Picton - Waikawa, Picton

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1218 days ago

Dairies delivering daily necessities

Reporter Marlborough Express

If going to the supermarket for your daily bread and milk is too daunting during lockdown, you may want to consider supporting one of the small business owners who are still open. Many small dairies are operating on a one-in-one-out basis to supply essential goods.

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1219 days ago

Are you using our 2021 Garden Diary?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most … View more
Dear neighbours,

We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most useful, did you have enough space to write your notes, what have you scribbled on the pages? Did you clip your plant labels on them? Perhaps shoot a little video with your phone as you turn the pages. Your feedback will help us put together next year's diary.

Please email your comments and photos to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by this Friday, Aug 27. The five most helpful readers will each receive a free copy of the 2022 diary.

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1219 days ago

One to watch

Competenz

We love seeing our apprentices making waves in the industry.
Wade Peek was recently named Plastics Apprentice of the Year, is definitely one to watch. With two qualifications under his belt, he’s been earmarked as a future plastics industry leader.

He hopes to one day start his own … View more
We love seeing our apprentices making waves in the industry.
Wade Peek was recently named Plastics Apprentice of the Year, is definitely one to watch. With two qualifications under his belt, he’s been earmarked as a future plastics industry leader.

He hopes to one day start his own manufacturing business and says: "I really want to pass on what I have learnt to support apprentices in their training. I also want to be able to teach people outside of the plastics industry about what we do, as I truly believe we can't solve any of the really important environmental issues that surround plastic unless as many people as possible understand it."

If you are thinking of signing up for an apprenticeship, get in touch with us here

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1222 days ago

Tamariki Talks - Fun Challenges

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Marlborough

Teaching values and life skills to young Kiwis across Aotearoa is important so we want to make sure everyone has accessibility to Tamariki Talks no matter what level you are in. Tamariki Talks brings Kiwi Can to you!

Check out our Tamariki Talks Challenges offering a range of fun activities to … View more
Teaching values and life skills to young Kiwis across Aotearoa is important so we want to make sure everyone has accessibility to Tamariki Talks no matter what level you are in. Tamariki Talks brings Kiwi Can to you!

Check out our Tamariki Talks Challenges offering a range of fun activities to keep tamariki entertained, let us know how they go!

1222 days ago

Do you have a great rocket recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for rocket recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before Aug 31, 2021.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown Recipes.

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1222 days ago

Aotearoa, we’ll get through this together.

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1223 days ago

Digital Boost is here to help

Digital Boost

Lockdowns are tough for many in business, so let us share the load.

Whether it's setting up technology to keep your business running smoothly, or advice on working remotely.

Get in touch with us, we’d love to help.

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1223 days ago

Nominate your Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year!

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

Kia ora Marlborough neighbours!

We hope that you are safe and sound with your bubbles at home.

With two weeks to go until nominations close – it's time to lockdown your nomination for 2022 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year. We're looking for that special person in this community … View more
Kia ora Marlborough neighbours!

We hope that you are safe and sound with your bubbles at home.

With two weeks to go until nominations close – it's time to lockdown your nomination for 2022 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year. We're looking for that special person in this community – the one doing exceptional mahi to make Marlborough a better place.

Nominations close 31 August and only take 5 minutes.

Get in quick – www.nzawards.co.nz...

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1223 days ago

Remote computer support

Christopher from Create IT

If you've got an internet connection, but can't figure out how to do something on your computer, Create IT offers remote support.
Normally I provide it to support existing clients, and charge a minimum fee, but have a billing system can track time to the nearest minute, so during … View more
If you've got an internet connection, but can't figure out how to do something on your computer, Create IT offers remote support.
Normally I provide it to support existing clients, and charge a minimum fee, but have a billing system can track time to the nearest minute, so during lockdown, if you need help, I'll waive the minimum fee and you'll be charged only for the actual time used.
You can download the support software from the link provided. It's preconfigured so that only Create IT can connect remotely to your computer, and only after you explicitly grant permission, and phone to confirm.

Being a local home based IT business, lockdown doesn't have much impact, but last lockdown I had to provide considerable IT support to my own household, so I want others to know that they can get help if they need it, without bursting their bubble.

I am reasonably busy, but will help if I can.

1223 days ago

Why volunteer?...

Hannah Cunningham from Volunteer Marlborough

Why volunteer? Because your whānau (family) will be proud of you! It's short and simple but it's just as valid a reason to start volunteering as any other!⁠

Have you got questions? Email vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz, or click the 'read more' button below.

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1223 days ago

Industry Skills Development Handbook

Competenz

Is this you?

You know building the skills and capability of your staff is vital, but it’s hard to know where to start or even where to turn for advice, so it keeps sliding down your to-do list.

Use this guidebook to develop your company’s capability and improve your bottom line.
Free download

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1224 days ago

CLOSED but still working (Covid-19 Update)

Hannah Cunningham from Volunteer Marlborough

Following NZ's move to Alert Level 4 last night, our office is closed and the team at Volunteer Marlborough are now working from home.
We will be providing ongoing updates to our member organisations in the Marlborough region, as well as to all the wonderful Marlborough volunteers, through … View more
Following NZ's move to Alert Level 4 last night, our office is closed and the team at Volunteer Marlborough are now working from home.
We will be providing ongoing updates to our member organisations in the Marlborough region, as well as to all the wonderful Marlborough volunteers, through our social media and website. We will do our very best to keep you up to date and informed over the coming weeks not only about how to keep yourself and your teams safe at this time, but also how people can still be of help going forward.⁠

While we are unable to meet in person at Levels 4 and 3, you can still contact us:
☎️ 021478330 (Hannah, Coordinator for Volunteer Services)
📧 General: vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz ⁠(Hannah, CVS)
📧 Manager: mgr@volunteermarlborough.org.nz⁠ (Meg)
⭐ or message us on Instagram or Facebook

You can also still browse volunteering opportunities and apply online, as well as access all info and resources. (Click the second read more button below to go to our website.)

➡️ For 100% accurate and up-to-date info, check out the official government website: covid19.govt.nz... ⬅️

Kia kaha ki Aotearoa! Stay safe New Zealand!

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1225 days ago

New Zealand at Alert Level 4

Neighbourly.co.nz

UPDATE
August 18
1.16pm

The Prime Minister and the Director-General of Health are currently giving an update to the nation at the Beehive.

Here's what you need to know:
- Genome sequencing was undertaken last night and it has been confirmed that this is linked to the NSW outbreak.
- … View more
UPDATE
August 18
1.16pm

The Prime Minister and the Director-General of Health are currently giving an update to the nation at the Beehive.

Here's what you need to know:
- Genome sequencing was undertaken last night and it has been confirmed that this is linked to the NSW outbreak.
- There are no genomic matches to those cases at the border to this case.
- There are a further two cases to report in the community. ​
- From 11:59pm, it will be compulsory to wear masks when accessing essential services.
- From 8am tomorrow, the Covid-19 vaccination programme will resume.
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UPDATE
August 18
9.10am

- Four new cases have been identified, all genomically linked to the original case
- The original case has been confirmed as having the Delta variant
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New Zealand will move to a Level 4 lockdown after a community case was detected in Auckland.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was joined by Ashley Bloomfield at a press conference, where she confirmed that Auckland and Coromandel would move to Alert Level 4 from 11.59pm for seven days, while the rest of the country will be under Level 4 conditions for three days.

It is unknown whether this case is that of the Delta variant. Bloomfield stated that genome sequencing will be completed by tomorrow morning.

There is currently 23 locations of interest, 10 in Auckland and 13 in Coromandel. Current locations of interest can be found here.

The case has no links to the border and interviews are currently being undertaken with the case to find any possible locations of interest and how they came to be in contact with Covid-19.

Here's what you need to know:
- A refresh on Level restrictions and what it means for you.
- Here are the locations of interest.
- If you have any flu-like symptoms, call the NZ Covid-19 Healthline on 0800 358 5453 or ring your GP.
- Find your closest Covid-19 testing location on the Healthpoint website
- Essential services such as supermarkets and pharmacies will remain open.

For more information, visit covid19.govt.nz.

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1226 days ago

Why volunteer? Because it looks great on your CV/resume!

Hannah Cunningham from Volunteer Marlborough

Many people think that volunteering is a purely selfless activity but this isn't quite accurate. While it is true that many people start volunteering to help others and give back to the community, it is also true that you can gain some sweet benefits as well! One of these benefits is that … View moreMany people think that volunteering is a purely selfless activity but this isn't quite accurate. While it is true that many people start volunteering to help others and give back to the community, it is also true that you can gain some sweet benefits as well! One of these benefits is that volunteering looks great on your CV/resume!⁠

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1227 days ago

Garage Sale 7 Seaview Crescent, Picton SATURDAY 21ST AUGUST 8.30 AM - 3PM.

Murray & Carolyn from Blenheim

Lots of bargains!! We are downsizing, garden tools, upright freezer, beds, filing cabinet, desk, lots of jars etc.

Negotiable

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