Farewell Spit, Collingwood

2308 days ago

Bay Dreams festival just the ticket

Barnaby Sharp Reporter from The Nelson Mail

The sold out sign has already gone up for Nelson's first Bay Dreams music festival. Is this a dream come true or the stuff of nightmares in terms of the noise and the impact on our roads and accommodation?

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2310 days ago

Water cut to Ruby Bay

Reporter The Nelson Mail

Water is expected to be cut from houses on Stafford Drive, between Tait St and Mapua School, from 10am until 2pm on Wednesday 12 September, while repairs are carried out on a burst water main.

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2310 days ago

It's not too late to get in the draw!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

One lucky Neighbourly member is going to pulling into their driveway in this shiny new Suzuki Vitara worth $30,690. Just a few more days to enter. All it takes is a single click. Get in the draw now!

T&Cs apply.
Put me in the draw!

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2310 days ago

Intelligence Specialist (Case Officer)

New Zealand Security Intelligence Services

Unique Opportunity!

Are you looking to transfer your skills to a whole new career? This might be the career you dreamt of and never knew existed!

Ever wanted to be someone different? Like a challenge and can keep a secret? Your mission should you choose to accept it, is to apply now.
Find out more

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2314 days ago

The September issue of Health News is out.

Stephanie Gray from Nelson Marlborough Health

The September issue of Health News is out now in your community papers.
This month:
Let's talk about...pregnancy and parenting
The top 5 to help your baby thrive
The Marlborough Community Health Hub expands its healthcare services.

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2314 days ago

Do you know a Budding Young Gardener?

Yates

We’re looking for young gardeners (aged 5-15 years) who love getting into the garden, whether it’s growing fruit and veggies or flowers for the butterflies and bees. A Yates Budding Young Gardener may have been gardening for a few years and know how to sow seeds, rustle up a few radishes and… View moreWe’re looking for young gardeners (aged 5-15 years) who love getting into the garden, whether it’s growing fruit and veggies or flowers for the butterflies and bees. A Yates Budding Young Gardener may have been gardening for a few years and know how to sow seeds, rustle up a few radishes and turn lemons into lemonade. Or even just starting out!

Yates Budding Young Gardener will become a Yates brand ambassador for one year AND win an amazing family trip for four, to the Gold Coast, Australia.

The five day trip will include flights, accommodation, a rental car and tickets to the Queensland Gardening Expo (if travelling in July) and a three day pass to Gold Coast theme parks - Warner Bros. Movie World, Sea World and Wet ‘n’ Wild.

The competition is open to all keen gardeners aged 5-15 years. Entries close 17th September - so enter your Budding Young Gardener now!
Enter now

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2315 days ago

Poll: If you had to look for a new job tomorrow, would you be ready?

Paul McGregor from Adult Learning Support

Looking for a new job can be stressful. If you could use some help, our Work Fit course in Motueka might be just what you need. It's a free 10-week course for people who aren't sure where to start with the job hunt.

Why join?
- Write a CV and cover letter you're proud of
- … View more
Looking for a new job can be stressful. If you could use some help, our Work Fit course in Motueka might be just what you need. It's a free 10-week course for people who aren't sure where to start with the job hunt.

Why join?
- Write a CV and cover letter you're proud of
- Identify the skills you can offer employers
- Use our laptops to apply for jobs
- Be more confident in interviews
- Meet some other job hunters like you.
Find out more!

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If you had to look for a new job tomorrow, would you be ready?
  • 41.2% Yes - I would welcome the challenge
    41.2% Complete
  • 58.8% No - I could use some help
    58.8% Complete
17 votes
2317 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

2317 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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2318 days ago

Share your tomato-growing tips, and win a prize!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We are looking for great tomato growing tips and/or photos of your tomato harvest from last year. Do you have a piece of tomato growing wisdom to share with other New Zealand gardeners? Maybe a variety that does well for you, a way to treat or prevent diseases, or a recipe for homemade fertiliser. … View moreWe are looking for great tomato growing tips and/or photos of your tomato harvest from last year. Do you have a piece of tomato growing wisdom to share with other New Zealand gardeners? Maybe a variety that does well for you, a way to treat or prevent diseases, or a recipe for homemade fertiliser. Or do you have an amazing photo to share ... like this one from tomato enthusiast Minette Tonoli. Email us your tip (mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz) and/or share your pic in the comments... if we publish your tip or your photo we will send you a free copy of NZ Gardener magazine!

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2319 days ago

Poll: Have you experienced loneliness?

Sally Kidson Reporter from The Nelson Mail

The Nelson Mail has launched a series looking at loneliness and social isolation. It is a major issue facing society, with huge social and economic impacts.

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Have you experienced loneliness?
  • 40% Rarely.
    40% Complete
  • 35% Sometimes. (Comment below)
    35% Complete
  • 20% Often. (Comment below)
    20% Complete
  • 5% Do you know good ways to combat loneliness (Comment below).
    5% Complete
20 votes
2319 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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2322 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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2321 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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2324 days ago

Waimea Community Dam project cancelled

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Tasman District Council has decided increased costs for the Waimea Community Dam are unaffordable for ratepayers, meaning the project in its current form will not proceed.

“Unfortunately the additional costs are too high and the Council has decided it must look at other options for … View more
The Tasman District Council has decided increased costs for the Waimea Community Dam are unaffordable for ratepayers, meaning the project in its current form will not proceed.

“Unfortunately the additional costs are too high and the Council has decided it must look at other options for resolving our serious summer water shortages” Tasman Mayor Richard Kempthorne said.

“Water conservation is going to be increasingly important from now on, so we’ll be looking at education and information for the public on how to reduce their summer water use. We would encourage businesses and industry to think about their operations and develop Water Shortage Plans in preparation for possible summer restrictions.”

Urgent work on an alternative to the dam to secure the urban water supply would need to begin immediately. In the meantime, significant water take cuts are required by both urban and rural water users until another solution is developed.

Source: Tasman District Council Press Release via Scoop Media
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