Fairhall - Renwick - Woodbourne, Renwick

1964 days ago

Poll: Do you consider yourself to be happy?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

New Zealand is one of the happiest countries in the world, but how do you even define happiness?

There's a growing body of research on happiness showing the things that make us happier, and things that detract from our happiness. Read more from our "Good Life Guide" here.

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Do you consider yourself to be happy?
  • 75.5% Yes, I am happy
    75.5% Complete
  • 24.5% No, I am not happy
    24.5% Complete
1316 votes
1965 days ago

Poll: Do you miss the chiming of Blenheim's "Big Ben"?

Chloe Ranford Reporter from Marlborough Express

After decades of toiling and tolling, the 91-year-old war memorial clock in Blenheim's Seymour Square has had a couple days off.

Do you miss the chiming of our "Big Ben"?

Read more: bit.ly...

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Do you miss the chiming of Blenheim's "Big Ben"?
  • 75.8% Yes, I miss the chiming!
    75.8% Complete
  • 3% No, I love the sound of silence.
    3% Complete
  • 21.2% I don't mind.
    21.2% Complete
33 votes
1965 days ago

Bakers wanted for community organisations

Hannah Cunningham from Volunteer Marlborough

There are several community organisations who would like help in the form of baking. If you enjoy whipping up a batch of brownies, cupcakes or something else delicious, we would love to hear from you!
It doesn't matter if this is something you can only do once or whether you would like to … View more
There are several community organisations who would like help in the form of baking. If you enjoy whipping up a batch of brownies, cupcakes or something else delicious, we would love to hear from you!
It doesn't matter if this is something you can only do once or whether you would like to contribute regularly; every little bit helps.

Call: 035779388
Email: vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz
Visit: Office 5, Community Centre, 25 Alfred Street, Blenheim

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1966 days ago

Speed limit review just around the corner

The Team from Marlborough District Council

Council will begin a speed limit review on local roads across the region on Monday 19 August, through its local roads agency, Marlborough Roads.

The district-wide review will help ensure speed limits on our local roads are safe and appropriate. It’s important to be aware that the review … View more
Council will begin a speed limit review on local roads across the region on Monday 19 August, through its local roads agency, Marlborough Roads.

The district-wide review will help ensure speed limits on our local roads are safe and appropriate. It’s important to be aware that the review excludes State Highways as these are managed by the New Zealand Transport Agency.

So make sure you have your say on the speed limit of our regions local roads when consultation begins next week.
Find out more

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1966 days ago

Fundraiser

Kim from Blenheim

Grab some friends for a fun night out and help support Redwoodtown School at the same time.

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1966 days ago

New Carpet

Maureen from Blenheim

Two pieces of Feltex Solution Dyed Nylon carpet left over when we had new carpet laid. Style "Dream Shadows", colour Bison. One piece 4.2m * 0.84m, other an L shaped piece size shown on attached photo. Other photo shows colour

Negotiable

1966 days ago

Out of My Mind - our latest podcast is now live

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Stuff's new podcast, Out of My Mind, is a series of true stories about mental health, told by the people who’ve been there.

In each episode, one person talks to journalist Adam Dudding about their life, and the view from inside their head. These first-person dispatches from the front … View more
Stuff's new podcast, Out of My Mind, is a series of true stories about mental health, told by the people who’ve been there.

In each episode, one person talks to journalist Adam Dudding about their life, and the view from inside their head. These first-person dispatches from the front lines of mental health are moving, yet also full of moments of surprise, tenderness and humour.

There are seven episodes. Two are available now and the following five will be released each Monday. Listen to the latest podcast here.

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1966 days ago

Vineyard bay posts

John from Fairhall - Renwick - Woodbourne

About 60 broken vineyard bay posts. They are treated rounds from about 70mm to 100mm diameter and most are about 1.8m to 2m long. They make great fence posts, retaining walls or good for other projects.
Free to anyone who wants them, we can help you load them.
cheers JK

Free

1966 days ago

Warning to properly dispose of fireplace ashes

Neighbourly.co.nz

A woman whose garden shed was burnt to the ground is warning others of the dangers of disposing hot ashes.

After disposing of the ashes in the compost, they caught alight, destroying a garden shed and valuables inside.

It is advised that to safely dispose of ash, it should be placed outside … View more
A woman whose garden shed was burnt to the ground is warning others of the dangers of disposing hot ashes.

After disposing of the ashes in the compost, they caught alight, destroying a garden shed and valuables inside.

It is advised that to safely dispose of ash, it should be placed outside in a metal bucket and then hosed over with water. Read more here

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1967 days ago

Life According to Dad – Win $500*

The Team from

If dads were to have a superpower, it would be to share invaluable life advice. The type of advice that, while unwelcome at the time, stays with you year after year.

To celebrate Father’s Day, we ask you to share your dad’s unique brand of wisdom with New Zealand. Friend, joker, bee sting … View more
If dads were to have a superpower, it would be to share invaluable life advice. The type of advice that, while unwelcome at the time, stays with you year after year.

To celebrate Father’s Day, we ask you to share your dad’s unique brand of wisdom with New Zealand. Friend, joker, bee sting remover, hero.

Share your dad’s life lessons and be in to win a $500* Prezzy card.

Click here to share your dad’s nuggets of wisdom – and be in to win $500*.

T's & C's apply*.
Share your lessons

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1967 days ago

Heat pump.

Gavin from Blenheim

Toshiba heat pump. Approximately 12 years old, still working fine we have just upgraded.
OPEN TO OFFERS.

Negotiable

1967 days ago

Blenheim Menz Shed Needs Timber

Trevor from North Blenheim

The Blenheim Menz Shed needs timber for various projects we undertake, typically for schools and local community organisations. Especially native or exotic timbers, but any usefully sized pieces would be very much appreciated. Even offcuts of hardwoods would be useful. If you have any such … View moreThe Blenheim Menz Shed needs timber for various projects we undertake, typically for schools and local community organisations. Especially native or exotic timbers, but any usefully sized pieces would be very much appreciated. Even offcuts of hardwoods would be useful. If you have any such timber and would like to donate some to the Menz Shed, please email trevor.dennis@xtra.co.nz 03-570-5064

Thanks. Trevor Dennis — Secretary, Blenheim Menz Shed

Free

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1967 days ago

Waste Disposal Insinkerator

Maureen from Blenheim

Fisher & Paykel waste disposal unit removed from our old kitchen and no longer needed in the new kitchen. Model WD2002.

Negotiable

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1967 days ago

VAX 2 in 1 Steam Cleaner

Maureen from Blenheim

An electric steam cleaner we used on floors at our previous house, now not needed in our new place. Complete with user manual and original attachments.

Negotiable

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1968 days ago

Could you be saving on power?

The Electricity Authority

With the extra power you use over winter, plus the extra time you spend indoors, it’s no wonder your power bills have a habit of getting bigger this time of year.

But there’s an easy and quick way to check you’re on the best deal, at WhatsMyNumber.org.nz

On average, New Zealand … View more
With the extra power you use over winter, plus the extra time you spend indoors, it’s no wonder your power bills have a habit of getting bigger this time of year.

But there’s an easy and quick way to check you’re on the best deal, at WhatsMyNumber.org.nz

On average, New Zealand households could save $207 a year by switching their power deal. Even if you’ve checked before visit WhatsMyNumber.org.nz to see what you could save.
Check now

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