Picton - Waikawa, Picton

1055 days ago

Did you know?

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Marlborough

The Graeme Dingle Foundation became an established charity over 25 years ago? In 1995 Sir Graeme Dingle and Jo-anne Wilkinson, Lady Dingle had a vision to improve Aotearoa New Zealand’s negative youth statistics.

Find out more through the link below.

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1055 days ago

Networking and mini training next Wednesday

Jyn from Volunteer Marlborough

Calling all managers and leaders of volunteers: our first MoVERS* meeting of the year is on next Wednesday at 12 noon.
This month, we'll be having a chat about recruiting volunteers - how we do it, why it matters how we do it, how to craft eye catching role descriptions, and the use of social… View more
Calling all managers and leaders of volunteers: our first MoVERS* meeting of the year is on next Wednesday at 12 noon.
This month, we'll be having a chat about recruiting volunteers - how we do it, why it matters how we do it, how to craft eye catching role descriptions, and the use of social media.

This event will take place ONLINE and is open to all managers, leaders, and coordinators of volunteers. Please feel free to enjoy your lunch during the meeting; we know you're all very busy!

Event will be held VIA ZOOM; a link will be sent out to people who have registered.

* MoVERS = Managers of Volunteers - Education, Resources, Support.

1056 days ago

Is Hokitika the friendliest town in NZ?

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
Hokitika has been named the most welcoming town in NZ in Booking.com's 10th annual Traveller Review Awards.
Would be keen to hear from those who live there or who have visited whether they think the town really is exceptionally friendly. What makes it a welcoming place, or … View more
Hi everyone,
Hokitika has been named the most welcoming town in NZ in Booking.com's 10th annual Traveller Review Awards.
Would be keen to hear from those who live there or who have visited whether they think the town really is exceptionally friendly. What makes it a welcoming place, or otherwise? Were there any cafes, restaurants, shops or other places you received a particularly warm welcome?
Lake Tekapo and Oamaru came in second and third place respectively, followed by Cambridge, Picton, Invercargill, Martinborough, Kerikeri and Palmerston North. Would also love to hear from you if you have thoughts on these places. Please include 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you don't want it to appear in a travel article.
Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts?

1056 days ago

Have you visited this pristine lake?

Jennifer Eder Reporter from Marlborough Express

Rotomairewhenua, also known as Blue Lake, about 30 kilometres southwest of St Arnaud, has the clearest recorded natural freshwater in the world. DOC warden Kylie Batt is the lake's new guardian, with a big job ahead as microscopic algae "lake snot" has been found there this summer.

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1056 days ago

Happy Chinese New Year

Jyn from Volunteer Marlborough

新年快乐 / Happy New Year to our friends and family celebrating the Chinese New Year (春节)!
We wish you all the best for this new year and hope you are blessed with good luck!

1056 days ago

Welcome to the year of the Tiger!

The Team from NZ Compare

The Tiger represents bravery and strength, so this Lunar New Year, we’d like to offer you the chance to WIN 1 of 3 $50 Prezzy Cards, to spend at your local café, takeaway or restaurant!

Our locals have been doing it tough but remaining resilient, brave and strong through the last year. … View more
The Tiger represents bravery and strength, so this Lunar New Year, we’d like to offer you the chance to WIN 1 of 3 $50 Prezzy Cards, to spend at your local café, takeaway or restaurant!

Our locals have been doing it tough but remaining resilient, brave and strong through the last year. Let's go show them some love Neighbours!

Click 'read more' below to head over to the NZ Compare Facebook page and leave a comment on our Lunar Post telling us what awesome local you'd support if you won.

We hope this Chinese New Year will be filled with happiness, prosperity, and many precious moments with your loved ones.

Entries close midnight 8th February 2022.

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1058 days ago

Marlborough Blog post

Christopher from Blenheim

I maintain a personal blog and local website about Marlborough. (Sometimes I have people think I'm the Marlborough Express, as they don't think an individual could write so much 😀, or that I'm funded by MDC. I'm not.)
Last week a former journalist contacted me with an offer … View more
I maintain a personal blog and local website about Marlborough. (Sometimes I have people think I'm the Marlborough Express, as they don't think an individual could write so much 😀, or that I'm funded by MDC. I'm not.)
Last week a former journalist contacted me with an offer to provide some content about local history. Then things got interesting in an unexpected way.
www.marlboroughonline.co.nz...

1060 days ago

Newsletter Sign Up

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Marlborough

Want to be the first to receive updates about our Foundation and how we continue to encourage tamariki and rangatahi to reach their full potential? It's simple, sign up to our monthly newsletter today 📰

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1060 days ago

Help for Tonga

Jennifer Eder Reporter from Marlborough Express

A Tongan Lord and a Samoan charity arrived in Blenheim on Thursday to help Marlborough's Tongan community organise shipping containers to fill with food and water donations next week, to help the stricken islands recover from the volcanic eruption and tsunami.

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1061 days ago

Calling all small businesses!

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Neighbourly Premium enables you to grow a strong presence in your community, connecting you with thousands of … View more
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1061 days ago

Have you got New Zealand's best shed?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for the country's best shed! Send in the photos and stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The Resene Shed of the Year 2022 winners will receive prizes worth more than … View moreOnce again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for the country's best shed! Send in the photos and stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The Resene Shed of the Year 2022 winners will receive prizes worth more than $2200. Just tell us in writing why your garden shed is New Zealand's best, and send up to five high-quality photos. Email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close Feb 27, 2022.

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1061 days ago

Fires now prohibited in Marlborough District

The Neighbourly Team

As of the 27th of January, fires are unable to be lit in Marlborough District including the Department of Conservation land.

This change from restricted to prohibited has been made due to the hot and dry weather in the region causing high fire danger.

Marlborough District Manager Grant … View more
As of the 27th of January, fires are unable to be lit in Marlborough District including the Department of Conservation land.

This change from restricted to prohibited has been made due to the hot and dry weather in the region causing high fire danger.

Marlborough District Manager Grant Haywood has advised on the situation and says '"We’re urging the public to avoid any activity that could cause a spark in dry areas, such as welding, grinding or parking vehicles in long, dry grass."

He advises that fires will begin easily in this climate and will be very difficult to extinguish.

"Check any old fires to ensure they are fully extinguished. Rake them out and apply water to be absolutely sure."

Here's what you need to know:
- Open-air fires are banned in Marlborough District including DOC land.
- Parking vehicles in long grass is a risk at this time.
- Activities that involve fire such as welding and grinding are to be avoided.

To check if your planned activity is allowed, and for fire safety advice, go to www.checkitsalright.nz...

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1062 days ago

Tamariki Talks - Fun Challenges

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Marlborough

As the holidays wind down for our tamariki and the countdown to school begins, we thought we'd share some fun challenges for them to try at home! 👍

Whether it's a toilet paper challenge or trying to make a snowglobe, we have the a challenge for them! Can your tamariki conquer them … View more
As the holidays wind down for our tamariki and the countdown to school begins, we thought we'd share some fun challenges for them to try at home! 👍

Whether it's a toilet paper challenge or trying to make a snowglobe, we have the a challenge for them! Can your tamariki conquer them all?

1064 days ago

Marlborough moves into red

Jennifer Eder Reporter from Marlborough Express

The change in traffic light level has affected some upcoming events. The South Island Cheese Festival set for February 5 has been postponed, as has the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre's Mosquito Day that was set for February 12. The Crusaders versus Hurricanes game at Lansdowne Park will … View moreThe change in traffic light level has affected some upcoming events. The South Island Cheese Festival set for February 5 has been postponed, as has the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre's Mosquito Day that was set for February 12. The Crusaders versus Hurricanes game at Lansdowne Park will instead happen 'behind closed doors' in Christchurch, and the Waihopai Spy Base Protest has been cancelled for the first time since 1988. Elsewhere in the south, cancellations include Christchurch's Great Kiwi Beer Festival, Warbirds over Wānaka, and the New Zealand Masters Games in Dunedin. How are you coping with the move to red?

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1067 days ago

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The peak property buying and selling season is here and after the record-breaking warmth of … View more
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