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Did you know, 1 in 4 New Zealand adults will suffer from a mental disorder or distress at some point in their lives? When they do, let’s make sure they never have to go it alone. To create safer, more caring communities we need to not only look after ourselves but those around us as well.
For … View moreDid you know, 1 in 4 New Zealand adults will suffer from a mental disorder or distress at some point in their lives? When they do, let’s make sure they never have to go it alone. To create safer, more caring communities we need to not only look after ourselves but those around us as well.
For the month of September, we want to use our voice to raise awareness for mental health and well-being. Perhaps consider sharing a cuppa with someone you know who could use the support or challenge your family and friends to unplug from social media for the entire month to improve their well-being. If you or someone you know is going through a rough patch, don’t forget you can call or text 1737 anytime for FREE support from a trained counsellor.
Don’t forget, this month also coincides with World Suicide Prevention Day (September 10th) followed by Mental Health Awareness Week (23 - 29 September) and Mental Health Awareness Day on October 10th.
However you choose to take part, feel free to tag us in your posts + use the following hashtag so we can see how you’re cultivating better mental health for yourself or in your community this month:
#NSNZmentalhealth
Vaccine hesitancy – the reluctance or refusal to vaccinate despite the availability of vaccines – is now considered one of the top ten threats to global health.As the country wrestles with the worst measles outbreak in more than two decades, it has to be asked; what are we going to do about it?… View moreVaccine hesitancy – the reluctance or refusal to vaccinate despite the availability of vaccines – is now considered one of the top ten threats to global health.As the country wrestles with the worst measles outbreak in more than two decades, it has to be asked; what are we going to do about it?
Search for your suburb here to check the immunisation rates percentages in 2018.
🏉 Through school-based programmes like #KiwiCan, #Stars, and #ProjectK, we empower our youth to grow into the best versions of themselves.
They are one of four tangata whenua iwi of Meretoto/Ship Cove in Tōtaranui/Queen Charlotte Sound.
Along with whanaunga Rangitāne and Ngāti Apa ki te Rā Tō, their tīpuna, or ancestors, were present at Meretoto when James Cook sailed into the bay in January 1770.
Kurt Jacks from Auckland’s “The Rib House” discovered the missing ingredient in his recipe for success when he used a Prospa Small Business Loan to dish up the vital support he and his family needed to grow the business.
The simple, streamlined application process was just what he needed … View moreKurt Jacks from Auckland’s “The Rib House” discovered the missing ingredient in his recipe for success when he used a Prospa Small Business Loan to dish up the vital support he and his family needed to grow the business.
The simple, streamlined application process was just what he needed as a time-strapped business owner – and the funds were immediately put to use on upgrades and kitchen renovations.
Hi neighbours - from eco-burial options to driving etiquette and plot decorations, a new guide has everything you need to know about Marlborough's cemeteries.
There are prohibitions on plantings, paving, bricks and pebbles being placed on a grave or ashes plot area. Flowers placed in glass … View moreHi neighbours - from eco-burial options to driving etiquette and plot decorations, a new guide has everything you need to know about Marlborough's cemeteries.
There are prohibitions on plantings, paving, bricks and pebbles being placed on a grave or ashes plot area. Flowers placed in glass jars, bottles and other similar breakable containers are not allowed.
The guidelines also say those buried in a war service area must have "very plain" burial or ash plaques, with no personal messages or photographs.
What are your thoughts on these guidelines? Are the rules too strict?
Alcohol in NZ – What don’t you know?
Any surprises here for you?
Follow the link to our second quiz.
To celebrate here's some of our fave cheesy dad jokes...
Q: What did the policeman say to his belly button?
A: You're under a vest!
… View moreTo celebrate here's some of our fave cheesy dad jokes...
Q: What did the policeman say to his belly button?
A: You're under a vest!
Q: How do you make a tissue dance?
A: Put a little boogey in it!
Q: Where do bees go to the toilet?
A: At the BP station!
#NSNZrandomactsofkindness
Hi neighbours - a large number of Blenheim businesses choose to shut up shop on a Sunday, but 30 minutes down the road and Picton businesses say a Sunday is often their busiest day of the week.
Do you visit Picton shops on a Sunday? What are your favourite ones?
If you love trains, then this opportunity is your dream come true! Join the team at Blenheim Riverside Railway as a train Driver, Guard (conductor), or join the maintenance crew!
If this sounds like you or someone you know, send us a message, call 03-577-9388, or email … View moreIf you love trains, then this opportunity is your dream come true! Join the team at Blenheim Riverside Railway as a train Driver, Guard (conductor), or join the maintenance crew!
If this sounds like you or someone you know, send us a message, call 03-577-9388, or email vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz.
Alternatively, you can go to marl.volunteermatch.org.nz/ to apply online (look under 'recently added')
This week the Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2019 took effect, bringing in a raft of changes for tenants and landlords.
Here's what it means for renters and landlords.
To read more, click here.
Hi neighbours - a new youth centre in Marlborough has security cameras in "all main areas with youth activities", including counsellor rooms, in a bid to increase "safety and security" of young people.
The cameras in "private places" can be switched off, and only a … View moreHi neighbours - a new youth centre in Marlborough has security cameras in "all main areas with youth activities", including counsellor rooms, in a bid to increase "safety and security" of young people.
The cameras in "private places" can be switched off, and only a few select people have access.
Do you think this security is necessary, or is it a breach of privacy?
Hi neighbours - a 7-day coffee cart is coming to Blenheim next month, in spite of reports of slow weekend trading.
Owner, Luke Mullinger, says the trading hours of Streetwise Coffee will be its main point of difference in town. He's noticed the few cafe options on a weekend, saying he … View moreHi neighbours - a 7-day coffee cart is coming to Blenheim next month, in spite of reports of slow weekend trading.
Owner, Luke Mullinger, says the trading hours of Streetwise Coffee will be its main point of difference in town. He's noticed the few cafe options on a weekend, saying he can't believe how hard it is to get coffee.
Have you noticed it's hard to get coffee on the weekends? Do you think this coffee cart will liven things up a bit?
If you love trains, then this opportunity is your dream come true! Join the team at Blenheim Riverside Railway as a train Driver, Guard (conductor), or join the maintenance crew!
If this sounds like you or someone you know, send us a message, call 03-577-9388, or email … View moreIf you love trains, then this opportunity is your dream come true! Join the team at Blenheim Riverside Railway as a train Driver, Guard (conductor), or join the maintenance crew!
If this sounds like you or someone you know, send us a message, call 03-577-9388, or email vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz.
Alternatively, you can go to marl.volunteermatch.org.nz/ to apply online (look under 'recently added')
Marlborough's council candidates will face off at a local debate.
The event, called “The Big Debate”, is a joint venture between the Marlborough Chamber of Commerce and the Marlborough Express, and will test the 31 candidates seeking the votes of more than 46,600 electors during the … View moreMarlborough's council candidates will face off at a local debate.
The event, called “The Big Debate”, is a joint venture between the Marlborough Chamber of Commerce and the Marlborough Express, and will test the 31 candidates seeking the votes of more than 46,600 electors during the October elections.
It will be held at Blenheim's ASB Theatre on September 24, at 7pm.
Anyone is welcome to be part of the audience. For more information, head to www.mcoc.org.nz...
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