Wairau & Waihopai Valleys, Wairau Valley

2254 days ago

Is yours one of the 2900 homes that didn't fill their Census forms out online?

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

Did Census staff contact you to get your forms filled out?



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2255 days ago

Poll: Should selling whitebait be banned?

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

Whitebait populations are in decline and yet whitebait is the only fish recreational fishers can legally sell.

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Should selling whitebait be banned?
  • 39.1% Selling whitebait should be banned
    39.1% Complete
  • 34.4% A catch limit should be put in place
    34.4% Complete
  • 6.3% The whitebaiting season should be shorter
    6.3% Complete
  • 12.5% Whitebaiting should be banned on alternate seasons
    12.5% Complete
  • 7.8% There is no problem with the current system
    7.8% Complete
64 votes
2255 days ago

Rate your doctor and win $3,000!

Whitecoat

Have you received some great service from your local GP? What about a dentist or optometrist? Leave a review for them on the Whitecoat website and be in to win $3,000.

Whitecoat is all about helping Kiwis make more informed decisions about their healthcare providers.
Find out more

2255 days ago

Poll: Is it okay for neighbours to use your rubbish bin?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There has been a lot of discussions lately about the neighbourly etiquette when it comes to rubbish bins. We're sure everyone has had a moment when their bin is full on collection day and the question arises around what to do with the rest of the rubbish. We're keen to hear what you … View moreThere has been a lot of discussions lately about the neighbourly etiquette when it comes to rubbish bins. We're sure everyone has had a moment when their bin is full on collection day and the question arises around what to do with the rest of the rubbish. We're keen to hear what you think - is it okay to put rubbish in a neighbour's bin?

Is it fair game to use a neighbour's bin if it's out on the street? Vote in the poll below!

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Is it okay for neighbours to use your rubbish bin?
  • 15.8% No it's not okay!
    15.8% Complete
  • 52.8% It's okay if they ask first
    52.8% Complete
  • 30.7% Doesn't bother me
    30.7% Complete
  • 0.6% I have no opinion
    0.6% Complete
5566 votes
2255 days ago

Have your say on Trade for All

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

We want to help all New Zealanders benefit from trade wherever they are. That’s why the Government is consulting New Zealanders to develop a Trade for All policy. We want to hear your views on trade policy and what matters most to you. Take our short poll, share your comments or make a submission… View moreWe want to help all New Zealanders benefit from trade wherever they are. That’s why the Government is consulting New Zealanders to develop a Trade for All policy. We want to hear your views on trade policy and what matters most to you. Take our short poll, share your comments or make a submission here.

- How can trade support sustainable economic development that takes into account the impact on our environment?
- How can trade benefit our regions and support women, Maori and small and medium enterprises to succeed globally?

Come to a public meeting or hui. You can find the details and register here.
Find more information about Trade for All and our current trade policy at www.haveyoursay.mfat.govt.nz

Have your say on Trade for All. Submissions close on 14 October 2018.
Have your say

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2263 days ago

Beaver Rd signs: Confusing or clear?

Chloe Ranford Reporter from Marlborough Express

New road markings have been painted on Beaver Rd and Carr St. It's hoped they'll encourage cyclists more towards the center of the road, and remind drivers to slow down. What do you think of them?

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2256 days ago

Meet the Bird Whisperer

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Most of us enjoy just listening to birds but for Tim Lovegrove, talking to birds is as normal as chatting over coffee with friends.

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2256 days ago

Motorcyclist awareness month

The Team from Marlborough District Council

September is the start of the riding season, which means the number of motorbike riders on our roads will double. Marlborough District Council is joining ACC to encourage drivers and riders to look out for each other on the road.

Last year 46 motorcyclists were killed and 7,372 motorcyclists … View more
September is the start of the riding season, which means the number of motorbike riders on our roads will double. Marlborough District Council is joining ACC to encourage drivers and riders to look out for each other on the road.

Last year 46 motorcyclists were killed and 7,372 motorcyclists received treatment and support from ACC. The cost of motorcycle-related claims was more than $94 million, but the real cost is to the rider, their families and their friends.

29 motorcyclists have already been killed on the roads this year.

For more information about Motorcycle Awareness Month visit motorcycleawareness.co.nz
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2256 days ago

It’s biscuit time, get yours now!

Girl Guiding New Zealand

GirlGuiding NZ is bigger than a biscuit! Your purchase goes towards providing Kiwi girls and young women with hands on experiences that allow them to discover their potential, develop confidence and skills, participate in our quality educational programmes and contribute to their communities now … View moreGirlGuiding NZ is bigger than a biscuit! Your purchase goes towards providing Kiwi girls and young women with hands on experiences that allow them to discover their potential, develop confidence and skills, participate in our quality educational programmes and contribute to their communities now and in the future.

Find out where the Girl Guides will be in Nelson and Marlborough or buy online!

For more information on Guiding go to www.girlguidingnz.org.nz
Get your biscuits here!

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2256 days ago

Who looks after your children?

Alice Angeloni Reporter from Marlborough Express

Daycare centres, home-based child care, family members or babysitters.
It's tough enough finding care for your toddler, but how about your school age children, who's looking after your kids?

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2256 days ago

Severe weather warning - wild winds, snow and ferry cancellations

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A spring storm bringing gales and snow to parts of New Zealand has disrupted Cook Strait ferries, closed skifields in the south, and caused slips in Wellington.

MetService has issued the following warning for the eastern coast of Marlborough
Valid: 17 hours from 1:00pm Monday to 6:00am Tuesday
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A spring storm bringing gales and snow to parts of New Zealand has disrupted Cook Strait ferries, closed skifields in the south, and caused slips in Wellington.

MetService has issued the following warning for the eastern coast of Marlborough
Valid: 17 hours from 1:00pm Monday to 6:00am Tuesday
Forecast: Gale southerlies are expected to develop this morning, then rise to severe gale gusting 120km/h in exposed places during this time.

"Currently most of the rain we're getting is through Canterbury and Marlborough, and we're also expecting snow to about 300 metres there," MetService meteorologist Philippa Murdoch said. Snow was expected to fall to about 300m through to evening in southern Marlborough.

The New Zealand Transport Agency advised drivers to pass with care and expect some delays.

FERRIES: Bluebridge cancelled its 2pm sailing from Picton and 1.30pm from Wellington due to the weather.

Click here for continued updates.

2257 days ago

Spend a week in one of our holiday homes for free!

Manchester Unity Friendly Society

We're celebrating our launch on Neighbourly! Join Manchester Unity during September, October or November 2018 and take out a funeral benefit or join one of our medical schemes and be in the draw to spend a week in one of our holiday homes for free!*

Request a new member pack and start … View more
We're celebrating our launch on Neighbourly! Join Manchester Unity during September, October or November 2018 and take out a funeral benefit or join one of our medical schemes and be in the draw to spend a week in one of our holiday homes for free!*

Request a new member pack and start enjoying all the benefits of being a member of one of the oldest organisations in New Zealand.

- Enjoy kiwi holiday homes
- Meet like-minded people
- Save money
- Protect your family’s health
- Receive kids’ scholarships
- Enjoy togetherness

Use our national network of branches. We have 26 branches nationwide that we call Lodges. The Lodge is where we meet to organise projects that help local members, discuss the local and national business of Manchester Unity, learn meeting skills and get together with friends.

* dates subject to availability
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2260 days ago

Trouble finding a GP?

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

Doctors in Marlborough have closed their books to new patients again, as the population continues to outstrip GP supply.
Have you had difficulty seeing a GP?

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2259 days ago

10 acts of kindness to do this Random Acts of Kindness day

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Have you held the door open for someone this year? Or paid for someone's coffee? If you haven't, this weekend is your chance to. Tomorrow people all over the country will be getting involved in spreading kindness on Random Acts of Kindness Day.

Here are ten things you can do on Random … View more
Have you held the door open for someone this year? Or paid for someone's coffee? If you haven't, this weekend is your chance to. Tomorrow people all over the country will be getting involved in spreading kindness on Random Acts of Kindness Day.

Here are ten things you can do on Random Acts of Kindness Day that will spread a bit of joy to others and make life that little bit easier.

1. Hold the door open for someone.
2. Pay for someone else's morning coffee.
3. Do some baking and drop it at a neighbour's house.
4. Pay for a stranger's parking
5. Take an extra minute of your day to chat with someone who needs it.
6. Send flowers to someone you love.
7. Give up your seat on busy public transport.
8. Donate groceries and clothes to charity.
9. Offer to help someone who needs it.
10. Smile.

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2259 days ago

Get in the to draw win this car!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This month we're giving away a car. Not just any car, but a brand new Suzuki Vitara worth $30,690 to one lucky member. To make sure you're in the draw just click the button below - it's that easy. Good luck! Winner

T&Cs apply.
Put me in the draw!

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