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1614 days ago

NZ Gardener's new issue is out now

Jo McCarroll - NZ Gardener editor Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We are (very) excited to say that the May issue of NZ Gardener is on sale today, and absolutely packed with the good stuff! Lynda Hallinan reflects on 60 lessons for gardeners from the lockdown (with plenty of idea on what you can sow and grow in May); there's a bumper gardening quiz; we … View moreWe are (very) excited to say that the May issue of NZ Gardener is on sale today, and absolutely packed with the good stuff! Lynda Hallinan reflects on 60 lessons for gardeners from the lockdown (with plenty of idea on what you can sow and grow in May); there's a bumper gardening quiz; we suggest five herbs to reduce anxiety and promote calmness; and visit a Taupo sanctuary full of art and alive with native birds and a wild and wonderful garden in Glenorchy. And since we've been gardening in isolation, Jack Hobbs talks to gardeners on the Chatham Islands about how they keep things growing, 650km from the nearest garden centre. Normally our subscribers get their copy before it goes on sale, of course, but things aren't quite normal right now so if your copy hasn't arrived yet, it should be with you very soon! We are so pleased to have a new issue of your favourite magazine for you, and I cannot wait to hear what you think. NZ Gardener has been informing and inspiring New Zealand gardeners for more than 75 years and we're incredibly grateful to our readers, especially our subscribers, because we couldn't do it without you. And by the way subscribing is easy and a much cheaper way to get your magazine each month! And would an NZ Gardener sub make a great Mother's Day gift this Sunday, you ask? I think we all know the answer to that! Jo

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1616 days ago

Have you noticed nature flourishing in lockdown?

Alice Angeloni Reporter from Marlborough Express

Check out some amazing photographs at the link. Have you had some beautiful experiences of your own?

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1616 days ago

Coronavirus to hit 'harder and deeper' than Kaikōura earthquake

Alice Angeloni Reporter from Marlborough Express

Kaikōura was surfing the wave of a solid summer, confident and excited for the future when the coronavirus hit.

Business had finally recovered after the 7.8 magnitude earthquake three years before, with a summer filled with throngs of tourists peeking into shops on the main street, and eager … View more
Kaikōura was surfing the wave of a solid summer, confident and excited for the future when the coronavirus hit.

Business had finally recovered after the 7.8 magnitude earthquake three years before, with a summer filled with throngs of tourists peeking into shops on the main street, and eager internationals queueing to see Kaikōura’s wildlife.

But a month on, it was as if the town had been transported in a “time capsule” to the 1980s, to the days before tourism took off.

Back then, the town relied on businesses like the cheese factory, the sawmill and a prominent fishing fleet, but those industries had either shrunk or no longer existed, Whale Watch Kaikōura general manager Kauahi Ngapora said.

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1615 days ago

Feeling the chill?

Alice Angeloni Reporter from Marlborough Express

Snow has appeared on the Richmond Ranges after the big rain on Tuesday.

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1615 days ago

Poll: Have you had a courier parcel go missing?

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

Hi Neighbours,
If you have ordered a parcel to be delivered by courier during lockdown, Stuff/Homed would love you to take part in this short poll please. We would like to know if you have had problems with the theft of courier parcels (not just delays) from your letterbox or porch, or if this not… View more
Hi Neighbours,
If you have ordered a parcel to be delivered by courier during lockdown, Stuff/Homed would love you to take part in this short poll please. We would like to know if you have had problems with the theft of courier parcels (not just delays) from your letterbox or porch, or if this not been an issue. If you would like to add detail or comment, please email me. Thank you.

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Have you had a courier parcel go missing?
  • 16.1% Yes, parcel not found
    16.1% Complete
  • 83.9% No, all parcels accounted for
    83.9% Complete
1474 votes
1615 days ago

A little look behind the scenes...

New World

The Covid-19 pandemic has shown us all how quickly life can change. For many New Zealanders, this has meant job losses or significant pay cuts – and the family pantry suddenly empty.

For the past two months, there’s been a huge demand for food parcels from local charities around the … View more
The Covid-19 pandemic has shown us all how quickly life can change. For many New Zealanders, this has meant job losses or significant pay cuts – and the family pantry suddenly empty.

For the past two months, there’s been a huge demand for food parcels from local charities around the country. Find out what we’ve been doing behind the scenes to support these charities who are helping New Zealanders get back on their feet.

(PS – we want to say a special ‘thank you’ to all of you who have made a donation at your local store. Your generous support is helping keep New Zealanders fed.)
Take a look behind the scenes

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1615 days ago

Know the signs of a stroke

Stroke Foundation

During this time of COVID-19, it’s important we remember the different signs of stroke and that stroke is always a medical emergency.

One New Zealander every hour experiences stroke. But if you think F.A.S.T. you could save someone’s life and give them the best chance of recovery.

F - … View more
During this time of COVID-19, it’s important we remember the different signs of stroke and that stroke is always a medical emergency.

One New Zealander every hour experiences stroke. But if you think F.A.S.T. you could save someone’s life and give them the best chance of recovery.

F - Face - Is it drooping on one side?
A - Arm - Is one arm weak?
S - Speech - Is it mixed up, slurred or lost?
T - Take Action - Call 111 immediately.

Think F.A.S.T., act fast, and keep looking out for each other.

Thank you, from the Stroke Foundation of New Zealand.
Learn more

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1616 days ago

Send a Level 3 Love Letter to someone you miss

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi Neighhours,

It's been a tough last few weeks, right? When life gets hard and the world gets scary, it's our loved ones we turn to for support.

But this extraordinary coronavirus pandemic is different. Many of us can't see our most special friends and whānau because we want to … View more
Hi Neighhours,

It's been a tough last few weeks, right? When life gets hard and the world gets scary, it's our loved ones we turn to for support.

But this extraordinary coronavirus pandemic is different. Many of us can't see our most special friends and whānau because we want to keep them safe, and we want to get through this as a nation by following social distancing and Covid-19 Alert Level 3 rules.

While thousands of people are returning to work, visiting friends and family outside of your bubble may still be off the cards for some time longer.

Do you have a message for someone you can't see in person? A shout out to a sibling or best friend? A much-loved and missed grandparent? A new baby you need to virtually cuddle?

Level 3 Love Letters is an opportunity to share a video message for a loved one on Stuff.

You can upload your video here so we can share it with them and New Zealand

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1620 days ago

🎊 We're open again for Business 🎊

CrafteD Joinery & Laminates

Hello 👋🏼

We made it to Level 3 and we're back and open for business again. Its great to be able to be 'out there doing it'. Our thoughts go out to those business that haven't been able to start yet.
If you have any small maintenance type jobs needing doing on your … View more
Hello 👋🏼

We made it to Level 3 and we're back and open for business again. Its great to be able to be 'out there doing it'. Our thoughts go out to those business that haven't been able to start yet.
If you have any small maintenance type jobs needing doing on your kitchen or laundry cabinetry or if you have decided during lockdown you could do with a new benchtop only, make contact with us for a quote. Maybe you decided to go the whole 9 yards and completely renew these rooms we can do this too.
We also do wardrobe systems if this is something you are interested in putting in your house.

Look forward to meeting new people as we all commit to shopping local. Keep NZ working. 🇳🇿
Take Care and Stay Safe. 🤗

While we on the subject of kitchens - try this beautiful roast chicken for dinner - its divine. www.recipetineats.com...

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1617 days ago

Marlborough pulls off "incredible" harvest

Sophie Trigger Reporter from Marlborough Express

After being deemed an essential service and allowed to operate throughout the lockdown, Marlborough's wine industry has pulled off an "incredible" harvest amid the coronavirus pandemic.

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1616 days ago

Feedback wanted on Council’s online services

The Team from Marlborough District Council

Marlborough District Council wants your feedback on how it can increase and improve its online services.

We’ve launched a survey to find out how you use our online services and what else you’d like to see available. You can complete the survey here.

Although Council’s offices remain … View more
Marlborough District Council wants your feedback on how it can increase and improve its online services.

We’ve launched a survey to find out how you use our online services and what else you’d like to see available. You can complete the survey here.

Although Council’s offices remain closed during Alert Level 3, online services are up and running as usual. Whether you’re applying for a building or resource consent, checking a property file, making an online payment or providing feedback on a consultation, you can do so remotely by visiting our website.
Find out more

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1617 days ago

Celebrate a special mum and win!

Ernest Rutherford Retirement Village

Did your mum transform rainy days into hot chocolate and bad moods into giggles?
Show you care, whether she’s with you or far away.
Enter our Mother’s Day competition before 6 May 2020 for a chance to win!

Too many memories to choose from? Here’s our team with some inspiration.

Follow this … View more
Did your mum transform rainy days into hot chocolate and bad moods into giggles?
Show you care, whether she’s with you or far away.
Enter our Mother’s Day competition before 6 May 2020 for a chance to win!

Too many memories to choose from? Here’s our team with some inspiration.

Follow this link to enter our competition.

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1618 days ago

Join Healthy For Life - a new programme for over 65s

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Do you want to be healthy for life? Join us this Saturday 9am on TVNZ 1.

Hosted by Bernice Mene, Healthy for Life is designed to help over 65 year olds work on their strength and balance through an exercise programme called the Super7.

All done from the comfort of your bubble, this show … View more
Do you want to be healthy for life? Join us this Saturday 9am on TVNZ 1.

Hosted by Bernice Mene, Healthy for Life is designed to help over 65 year olds work on their strength and balance through an exercise programme called the Super7.

All done from the comfort of your bubble, this show provides great tips for staying safe in the home, keeping your brain active, how to keep up your social links and friendships and advice about healthy eating and sleep during this time.

Healthy for Life is available on TVNZ OnDemand, or screens this Saturday at 9AM on TVNZ 1.

Find out more at Live Stronger for Longer.
Exercise safely at home

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1621 days ago

Cargo Studio Pelorus Sound

Laurence from Marlborough Sounds

I have seen some pottery around recently labelled Cargo Studios Pelorus Sound. Anyone have any info about this. I was intrigued
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1620 days ago

NEW! SuperSeniors Newsletter COVID-19 special edition

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

The new SuperSeniors e-Newsletter is available on our website NOW! This e-Newsletter includes the additional guidance for what seniors can do during Alert Level 3 and information from the Student Volunteer Army and Age Concern about the services they are offering.

It also has … View more
Hi Neighbours!

The new SuperSeniors e-Newsletter is available on our website NOW! This e-Newsletter includes the additional guidance for what seniors can do during Alert Level 3 and information from the Student Volunteer Army and Age Concern about the services they are offering.

It also has the details on the Winter Energy Payment that starts again today!

Click here to read: bit.ly...

To get our Newsletter emailed to you, if you receive the NZ Super or Veteran’s Pension, update your email in MyMSD here: my.msd.govt.nz...

If you do not receive either of these entitlements but you want to receive our Newsletter you can subscribe here: bit.ly...

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