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1479 days ago

Calling all train-lovers; opportunity of the week

Hannah Cunningham from Volunteer Marlborough

Opportunity of the week: Train Guard (Conductor)

If you love trains, then this opportunity is your dream come true! The Blenheim Riverside Railway is looking for Guards (Conductors) and Train Drivers for it's narrow gauge railway service along the Taylor River Reserve!

Guards and Assistant Guards are in charge of ensuring the safety and well-being of passengers, clipping tickets, providing basic information, and helping with the coupling of locomotives and carriages. This is a role with plenty of room for learning and upskilling as you progress through the Riverside Railway's training scheme. Once trained and experienced as a Guard, you can then choose to be trained as a driver!

Apply online by clicking the read more button below.

Alternatively, send us a message, call 03 577 9388, email vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz, or book an appointment online via our main Facebook page.⁠

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More messages from your neighbours
2 days ago

Poll: When should the tree go up? 🎄

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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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When should the tree go up? 🎄
  • 5.1% Second half of November
    5.1% Complete
  • 44.3% 1st December
    44.3% Complete
  • 16.9% A week before Christmas
    16.9% Complete
  • 32.5% Whenever you wish
    32.5% Complete
  • 1.2% Other - I'll share below
    1.2% Complete
1259 votes
22 hours ago

What's your favourite tomato recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

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.

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11 hours ago

Unlock Your Inner Detective: Today’s Riddle Awaits!

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

What gets wet while drying?

Do you think you know the answer to our daily riddle? Don't spoil it for your neighbours! Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm.

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