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2323 days ago

Wee wonders

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

In our new 'We wonders' series we ask little children big questions.
First off, Witherlea School's room 17
Question: If you could live in a house shaped like anything, what would it be?
See their answers in the Saturday Express this weekend.

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2323 days ago

How will the new 10-year transport plan affect you?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hey Auckland,

What do you think about the Government's new 10-year transport plan? Although the rest of the country is set to benefit from transport investment, it's a double-whammy for Aucklanders. Locals will now have to face petrol price hikes as well as the newly approved regional … View more
Hey Auckland,

What do you think about the Government's new 10-year transport plan? Although the rest of the country is set to benefit from transport investment, it's a double-whammy for Aucklanders. Locals will now have to face petrol price hikes as well as the newly approved regional fuel tax.

How will this affect you and your family? Are you for or against the new plan? Will the petrol price hikes force you to use more public transport? Let us know in the replies!

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2330 days ago

Poll: Who's up for a week-long CBD dog amnesty?

Ian Allen Reporter from Marlborough Express

Well, it's official. Blenheim is hosting the Black Hawk National Dog Show next year. That's right, Blenheim, the town that doesn't allow dogs in the CBD. Should we say 'to hell with it' and let dogs in the town centre that week of October?
Here's the story in case … View more
Well, it's official. Blenheim is hosting the Black Hawk National Dog Show next year. That's right, Blenheim, the town that doesn't allow dogs in the CBD. Should we say 'to hell with it' and let dogs in the town centre that week of October?
Here's the story in case you haven't seen it. www.stuff.co.nz...
Feel free to comment with other ideas. Some comments may be used in a story.

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Who's up for a week-long CBD dog amnesty?
  • 1.9% Yay - just for the week
    1.9% Complete
  • 32.4% Yes - but only on a lead
    32.4% Complete
  • 36.2% Yes - let them in all the time
    36.2% Complete
  • 26.7% No - dog ban works fine
    26.7% Complete
  • 2.9% No - they'll poo everywhere
    2.9% Complete
105 votes
2323 days ago

Winter gardening

Rick from Wairau & Waihopai Valleys

Sharp gardening is now taking bookings for the winter spray programme. Fruit trees, roses, berries, citrus. Autumn clean-ups. Time to get ready for the coming spring. Phone Rick, (03) 572 2882, 020 408 96037.

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2324 days ago

Nelson Marlborough Health to reduce services during workers' strikes

Stephanie Gray from Nelson Marlborough Health

Nelson Marlborough Health (NMH) is preparing to close most elective services provided at Nelson and Wairau hospitals on Thursday 5 & 12 July 2018 due to nationwide strikes by nurses, midwives and healthcare assistants who are covered by the New Zealand Nurses Organisation (NZNO) collective … View moreNelson Marlborough Health (NMH) is preparing to close most elective services provided at Nelson and Wairau hospitals on Thursday 5 & 12 July 2018 due to nationwide strikes by nurses, midwives and healthcare assistants who are covered by the New Zealand Nurses Organisation (NZNO) collective employment agreement.
Strike notices have been received for:
Thursday 5 July, from 7am (ending 7am 6 July).
and Thursday 12 July, from 7am (ending 7am 13 July).
Read more here on our website www.nmdhb.govt.nz...

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2324 days ago

If you're flying today - you might be delayed

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Passengers travelling on all flights at Auckland Airport domestic terminal were off-loaded from their planes after a security breach this morning.

Aviation Security has started re-screening passengers but there will be flight delays. Please check with your airline to see whether your flight is … View more
Passengers travelling on all flights at Auckland Airport domestic terminal were off-loaded from their planes after a security breach this morning.

Aviation Security has started re-screening passengers but there will be flight delays. Please check with your airline to see whether your flight is affected.

Read the full story here.
Image: Stuff

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2324 days ago

Bring a friend for free!

Marlborough Home & Garden Show

It’s all about ideas at the Marlborough Home & Garden Show on 6-8 July. Here’s your chance to check out the latest trends with over 100 exhibitors with our BUY 1 GET 1 FREE ADULT TICKET OFFER. Check out the ‘Ask an Expert’ sessions for help on your next home improvement or landscaping … View moreIt’s all about ideas at the Marlborough Home & Garden Show on 6-8 July. Here’s your chance to check out the latest trends with over 100 exhibitors with our BUY 1 GET 1 FREE ADULT TICKET OFFER. Check out the ‘Ask an Expert’ sessions for help on your next home improvement or landscaping project. Plus, be in to win an Electric Fold-Up Bike thanks to EziRider.

Save the date in your diaries; 6 - 8 July 2018
Friday & Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 10am-4pm
Marlborough Lines Stadium 2000

Adults $5
Gold Card Friday $2.5
Under 16 Free
Get your tickets here!

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2325 days ago

Tips for starting your own pest-control group

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Our top tips for starting a pest-control group in your neighbourhood.

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2326 days ago

Do you need some paper?

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

Arrived at work this morning to find a sea of newspaper ends in the kitchen.
We sell these at reception so pop in anytime and grab a roll - great for kids projects, covering tables, packing .... the list goes on.
Most rolls cost $8.

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2326 days ago

Emergency supplies in vehicle

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

In some emergencies you may be stranded in your vehicle for some time. A flood, snow storm or major traffic accident could make it impossible to proceed.

What emergency supplies do you have in your vehicle?

www.happens.nz...

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2326 days ago

Poll: What do you wear in the garden?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Check out Get Growing subscriber Clare Strange's genius hack for a gardening apron. It was made from a pair of jeans from an op shop. "All of my gardening clothes come from op shops," she says. "Large men's shirts make good cover-ups to keep sun and insects off my arms. For… View moreCheck out Get Growing subscriber Clare Strange's genius hack for a gardening apron. It was made from a pair of jeans from an op shop. "All of my gardening clothes come from op shops," she says. "Large men's shirts make good cover-ups to keep sun and insects off my arms. For the apron, start with a smaller size than you would wear so it doesn't wrap around too far. Check that it has a lot of pockets." So tell us if you've got similarly fashionable, exclusive-for-the-garden glad rags, and if yes, why not post a photo in the Reply space too!

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What do you wear in the garden?
  • 69% I have something upcycled from old stuff.
    69% Complete
  • 5% I bought something especially.
    5% Complete
  • 26.1% No! I like gardening in the buff!
    26.1% Complete
422 votes
2326 days ago

Pic of the day

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

What an amazing cloud formation over the Wither Hills today. This photo was taken by our photographer Ricky Wilson.

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2326 days ago

Your chance to help plan Warkworth's expansion

Communications Team from Auckland Council

The council is keen to hear the community’s ideas on how land use and infrastructure might be laid out surrounding Warkworth.

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2337 days ago

Poll: Chokos: what to do with a bumper crop?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Here's a question from a reader of NZ Gardener, Ash in Whangamomona, who wants to know what to do with 100kg of chokos! He's looking for ideas to manage a bumper choko crop. And feel free to share more ideas in the Reply space.

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Chokos: what to do with a bumper crop?
  • 61.6% Give them to your friends
    61.6% Complete
  • 17.1% Give them to your enemies
    17.1% Complete
  • 6.6% Preserve (Reply to tell us how)
    6.6% Complete
  • 14.7% Throw them in your compost
    14.7% Complete
890 votes
2328 days ago

The latest in the fight against kauri dieback

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Science offers hope, and you can help by taking part in a citizen science project - link to Kauri Rescue in the story.

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