Ocean Vine Hop
Enjoy the gastronomic combination of local seafood, wine and beer in beautiful Marlborough, at this brand new R18 festival.
With celebrity chefs including Jax Hamilton, in the New Zealand King Salmon Culinary Marquee combining culinary master classes, tastings and demonstrations, together with stalls offering beer, wine and other Marlborough produce, with tasty menus to choose from.
There is a stellar line up of main stage entertainment, bring your taste buds and your dancing shoes! Live Bands include Shane Cortese and The 8 Track Band, Jordan Luck Trio and Jason Kerrison.
PLUS enjoy pre and post-festival events and the excitement of a brand new competition… Dish of Marlborough
It’s the festival to kick start your summer! For more info visit www.oceanvinhop.co.nz... or like our facebook page.
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Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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60% Yes, supporting people is important!
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25.7% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.3% ... It is complicated
A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
If you multiply this number by any other number, the answer will always be the same. What number is this?
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
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