Wairau & Waihopai Valleys, Wairau Valley

2021 days ago

WIN for Mother’s Day! Books for you and your mum

HarperCollins Publishers

HarperCollins Publishers has 5 packs of books up for grabs. They are all new releases from bestselling authors Paullina Simons, Danielle Hawkins, Cassandra Clare and Lisa See, plus a copy of Mary Holm’s essential guide to managing your personal finances. This could be your best Mother’s Day … View moreHarperCollins Publishers has 5 packs of books up for grabs. They are all new releases from bestselling authors Paullina Simons, Danielle Hawkins, Cassandra Clare and Lisa See, plus a copy of Mary Holm’s essential guide to managing your personal finances. This could be your best Mother’s Day yet.

CLICK HERE to enter.

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2023 days ago

Wishing everyone a peaceful Anzac Day ❤️

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Tomorrow we remember those who have made the greatest sacrifice to keep us all safe.

#NSNZsafercommunities

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2025 days ago

Council flicks switch on solar power scheme

The Team from Marlborough District Council

Marlborough ratepayers wanting to switch to solar power can now call on Council for assistance. As part of a recently launched initiative, ratepayers now have the option of adding the installation cost of solar panels, by an approved provider, to their rates bill.

Ratepayers then pay back the … View more
Marlborough ratepayers wanting to switch to solar power can now call on Council for assistance. As part of a recently launched initiative, ratepayers now have the option of adding the installation cost of solar panels, by an approved provider, to their rates bill.

Ratepayers then pay back the Council for the cost of the installation through a targeted rate over nine years, alongside an administration fee and a 5.5 per cent standard interest rate, which will be reviewed annually.

The scheme encourages the switch to solar power in an effort to improve affordability of clean, home heating and energy supply.
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2028 days ago

Walk up the Withers?

Ian Allen Reporter from Marlborough Express

Friday feels: Classic Fighters weekend. The same weekend people who haven't been up the Wither Hills in ages decide to go for a walk. Be honest, who heads up the hill for a sneaky look?
Include NFP, if not for print.

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2029 days ago

Has anyone actually got a flight from Blenheim to Auckland for $49?

Ian Allen Reporter from Marlborough Express

It was described as the "standout winner" in Air New Zealand's domestic fare overhaul. But as we know, those "lead-in" fares aren't always on the money, in terms of flight times and baggage. Has anyone actually benefited from the price drop yet?

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2028 days ago

A creative idea for you and the kids...

The Team from Resene ColorShop Blenheim

Create hours of fun for children with some off-cuts of timber and Resene Blackboard Paint or Resene Chalkboard Paint. Once dry your children or grandchildren can draw all over the buildings to create their own looks.

Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from … View more
Create hours of fun for children with some off-cuts of timber and Resene Blackboard Paint or Resene Chalkboard Paint. Once dry your children or grandchildren can draw all over the buildings to create their own looks.

Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this handy project yourself

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2029 days ago

A special message from our Chief Cuteness Officer...

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Easter long weekend! 🐰💙

#NSNZsafercommunities

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2029 days ago

Presenting 'Kiss The Sky' in Nelson

The New Zealand Dance Company

Returning for its second year, The New Zealand Dance Company is excited to bring its stellar 2019 Kiss The Sky programme to Theatre Royal Nelson on Thursday 9th May. Combining the high-octane physicality of Korean choreographer KIM Jae Duk’s ‘Sigan’; and the powerhouse choreography of … View moreReturning for its second year, The New Zealand Dance Company is excited to bring its stellar 2019 Kiss The Sky programme to Theatre Royal Nelson on Thursday 9th May. Combining the high-octane physicality of Korean choreographer KIM Jae Duk’s ‘Sigan’; and the powerhouse choreography of renowned Stephanie Lake in ‘If Never Was Now’; with the vibrant aesthetic of New Zealand’s Victoria Colombus in her new world premiere work ‘The Fibonacci’, Kiss The Sky is “…exciting, exhausting, exhilarating – and world class” (Otago Daily Times).

Book your tickets now, and join us at an Asian-Pacific constellation of original dance, music and design.
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2030 days ago

Thank you to everyone who entered our 2019 Neighbours Day Aotearoa Photo Contest! 📸💙

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

We loved seeing your snaps and reading about your awesome community events across the country bringing neighbours together over games, food, music, dance, and even art.

Congratulations to Masterton Neighbourhood Support, Central Taranaki Safe Community Trust, Neighbourhood Support Wanganui, … View more
We loved seeing your snaps and reading about your awesome community events across the country bringing neighbours together over games, food, music, dance, and even art.

Congratulations to Masterton Neighbourhood Support, Central Taranaki Safe Community Trust, Neighbourhood Support Wanganui, Napier Neighbourhood Support, Neighbourhood Support Papakura District and our other winners who are being sent home with a $100 Prezzy card courtesy of our friends at Neighbourly.

Until next year...

#NDA2019

2030 days ago

How about getting creative this Easter?

Resene

Whether you're a dab hand at DIY or a recycling rookie, why not make good use of the Easter break and show your neighbours your upcycling talents in the 2019 Resene Upcycling Awards!

Upcycling is all about taking a preloved item and transforming it - whether it's turning old … View more
Whether you're a dab hand at DIY or a recycling rookie, why not make good use of the Easter break and show your neighbours your upcycling talents in the 2019 Resene Upcycling Awards!

Upcycling is all about taking a preloved item and transforming it - whether it's turning old skateboards into a coffee table, pallets into a home entertainment unit or repurposing an old baby cot into a desk for your little learners.

Unleash your creativity on your neighbourhood by sharing your creation in this year's Resene Upcycling Awards. Make sure you tell us about any Resene paints, colours and stains you've used - and don't forget your before and after photos. You could win one of four prizes worth $500!

Entries close Sunday 5 May.
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2031 days ago

Dog park progresses in leaps and bounds

The Team from Marlborough District Council

Construction of Marlborough’s first dog park is set to begin. The park, at Fox’s Island in Renwick, will feature agility equipment including weave poles, hurdles, a jump through and a balance beam.

The park will also include a water feature with dog bowls and waste bins. It will be a place … View more
Construction of Marlborough’s first dog park is set to begin. The park, at Fox’s Island in Renwick, will feature agility equipment including weave poles, hurdles, a jump through and a balance beam.

The park will also include a water feature with dog bowls and waste bins. It will be a place for owners to meet and socialise their dogs and can be used as part of a valuable education programme for dog rangers and other local groups.

Marlborough has 10,000 registered dogs.

The park’s construction is 80% funded from dog fees, with the remainder coming from rates.
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2034 days ago

400 little Kiwis need your help.

The Team from KidsCan Charitable Trust

Hi Neighbours

Our littlest people need your help. Poverty doesn’t start at 5, but until now there’s been no nationwide programme to help preschoolers who are hungry and cold.

KidsCan is changing that. They’re delivering raincoats, shoes and five fresh meals a week to 25 early childhood … View more
Hi Neighbours

Our littlest people need your help. Poverty doesn’t start at 5, but until now there’s been no nationwide programme to help preschoolers who are hungry and cold.

KidsCan is changing that. They’re delivering raincoats, shoes and five fresh meals a week to 25 early childhood centres. Attendance is up, and the children are happier and more settled.

"Everyone has the same meal so children don't feel like they have less," Manaia View Kindergarten teacher Kathy Belz says. "It's upholding everyone's mana.”

40 more centres are waiting for help. KidsCan, Stuff and Neighbourly have partnered up to raise enough money to support 1000 more children - and we need 400 more generous Kiwis to hold little hands. To support a child, sign up at KidsCan.org.nz
Support a little Kiwi now

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2035 days ago

Create magic with paper and a potato!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Blenheim

Plants make a lovely gift for young and old. Personalise your gift by creating a potato print wrap for it using a favourite Resene testpot colour and a potato cut to your chosen shape. It’s easy to do – you can even get the kids to help. It’s also a handy way to disguise any old or stained … View morePlants make a lovely gift for young and old. Personalise your gift by creating a potato print wrap for it using a favourite Resene testpot colour and a potato cut to your chosen shape. It’s easy to do – you can even get the kids to help. It’s also a handy way to disguise any old or stained plant pots you may have in your home. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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2036 days ago

Heavy rain warning - Marlborough and Wellington

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

An active front over central New Zealand is moving slowly eastwards today and early Friday, bringing rain and possible thunderstorms to much of the upper South Island and North Island.

Area: Marlborough Sounds and coast north of Clarence
Valid: 9 hours from 1:00pm to 10:00pm Thursday
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An active front over central New Zealand is moving slowly eastwards today and early Friday, bringing rain and possible thunderstorms to much of the upper South Island and North Island.

Area: Marlborough Sounds and coast north of Clarence
Valid: 9 hours from 1:00pm to 10:00pm Thursday
Forecast: Periods of rain, may become heavy with thundery downpours. Rainfall accumulations may approach short duration warning criteria.

Area: Wellington and Wairarapa from Featherston southwards
Valid: 11 hours from 3:00pm Thursday to 2:00am Friday
Forecast: Periods of rain, may become heavy with thundery downpours. Rainfall accumulations may approach short duration warning criteria.

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2036 days ago

Have your say on EQC

Public Inquiry into the Earthquake Commission

The Public Inquiry into the Earthquake Commission is seeking submissions on any changes you think are needed to improve EQC’s policies, operations and service.

We would like to hear about your experiences with EQC, and your views about how to improve its readiness for future natural disasters.… View more
The Public Inquiry into the Earthquake Commission is seeking submissions on any changes you think are needed to improve EQC’s policies, operations and service.

We would like to hear about your experiences with EQC, and your views about how to improve its readiness for future natural disasters.

We will be accepting written submissions until 19 May 2019.
You can make a submission and find out more online at eqcinquiry.govt.nz

For any queries or assistance contact the Inquiry team on info@eqcinquiry.govt.nz or 0508 INQ EQC (0508 467 372).
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