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1894 days ago

'Polished pea' sculpture plans put on hold - What are your thoughts?

Chloe Ranford Reporter from Marlborough Express

Backlash has prompted the Blenheim Business Association to put plans of a $400,000 make-over of Liz Davidson Place on hold.

It had planned to light up the site with sunshine poles, pavement lights and a 'polished pea' sphere sculpture to showcase the district's reputation for … View more
Backlash has prompted the Blenheim Business Association to put plans of a $400,000 make-over of Liz Davidson Place on hold.

It had planned to light up the site with sunshine poles, pavement lights and a 'polished pea' sphere sculpture to showcase the district's reputation for being New Zealand's sunshine capital.

What do you think of their decision? What should they do next?

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1894 days ago

Do you know a Kind Neighbour?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We're looking for all the kindness heroes in your neighbourhood and we want to hear all about them. Nominate someone today, to be our weekly AMI Kind Neighbour and your special neighbour could feature in the community newspapers around New Zealand as an inspiration to us all. Plus, if your … View moreWe're looking for all the kindness heroes in your neighbourhood and we want to hear all about them. Nominate someone today, to be our weekly AMI Kind Neighbour and your special neighbour could feature in the community newspapers around New Zealand as an inspiration to us all. Plus, if your nomination is chosen and features in the community newspapers then you'll both receive a $50 Prezzy® card from us!

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1895 days ago

Applications open for community grants

The Team from Marlborough District Council

Are you part of a not-for-profit organisation that’s in need of some additional funding? If so, you might be interested in applying for a Community Grant.

Council’s currently seeking applications for funding from organisations providing services to the Marlborough community under the … View more
Are you part of a not-for-profit organisation that’s in need of some additional funding? If so, you might be interested in applying for a Community Grant.

Council’s currently seeking applications for funding from organisations providing services to the Marlborough community under the following category headings:

• Arts and Culture
• Community Welfare/Social Services
• Environment
• Heritage
• Sport and Recreation

Applications must be for projects/services that meet the funding criteria, and be of direct benefit to the people of Marlborough.

Applications can be completed online via Council’s website before 5.00 pm on Friday 25 October 2019.
Find out more

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1895 days ago

What did you think of the All Blacks vs. South Africa game?

Reporter Marlborough Express

Hi neighbours - what'd you think of the All Blacks vs. South Africa game on Saturday night?

Some All Blacks supporters have expressed disgust that Springboks fans sang loudly during the All Blacks' first haka at the World Cup, even though this isn't uncommon. What are your thoughts?

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1895 days ago

NZ House & Garden House Tour - Tickets on sale now!

NZ House & Garden Tours

Join us for a day of indulgence by stepping inside the pages of one of New Zealand's favourite magazines.

We've hand picked five fabulous locations to showcase a variety of homes, reflecting local design flare and style. The tours are self-driven, and give attendees the opportunity to … View more
Join us for a day of indulgence by stepping inside the pages of one of New Zealand's favourite magazines.

We've hand picked five fabulous locations to showcase a variety of homes, reflecting local design flare and style. The tours are self-driven, and give attendees the opportunity to take in the best scenery the region has to offer, try some quirky cafes or eateries along the way, and also visit our Hub; a one stop shop for all your house tour information and where they can meet the editorial team behind their much-loved magazine.

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1895 days ago

Mental Health Awareness Week starts today! 💜🌿

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Together let's explore our way to well-being because when it's strong, our whānau, communities and Aotearoa can flourish too.

#NSNZmentalhealth #MHAWNZ

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1895 days ago

Poll: How has your Rugby World Cup streaming experience been?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours, have you been enjoying the Rugby World Cup - or has your Spark Sport stream let you down?

The rest of Rugby World Cup tournament should stream "perfectly", Spark says, after thousands of rugby fans were let down by streaming of the All Blacks' first match.

To … View more
Hi neighbours, have you been enjoying the Rugby World Cup - or has your Spark Sport stream let you down?

The rest of Rugby World Cup tournament should stream "perfectly", Spark says, after thousands of rugby fans were let down by streaming of the All Blacks' first match.

To read more, click here.

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How has your Rugby World Cup streaming experience been?
  • 35.1% Perfect - I had no issues
    35.1% Complete
  • 31% Not the best
    31% Complete
  • 33.9% Absolutely horrible
    33.9% Complete
507 votes
1895 days ago

Poll: Are you supporting the climate change strike this week?

Neighbourly.co.nz

Young people are leading the charge for this Friday's climate strike.

The idea is for as many people as possible to take the day off work to protest for climate action in solidarity with the school strikers. Are you in support of this?

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Are you supporting the climate change strike this week?
  • 27.3% Absolutely
    27.3% Complete
  • 20.4% No - not interested in climate change
    20.4% Complete
  • 23.8% Not sure how the strike will make a difference
    23.8% Complete
  • 28.4% Other - more practical things could be done to raise awareness
    28.4% Complete
907 votes
1895 days ago

A grease-themed wedding with 174 bridesmaids

Reporter Marlborough Express

Doug O'Callahan and Fonda Novis tied the knot in a Grease-themed wedding at Kaikōura Hop over the weekend.

They were joined by a world record-breaking 174 bridesmaids.

Did you have any crazy, quirky things happening at your wedding?

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1901 days ago

Are you bothered by the wattle pollen?

Reporter Marlborough Express

Picton resident Barbara Speedy says wattle pollen is a "big health issue", and asked Marlborough council candidates if they'd eradicate wattle trees.

She says that the wattle population had got worse over the decades, from just a few trees to "hills of yellow".

Are … View more
Picton resident Barbara Speedy says wattle pollen is a "big health issue", and asked Marlborough council candidates if they'd eradicate wattle trees.

She says that the wattle population had got worse over the decades, from just a few trees to "hills of yellow".

Are the wattle trees making your hayfever worse? Do you want the council to do something about them?

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1904 days ago

Should vaping be banned in schools?

Reporter Marlborough Express

Hi neighbours - Principals in schools are backing the government's plan to ban most vape flavours.

They warn that without firm action, New Zealand will have a new generation of people addicted to nicotine. Many students mistakenly believe that vapes contain only water and flavouring.

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Hi neighbours - Principals in schools are backing the government's plan to ban most vape flavours.

They warn that without firm action, New Zealand will have a new generation of people addicted to nicotine. Many students mistakenly believe that vapes contain only water and flavouring.

What are your thoughts? Should vaping be banned in schools?

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1896 days ago

PEA STRAW compressed into a recyclable bag, 10KGS

Anne from Blenheim

Silver Field Pea Straw compressed into a recyclable bag ready to be spread over the garden as a natural form of mulch to protect plant roots from frost damage, add nutrients to the soil, suppress weed growth and increase soil moisture retention.

The convenient sized bags are clean, easy to handle … View more
Silver Field Pea Straw compressed into a recyclable bag ready to be spread over the garden as a natural form of mulch to protect plant roots from frost damage, add nutrients to the soil, suppress weed growth and increase soil moisture retention.

The convenient sized bags are clean, easy to handle and can be transported home in customers cars with no mess.

Easy to store

Pack weight is 10kgs and it will spread to approx 5 square metres on your garden.

can deliver, in town boundry. (blenheim,)

or by arrangement,
hay,
great for pet bedding,
rabbits
ginnie pigs.

Negotiable

1897 days ago

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1898 days ago

Peppertree Luxury Accommodation FOR SALE!

New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty

This boutique hotel offers a new owner the opportunity to combine a healthy and diverse lifestyle with an interesting and profitable business which naturally scales down during winter, allowing for a holiday.

Each of the five beautifully appointed suites has been subtly themed, providing … View more
This boutique hotel offers a new owner the opportunity to combine a healthy and diverse lifestyle with an interesting and profitable business which naturally scales down during winter, allowing for a holiday.

Each of the five beautifully appointed suites has been subtly themed, providing individual charm as well as comfort. In the heart of the lodge is a spacious, recently renovated farmhouse kitchen enjoying garden and orchard views. A large woodburner with wetback heats the water for a series of radiators around the house, ensuring year-round warmth.

Organically managed, the four-hectare property provides the ability to live from the land with honey, fruit trees, berry patches, vegetable gardens, olives and grazing for sheep, cattle and horses. The small Chardonnay vineyard with a careful selection of clones produces a succulent house wine thoroughly enjoyed by guests from all around the world.

A range of useful ancillary sheds and buildings offers space for projects, hobbies, storage and accommodation for staff. Other facilities on the property include a petanque court, croquet lawn and small gymnasium overlooking the swimming pool.

This extraordinarily diverse and unique lifestyle is ideally located on State Highway One, less than a five-minute drive from central Blenheim and 15 minutes from numerous winery cellar doors, restaurants and the airport.

Offers from $2,500,000 plus GST (if any)
Find out more

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1898 days ago

A BBQ and rugby kind of weekend?

Reporter Marlborough Express

If you're hoping to fire up the barbie ahead of the rugby this weekend, you're in for some good weather!

The sun is expected to shine across most of the country on Saturday, with the warmest day being Sunday due to northwesterly winds.

What are your weekend plans? Will you be … View more
If you're hoping to fire up the barbie ahead of the rugby this weekend, you're in for some good weather!

The sun is expected to shine across most of the country on Saturday, with the warmest day being Sunday due to northwesterly winds.

What are your weekend plans? Will you be watching the first NZ game?

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