951 days ago

Are most volunteers retired?

Hannah Cunningham from Volunteer Marlborough

A lot of people think that volunteers are mostly retired, but when we looked at our stats recently, we found out that only 14% of new volunteers in Marlborough are retired. Interestingly, the biggest group was people who are in full-time employment (24%). ⁠

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For the stats nerds out there, here's the rest of the stats:⁠
People in part-time employment - 10% ⁠
Students - 10%⁠
Seeking employment - 15%⁠
Self-employed - 5%⁠
Not in paid employment by choice - 4%⁠
Rather not say - 9%⁠
Other - 9%⁠
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2 days ago

Poll: Does the building consent process need to change?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We definitely need homes that are fit to live in but there are often frustrations when it comes to getting consent to modify your own home.
Do you think changes need made to the current process for building consent? Share your thoughts below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Does the building consent process need to change?
  • 91.7% Yes
    91.7% Complete
  • 8% No
    8% Complete
  • 0.3% Other - I'll share below!
    0.3% Complete
903 votes
2 hours ago

Keep your eyes peeled for Anzac Day flyovers

Jennifer Eder Reporter from Marlborough Express

The air force's P-8A Poseidon of No. 5 Squadron will cross over Marlborough, from Kaikōura to Blenheim, Havelock, and on to Nelson, on the morning of Anzac Day. Click the Read More button for timings.

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