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1889 days ago

Hi Neighbours

Jim Luff from Marlborough Dragon Boat Club

Marlborough Dragon Boat Club has joined Neighbourly.
Are you keen to learn more about the amazing sport of Dragon Boating. We are having an Open Day on the 13th of October, advertised on here, or just get in touch and come have a go anytime.

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1890 days ago

Elizabeth Lissaman Celebration Birthday Lecture with Cake and Drinks

The Team from Marlborough Museum

October 11th Friday, 5pm
Lecture by Jane Vial – Stylish: Elizabeth Lissaman and New Zealand Art Deco.
Marlborough-born, Lissaman potted continuously for almost 70 years until 1990, spanning much of New Zealand's twentieth-century studio pottery movement.
$12 – tickets available from … View more
October 11th Friday, 5pm
Lecture by Jane Vial – Stylish: Elizabeth Lissaman and New Zealand Art Deco.
Marlborough-born, Lissaman potted continuously for almost 70 years until 1990, spanning much of New Zealand's twentieth-century studio pottery movement.
$12 – tickets available from Marlborough Museum
RSVP by Monday 7 October - info@marlboroughmuseum.org.nz
Marlborough Museum, Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place
This event is part of the Summit Marlborough Heritage Festival

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1890 days ago

Hugo del Mar sings Gershwin with Friends

The Team from Marlborough Museum

International sensation Hugo del Mar with Barry Holdaway and friends present a fabulous night of much-loved favourites by George Gershwin in the Old Tua Marina Church with its incredible acoustics.
Friday 4th October, 6pm. Tickets are $10 available from the Marlborough Museum, … View more
International sensation Hugo del Mar with Barry Holdaway and friends present a fabulous night of much-loved favourites by George Gershwin in the Old Tua Marina Church with its incredible acoustics.
Friday 4th October, 6pm. Tickets are $10 available from the Marlborough Museum, info@marlboroughmuseum.org.nz. Ph 578-1712.

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1891 days ago

Daylight saving starts this Sunday! ⏰

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Now is a great time to check fire alarm batteries and make sure emergency supplies are well stocked and up to date.

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1891 days ago

Ready the spring forward this weekend!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's that time again! Daylight saving is this weekend. So don't forget - clocks spring forward one hour this Sunday morning. #theregoesthesleepin

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1892 days ago

Cushions

Lorna from Blenheim

5 designer professionally made cushions. Reversible plain background with a contrasting pattern. .All 5 for $50.
Listed elsewhere

Price: $50

1893 days ago

Recycle your unwanted mobile phones

NZ Telecommunications Forum

Spring is here so it’s time for your annual spring clean. If you’re anything like 69 percent of New Zealand households, you’ll have at least one unconnected mobile phone gathering dust in a drawer or cupboard.

Recycle these unwanted phones with RE:MOBILE.

RE:MOBILE is a not-for-profit … View more
Spring is here so it’s time for your annual spring clean. If you’re anything like 69 percent of New Zealand households, you’ll have at least one unconnected mobile phone gathering dust in a drawer or cupboard.

Recycle these unwanted phones with RE:MOBILE.

RE:MOBILE is a not-for-profit mobile phone recycling scheme which raises money for Sustainable Coastlines.

Recycling your mobile phone is free, easy and good for the environment. Not only does it keep harmful items out of landfill, it also stops the precious materials in your phone from going to waste.

Visit RE:MOBILE to find out how to recycle your mobile phone.
Learn more

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1893 days ago

House Tours are back for 2020!

NZ House & Garden Tours

NZ House & Garden House Tours are coming to Blenheim!

Step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. For the last eleven years, the magazine has … View more
NZ House & Garden House Tours are coming to Blenheim!

Step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. For the last eleven years, the magazine has handpicked five fabulous locations around the country and this time we are delighted to be heading to Blenheim as one of our 5 locations.

Book Friday 13 March 2020 into your calendar and secure your tickets now for an inspiring day out exploring your backyard. Head to our website for more information.
Book now

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1894 days ago

Do you trust your councillors to deliver?

Reporter Marlborough Express

According to the recent Stuff 'Your Place' survey, around 84 per cent of Marlburians don't trust councillors to act on the issues that matter most to them.

Woodbourne resident Geoff Hines says he didn't trust councillors to look after small towns as well as they did Blenheim.… View more
According to the recent Stuff 'Your Place' survey, around 84 per cent of Marlburians don't trust councillors to act on the issues that matter most to them.

Woodbourne resident Geoff Hines says he didn't trust councillors to look after small towns as well as they did Blenheim.

Are you part of this doubtful 84 per cent? If so, why don't you trust councillors to deliver?

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1893 days ago

Keep Marlborough measles-free!

Sophie Trigger Reporter from Marlborough Express

Nelson Marlborough is still one of four regions to be free of measles, but there have been 14 suspected cases this month alone.

If you are concerned about your symptoms, make sure to call ahead to let your GP know. Advice can be given over the phone.
Help us stay measles-free!

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1893 days ago

New model of primary health care

Reporter Marlborough Express

A new model of health care that puts wellbeing at its centre and enhances primary mental health services, could soon come to Marlborough.

Read more here and let us know your thoughts.

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1893 days ago

See you at the ASB theatre on Thursday

Social Media Manager from Tuia 250 ki Tōtaranui

Tūranga Wairau - a very special production by the terrific children at St Mary's School, Blenheim

They've been working very hard on the production which traces the early history of New Zealand from the arrival of Māori to the voyage of Captain Cook and to the country we have become … View more
Tūranga Wairau - a very special production by the terrific children at St Mary's School, Blenheim

They've been working very hard on the production which traces the early history of New Zealand from the arrival of Māori to the voyage of Captain Cook and to the country we have become today.

Don't miss this special performance at the ASB Theatre Marlborough on Thursday night from 7pm -8.30pm.

Written and directed by teacher Katie King.

See you there!

For more information contact the school on 578 9494.

1894 days ago

Active Inflammation Management

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1894 days ago

Have you spotted these creepy-crawlies?

Reporter Marlborough Express

Marlborough farmer Rob Peter is stoked to see the return of
New Zealand's most venomous spider after concerns for the declining population.

He said in the 70s and 80s, the katipō spider was "plentiful" along Marlborough's east coast, and they were easily able to find them… View more
Marlborough farmer Rob Peter is stoked to see the return of
New Zealand's most venomous spider after concerns for the declining population.

He said in the 70s and 80s, the katipō spider was "plentiful" along Marlborough's east coast, and they were easily able to find them under logs.

Did you go spider-hunting as a kid? Or have you seen any of this kind recently?

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1894 days ago

New highwayside sculpture for Blenheim - What are your thoughts?

Reporter Marlborough Express

A new steel and bronze sculpture, designed by master carver Heemi Te Peeti, will soon greet people arriving in Blenheim on the town's main highway.

The sculpture is named 'Te Tauihu o te Waka-a-Māui', which means the prow of the waka (canoe) of Māui, and marks Māori history in … View more
A new steel and bronze sculpture, designed by master carver Heemi Te Peeti, will soon greet people arriving in Blenheim on the town's main highway.

The sculpture is named 'Te Tauihu o te Waka-a-Māui', which means the prow of the waka (canoe) of Māui, and marks Māori history in the Wairau area.

What are your thoughts on the sculpture?

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