Wairau & Waihopai Valleys, Wairau Valley

2178 days ago

Poll: Immunisation

Paula Hulburt Reporter from Marlborough Express

Yay or nay to childhood vaccination? I've heard the arguments for both sides and would be interested to hear your views. Should all children be fully immunised by 5-years-old or should it be up to parents to decide?

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Immunisation
  • 89.5% Yes, my children/child were fully vaccinated
    89.5% Complete
  • 10.5% No, I don't believe in the process and my child/children were not vaccinated
    10.5% Complete
38 votes
2178 days ago

Goods for Sale

Don McDonald from Picton Men's Community Shed

Call in at the Men's Shed anytime on a Wednesday or on Saturday Morning and look over the range of items for sale.
At present we have: Desk, Table, Road Bike, Garden Tools, Workshop Hand-tools and more.
For more details, ring Rex on 021469191

Negotiable

2179 days ago

Blenheim’s Seymour Square wins international award

The Team from Marlborough District Council

Blenheim’s Seymour Square has received a prestigious Green Flag Award, endorsing it as one of the best green spaces in the world. The award scheme is an international quality mark for parks and green spaces, administered here by the New Zealand Recreation Association.

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Blenheim’s Seymour Square has received a prestigious Green Flag Award, endorsing it as one of the best green spaces in the world. The award scheme is an international quality mark for parks and green spaces, administered here by the New Zealand Recreation Association.

Marlborough District Council Parks and Reserves staff, who look after more than 250 parks and reserves across the region, were absolutely thrilled to receive the recognition. It’s the first time Council has entered the competition and it’s hoped the win will bring new visitors to Seymour Square’s beautiful gardens.

For more information about the award visit www.greenflagaward.org.uk
Find out more!

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2179 days ago

Bringing books to Aucklanders

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Meet Gill, who works 'behind the scenes' to make Tāmaki Makaurau a great place to live 💙

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2179 days ago

Weird weather

Paula Hulburt Reporter from Marlborough Express

Well folks, it's not the nicest out there with a severe thunderstorm warning in place until 7pm tonight.
MET service are warning of scattered slow-moving thunderstorms and also hail, with the possibility of it settling.
Stay safe out there and hang on to the thought the weather is set to … View more
Well folks, it's not the nicest out there with a severe thunderstorm warning in place until 7pm tonight.
MET service are warning of scattered slow-moving thunderstorms and also hail, with the possibility of it settling.
Stay safe out there and hang on to the thought the weather is set to improve tomorrow with sunny spells forecast for Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
What's the weather like at your place right now?

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2179 days ago

Severe thunderstorm watch for Marlborough and Nelson

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Scattered thunderstorms are expected to develop about inland and northern parts of Nelson and Marlborough this afternoon and early evening. Some of these storms may be slow moving and SEVERE, producing localised rainfall rates of 10 to 25mm/hr and possibly more, also hail of 10 to 20mm diameter … View moreScattered thunderstorms are expected to develop about inland and northern parts of Nelson and Marlborough this afternoon and early evening. Some of these storms may be slow moving and SEVERE, producing localised rainfall rates of 10 to 25mm/hr and possibly more, also hail of 10 to 20mm diameter with the possibility of large hail accumulations. Expect thunderstorm activity to ease later this evening.
Keep updated here

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2180 days ago

Marlon Williams in Upper Moutere

Eccles Entertainment

In celebration of his three wins at this year’s VNZMA’s for Album of the Year, Best Solo Artist and Best Video, Marlon Williams has just added five new shows in addition to his performance with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra at Villa Maria Winery.

Where: Neudorf Vineyard
When: Friday … View more
In celebration of his three wins at this year’s VNZMA’s for Album of the Year, Best Solo Artist and Best Video, Marlon Williams has just added five new shows in addition to his performance with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra at Villa Maria Winery.

Where: Neudorf Vineyard
When: Friday 8th February 2019

Ticketmaster members pre-sale runs from 12.00pm NZ on Thursday 22nd November for 24 hours from www.ticketmaster.co.nz

General public tickets on sale 12.00pm NZ Friday 23rd November from www.ticketmaster.co.nz and also from the venue.
Find out more!

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2180 days ago

Garden Diary 2019 early bird offer!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Use the diary to keep track of your garden’s progress throughout the seasons. Record what you’ve sown, grown and harvested each month, and plan ahead with timely checklists of key garden chores for beginners and expert gardeners. It's also packed with handy horticultural hints, … View moreUse the diary to keep track of your garden’s progress throughout the seasons. Record what you’ve sown, grown and harvested each month, and plan ahead with timely checklists of key garden chores for beginners and expert gardeners. It's also packed with handy horticultural hints, troubleshooting tips and delicious seasonal recipes so you can make the most of your homegrown harvests. Order before the official on-sale date for $11.90 (save $4). Early bird special price runs until November 25, 2018.

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2180 days ago

Need ham for Christmas?

Farmlands

Spend $1,000 in a single transaction on selected products at Farmlands and get a FREE half ham on the bone. Find out more!

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2181 days ago

Record breaking cocaine seizure

Social Media Advisor from New Zealand Police

A joint international operation involving Australian Federal Police and New Zealand Customs Service has resulted in the arrest of a 41-year-old Sydney man and the seizure of approximately 190kg of cocaine making it New Zealand's largest cocaine seizure.

On Monday, 20 August 2018, a container … View more
A joint international operation involving Australian Federal Police and New Zealand Customs Service has resulted in the arrest of a 41-year-old Sydney man and the seizure of approximately 190kg of cocaine making it New Zealand's largest cocaine seizure.

On Monday, 20 August 2018, a container listed as a shipment of bananas arrived in Auckland, New Zealand, on a vessel from Balboa, Panama.

New Zealand Customs and Police inspected the container and found five duffel bags on top of the banana boxes, which contained 190 blocks of cocaine each weighing around a kilogram that had been wrapped in packaging tape.

🍌 B-A-N-A-N-A-S! 🍌

Anyone who wants to report illegal drug activity can contact their nearest Police station or you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

More here: www.police.govt.nz...

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2182 days ago

We've joined Neighbourly!

The Team from New Zealand Police

Kia ora neighbours,

We wanted to let you know that New Zealand Police have now joined Neighbourly! We're happy to be here!

Other than occasionally posting cute pictures of our canine friends, we plan to share with you the latest happenings in your community and around the country - as we… View more
Kia ora neighbours,

We wanted to let you know that New Zealand Police have now joined Neighbourly! We're happy to be here!

Other than occasionally posting cute pictures of our canine friends, we plan to share with you the latest happenings in your community and around the country - as we work together to create safer communities.

Please remember our Neighbourly page and private messages are not monitored by Police and are not the place to report crimes - IN AN EMERGENCY, DIAL 111.

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2182 days ago

Resene summer weekend project!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Blenheim

Add some colour to your barbecue table this summer! Get stuck into making these easy coasters using masking tape and Resene paint. Choose your favourite colour combinations and shapes. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to … View moreAdd some colour to your barbecue table this summer! Get stuck into making these easy coasters using masking tape and Resene paint. Choose your favourite colour combinations and shapes. 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.

2183 days ago

Christmas made easy with Farmlands

Farmlands

Win up to $1000* of your shop back with Farmlands!

Spend $150 or more on your Farmlands Card between 1 November 2018 and 15 December 2018 at participating Card Partners to go in the draw to win. Plus, check out the Farmlands Gift Guide to find gift ideas for all the family.

Find out where to… View more
Win up to $1000* of your shop back with Farmlands!

Spend $150 or more on your Farmlands Card between 1 November 2018 and 15 December 2018 at participating Card Partners to go in the draw to win. Plus, check out the Farmlands Gift Guide to find gift ideas for all the family.

Find out where to shop this Christmas: www.farmlands.co.nz/christmas

*Terms and Conditions apply.
Find out more!

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2183 days ago

Summit Marlborough Heritage Festival - thank you!

The Team from Marlborough Museum

The Summit Marlborough Heritage Festival is now finished for another year. Thank you to everyone who participated in our events and those who volunteered at them - they would not be possible without you. The festival is always held from mid-October to mid-November, so mark you diaries for next year… View moreThe Summit Marlborough Heritage Festival is now finished for another year. Thank you to everyone who participated in our events and those who volunteered at them - they would not be possible without you. The festival is always held from mid-October to mid-November, so mark you diaries for next year and we look forward to seeing you at the events. They will be advertised closer to the time.

2184 days ago

Poll: Causing a stink?

Paula Hulburt Reporter from Marlborough Express

A summer football programme for children has been delayed after the Marlborough A&P show as there is still some manure about which could be a health risk. Was this the right thing to do or are council being over cautious?

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Causing a stink?
  • 31.3% Yes, you can't be too careful when it comes to your family's health
    31.3% Complete
  • 68.8% No, there's no need to ban all play as long as people are aware of the situation
    68.8% Complete
32 votes
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