North Blenheim, Spring Creek

1863 days ago

Buy-back and amnesty for prohibited firearms and parts

Nelson, Marlborough, West Coast Police

After changes to firearm laws, the government introduced a six month amnesty period. This means that anyone with firearms and parts that are no longer legal have until 20 December 2019 to hand them in to Police.

Police are providing a number of ways for people to hand-in their firearms or … View more
After changes to firearm laws, the government introduced a six month amnesty period. This means that anyone with firearms and parts that are no longer legal have until 20 December 2019 to hand them in to Police.

Police are providing a number of ways for people to hand-in their firearms or parts, including Police-run collection events - bit.ly...

If you can’t make a collection event, check whether there is a dealer near you - bit.ly...

If you think you have a unique prohibited item and are eligible to apply for compensation, find out how you can do that here - bit.ly...

Some firearms can also be modified and there is also a list of approved gunsmiths eligible to do the work - bit.ly...

FAQ’s here - bit.ly... or call 0800 311 311.

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1863 days ago

Industrial action affecting Nelson & Wairau Hospitals

Stephanie Gray from Nelson Marlborough Health

Industrial action will affect the provision of radiology services (X-ray, CT & MRI) in Nelson and Wairau Hospitals today (Wednesday).
Please note: Ultrasound services are unaffected.

All hospitals nationwide are preparing for a further strike by Medical Imaging Technologists (MITs) who are … View more
Industrial action will affect the provision of radiology services (X-ray, CT & MRI) in Nelson and Wairau Hospitals today (Wednesday).
Please note: Ultrasound services are unaffected.

All hospitals nationwide are preparing for a further strike by Medical Imaging Technologists (MITs) who are covered by the Association of Professional and Executive Employees (APEX) collective employment agreement.

Some of our MITs will participate in a 24-hour withdrawal of labour from:
0700 Wednesday 16 October to 0700 Thursday 17 October.

Our contingency planning team has worked hard to minimise the potential effects of the strike on patient care, prioritising the continuation of emergency and urgent services during the strike.

The provision of radiology services at Nelson & Wairau Hospitals, including the Emergency Departments, will be affected during the periods of industrial action.

Thank you for your patience.

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1864 days ago

Key information for boaties

Social Media Manager from Tuia 250 ki Tōtaranui

As part of the 250 years commemorations of the arrival of the Endeavour to Aotearoa/New Zealand and the first sustained encounters between Māori and Pākehā, a national flotilla consisting of three waka hourua (double hulled waka with sails) and two heritage tall ships will visit Tōtaranui/Queen… View moreAs part of the 250 years commemorations of the arrival of the Endeavour to Aotearoa/New Zealand and the first sustained encounters between Māori and Pākehā, a national flotilla consisting of three waka hourua (double hulled waka with sails) and two heritage tall ships will visit Tōtaranui/Queen Charlotte Sound between November 19 and November 26, 2019.

MERETOTO/SHIP COVE

No access via walkways from midnight November 20 to approximately 5pm November 21.

HARBOURMASTER'S DIRCTION

In the interest of navigation safety no vessel is permitted to navigate within the specified exclusion zones 100 meters of a flotilla vessel underway within the Marlborough Harbour or within 50 meters of any flotilla vessel navigating within Picton Harbour or at anchor.

This direction does not apply to;
• Police or rescue vessels
• Vessels as permitted by the Ministry of Culture and Heritage
• Vessels as permitted by the Harbourmaster
• Vessels as permitted by the Master, Skipper or Kaitiaki of a flotilla vessel.

MERETOTO/SHIP COVE

On November 21, 2019 there will be an official Pōwhiri for the crews of the dual heritage Tuia 250 flotilla, led by tangata whenua.

The Ministry of Culture and Heritage has reserved an area of water space within Meretoto/Ship Cove for this event from midnight November 20 to 5pm November 21.

The reserved area is shown on the map and has been approved according to the Marlborough District Council Navigation Safety Bylaws 2009.

During this time only vessels directly involved in the event will be permitted to;
• access the wharf at Meretoto/Ship Cove
• anchor or moor in Meretoto/Ship Cove

There will be opportunity for all vessels to enter Meretoto/Ship Cove between 11am and 2pm on November, 21 2019 to view the flotilla vessels at anchor in the bay. During this time all vessels navigating in the bay must remain at a distance of at least 50 meters from the flotilla vessels.

Spectator craft intending to visit Meretoto/Ship Cove during this event are encouraged to maintain a listening watch on VHF 66 for event information and safety messages from the Harbourmaster.

Coastguard Marlborough and police will be supported by the Nelson Coastguard in managing the event on water.

WAITOHI/PICTON

On November 22, 2019 the dual heritage Tuia 250 flotilla is expected to arrive at All Ports Island around 10am, and then make its way to Waitohi/Picton Harbour.

The flotilla will depart on November 26, 2019.

• Tangata whenua waka will approach the flotilla from Shelly Beach

• All spectator vessels must not navigate within the exclusion zones of the flotilla vessels as set by the Harbourmaster.

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1864 days ago

Shipshape volunteers wanted

The Team from Marlborough District Council

Are you enthusiastic, committed and keen be part of Marlborough’s history? If so, the Tuia 250 team wants to hear from you!

They need friendly volunteers to help with the Tuia 250 commemorations in Picton during the visit of the Dual Heritage Tuia 250 Flotilla, from 22 to 25 November.

Tasks… View more
Are you enthusiastic, committed and keen be part of Marlborough’s history? If so, the Tuia 250 team wants to hear from you!

They need friendly volunteers to help with the Tuia 250 commemorations in Picton during the visit of the Dual Heritage Tuia 250 Flotilla, from 22 to 25 November.

Tasks include helping the team manage visitors aboard the Endeavour replica and being an ‘Ask Me Ambassador’.

If you can help, give Eléna Smith a call on 021 334 556 or email volunteers@totaranui250.co.nz
Find out more

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1865 days ago

Poll: Will you be celebrating Halloween?

Neighbourly.co.nz

Halloween is coming up on October 31, and there'll be lots of spooktacular-ly dressed trick or treaters around the neighbourhood!

Are you looking forward to seeing them? Will you be celebrating Halloween?

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Will you be celebrating Halloween?
  • 10.9% I love it - one of my favorite times of the year
    10.9% Complete
  • 2.5% I use it as an excuse to dress up!
    2.5% Complete
  • 21.7% Hate it - we shouldn't celebrate evil and darkness
    21.7% Complete
  • 36.4% It's a nuisance - I won't be answering the door on the night
    36.4% Complete
  • 28.6% It's just like any other day for me
    28.6% Complete
2266 votes
1865 days ago

Selmes Garden Charitable Trust turns 10! 🎈

Reporter Marlborough Express

A garden nursery trust which provides employment to the disabled is celebrating its 10th birthday on October 19!

Chairman David Robinson says "the real value is seeing people with disabilities having somewhere to go where they can actually work and do something productive in the … View more
A garden nursery trust which provides employment to the disabled is celebrating its 10th birthday on October 19!

Chairman David Robinson says "the real value is seeing people with disabilities having somewhere to go where they can actually work and do something productive in the community."

Congratulations, team - a real achievement!

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1865 days ago

Industrial action at Nelson & Wairau Hospitals

Stephanie Gray from Nelson Marlborough Health

Industrial action will affect the provision of radiology services (X-ray, CT & MRI) in Nelson and Wairau Hospitals on Monday and Wednesday.
Please note: Ultrasound services are unaffected.

All hospitals nationwide are preparing for a further strike by Medical Imaging Technologists (MITs) … View more
Industrial action will affect the provision of radiology services (X-ray, CT & MRI) in Nelson and Wairau Hospitals on Monday and Wednesday.
Please note: Ultrasound services are unaffected.

All hospitals nationwide are preparing for a further strike by Medical Imaging Technologists (MITs) who are covered by the Association of Professional and Executive Employees (APEX) collective employment agreement.

Some of our MITs will participate in a 24-hour withdrawal of labour from:

1. 0700 Monday 14 October to 0700 Tuesday 15 October and
2. 0700 Wednesday 16 October to 0700 Thursday 17 October.

Our contingency planning team has worked hard to minimise the potential effects of the strike on patient care, prioritising the continuation of emergency and urgent services during the strike.

The provision of radiology services at Nelson & Wairau Hospitals, including the Emergency Departments, will be affected during the periods of industrial action.

Thank you for your patience.

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1865 days ago

Win a double pass to the 2020 House Tours

The Team from NZ House & Garden Tours

NZ House & Garden House Tours are coming to a region near you!
February and March 2020, we invite you to step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.

This … View more
NZ House & Garden House Tours are coming to a region near you!
February and March 2020, we invite you to step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.

This year we’re heading to five fabulous locations: Bay of Islands, Taupō, New Plymouth, Blenheim and Dunedin - which of these summer destinations would you love to head to?

Tell us your preferred destination and your favourite local hot-spot via this link to be in to win a double pass to the House Tour of your choice!

Entries close 24th October 2019.
Enter now

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1866 days ago

Did you get your blood pressure checked?

Reporter Marlborough Express

The Stroke Foundation offered free blood pressure checks in Unichem and Life pharmacies and at PAK'nSAVE in Blenheim last Saturday, testing around 90 Marlburians.

Picton resident Lynne Iggulden said she was glad to have it checked, after discovering it was slightly on the high side. Did you … View more
The Stroke Foundation offered free blood pressure checks in Unichem and Life pharmacies and at PAK'nSAVE in Blenheim last Saturday, testing around 90 Marlburians.

Picton resident Lynne Iggulden said she was glad to have it checked, after discovering it was slightly on the high side. Did you get yours tested? Are you glad that you did?

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1867 days ago

Do you miss the Redwoodtown post shop?

Reporter Marlborough Express

The Redwoodtown post shop is still waiting to be re-homed, despite promises it would move to a different location.

Redwoodtown resident Alison Turner said she "missed the service terribly". "It was so handy, I loved having it, now everything I send is a little bit late because … View more
The Redwoodtown post shop is still waiting to be re-homed, despite promises it would move to a different location.

Redwoodtown resident Alison Turner said she "missed the service terribly". "It was so handy, I loved having it, now everything I send is a little bit late because it's not as easy to access." Do you miss the post shop?

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1866 days ago

Win the ultimate ballet experience

The Team from

Ryman Healthcare together with the Royal New Zealand Ballet are offering you the chance to win a night at the world premiere of Hansel & Gretel in Wellington with all the trimmings including flights and accommodation.

Follow the breadcrumbs this Christmas, and venture into the dark, … View more
Ryman Healthcare together with the Royal New Zealand Ballet are offering you the chance to win a night at the world premiere of Hansel & Gretel in Wellington with all the trimmings including flights and accommodation.

Follow the breadcrumbs this Christmas, and venture into the dark, fantastical realm of Hansel & Gretel for an unforgettable evening at the ballet.

This world premiere brings together many of New Zealand’s creative talents to tell a timeless tale for audiences young and old.

*Participants must be available to travel on Wednesday 6th November.
T&C’s apply.
Enter now

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1868 days ago

Thank you OneSight!

Julia de Ruiter from The Salvation Army NZ

We want to say a huge thank you to the incredible OneSight team who have recently spent time at five Salvation Army centres around the country providing free eye tests and glasses to Kiwis who are unable to afford them.

624 people were seen over five days with nearly 70% needing glasses. … View more
We want to say a huge thank you to the incredible OneSight team who have recently spent time at five Salvation Army centres around the country providing free eye tests and glasses to Kiwis who are unable to afford them.

624 people were seen over five days with nearly 70% needing glasses. Amazingly, 150 people attending the clinics were are able to leave with their new glasses which were manufactured on site!

OneSight Programme Manager for Australia/New Zealand Jenny Harnett says it was an honour to partner with The Salvation Army to deliver these clinics to communities in need. “We believe that glasses unlock potential, providing opportunities for students to learn, for people to work and earn a living, to drive, to read, and to support their families."

Thanks again OneSight!

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1867 days ago

Stolen dirt bike

Kerri from Blenheim

A KTM 250 orange dirt bike was stolen from our garage in Blicks lane Blenheim. It was riden off at 0300 on oct 10 th.
Anyone notice anything , especially likely in Rapaura area.

1867 days ago

Experienced in fruit & refrigeration technologies?

Eastpack

EastPack is the kiwifruit industry’s leading grower-owned post-harvest operator with facilities in six locations in the Bay of Plenty, and we’re looking for a Controlled Atmosphere Specialist to join our world class packhouse facilities in the beautiful Bay of Plenty. Apply here

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1870 days ago

Wanted Bantams hens, / chooks.

Anne from Blenheim

wanting to buy a few bantam hens, any one got any available? or know of any one willing to sell a couple?
thank you.

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