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1863 days ago

Local Election Candidates Views on Marlborough Heritage

The Team from Marlborough Museum

Views on Heritage in Marlborough
- Hear Local Election Candidates

Wednesday 9 October 6-8 p.m. Marlborough Convention Centre

Marlborough Heritage Trust invites anyone with an interest in heritage to come and listen to the 2019 Local Government election candidates to share their views on heritage … View more
Views on Heritage in Marlborough
- Hear Local Election Candidates

Wednesday 9 October 6-8 p.m. Marlborough Convention Centre

Marlborough Heritage Trust invites anyone with an interest in heritage to come and listen to the 2019 Local Government election candidates to share their views on heritage in Marlborough and the Marlborough District Council’s role in working with the heritage sector.

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1867 days ago

Poll: Should daylight saving be abolished?

Reporter Marlborough Express

The European Parliament has already voted to abolish daylight saving from 2021, due to studies that highlighted the connection between daylight saving and health issues.

For some, having more daylight hours is beneficial, but for others, it can really interrupt their sleep cycle.

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Should daylight saving be abolished?
  • 24.1% Yes - it messes with my sleep rhythm
    24.1% Complete
  • 63% No - I enjoy having more daylight hours
    63% Complete
  • 13% I'm not bothered either way
    13% Complete
108 votes
1863 days ago

Make your vote count

The Team from Marlborough District Council

If you haven’t received your local election voting papers in the mail you may not be enrolled to vote.

To check if you’re enrolled, visit vote.nz/ your local PostShop or phone 0800 36 76 56.

If you enrolled after 16 August 2019 - for example, if you turned 18 after this date or moved … View more
If you haven’t received your local election voting papers in the mail you may not be enrolled to vote.

To check if you’re enrolled, visit vote.nz/ your local PostShop or phone 0800 36 76 56.

If you enrolled after 16 August 2019 - for example, if you turned 18 after this date or moved address recently - you won’t get your voting papers in the mail. You’ll have to request special voting papers from the Council’s electoral officers by emailing election@marlborough.govt.nz, or by phoning 03 520 7400.

All voting papers must be returned by 12 noon on Saturday 12 October.
Find out more

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1864 days ago

Poll: Have the frost fans kept you awake at night?

Reporter Marlborough Express

The noisy but essential frost fans have been running to fight the effects that frosts have on Marlborough vineyards, have they been keeping you awake?

If you live near a vineyard and are happy to talk about your frost fan experiences email maia.hart@stuff.co.nz or leave a comment.

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Have the frost fans kept you awake at night?
  • 34.5% I don't live next to a vineyard so I don't hear them.
    34.5% Complete
  • 15.5% They sound like a chopper going over my house all night, I struggle to sleep.
    15.5% Complete
  • 50% I live next to a vineyard but I'm used to it, they don't bother me.
    50% Complete
58 votes
1864 days ago

Poll: Should parents be fined if their children drop out of school?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The National Party is considering a policy of fining parents $3000 if their children drop out of school and don't enter further education or training.

Simon Bridges says "The reality is if you're not in work, education or training, you're going to be languishing in a dole … View more
The National Party is considering a policy of fining parents $3000 if their children drop out of school and don't enter further education or training.

Simon Bridges says "The reality is if you're not in work, education or training, you're going to be languishing in a dole queue, and the evidence is potentially for a long time". Do you agree with this policy? Should parents be fined?

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Should parents be fined if their children drop out of school?
  • 35.3% Yes - they are responsible for their children
    35.3% Complete
  • 25.9% It's not fair to assume they'll end up in the dole queue
    25.9% Complete
  • 38.8% No - it's not the parents' choice
    38.8% Complete
1509 votes
1891 days ago

Should The Block NZ be canned?

Reporter Marlborough Express

Hi neighbours - three of the four Block NZ teams went home empty handed, as their apartments failed to exceed the reserve or did not sell.

Winner, Lisa Ridout-Gordon, says "the win is really bittersweet", and that "it's sad because they won nothing and we all sat there dreaming… View more
Hi neighbours - three of the four Block NZ teams went home empty handed, as their apartments failed to exceed the reserve or did not sell.

Winner, Lisa Ridout-Gordon, says "the win is really bittersweet", and that "it's sad because they won nothing and we all sat there dreaming about what we would want to come away with and what we thought we deserved".

Did you watch the final episode? Do you think it's time for the show to be canned?

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1864 days ago

Dance festival - kizomba and bachata

Hannah Cunningham from Volunteer Marlborough

Salsa Groove Marlborough (www.facebook.com...) have organised a fabulous festival celebrating Kizomba and Bachata dance. If you'd like to get involved, we're looking for volunteers to help with registrations and child minding.⁠

For more info, send us a message, call 03-577-9388, or … View more
Salsa Groove Marlborough (www.facebook.com...) have organised a fabulous festival celebrating Kizomba and Bachata dance. If you'd like to get involved, we're looking for volunteers to help with registrations and child minding.⁠

For more info, send us a message, call 03-577-9388, or email vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz



Alternatively, you can go to marl.volunteermatch.org.nz/ to browse all available roles and apply online⁠

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1864 days ago

Black + Decker dustbuster

Grant from North Blenheim

Black + Decker dustbuster in excellent condition.
Listed on behalf of
Pickup up Spring Creek

Price: $45

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1864 days ago

Garden arch

Grant from North Blenheim

Sturdy garden arch
Listed on behalf
Pickup Spring Creek

Price: $250

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1865 days ago

Poll: Which environmental issue is most important to you?

Reporter Marlborough Express

Which environmental issue is most important to you? What do you want the council to focus on? Marlborough's mayoral and Sounds ward candidates met with the public at the Havelock Town Hall on Wednesday to discuss environmental issues in the area.

Click here to read more about the issues … View more
Which environmental issue is most important to you? What do you want the council to focus on? Marlborough's mayoral and Sounds ward candidates met with the public at the Havelock Town Hall on Wednesday to discuss environmental issues in the area.

Click here to read more about the issues discussed.

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Which environmental issue is most important to you?
  • 11.4% Re-evaluating the forestry industry
    11.4% Complete
  • 0% Growing the aquaculture industry
    0% Complete
  • 88.6% Balance sustaining the economy against the environment
    88.6% Complete
35 votes
1865 days ago

Recycle your unwanted mobile phones

NZ Telecommunications Forum

Spring is here so it’s time for your annual spring clean. If you’re anything like 69 percent of New Zealand households, you’ll have at least one unconnected mobile phone gathering dust in a drawer or cupboard.

Recycle these unwanted phones with RE:MOBILE.

RE:MOBILE is a not-for-profit … View more
Spring is here so it’s time for your annual spring clean. If you’re anything like 69 percent of New Zealand households, you’ll have at least one unconnected mobile phone gathering dust in a drawer or cupboard.

Recycle these unwanted phones with RE:MOBILE.

RE:MOBILE is a not-for-profit mobile phone recycling scheme which raises money for Sustainable Coastlines.

Recycling your mobile phone is free, easy and good for the environment. Not only does it keep harmful items out of landfill, it also stops the precious materials in your phone from going to waste.

Visit RE:MOBILE to find out how to recycle your mobile phone.
Learn more

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1866 days ago

Springlands School Gala October 19th 2019

Anne from Blenheim

Springlands school gala is our annual event and this year we are fundraising for the up grade of the senior playground for everyone to enjoy for years to come.
It is a jam packed day full of fun and exciting things for all ages. There will be a Climbing wall, Laser tag, Bouncy castles, Trailer … View more
Springlands school gala is our annual event and this year we are fundraising for the up grade of the senior playground for everyone to enjoy for years to come.
It is a jam packed day full of fun and exciting things for all ages. There will be a Climbing wall, Laser tag, Bouncy castles, Trailer rides, Cake stall, Hedgerows strawberries, CPR coffee, Amazing food stalls, Face painting, Crazy hair, Silent auction, Chocolate wheel, Kate Harper massage, Special guest Craig Harper who will be doing timed bike races on the bike track, Lots of entertainment, Awesome side shows and much much more.
So come on down on the 19th of October starting at 10 am

This is a day not to be missed.

See you there..

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1866 days ago

Springlands School Gala October 19th 2019

Anne from Blenheim

The Springlands School Gala is this weekend the 19th of October.
This years gala is not to be missed with a wide variety of Entertainment , Side shows, Amazing food ,Cake stall, Chocolate toss, Massage, Timed bike race, Chocolate wheel and much much much more.
So come on down and enjoy a day of … View more
The Springlands School Gala is this weekend the 19th of October.
This years gala is not to be missed with a wide variety of Entertainment , Side shows, Amazing food ,Cake stall, Chocolate toss, Massage, Timed bike race, Chocolate wheel and much much much more.
So come on down and enjoy a day of fun.
See you There!!!!!!

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1867 days ago

Get your voting papers in on ‘Vote Day’ - Saturday 5 October

Daniel Webster from Local Government New Zealand

Local Government New Zealand is urging people to post their voting papers on Vote Day – Saturday 5 October 2019.

All voting papers must be returned to the relevant council by midday on Saturday 12 October, and voters need to factor in the time it will take the papers to get through the postal … View more
Local Government New Zealand is urging people to post their voting papers on Vote Day – Saturday 5 October 2019.

All voting papers must be returned to the relevant council by midday on Saturday 12 October, and voters need to factor in the time it will take the papers to get through the postal system.

New Zealand Post advises that the Standard Post delivery target is up to 3 working days for nationwide delivery, while delivery to and from rural areas may take longer. However, these targets are guides only, and are not guaranteed – delivery may take longer.

Visit www.nzpost.co.nz... to find your nearest post box or office. To get more information on your local candidates, visit policylocal.nz and local council websites for both information and meet the candidate schedules.

“Some of the main reasons people give for not voting are they forgot, ran out of time or were too busy,” says LGNZ Chief Executive Malcolm Alexander.

“So to make sure people give themselves the best chance to have their say we are encouraging people to vote early on what we’ve dubbed Vote Day. Fill out your papers during the week and then to pop them in the paid envelope and into the nearest post box on Saturday 5 October.”

“Voting papers have to arrive at council offices by midday Saturday 12 October, so sending them in on Vote Day gives them plenty of time to get through the postal system.”

Mr Alexander says it is important New Zealanders participate in the selection of the people who will make decisions that affect most people’s lives on a daily basis.

“Local government shapes the place that you live. It’s the pavements you walk on, the roads where you drive, the water you drink, shower in and swim in, your parks, libraries and swimming pools where you take the kids,” Mr Alexander says.

“There’s been a lot of robust public conversation around climate change, the housing crisis, the quality of our water and our transport options, and now is the time to turn that conversation into a vote that influences your local leadership.”

“Voters can still post their papers after 5 October, but there is no harm in doing it earlier,” Mr Alexander says.

Eligible voters who didn’t enrol before 16 August won’t receive their papers in the mail, but can make a special vote by visiting their local council offices, or by contacting their Council Electoral Officer.

What: ‘Vote Day’
When: Saturday 5 October 2019
Why: Make sure you have your say by voting early
How: Visit www.nzpost.co.nz... to find your nearest post box or office. To get more information on your local candidates, visit policylocal.nz and local council websites for both information and meet the candidate schedules.

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1867 days ago

Cape Reinga to Bluff

Graeme Dingle Foundation

The amazing Marian Campbell and friend Kay Garland have taken off on their journey along the Te Araroa trail from Cape Reinga to Bluff.

She's raising funds for the youth in our programmes and we'll keep you updated throughout her journey.

Thank you for inspiring us and showing young … View more
The amazing Marian Campbell and friend Kay Garland have taken off on their journey along the Te Araroa trail from Cape Reinga to Bluff.

She's raising funds for the youth in our programmes and we'll keep you updated throughout her journey.

Thank you for inspiring us and showing young people across Aotearoa that what they have inside is greater than any obstacle.

Kia kaha Marian and Kay!

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