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Many New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our … View moreMany New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our diverse, innovative 21st century nation.
Join us as we explore what Kiwi culture looks like in neighbourhoods across the country. In the coming weeks, you'll notice a few posts about Kiwi innovations popping up across Neighbourly - we'd love for you engage and let us know what innovations and innovators you think need profiling!
At ACC, we’re proposing to increase the levies collected from road users to pay for the rising cost of road injuries. If you’re a road user, these proposals could affect you.
Learn about all the proposals and have your say at our site by October 25.
Next week will see our little cherubs get a two week break from school. Do you use a holiday programme? Are they value for money and which ones do you think are the best?
On 14th November 2016, a quake devastated the region of Kaikōura. Out of the devastation has come the creation of a new landscape and a stronger Kaikōura community. “Parts of Kaikōura now look like an alien landscape” said Stuff.
Be one of the first to discover the new New Zealand on the … View moreOn 14th November 2016, a quake devastated the region of Kaikōura. Out of the devastation has come the creation of a new landscape and a stronger Kaikōura community. “Parts of Kaikōura now look like an alien landscape” said Stuff.
Be one of the first to discover the new New Zealand on the Coastal Pacific train, re-opening December 1st.
Photo credit: Marine Ecology Research Group, University Of Canterbury
In this week's issue of Get Growing we have top tips on planting dahlia tubers, digging new garden beds, tumbling your compost, growing passionfruit and being sunsmart. Find out how to grow kūmara, make seed labels with the kids and enter to win some fabulous prizes including vouchers from … View moreIn this week's issue of Get Growing we have top tips on planting dahlia tubers, digging new garden beds, tumbling your compost, growing passionfruit and being sunsmart. Find out how to grow kūmara, make seed labels with the kids and enter to win some fabulous prizes including vouchers from Awapuni Nurseries, Roll 'N' Grow seed mats and prize packs from Goodbye Ouch.
Marlborough is looking spectacular right now.
Do you have gorgeous photos you would like to share on our social pages? Send them to mailbox@stuff.co.nz with details of the location and who is in the photo (from left to right).
Bowel cancer can develop with no warning signs. Finding it early with the free bowel screening test could save your life.
Within the next two years, everyone aged 60 to 74 who lives in the Nelson Marlborough region and who can receive publicly-funded healthcare, will be sent a test kit in the … View moreBowel cancer can develop with no warning signs. Finding it early with the free bowel screening test could save your life.
Within the next two years, everyone aged 60 to 74 who lives in the Nelson Marlborough region and who can receive publicly-funded healthcare, will be sent a test kit in the mail.
It's important that you do the test as soon as possible, and post it back. The test is easy, clean, and you can do it at home.
Make sure your postal address is up to date with your GP.
To find out more call 0800 924 432, visit www.timetoscreen.nz, or talk to your doctor.
ASB Bank and Age Concern New Zealand have partnered to run free “Keeping you and your money safe” seminars during October. We will be discussing issues around financial abuse, scams and online safety with time to ask questions and join us for refreshments.
So why not get some friends … View moreASB Bank and Age Concern New Zealand have partnered to run free “Keeping you and your money safe” seminars during October. We will be discussing issues around financial abuse, scams and online safety with time to ask questions and join us for refreshments.
So why not get some friends together and come along - We would love to see you there! Please register at the seminar nearest to you
Come along and have a go at the exciting international sport of Dragon Boating. We are a keen bunch of paddles looking to increase our numbers so we can compete in South Island and National regattas. We will be in town at the new Quays Riverside Park from 10:00am until 2:30pm with our boat and all … View moreCome along and have a go at the exciting international sport of Dragon Boating. We are a keen bunch of paddles looking to increase our numbers so we can compete in South Island and National regattas. We will be in town at the new Quays Riverside Park from 10:00am until 2:30pm with our boat and all the gear. Come and have a look or better still jump in the boat and have a go. Anyone can paddle and all are welcome. It is a Watersport so dress to get a little wet. No jeans please. Message me on here or phone or text 0276755533 for more information.
Summer is a drop dead gorgeous 5 year old female Chihuahua x Papillon who is a tiny 2.2kg. She is bright, curious, playful, loves her toys, and gets on well with other small dogs. Her favourite things are belly rubs, rides in the car, and morning cuddles on the bed.
Summer is well behaved and … View moreSummer is a drop dead gorgeous 5 year old female Chihuahua x Papillon who is a tiny 2.2kg. She is bright, curious, playful, loves her toys, and gets on well with other small dogs. Her favourite things are belly rubs, rides in the car, and morning cuddles on the bed.
Summer is well behaved and temperamentally sound, but has spent time in foster care in order to rehabilitate her fear of being touched. Summer needs lots of physical contact and cuddles from someone with the time to give them to her. You will need to be patient and understand that bonding with her may take a bit of time. Full support will be provided by NZCR. Summer is in excellent health and is desexed, vaccinated, microchipped, flea'd/wormed, registered, and has had a recent dental.
We are looking for a very special home for Summer, where the fantastic progress her foster carer has made will be continued with. Please apply if you are that special person who:
- has a quiet, low conflict home environment with no children.
- has another calm and well-adjusted dog (preferably small breed).
- is home most of the day and able to spend quality time with her, giving her lots of physical contact.
- will let her sleep on the bed at night (so she can get her morning cuddle)
- has no cats (as they terrify her), although a kitten could be introduced to the home once she is settled in.
- has fencing that is in full contact with the ground with no gaps or holes (as she can dig her way out).
If this sounds like you, please apply as per the process at nzchihuahuarescue.co.nz.... Please note comments and messages on this site will NOT be responded to (as I am not the NZCR adoption co-ordinator) so please submit an application form as requested. Summer's adoption fee is $400.
Police and the NZ Transport Agency are asking everybody traveling these school holidays to plan ahead, take regular breaks, and stay safe on our roads.
During five days over the school holidays last year, 6-10 October 2017, 15 lives were lost on our roads. The total deaths for the whole month … View morePolice and the NZ Transport Agency are asking everybody traveling these school holidays to plan ahead, take regular breaks, and stay safe on our roads.
During five days over the school holidays last year, 6-10 October 2017, 15 lives were lost on our roads. The total deaths for the whole month was 32. “If the same thing happens this year, we are going to have 32 people die in October. Who is it going to be, you, a member of your family, a friend, or one of your colleagues?” says Sandra Venables, Assistant Commissioner for Road Policing.
NZ Transport Agency acting Director Safety and Environment Lisa Rossiter agrees. “If you’re going away with your family these school holidays, ensure you are well rested before you set off, and ensure your focus is driving safely on the roads.
“Watch your speed and following distances, make sure you’re driving fresh and alert, don’t get distracted by the kids in the back or by your phone, and make sure everyone is wearing their seatbelt"
Read the full message on the NZ Police website here.
Image: Stuff
If you've ever visited Hospice Marlborough you will know just what an incredible job they do.
There's a wish list in their shared kitchen area and these are the things they most need right now.
If you have the time it would be wonderful to drop off just one or two of these items.
… View moreIf you've ever visited Hospice Marlborough you will know just what an incredible job they do.
There's a wish list in their shared kitchen area and these are the things they most need right now.
If you have the time it would be wonderful to drop off just one or two of these items.
Boxes of tissues
2 ply toilet paper
Dishwashing detergent
Dishwasher tablets/powder
Instant coffee
Sugar
Copier paper
Some upcoming events for the Summit Marlborough Heritage Festival require an RSVP. These events and their RSVP dates are as follows:
Elizabeth Lissaman Birthday Afternoon Tea - 8 October
The Wakamarina Goldfield in Marlborough History - 8 October
Picton Heritage Plaques Unveiling - 8 October
… View moreSome upcoming events for the Summit Marlborough Heritage Festival require an RSVP. These events and their RSVP dates are as follows:
Elizabeth Lissaman Birthday Afternoon Tea - 8 October
The Wakamarina Goldfield in Marlborough History - 8 October
Picton Heritage Plaques Unveiling - 8 October
Labour Day in New Zealand History - 12 October
Flaxbourne Then and Now - 15 October
Scandinavian Stories in Marlborough - 15 October
Elizabeth Lissaman Book Launch and Signing - 20 October
Guided Tour of the Edwin Fox - 24 October
Ukulele Workshop - 30 October
Steampunk 101 - 30 October
Renwick Founding Families Afternoon Tea - 7 November
RSVP's can be made to Marlborough Museum on 5781712 or info@marlboroughmuseum.org.nz
All other events do not require an RSVP, and we look forward to seeing you there.
For a second year, Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! This is a chance to make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a little love. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories … View moreFor a second year, Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! This is a chance to make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a little love. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!
Whether it's a new mural for your community hall, a graffiti clean up or a local playground paint job, Colour Your Community lets you paint the town red (or green or blue). Apply now on behalf of your organisation, business, or for your own community project.
Hey neighbours,
Spring has well and truly sprung but if you're still stuck in a colour rut at home, check out the recap of our live chat with Resene colour experts Sarah Gregory and Brenda Ngatai where they answered your questions and decorating dilemmas.
Whether you want to know about … View moreHey neighbours,
Spring has well and truly sprung but if you're still stuck in a colour rut at home, check out the recap of our live chat with Resene colour experts Sarah Gregory and Brenda Ngatai where they answered your questions and decorating dilemmas.
Whether you want to know about colour trends, paint effects, interior decor, exterior treatments, or anything else colour and paint-related you're to find something to inspire you, here.
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