Wellbeing and volunteering
Did you know that volunteering can be good for your mental health and, by extension, your general wellbeing?
Here's five ways that volunteering is good for you:
1. It gives you a chance to meet new people, make connections with your community, and maybe even make a new friend!
2. Research shows that helping others or doing something for the community reduces stress because it turns your focus outwards.
3. If you volunteer outdoors, you will become more connected with nature/Papatūānuku.
4. Helping others gives you those warm and fuzzy feelings and will leave you feeling fulfilled.
5. Volunteering can give you a great sense of purpose and remind you that you are an important part of the community.
Browse available roles and apply online by clicking the read more button below.
Alternatively, you can send us a message, call 03 577 9388, email vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz, or book an appointment online via our main Facebook page.
Poll: When should the tree go up? 🎄
From what we've heard, some Christmas trees are already being assembled and decorated.
What are your thoughts on the best time to get your Christmas tree up?
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5.1% Second half of November
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44.3% 1st December
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16.8% A week before Christmas
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32.5% Whenever you wish
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1.3% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite tomato recipe?
Kia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our February 2025 issue.
Unlock Your Inner Detective: Today’s Riddle Awaits!
What gets wet while drying?
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