to the Americans.

Do you celebrate Halloween at your house? Why or why not?
And If you don't like trick or treating, how do you make it clear your house is a no-go zone?

We're keen to talk to some people who feel strongly about Halloween one way or the other. If you have thoughts to share, please email homed@stuff.co.nz and we'll be in touch.

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1863 days ago

What are your long weekend plans?

Reporter Marlborough Express

Happy Friday, everyone! What are your plans for the long weekend?

The sun will be shining, so perfect for getting out and about to enjoy these awesome daylight saving hours!

Why not start your weekend off with the Te Pātaka o Wairau Māori Night Market tonight? - lots of entertainment, … View more
Happy Friday, everyone! What are your plans for the long weekend?

The sun will be shining, so perfect for getting out and about to enjoy these awesome daylight saving hours!

Why not start your weekend off with the Te Pātaka o Wairau Māori Night Market tonight? - lots of entertainment, stunning crafts and yummy kai!

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1863 days ago

Warmer weather means you'll be seeing more of us out and about in the community. 😎👋

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Great to see Neighbourhood Support members in Hamilton, Ashburton and Rodney this month helping neighbours get better connected, supported and prepared.

From our whare to yours, wishing everyone a safe and fun Labour Day weekend ahead!

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1863 days ago

RAY McCORMICK

Sue from Blenheim

RAY McCORMICK -i am trying to contact this man-he had the jewellery shop in market street-he is now retired. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

1863 days ago

Made a gain on a property you've sold recently?

The team Reporter from Sunday Star Times

Hi Neighbourly - we're looking for someone who's made a capital gain on a property they've sold recently and is willing to chat about that in a news story. Can you help? Email susan.edmunds@stuff.co.nz

1863 days ago

Special prices for our special editions!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

You'll see this promotion in our upcoming November issue, but it's so exciting we can't wait to show you! Our annual Garden Diary for 2020 PLUS a special edition to commemorate our 75th anniversary this year, How To Grow Veges 1944-2019. You can order them now for the early bird … View moreYou'll see this promotion in our upcoming November issue, but it's so exciting we can't wait to show you! Our annual Garden Diary for 2020 PLUS a special edition to commemorate our 75th anniversary this year, How To Grow Veges 1944-2019. You can order them now for the early bird price of $11.90 each - that's a 25% savings off the retail price of $15.90 (offer will end when they hit the newsstands next month). Order online or phone 0800 624 744.

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1863 days ago

Find instant savings with SuperGold

SuperGold

SuperGold helps 750,000 older New Zealanders stretch their money further.

There’s more than 10,000 places across the country giving SuperGold discounts and special offers on everyday essentials like fuel, food, travel and healthcare.

But how do you find them? SuperGold has that sorted with… View more
SuperGold helps 750,000 older New Zealanders stretch their money further.

There’s more than 10,000 places across the country giving SuperGold discounts and special offers on everyday essentials like fuel, food, travel and healthcare.

But how do you find them? SuperGold has that sorted with a brand new website and app - great for the many tech-savvy over 65s.

The app is the fastest and easiest way to find discounts and offers when you’re out and about. So why not take advantage?

Visit www.supergold.govt.nz to find out more, or download the free SuperGoldNZ app for your smartphone or tablet, from the App Store or Google Play.
Find out more

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1863 days ago

How will you be watching the game this weekend?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Why not challenge yourself to watch the game with your neighbours? It could be as simple as inviting the guy next door along to the pub or organising a BBQ. Let us know your plans and win prizes! Final draw takes place on Monday. Find out more here #neighbourlysupporters

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1866 days ago

Library and art gallery land purchased

The Team from Marlborough District Council

Council has purchased the old Liquorland building site at 1 High Street, Blenheim for the planned new Marlborough District Library and Art Gallery.

The purchase comes after preparatory work by Council and art gallery representatives to enable the project to proceed to finalising its concept … View more
Council has purchased the old Liquorland building site at 1 High Street, Blenheim for the planned new Marlborough District Library and Art Gallery.

The purchase comes after preparatory work by Council and art gallery representatives to enable the project to proceed to finalising its concept designs.

The development has a design timeframe of nine months and a tender and construction period of approximately two years.
Find out more

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1864 days ago

Safety warning for trampers

Neighbourly.co.nz

Police are reminding people to be prepared and notify others of their plans ahead of Labour Weekend.

If you are planning to take to mountain and bush tracks, ensure you have suitable equipment and enough supplies; maps, a compass, personal locator beacon and a cellphone; and always leave … View more
Police are reminding people to be prepared and notify others of their plans ahead of Labour Weekend.

If you are planning to take to mountain and bush tracks, ensure you have suitable equipment and enough supplies; maps, a compass, personal locator beacon and a cellphone; and always leave detailed trip intentions with a contact person.

See sample Outdoor Intentions Form here.

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1865 days ago

Is life insurance for me?

Cigna NZ

We know life insurance is important, but we often put it off thinking we’ll get to it later.

Everyone’s circumstances are different. However, there are important life stages where you may want to consider life insurance:
● wedding planning
● having a child
● buying a house
● … View more
We know life insurance is important, but we often put it off thinking we’ll get to it later.

Everyone’s circumstances are different. However, there are important life stages where you may want to consider life insurance:
● wedding planning
● having a child
● buying a house
● writing a will

Until 31 November 2019, if you take out a Cigna LifeOne policy and you’ll receive $150 credit towards your premium payments.
Schedule a call with Cigna for a personalised quote and to talk through your options.

SCHEDULE A CALL

$150.00 policy credit applied after three months of premium payments. Terms and conditions apply. See www.cigna.co.nz/stuff for more information.
Schedule a Call

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1866 days ago

Strong wind watch

Neighbourly.co.nz

MetService has issued a strong wind watch for Marlborough.

Valid: 7 hours from 3:00am to 10:00am Wednesday.
Forecast: Southerly winds may approach severe gale in exposed places during this time.

An update for severe weather will be issued by 9:00pm Tuesday 22 Oct 2019.

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1866 days ago

KEA Kids News: Young Kiwi dog trainer heading to the greatest dog show on earth

Reporter Stuff

In todays news, Māreikura Nepia, 10, checks out who's best in show at the Black Hawk National Dog Show, the biggest in New Zealand.

KEA Kids News is current affairs for kids by kids. Our young reporters find stories that connect with 7 to 11-year-olds to help tackle tough issues in ways … View more
In todays news, Māreikura Nepia, 10, checks out who's best in show at the Black Hawk National Dog Show, the biggest in New Zealand.

KEA Kids News is current affairs for kids by kids. Our young reporters find stories that connect with 7 to 11-year-olds to help tackle tough issues in ways you can share with your whole family. Find out more here.

1868 days ago

Carseat

Tina from Blenheim

USED near new condition smokefree home no longer needed as daughter in booster now.
Brought from warehouse exactly like one in pics.
$60

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