Picton - Waikawa, Picton

1942 days ago

Jazz concerts jam-packed

Reporter Marlborough Express

How good are these young jazz musicians?
Check out Woodbourne Tavern and Fairweathers tonight or Speights Ale House and the Clubs of Marlborough tomorrow. The Finale Gala Concert is at the ASB Theatre on Saturday night.

1942 days ago

Who we are

Hannah Cunningham from Volunteer Marlborough

Volunteer Marlborough is an independent Volunteer Centre committed to promoting volunteerism and to assisting the residents of Marlborough to find opportunities to become involved as volunteers. We work within the community to strengthen the sector by advocacy, support and training.

Our … View more
Volunteer Marlborough is an independent Volunteer Centre committed to promoting volunteerism and to assisting the residents of Marlborough to find opportunities to become involved as volunteers. We work within the community to strengthen the sector by advocacy, support and training.

Our organisation began as a satellite office of Volunteer Nelson in 2003 and, in 2007, became a registered Charitable Trust with its own Board of Trustees. In 2009 we moved our office to our current location at Marlborough House where we have access to meeting rooms and share resources with 3 other Not for Profit Organisations - Literacy Marlborough, English Language Partners, and the Marlborough Migrant Centre.

We are guided in our activities in the community by our Strategic Plan, which can be found here: www.volunteermarlborough.org.nz...

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1943 days ago

Poll: Life in Blenheim's CBD

Jennifer Eder Reporter from Marlborough Express

Would you live in an apartment in Blenheim's CBD if it meant giving up your vehicle?
Email your thoughts to jennifer.eder@stuff.co.nz

Life in Blenheim's CBD
  • 2.6% Yes, I'd love to get rid of my car
    2.6% Complete
  • 12.8% Yes, if I could walk to work, school, supermarkets
    12.8% Complete
  • 2.6% Yes, if I had a shared garden or park nearby
    2.6% Complete
  • 5.1% I already live centrally without a car
    5.1% Complete
  • 2.6% Maybe as an affordable first home option
    2.6% Complete
  • 10.3% I would rent a CBD apartment but I wouldn't buy one
    10.3% Complete
  • 25.6% Not without my car
    25.6% Complete
  • 25.6% No, I like having a private backyard too much
    25.6% Complete
  • 7.7% No, I work too far away to give up my car
    7.7% Complete
  • 5.1% No, for other reasons
    5.1% Complete
39 votes
1944 days ago

BUYERS TIP!

Diane from

Buyers tip! - Don't miss the moment!

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1944 days ago

SuperSeniors Newsletter August 2019

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

The August edition of the SuperSenior newsletter is out now! It's filled with all the latest news and Super Gold Card offers.

In this issue we find out about the Spark phone scam and how to avoid becoming a victim.

We also find out more about virtual reality technology being … View more
Hi Neighbours!

The August edition of the SuperSenior newsletter is out now! It's filled with all the latest news and Super Gold Card offers.

In this issue we find out about the Spark phone scam and how to avoid becoming a victim.

We also find out more about virtual reality technology being piloted at the Lady Allum rest home in Auckland.

To subscribe, follow this link: bit.ly...

To view the current edition go to bit.ly...

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1949 days ago

Lions Book Fair

Gaynor from Blenheim

The collection bins are ready and waiting for all your good condition books CDs, DVDs, LPs and jigsaws.
You'll find the bins in any supermarket, Mitre 10, Still Books and Redwoodtown Pharmacy.
Have a clear out and then come to our Book Fair ( 15 th-18th Aug.) to fill your shelves again.

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1945 days ago

Poll: Does Beaver Rd need more speed bumps?

Chloe Ranford Reporter from Marlborough Express

Beaver Rd residents are "generally supportive" of stopping speedsters, the council says, prompting an investigation into more traffic measures for the road ... though they haven't decided what these will be.

What do you think? Should more traffic calming measures be installed? What… View more
Beaver Rd residents are "generally supportive" of stopping speedsters, the council says, prompting an investigation into more traffic measures for the road ... though they haven't decided what these will be.

What do you think? Should more traffic calming measures be installed? What kind of do you think should go in?

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Does Beaver Rd need more speed bumps?
  • 18.2% Yes, there are too many speedsters.
    18.2% Complete
  • 13.6% No, but it does need something.
    13.6% Complete
  • 50% No, it's fine as it is.
    50% Complete
  • 18.2% I don't mind.
    18.2% Complete
22 votes
1945 days ago

What does it cost to stay warm at home?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

If this cold snap is getting to you but you're worried about the cost of cranking up your heating, don't despair.

We asked the energy experts to breakdown the running costs of all our favourite winter warmers, so you can work out how to get the best heating bang for your buck.

And … View more
If this cold snap is getting to you but you're worried about the cost of cranking up your heating, don't despair.

We asked the energy experts to breakdown the running costs of all our favourite winter warmers, so you can work out how to get the best heating bang for your buck.

And while it's no shock that firing up a 2Kw electric heater doesn't come cheap, the price of a warm bed for a toasty night's sleep might surprise you. Check out the full rundown, including electric blankets, hot showers, heated towel rails and more, here.

1945 days ago

Save the dates

Social Media Manager from Tuia 250 ki Tōtaranui

Make sure you mark these important dates in your calendar.

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1946 days ago

Construction ramps up on new Ōpaoa Bridge

The Team from Marlborough District Council

Beam placement and deck construction is underway on the new Ōpaoa Bridge project. Up until now, work on the new bridge has had little effect on road users, but this will change as construction ramps up.

Work on retaining walls and pavement from the new bridge to Dodson Street will soon begin, … View more
Beam placement and deck construction is underway on the new Ōpaoa Bridge project. Up until now, work on the new bridge has had little effect on road users, but this will change as construction ramps up.

Work on retaining walls and pavement from the new bridge to Dodson Street will soon begin, along with roading works to tie new pavement to the existing pavement.

Please keep in mind that traffic management and speed restrictions will be in place during this time and although two lanes of traffic will mostly be maintained, some activities will require traffic control.
Find out more

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1947 days ago

Poll: How regularly do you get your eyes tested?

Sophie Trigger Reporter from Marlborough Express

A study conducted by Specsavers showed that 89% of kiwis have experienced a problem with their eyes. 1 in 5 of these people do not seek medical assistance.

Have you ever been surprised by the results of an eye test? Email sophie.trigger@stuff.co.nz

How often do you get your eyes tested?

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How regularly do you get your eyes tested?
  • 10.3% I have never had my eyes tested.
    10.3% Complete
  • 34.5% Only when required to by AA.
    34.5% Complete
  • 44.8% When I notice a problem.
    44.8% Complete
  • 10.3% Multiple times a year.
    10.3% Complete
29 votes
1946 days ago
1947 days ago

Am I eligible for publicly funded health services?

Stephanie Gray from Nelson Marlborough Health

To find out if you are eligible for publicly funded health and disability services visit the Ministry of Health website at www.health.govt.nz...

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1947 days ago

Take a closer look

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Come in and talk to the team for a FREE, no-obligation consultation on how the … View more
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