Picton - Waikawa, Picton

1652 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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1652 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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1653 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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1657 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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1654 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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1653 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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1654 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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1655 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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1658 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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1657 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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1661 days ago

Poll: Have you been shopping online during lockdown?

Reporter Marlborough Express

While Kiwi retailers have shut up shop during lockdown, some overseas companies have still been shipping to New Zealand during lockdown.

Have you been shopping overseas or in New Zealand during lockdown?

Let us know in the comments where you have shopped and what you have purchased.

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Have you been shopping online during lockdown?
  • 7.4% I've purchased an item/items from an overseas company during lockdown.
    7.4% Complete
  • 60.3% I've purchased essentials from a New Zealand retailer.
    60.3% Complete
  • 4.1% I've been waiting for lockdown Level Three to shop online.
    4.1% Complete
  • 28.1% I haven't shopped online during lockdown.
    28.1% Complete
  • 0% Other, I'll let you know in the comments.
    0% Complete
121 votes
1657 days ago

Congratulations to our winner

The Team from Readers Tours

A huge thank you to everyone who completed our website questionnaire.

⭐️ Congratulations to our $50 Prezzy Card winner, Christine ⭐️

We were overwhelmed by the responses and look forward to making the necessary changes to improve our website experience.

www.readerstours.co.nz...

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1663 days ago

Doggy doo's Waikawa Marina

Terie from Picton - Waikawa

Been a dog owner myself, I was disappointed on one of our walks around waikawa marina to find Doggy Doo's everywhere. Especially out by the Break water rocks.
Come on People it only takes a minute to pick up after your doggy.
Everyone would certainly have a moan if the Marina Office decided … View more
Been a dog owner myself, I was disappointed on one of our walks around waikawa marina to find Doggy Doo's everywhere. Especially out by the Break water rocks.
Come on People it only takes a minute to pick up after your doggy.
Everyone would certainly have a moan if the Marina Office decided NO DOGS ALLOWED .

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1659 days ago

Sounds Reflection Ltd

Glenda from Blenheim

Hello - we are now online, search google for
soundsreflectionshop.co.nz
We look forward to hearing from you and see you after lock down.

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1659 days ago

Need to save on power?

Electricity Authority

If COVID-19 means you’ve been using more power, or if it’s affected your income, talk to your power company to check you’re on the best plan.

Find more advice and support at the Electricity Authority’s website.

Talk, Check, see if you can save.
Find out more

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