Wairau & Waihopai Valleys, Wairau Valley

2247 days ago

Marlborough Heritage Movies

The Team from Marlborough Museum

Marlborough Heritage Movies in Picton - a series of cinematic gems airing from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on the 28th of October. A Picton Little Theatre and Picton Smart and Connected Heritage Event. This event is part of the Summit Marlborough Heritage Festival.
$5 tickets with a gold coin donation for … View more
Marlborough Heritage Movies in Picton - a series of cinematic gems airing from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on the 28th of October. A Picton Little Theatre and Picton Smart and Connected Heritage Event. This event is part of the Summit Marlborough Heritage Festival.
$5 tickets with a gold coin donation for afternoon tea.

Picton Little Theatre
9 Dublin Street
Picton

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2247 days ago

Marlborough Vintage Farm Machinery Open Day

The Team from Marlborough Museum

Marlborough Vintage Farm Machinery Open Day
28 October, 10-3.
Working displays of restored vintage machinery with Thomas the Tank Engine rides and morning tea, afternoon tea and lunches available. This event is part of the Summit Marlborough Heritage Festival.
Gold Coin Donation.

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2247 days ago

Elizabeth Lissaman Book Launch and Signing

The Team from Marlborough Museum

Meet the authors of Elizabeth Lissaman New Zealand's Pioneer Studio Potter at the book launch and signing. Jane Vial and Steve Austin will discuss Marlborough Museum's collection of Elizabeth Lissaman's work.
Sunday 28 October at 2 p.m., Marlborough Museum

Please RSVP by sending… View more
Meet the authors of Elizabeth Lissaman New Zealand's Pioneer Studio Potter at the book launch and signing. Jane Vial and Steve Austin will discuss Marlborough Museum's collection of Elizabeth Lissaman's work.
Sunday 28 October at 2 p.m., Marlborough Museum

Please RSVP by sending this page a message, or calling 5781712 by the 20th of October. This event is part of the Summit Marlborough Heritage Festival.

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2247 days ago

Guided Tour of the Edwin Fox

The Team from Marlborough Museum

Special Guided Tour of the Edwin Fox - discover the secrets of the Edwin Fox Ship with dynamic Manager Karen McLeod.
Saturday 27 October, 12 noon.

Bookings essential by Wednesday 24 October to info@edwinfoxship.nz

Edwin Fox Ship and Visitor Centre
1 Dunbar Wharf, Picton

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2247 days ago

Gold Coin Day at Edwin Fox

The Team from Marlborough Museum

Gold Coin Day at Edwin Fox. Visit the Edwin Fox Ship and Visitor Centre for a gold coin entry day. Discover this gem of international history if you have been waiting for the chance. We would be delighted if you could join us on the 20th of October from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Edwin Fox Ship and … View more
Gold Coin Day at Edwin Fox. Visit the Edwin Fox Ship and Visitor Centre for a gold coin entry day. Discover this gem of international history if you have been waiting for the chance. We would be delighted if you could join us on the 20th of October from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Edwin Fox Ship and Visitor Centre
1 Dunbar Wharf
Picton

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2247 days ago

Flaxbourne Then and Now

The Team from Marlborough Museum

Flaxbourne Then and Now: Out of despair comes opportunity.
Friday 19 October, 6 p.m. at Marlborough Museum

The presentation and discussion will include:
- Earthquake in 1855, and now; plans for Heritage Centre (concept plan).
- Shore Talk - stories and artefacts from the area
- Opportunity … View more
Flaxbourne Then and Now: Out of despair comes opportunity.
Friday 19 October, 6 p.m. at Marlborough Museum

The presentation and discussion will include:
- Earthquake in 1855, and now; plans for Heritage Centre (concept plan).
- Shore Talk - stories and artefacts from the area
- Opportunity for donations toward redevelopment

Please RSVP by Monday 15 Octover to info@marlboroughmuseum.org.nz
This event is part of the Summit Marlborough Heritage Festival.

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2247 days ago

Labour Day in New Zealand History

The Team from Marlborough Museum

Discover the real story with Brendon and Philippa Burns, and friends. Labour Day commemorates the struggle for the eight-hour working day and New Zealand workers were among the first in the world to claim this right.

Calling all workers and those who support them

Come and meet Samuel Parnell … View more
Discover the real story with Brendon and Philippa Burns, and friends. Labour Day commemorates the struggle for the eight-hour working day and New Zealand workers were among the first in the world to claim this right.

Calling all workers and those who support them

Come and meet Samuel Parnell (played by Brian MacNamara), the father of the eight-hour working day along with modern-day Marlborough workers toiling in our vineyards. Julie Neal from Thornhill and some RSE workers will be talking about current labour issues. This presentation celebrates Labour Day and the origins of the eight-hour working day whilst looking at current working conditions here in Marlborough.

Wine sponsored by Four Hawk Day Wine, refreshments provided. Gold coin entry
Join us at Marlborough Museum, 26 Arthur Baker Place, Blenheim at 6 p.m.
Thursday 18 October, 2018 at 6 p.m.

Please RSVP by Friday 12 October to info@marlboroughmuseum.org.nz
This event is part of the Summit Marlborough Heritage Festival.

Marlborough Museum
Brayshaw Heritage Park
26 Arthur Baker Place
Blenheim

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2247 days ago

The Wakamarina Goldfield in Marlborough History

The Team from Marlborough Museum

A Havelock Museum and Canvastown Settlers presentation of the Wakamarina Goldfield in Marlborough history.
Sunday 14 October, 2018 - all day event.
Speaker: Dr. Mike Johnston - geologist and historian. Author of Gold in a Tin Dish - a History of the Marlborough Goldfields. Speaking at 11:30 a.m.… View more
A Havelock Museum and Canvastown Settlers presentation of the Wakamarina Goldfield in Marlborough history.
Sunday 14 October, 2018 - all day event.
Speaker: Dr. Mike Johnston - geologist and historian. Author of Gold in a Tin Dish - a History of the Marlborough Goldfields. Speaking at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

RSVP to Havelock Museum and Cvastiwb Settlers association via vlh.armstrong@xtra.co.nz

This event is part of the Summit Marlborough Heritage Festival.
Held at Canvastown Memorial Hall, Canvastown (Wakamarina Road).

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2247 days ago

Elizabeth Lissaman Birthday Afternoon Tea

The Team from Marlborough Museum

Elizabeth Lissaman Birthday Afternoon Tea
New Zealand's Blenheim born pioneer studio potter was born on the 11th of October, 1901 and made pottery for 70 years, the longest working career of any New Zealand potter. Celebrate Elizabeth's birthday with us, as part of the Summit … View more
Elizabeth Lissaman Birthday Afternoon Tea
New Zealand's Blenheim born pioneer studio potter was born on the 11th of October, 1901 and made pottery for 70 years, the longest working career of any New Zealand potter. Celebrate Elizabeth's birthday with us, as part of the Summit Marlborough Heritage Festival!

Marlborough Museum
Brayshaw Heritage Park
26 Arthur Baker Place Blenheim

RSVP by Monday 8 October to info@marlboroughmuseum.org.nz

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2247 days ago

Classical Guitar Concert with Bruce Paine

The Team from Marlborough Museum

Classical Guitar Concert with Auckland Virtuoso Bruce Paine on Friday 9 November, 6 p.m in Old Tua Marina Church (Brayshaw Heritage Park). The concert will be followed by the launch of Bruce's latest CD, cash sales only. Bruce is a Radio NZ recording artist and increasingly internationally … View moreClassical Guitar Concert with Auckland Virtuoso Bruce Paine on Friday 9 November, 6 p.m in Old Tua Marina Church (Brayshaw Heritage Park). The concert will be followed by the launch of Bruce's latest CD, cash sales only. Bruce is a Radio NZ recording artist and increasingly internationally renowned composer to classical guitar. Tickets are $25.00, with advanced sales from Marlborough Museum.
Door sales available with cash only on the night - we anticipate that the concert will be sold out before then, so get your tickets early.
Email Marlborough Museum - info@marlboroughmuseum.org.nz
This event is part of the Summit Marlborough Heritage Festival.

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2247 days ago

Ukulele Workshop

The Team from Marlborough Museum

Ukulele Workshop with International Sensation Hugo Del Mar. Workshop for intermediate and advanced players: hits from the 60s and 70s. Cost $5.00 with pot luck lunch.
Bookings essential - contact Marlborough Museum at info@marlboroughmuseum.org.nz

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2247 days ago

Picton Heritage Plaques Unveiling

The Team from Marlborough Museum

Meet at Escape to Picton - 33 Wellington Street, Picton. Plaques to be unveiled at four different sites followed by a cup of tea at the Edwin Fox. This event is part of the Summit Marlborough Heritage Festival and will be held on Sunday the 14th of October at 2 p.m.

Please RSVP by Monday 8 … View more
Meet at Escape to Picton - 33 Wellington Street, Picton. Plaques to be unveiled at four different sites followed by a cup of tea at the Edwin Fox. This event is part of the Summit Marlborough Heritage Festival and will be held on Sunday the 14th of October at 2 p.m.

Please RSVP by Monday 8 October to info@pictonsmartandconnected.co.nz

2247 days ago

Edwin Fox Pirate School

The Team from Marlborough Museum

Arrrts and Craaarfts - free pirate training for children as part of the Summit Marlborough Heritage Festival!
13 October (Saturday) from 10am - 4pm at the Edwin Fox.

Edwin Fox
1 Dunbar Wharf, Picton

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2248 days ago

Good morning Marlborough

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

The chances are "one in a million", but New Zealand does have 30 million sheep.
Long-time farmer gets his first "quads".

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2248 days ago

Poll: Grasscycling

Chloe Ranford Reporter from Marlborough Express

Am I the only one who feels like their grass clippings are going to waste? What do you do with your grass clippings?

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Grasscycling
  • 65.6% Compost it.
    65.6% Complete
  • 15.6% Take it to the Waste Transfer Station.
    15.6% Complete
  • 0% Feed it to animals.
    0% Complete
  • 18.8% Put it in a kerbside bag.
    18.8% Complete
  • 0% Burn or bury it.
    0% Complete
32 votes
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