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1620 days ago

Thanks for Supporting Local New Zealand!

Support Local from Neighbourly Nz

Over 450 New Zealand businesses have now downloaded Support Local Shop Local posters, stickers and signs! Have you spotted one in your neighbourhood yet?

If you're a small business owner, make sure you help tell your local story by checking out the brilliant toolkits at support-local.nzView more
Over 450 New Zealand businesses have now downloaded Support Local Shop Local posters, stickers and signs! Have you spotted one in your neighbourhood yet?

If you're a small business owner, make sure you help tell your local story by checking out the brilliant toolkits at support-local.nz created by our mates at Stanley Street (they're local too!)
Find out more

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1622 days ago

How to create a happy and healthy home for less

The Warehouse

Did you know a government and industry study found the condition of as many as one in two New Zealand homes assessed wasn’t as healthy as it should be?

That has a big impact on our health, but despite the obstacles we face, there are lots of simple ways to make your place warmer and drier, … View more
Did you know a government and industry study found the condition of as many as one in two New Zealand homes assessed wasn’t as healthy as it should be?

That has a big impact on our health, but despite the obstacles we face, there are lots of simple ways to make your place warmer and drier, more comfortable and easier to heat.
Find out more

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1622 days ago

Next issue of Get Growing ezine - coming soon!

Reporter NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hi everyone, the next issue of Get Growing will be released early next week, so keep your eyes peeled! In the meantime you can read all previous editions here, so dig in and enjoy!

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1622 days ago

Creative ideas for using wallpaper

The Team from Resene ColorShop Blenheim

Use colourful wallpaper to update a tired old piece of furniture easily!

Make the most of this weekend with this easy project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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1623 days ago

RNZAF team gives back (Throwback Thursday)

Hannah Cunningham from Volunteer Marlborough

#ThrowbackThursday: Back in late 2018, a group of generous folks from RNZAF Base Woodbourne spent a day volunteering at Alzheimer's Marlborough. They trimmed the hedges, washed the vans, and did a whole bunch of weeding around the centre's beautiful gardens!

If you and your coworkers, … View more
#ThrowbackThursday: Back in late 2018, a group of generous folks from RNZAF Base Woodbourne spent a day volunteering at Alzheimer's Marlborough. They trimmed the hedges, washed the vans, and did a whole bunch of weeding around the centre's beautiful gardens!

If you and your coworkers, sports team, study group, or a group of friends and whanau would like to volunteer as a group, email vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz or call/text 021478330. We can help you find a suitable volunteering opportunity for your group and help organise the logistics.

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1624 days ago

Poll: Will you back your backyard with a domestic holiday?

Alice Angeloni Reporter from Marlborough Express

While Level 1 means life is returning to normal in many respects, international travel is still off the cards for now. Have you got plans to travel domestically in the meantime? If so, where?

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Will you back your backyard with a domestic holiday?
  • 77.4% Yes
    77.4% Complete
  • 22.6% No
    22.6% Complete
31 votes
1636 days ago

Show neighbours your photography snaps of Marlborough!

Neighbourly.co.nz

Kia ora Marlborough, it's time to dust off that old camera, get out and about and show the rest of your neighbours your favourite, treasured spots in your region. It could be an awesome view, the shy wildlife or even the old buildings that are wanting their stories to be told.

Go ahead, get… View more
Kia ora Marlborough, it's time to dust off that old camera, get out and about and show the rest of your neighbours your favourite, treasured spots in your region. It could be an awesome view, the shy wildlife or even the old buildings that are wanting their stories to be told.

Go ahead, get snapping and illustrate what's beyond your backyard.

Post your photographs in the comments below ⬇

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1626 days ago

Poll: NZ Covid Tracer

Sophie Trigger Reporter from Marlborough Express

The government launched the NZ Covid Tracer App last month to help prevent the spread of coronavirus. The App acts as a "digital diary", keeping track of where people have been when they scan the QR code at a venue.

Have you downloaded NZ COVID Tracer?

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NZ Covid Tracer
  • 38.9% Yes - I want to do my bit to prevent Covid-19.
    38.9% Complete
  • 11.1% No - I have privacy concerns.
    11.1% Complete
  • 31.5% No - I don't have a smartphone/couldn't download it.
    31.5% Complete
  • 1.9% No - I didn't know about it.
    1.9% Complete
  • 13% No - I don't think it's necessary.
    13% Complete
  • 3.7% Other - let us know in the comments!
    3.7% Complete
54 votes
1624 days ago

What can you learn?

Hannah Cunningham from Volunteer Marlborough

Volunteering isn't just about serving others; there are also plenty of benefits to the volunteer. One of those benefits is getting to learn new skills (or having the opportunity to practice skills you already have). Here are just a few examples of skills you can learn through volunteering in … View moreVolunteering isn't just about serving others; there are also plenty of benefits to the volunteer. One of those benefits is getting to learn new skills (or having the opportunity to practice skills you already have). Here are just a few examples of skills you can learn through volunteering in Marlborough: pest control, admin skills, money handling, time management, event management, and first aid.
You can also gain knowledge through volunteering; for example, local history or conservation.

You can get full info on all available roles (and apply online) by clicking the 'read more' button below

Alternatively, send us a message, call/txt 021478330, or email vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz

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1625 days ago

Resilience and understanding key to peace of mind

Ernest Rutherford Retirement Village

Read about Mari's lockdown experience at Ernest Rutherford Retirement Village

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1626 days ago

Feedback wanted on Waikawa Bay Foreshore Plan

The Team from Marlborough District Council

Now’s the chance for you to give feedback and suggestions on the development of the first ever management plan for the Waikawa Bay Foreshore Reserve.

The reserve is a popular place for picnicking, swimming and boat launching, and is of great significance to Te Ātiawa Ki Te Tau Ihu. … View more
Now’s the chance for you to give feedback and suggestions on the development of the first ever management plan for the Waikawa Bay Foreshore Reserve.

The reserve is a popular place for picnicking, swimming and boat launching, and is of great significance to Te Ātiawa Ki Te Tau Ihu. We’re keen to hear from locals and those who use the reserve on a regular basis.

Share your views with us by completing an online survey or writing to us before 5.00 pm this Friday 12 June.
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1626 days ago

Needing a Smoko Room upgrade?

CrafteD Joinery & Laminates

Now that we're a covid free nation no doubt even more people will be heading back to their workplaces. Maybe the coffee break area in your building needs an upgrade - We can help you with this. Attached is some pictures for ideas.
Call in to our showroom for even more inspiration.
Contact … View more
Now that we're a covid free nation no doubt even more people will be heading back to their workplaces. Maybe the coffee break area in your building needs an upgrade - We can help you with this. Attached is some pictures for ideas.
Call in to our showroom for even more inspiration.
Contact Cedric on 021573610 to discuss your requirements

1626 days ago

Seeking compassionate people

Hannah Cunningham from Volunteer Marlborough

As a volunteer support worker, you can provide support, information and practical assistance to people affected by crime and other trauma.
If you've got a big heart and you'd like to share some love and kindness, Victim Support are currently recruiting volunteer support workers.

You can … View more
As a volunteer support worker, you can provide support, information and practical assistance to people affected by crime and other trauma.
If you've got a big heart and you'd like to share some love and kindness, Victim Support are currently recruiting volunteer support workers.

You can get full info on this and all available roles (and apply online) by clicking the 'read more' button below

Alternatively, send us a message, call/txt 021478330, or email vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz

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1627 days ago

Paint it Green with Resene this June!

Resene

Simply visit your local Resene owned ColorShop, choose your favourite green testpots and for each one you buy Resene will donate $1 to the New Zealand Trees That Count programme.

Offer applies to all Resene green 60ml testpots (excludes metallic and wood stains) purchased by retail customers … View more
Simply visit your local Resene owned ColorShop, choose your favourite green testpots and for each one you buy Resene will donate $1 to the New Zealand Trees That Count programme.

Offer applies to all Resene green 60ml testpots (excludes metallic and wood stains) purchased by retail customers between 1-30 June 2020 at Resene owned ColorShops.

Trees That Count are an environmental charity on a mission to plant millions more native trees throughout New Zealand. Trees That Count runs the country’s only marketplace which provides a place for anyone to fund or gift native trees. This support is matched with planters throughout the country who are restoring, and growing, precious wildlife corridors or pockets of native forest, turning small projects into mighty ones.
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1627 days ago

Wanted to buy

Frank from Blenheim

Old red bricks for path around villa.
Good condition please.

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