Picton - Waikawa, Picton

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2754 days ago

Re-homing rooster

Yvette from Picton - Waikawa

Hi, turns out my beautiful Barneveld chicken is now a rooster. I live residential so unfortunately I can't keep this young one. He is very young, (just started crowing) and beautiful. I'm looking for a loving home.

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2754 days ago

Serious Furniture for Fun People

Kim Booth from The Best Furniture Shop

We’re local, we’re friendly and we’re here to provide the best possible products and service!

We have the latest offerings in everything you could imagine, and a huge space! Recently, a large selection of new mattresses arrived at the Brighton Mall showroom. If you thought getting a new, … View more
We’re local, we’re friendly and we’re here to provide the best possible products and service!

We have the latest offerings in everything you could imagine, and a huge space! Recently, a large selection of new mattresses arrived at the Brighton Mall showroom. If you thought getting a new, super snugly warm mattress was going to cost the earth, think again! Our single inner-sprung mattresses start at $99.

Surrounding them are a variety of the latest Steiner chairs, heavy wooden drawers, industrial and rustic tables and minimalist items in the Scandinavian style. Subtle hues and bursts of colour reflect global trends and boutique tastes.

“Our whole philosophy is to keep overheads down so people can get the same items that are in a higher-end store, but cheaper.

Come in and enjoy... you’ll be so glad you did.
Find out more!

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2755 days ago

Laser Cutting (or maybe router) required

Lynn from North Blenheim

Hi, does anyone know somebody who does laser cutting. I am needing shapes and designs cut out of 3mm and 6mm MDF.

2755 days ago

NZ MADE/NĀ NIU TĪRENI: Rangitāne o Wairarapa-Tamaki Nui-ā-Rua

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The confronting truth of what happened in our recent past is something New Zealanders have to reckon with. When the Treaty of Waitangi was signed, Māori owned more than 66 million acres of land. By 1975, almost 97 per cent had been sold or taken.

Rangitāne was one of the iwi that openly … View more
The confronting truth of what happened in our recent past is something New Zealanders have to reckon with. When the Treaty of Waitangi was signed, Māori owned more than 66 million acres of land. By 1975, almost 97 per cent had been sold or taken.

Rangitāne was one of the iwi that openly welcomed Pākehā settlers after the Treaty of Waitangi was signed in 1840, leasing them large tracts of land... but later they were left landless.

Find out more about what happened to Rangitāne o Wairarapa-Tamaki Nui-ā-Rua, where you live, and how much the land was settled for - it may surprise.

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2755 days ago

NZ MADE/NĀ NIU TĪRENI: Ngāi Tahu settlement

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The confronting truth of what happened in our recent past is something New Zealanders have to reckon with. When the Treaty of Waitangi was signed, Māori owned more than 66 million acres of land. By 1975, almost 97 per cent had been sold or taken.

Ngāi Tahu is an iwi whose rohe (area) extends … View more
The confronting truth of what happened in our recent past is something New Zealanders have to reckon with. When the Treaty of Waitangi was signed, Māori owned more than 66 million acres of land. By 1975, almost 97 per cent had been sold or taken.

Ngāi Tahu is an iwi whose rohe (area) extends over most of the South Island. In the 1840s, the Crown made a number of large purchases of Ngāi Tahu land. But in the end, the Crown deceived Ngāi Tahu - leaving them landless and impoverished...

Find out more about what happened to Ngāi Tahu, where you live, and how much the land was settled for - it may surprise.

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2755 days ago

Free Digital-Media Course right here in Christchurch!

Vision College

Is School Not Working For Your Teen?

This FREE 20 week level 2 Certificate in Arts and Design course will set a great foundation for an exciting start to your future in design.

You will learn a wide range of media techniques such as video, drawing, animation and photography. Create your own … View more
Is School Not Working For Your Teen?

This FREE 20 week level 2 Certificate in Arts and Design course will set a great foundation for an exciting start to your future in design.

You will learn a wide range of media techniques such as video, drawing, animation and photography. Create your own design concepts and collaborate with other students on creative projects – PLUS gain credits towards NCEA level 2 &/or 3 Enrol NOW Course Starts Next Week!

Successful Graduates from this programme could pathway onto further study in Certificates, Diploma or Degrees in Media Arts.
Enrol here!

2758 days ago

Queen Charlotte Drive repairs start today

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Marlborough Roads is starting work on repairing Queen Charlotte Drive from Monday July 30 2018, and there may be delays for people travelling along this road.

The road was heavily damaged in recent storms and in many places the road or walls have slipped.

The road may need to be closed to … View more
Marlborough Roads is starting work on repairing Queen Charlotte Drive from Monday July 30 2018, and there may be delays for people travelling along this road.

The road was heavily damaged in recent storms and in many places the road or walls have slipped.

The road may need to be closed to traffic at times, but Marlborough Roads will give a couple of days’ notice of any closures.

The repairs are expected to take about six weeks to complete.

Click here for more information.
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2757 days ago

LONG HAIRED BLACK CAT

Sandra from Blenheim

We have acquired a cat that needs rehomed.Love to keep it but not fair on our other cat.Taking cat to vet tomorrow to get checked out.If interested please phone 021480075 or thru neighbourly

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2757 days ago

Poll: Do you agree with the new firearm rules in schools?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Students are no longer able to hold or shoot army guns at school under new government guidelines. The move comes after much public debate on the appropriateness of firearms being brought into schools, including when soldiers taught children as young as nine how to assemble and shoot assault rifles … View moreStudents are no longer able to hold or shoot army guns at school under new government guidelines. The move comes after much public debate on the appropriateness of firearms being brought into schools, including when soldiers taught children as young as nine how to assemble and shoot assault rifles at a leadership exercise in Palmerston North last year. However students can still use firearms as part of shooting clubs and competitions. Click here to read the full article and guidelines.

So what do you think of the new rules? Are you for or against them?

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Do you agree with the new firearm rules in schools?
  • 40.7% Yes, the guidelines are great
    40.7% Complete
  • 50.2% No, this is PC gone mad
    50.2% Complete
  • 9% I'm on the fence on this one
    9% Complete
2776 votes
2757 days ago

Bowls to bingo. But faster.....

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

A map showing "mobility scooter expressways" has been published to help wheelchair and mobility scooter users get around Blenheim, in Marlborough.

2757 days ago

*WIN* tickets to the Super Rugby Final this weekend!

Crusaders

It's Crusaders v Lions on Saturday 4th August at AMI Stadium to see who will be crowned Super Rugby Champions for 2018. We have 5 gold class double passes to give away to our Neighbourly fans so you can watch the Crusaders go back to back! LIKE or THANK this post and you could be a lucky … View moreIt's Crusaders v Lions on Saturday 4th August at AMI Stadium to see who will be crowned Super Rugby Champions for 2018. We have 5 gold class double passes to give away to our Neighbourly fans so you can watch the Crusaders go back to back! LIKE or THANK this post and you could be a lucky winner!

Competition closes midnight Wednesday 1st August 2018. Winners will be drawn Thursday 2nd August. If you'd like to win, 'Like' to win! See T&Cs.

#wewill #crusadeon
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2758 days ago

Getting home in an emergency

The Team from Marlborough District Council

It’s one of the uncomfortable facts of life that emergencies happen no matter where you are.

You might be at work, out shopping, walking the dog or having coffee with friends. Get everyone in your house to think about how you might get home (or to your agreed meeting place) after an … View more
It’s one of the uncomfortable facts of life that emergencies happen no matter where you are.

You might be at work, out shopping, walking the dog or having coffee with friends. Get everyone in your house to think about how you might get home (or to your agreed meeting place) after an emergency. Check out the route and any alternatives.

You can even walk your planned route to see how long it would take – a good reason to get out and about on a winter’s day!

Marlborough District Council Disaster Awareness
getthru.govt.nz
facebook.com/NeighbourhoodSupportMarlborough
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2764 days ago

Poll: "Ticketless' meters just the ticket"

Reporter Marlborough Express

Blenheim's old parking meters are about to be kicked to the kerb.

What would you like to see in their place?

Parking options

Pay-and-display: Customers pay for the time they require and a ticket is printed, to be placed on the dashboard of the car.

Pay-by-plate: Put money or card … View more
Blenheim's old parking meters are about to be kicked to the kerb.

What would you like to see in their place?

Parking options

Pay-and-display: Customers pay for the time they require and a ticket is printed, to be placed on the dashboard of the car.

Pay-by-plate: Put money or card into machine and enter number plate. The 'ticketless' system records your number plate and the time you arrived. Traffic wardens can regulate remotely. Mobile phone apps available to top up.

Pay-by-space: Solar or battery-powered sensors in the ground that detect the time of entry and exit from the park. The customer enters the space number at the meter. Read our full story here: www.stuff.co.nz...

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"Ticketless' meters just the ticket"
  • 57% Pay-and-display
    57% Complete
  • 29.1% Pay-by-plate
    29.1% Complete
  • 13.9% Pay-by-space
    13.9% Complete
79 votes
2760 days ago

Part time Experienced Chef/Cook required

Springlands Lifestyle Village

We are looking for an experienced Part Time Chef/Cook to join our team. The applicant would need to be a team player with a positive attitude, able to work all shifts including weekends.

If you want work in a fresh, friendly environment then call Naomi Nailer, Village Manager on (03) 5775208 or… View more
We are looking for an experienced Part Time Chef/Cook to join our team. The applicant would need to be a team player with a positive attitude, able to work all shifts including weekends.

If you want work in a fresh, friendly environment then call Naomi Nailer, Village Manager on (03) 5775208 or 0211366504.

Applications close Friday 3rd August 2018
Find out more!

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2761 days ago

Retired and struggling to make ends meet?

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

What tips do you have for people who are finding it difficult to manage on the pension?

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