North Blenheim, Spring Creek

1828 days ago

Looking for help to get your home holiday ready?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, with summer and the festive season just around the corner, it's a great time to spruce up your home or give it a seasonal makeover. And if you're stuck for ideas, we can help!

Resene's colour and technical experts will be joining us on Homed from 7pm tonight (Weds … View more
Hey neighbours, with summer and the festive season just around the corner, it's a great time to spruce up your home or give it a seasonal makeover. And if you're stuck for ideas, we can help!

Resene's colour and technical experts will be joining us on Homed from 7pm tonight (Weds 20 Nov) to answer any questions you have about colour trends, decorating ideas, and the best way to get a perfect finish. Click here to submit your question now, then join us on Homed from 7pm to get some answers. See you then :)

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1828 days ago

Poll: What do you think is the common reason Kiwis fail their driving test?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

There is one common reason that is accounting for one-quarter of all immediate failures of driving tests - out of the options below, what do you think is the common reason Kiwis don't pass the test? Vote in our poll.

Find out the answer here.

What do you think is the common reason Kiwis fail their driving test?
  • 24.3% Failing to giveway
    24.3% Complete
  • 15.2% Travelling above the speed limit
    15.2% Complete
  • 21.2% Not stopping at stop sign
    21.2% Complete
  • 39.4% Not checking blind spots/mirrors
    39.4% Complete
1186 votes
1828 days ago

How to be more Neighbourly...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Being Neighbourly is a lot more than just signing up to the website. It’s about taking the next step and being helpful and friendly to those around you. There are loads of different ways to be Neighbourly - here are a few suggestions from us.

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1828 days ago

Pāua quota cut in half

Neighbourly.co.nz

South Island pāua divers will have their daily limit cut down by half from next month.

The current legal limit is 10 pāua per person or 20 pāua or 2.5 kilograms of minced meat during a multi-day fishing trip. The limits apply to both black and yellow foot pāua. From December 12, the limit … View more
South Island pāua divers will have their daily limit cut down by half from next month.

The current legal limit is 10 pāua per person or 20 pāua or 2.5 kilograms of minced meat during a multi-day fishing trip. The limits apply to both black and yellow foot pāua. From December 12, the limit will be halved to five per day or a maximum of 10 pāua or 1.25kg per person on a multiple-day fishing trip.

Fisheries Management's director, Stuart Anderson, said the new quota was designed to help the stock's depleted numbers recover after the 7.8-magnitude earthquake in 2016.

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1829 days ago

Large Dog Kennel and Run Wanted

Natasha from Blenheim

I'm after a large / XL dog kennel and run for an American Mastiff as she has already outgrown her puppy kennel.

1829 days ago

Water Filters to suit Fisher and Paykel

Christina from Picton - Waikawa

2 x Brand new in Water Filters still boxed and sealed. Please see picture for compatible models.

Price: $40

1829 days ago

Price jump in Marlborough property market

Chloe Ranford Reporter from Marlborough Express

New data shows the average price of property in Marlborough is up, reaching $445,000, but still sits below the country's $600,000 average.

What do you think? Is Marlborough property affordable?

Read more: bit.ly...

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1829 days ago

Coffee Table

Christina from Picton - Waikawa

In reasonable condition. Buyer must pick up in Picton.

Price: $100

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1829 days ago

Catch a bus to Fly My Pretties

The Team from Marlborough District Council

If you’re heading to the free Fly My Pretties concert this Saturday, part of the Tuia 250 commemorations, why not catch the bus?

Depart from Blenheim Railway Station at 6.00 pm on Saturday 23 November and arrive at Picton Foreshore in time to enjoy the Kete Kai Street Market and incredible 3D … View more
If you’re heading to the free Fly My Pretties concert this Saturday, part of the Tuia 250 commemorations, why not catch the bus?

Depart from Blenheim Railway Station at 6.00 pm on Saturday 23 November and arrive at Picton Foreshore in time to enjoy the Kete Kai Street Market and incredible 3D light installation (thanks to Interislander) before the concert begins.

At 11.00 pm the bus will collect you from the Picton i-SITE and deliver you back to Blenheim Railway Station.

Tickets are $10 return and can be purchased from Blenheim i-SITE or online.
Book here

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1830 days ago

Poll: Changes to tenancy laws

Sophie Trigger Reporter from Marlborough Express

Changes announced yesterday mean landlords can no longer end a tenant's lease without good reason.
They can also only increase rent once every 12 months.
What do you think of the changes?

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Changes to tenancy laws
  • 43.2% It's great - it gives renters more security.
    43.2% Complete
  • 29.7% It's too tough on landlords.
    29.7% Complete
  • 27% It won't impact me.
    27% Complete
  • 0% Other - leave in comments.
    0% Complete
37 votes
1830 days ago

Seniors day program

Hannah Cunningham from Volunteer Marlborough

Enliven run a day program for seniors to combat social isolation, but they need YOUR help.⁠
Can you give a few hours to support seniors by assisting with activities, serving refreshments, or assisting with transportation?⁠
⁠Send us a message, call 03-577-9388, or email … View more
Enliven run a day program for seniors to combat social isolation, but they need YOUR help.⁠
Can you give a few hours to support seniors by assisting with activities, serving refreshments, or assisting with transportation?⁠
⁠Send us a message, call 03-577-9388, or email vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz

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1830 days ago

Know a helping hander?

Countdown Supermarkets

Every Countdown store in New Zealand is giving away a $500 Countdown Gift Card to a local hero. Nominate here

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1831 days ago

Delicious Kai

Social Media Manager from Tuia 250 ki Tōtaranui

Discover the Kete Kai Street Market, featuring food from a diverse range of cultures along with Maori crafts and performers on Saturday, November 23 from 3pm to 8pm.

Some of our vendors include: Manaaki, Chef Chris Street Food, Big House Honey, Boom Chef Blenheim, Chatham Island Seafood, Feast … View more
Discover the Kete Kai Street Market, featuring food from a diverse range of cultures along with Maori crafts and performers on Saturday, November 23 from 3pm to 8pm.

Some of our vendors include: Manaaki, Chef Chris Street Food, Big House Honey, Boom Chef Blenheim, Chatham Island Seafood, Feast Merchants, Kiwi Kai Nelson, La Ruca, Nellie Mae's Food Caravan, Rosie's, Polyfest, Smoked Marlborough, Susana and Lapu, Peter The Swiss Butcher, WhareKai and many more.

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1831 days ago

Challenge the unspoken rules

White Ribbon

A challenge facing too many young men is the sense that they have to live up to the unspoken rules of masculinity – clichés such as “boys don’t cry” and “toughen up”.

White Ribbon encourages everyone to challenge the unspoken rules, so we can let boys and young men enjoy their … View more
A challenge facing too many young men is the sense that they have to live up to the unspoken rules of masculinity – clichés such as “boys don’t cry” and “toughen up”.

White Ribbon encourages everyone to challenge the unspoken rules, so we can let boys and young men enjoy their individuality and define themselves as men who have respectful relationships with themselves and their partners – creating happier, healthier communities for us all.
Find out more

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1831 days ago

2005 AUDI A4 AVANT

Jan from Blenheim

Low KMS. Only 87,000km. excellent condition. economical 2.0 litre engine, Automatic, rear wheel drive, heated Leather seats, facelift model B7 platform. 245/45/17''s with good tread. new WOF and REGO. All this luxury for only $5750. .. now reduced to $5250 this weekend.

Price: $5,250

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