Picton - Waikawa, Picton

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1905 days ago

Housing Market August Statistics

Diane from North Blenheim

Take a look at what the housing market was doing around New Zealand for August 2019. 🏠

1905 days ago

The Plan: Delay teen drinking

Stephanie Gray from Nelson Marlborough Health

The risks associated with drinking alcohol are highest for teens under 18. There's some helpful tools and ideas to help parents delay their teens drinking. Make sure have a plan.

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1905 days ago

St Andrew's Church Garden Tour

Jane from Blenheim

Come one come all.

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1905 days ago

Are Marlborough sports grounds up to scratch?

Reporter Marlborough Express

The Marlborough District Council has plans to review its Outdoors Sports Facilities Plan in 2020.

Are Marlborough sports grounds up to scratch? Is there any improvements that could be made to outdoor sports facilities?

Email maia.hart@stuff.co.nz or leave a comment below.

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1905 days ago

Wii Games

Erin from Blenheim

Hi neighbours
I work for Oscar out of school care and recreation. We were donated a Wii some time back but most of the games that came with it are R7 and up which we can't use as we have 5 year olds at our program. The only game we can play, which thankfully the children enjoy is Wii sport.… View more
Hi neighbours
I work for Oscar out of school care and recreation. We were donated a Wii some time back but most of the games that came with it are R7 and up which we can't use as we have 5 year olds at our program. The only game we can play, which thankfully the children enjoy is Wii sport. However it would be great to get a copy of Mario Cart as the disk we have doesn't work but we do have the steering wheels. Any 'G' rated games anyone has but doesn't want would be greatly appreciated to add variety to the days when Wii is on the agenda.
Cheers
Erin - 0274601488

1905 days ago

Mentor youth to change the future!

Hannah Cunningham from Volunteer Marlborough

Mentoring can have a powerful and positive influence on the lives of young people as they grow and transition into adulthood. Family Works runs a youth mentoring program and we are looking for a few more kind and enthusiastic people to join the next training session on Wednesday 18th September.
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Mentoring can have a powerful and positive influence on the lives of young people as they grow and transition into adulthood. Family Works runs a youth mentoring program and we are looking for a few more kind and enthusiastic people to join the next training session on Wednesday 18th September.
All it takes is an hour per week to change their lives forever.
Interested? Call 03-577-9388, or email vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz or apply online at marl.volunteermatch.org.nz/ (filter by category:youth)

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1905 days ago

Were you there to grill the council candidates?

Reporter Marlborough Express

Hi neighbours - around 150 members of the public grilled Marlborough's mayoral and Marlborough Sounds ward candidates at a pre-election debate on Wednesday night.

Candidates were asked about addressing issues like cruise ship growth, the environment, and Māori representation.

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Hi neighbours - around 150 members of the public grilled Marlborough's mayoral and Marlborough Sounds ward candidates at a pre-election debate on Wednesday night.

Candidates were asked about addressing issues like cruise ship growth, the environment, and Māori representation.

Were you there to grill the council candidates? What do you want future councilors to focus on?

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1906 days ago

Let’s Walk for Dementia Marlborough!

Alzheimers NZ

Dementia affects us in more ways than one, and more of us than we realise.

That’s why this September, thousands of Kiwis will joining Memory Walks to show their support for all those living with dementia.

Will you join us this World Alzheimers Month?

Where: Munro St carpark in Blenheim
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Dementia affects us in more ways than one, and more of us than we realise.

That’s why this September, thousands of Kiwis will joining Memory Walks to show their support for all those living with dementia.

Will you join us this World Alzheimers Month?

Where: Munro St carpark in Blenheim
When: 10am Saturday 21st September

Register today at alzheimers.org.nz
Let’s make dementia top of mind.
Register now

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1906 days ago

Heavy rain and strong wind watch

Neighbourly.co.nz

MetService has issued the following for Marlborough:

Heavy rain watch - valid: 12 hours from 8:00pm Friday to 8:00am Saturday.
Forecast: A period of heavy rain. Rainfall accumulations may approach warning criteria.

Strong wind watch - valid: 15 hours from 3:00am to 6:00pm Friday.
Forecast:… View more
MetService has issued the following for Marlborough:

Heavy rain watch - valid: 12 hours from 8:00pm Friday to 8:00am Saturday.
Forecast: A period of heavy rain. Rainfall accumulations may approach warning criteria.

Strong wind watch - valid: 15 hours from 3:00am to 6:00pm Friday.
Forecast: Northwesterly winds may approach severe gale in exposed places.

An update for severe weather will be issued by 9:00pm Thursday 12 Sep 2019.

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1906 days ago

The Voting Climate: A Stuff survey of every council candidate

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi Neighbours,

As part of Stuff's Quick! Save the Planet project, we are contacting every candidate in every council race to ask a series of questions about climate change. We're also asking them all for a short position statement on climate change issues.

We'll publish the … View more
Hi Neighbours,

As part of Stuff's Quick! Save the Planet project, we are contacting every candidate in every council race to ask a series of questions about climate change. We're also asking them all for a short position statement on climate change issues.

We'll publish the results of our survey on a special section, in time for when ballot papers start arriving in mailboxes at the end of next week.

If you're standing as a council candidate, please answer Stuff's climate change survey.

To find out more, click here

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1907 days ago

Uplift Marlborough – A charity event for Life Flight

First National Marlborough Limited

Join us in raising vital funds for Life Flight who provide emergency air services to people who urgently need their help. Uplift Marlborough is brought to you by Mitre 10 MEGA Marlborough.

Master of ceremonies Mark Sainsbury will ensure you have a fantastic evening whilst enjoying canapés … View more
Join us in raising vital funds for Life Flight who provide emergency air services to people who urgently need their help. Uplift Marlborough is brought to you by Mitre 10 MEGA Marlborough.

Master of ceremonies Mark Sainsbury will ensure you have a fantastic evening whilst enjoying canapés created by celebrity chef Heston Blumenthal, prepared by Heston-approved professional chefs.

There will be lots of entertainment, a charity auction by Michael Rea from First National Marlborough, balloon pop prizes and more... all proceeds go to Life Flight and the life-saving services that they provide.

6pm Friday, 20th September - Marlborough Vintners Hotel
Tickets available over the counter at Mitre 10 MEGA Marlborough or click here for online tickets

Complimentary bus pick up Seymour Square 5.40pm, returning after 10.00pm.

Advertising proudly sponsored by First National Marlborough Ltd - Licensed Agent REAA 2008
Learn More

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1907 days ago

Subsidised workshop

Hannah Cunningham from Volunteer Marlborough

Get in quick to grab a spot in this invaluable workshop! Significantly subsidized down to Only $30!⁠

Discover how to grab people's attention, let people know your organisation exists, share your mission, and maximize your newsletter, website and Facebook page.⁠

Interested? Email Meg: … View more
Get in quick to grab a spot in this invaluable workshop! Significantly subsidized down to Only $30!⁠

Discover how to grab people's attention, let people know your organisation exists, share your mission, and maximize your newsletter, website and Facebook page.⁠

Interested? Email Meg: mgr@volunteermarlborough.org.nz or call 03-577-9388⁠

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1907 days ago

Should the speed limit be reduced for trucks coming into Picton?

Reporter Marlborough Express

Hi neighbours - residents on a hillside highway near Picton fear trucks "barrelling" into town at high speeds will cause an accident, and have noticed an increase in engine brake noise.

Picton man Neil Henderson says he'd support a permanent speed camera or police officer sitting … View more
Hi neighbours - residents on a hillside highway near Picton fear trucks "barrelling" into town at high speeds will cause an accident, and have noticed an increase in engine brake noise.

Picton man Neil Henderson says he'd support a permanent speed camera or police officer sitting in an unmarked car at the entrance to Picton. He wants the speed limit reduced to 70kmh from 100kmh.

Have you noticed issues with these trucks? Do you think the speed limit should be reduced?

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1907 days ago

Kia ora lovely people of Aotearoa!

Women's Refuge New Zealand

We are seeking to understand what people’s experiences have been of trying to find support for family violence in New Zealand.

If you've been impacted by family violence – including being harmed, causing harm, thinking about causing harm, or supporting others in these situations, … View more
We are seeking to understand what people’s experiences have been of trying to find support for family violence in New Zealand.

If you've been impacted by family violence – including being harmed, causing harm, thinking about causing harm, or supporting others in these situations, we'd love you to complete our anonymous survey and go into the draw to win one of three $50 Prezzy cards.

Your experiences will help us to assist others who are seeking support in the future, therefore we will be very grateful for your thoughts.

Ngā mihi nui.

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1908 days ago

Will you paint it blue?

Resene

Over 3000 New Zealand men are diagnosed with Prostate Cancer each year. Paint it blue for our boys by buying a *blue* Resene testpot. We'll donate $1 to The Prostate Cancer Foundation of New Zealand with every blue 60ml testpot sold between 10-25 September 2019. It's that simple! Find out more

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