Picton - Waikawa, Picton

Got a job going in your company or in your backyard?

Got a job going in your company or in your backyard?

Share it on Neighbourly to find someone local.

2846 days ago

Pic of the day

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

Stunning photo of nets on autumn coloured grape vines in the Brancott Valley by photographer Scott Hammond

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2860 days ago

Looking for a music teacher

Robyn Neighbourly Lead from Picton - Waikawa

Hi neighbours
I'm wondering if anyone can recommend a woodwind teacher in Marlborough. I would like to take some clarinet lessons. Thanks!

2857 days ago

House Sitter / Dog Sitter

Erin from Blenheim

Hi all,
I'm looking for a House/Dog Sitter for two nights 16th and 17th May. I'll be gone from Wednesday morning and back on Friday afternoon. I live in the Witherlea, Blenheim area. Is anyone keen or know someone who can keep my bearded collie company, his name is George

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2849 days ago

Poll: Is it fair for petrol prices to vary according to where you live?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

An internal email from BP's head office has exposed the petrol industry's pricing behaviour. It revealed a novel tactical plan: raise prices in the Levin, Kāpiti and Paraparaumu areas, and hope that its major rivals responded by doing the same. To find out more, click here.

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Is it fair for petrol prices to vary according to where you live?
  • 19.4% Yes, that's fair
    19.4% Complete
  • 80.6% No, it's not
    80.6% Complete
1830 votes
2850 days ago

Marlborough Bus Survey – one week to go!

The Team from Marlborough District Council

Would you take the bus if there was a commuter service? Would you use the bus instead of driving or taxiing to the airport? These are some of the questions Marlborough District Council wants your feedback on.

The Marlborough Transport (Bus) Survey runs until Friday 4 May. The information … View more
Would you take the bus if there was a commuter service? Would you use the bus instead of driving or taxiing to the airport? These are some of the questions Marlborough District Council wants your feedback on.

The Marlborough Transport (Bus) Survey runs until Friday 4 May. The information collected will be used to gauge interest in expanding the bus service to Renwick and from Burleigh/Boulevard Park on Taylor to Blenheim town centre.

The survey will also try to establish whether other bus services in the region are likely to be viable.

Click here for more information and to fill out the survey.
Take the survey!

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2850 days ago

Garage Sale

Don McDonald from Picton Little Theatre Incorporated

Picton Littie Theatre Garage sale

May 5th, 10.00 am to 3.00 pm

Goods accepted Thursday 3rd from 4.30 pm to 6 .00 pm, (or before the sale on Saturday)

Proceeds for the upkeep and refurbishment of the theatre.

Ring Val 5736442 if you have queries.

2852 days ago

Pic of the day

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

Photographer Ricky Wilson took this photo at the Blenheim Anzac service on Wednesday. Hundreds of people turned out for the parade and wreath laying.
If you have a photo of Marlborough or Marlburians around the world and would like to share it on our Neighbourly page, please send it to … View more
Photographer Ricky Wilson took this photo at the Blenheim Anzac service on Wednesday. Hundreds of people turned out for the parade and wreath laying.
If you have a photo of Marlborough or Marlburians around the world and would like to share it on our Neighbourly page, please send it to mailbox@stuff.co.nz.

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2850 days ago

Wanted: Winter Boat Project

Elizabeth from Marlborough Sounds

Have you got an old boat lying around in your shed/yard that you want to get rid of?

Ideally looking for something 4-8m (12. 25ft), sailing or cruiser, All states of repair/condition considered.

Please ring my husband Roger anytime at the weekend, or weekday evenings (after 5) on 022 695 1007 … View more
Have you got an old boat lying around in your shed/yard that you want to get rid of?

Ideally looking for something 4-8m (12. 25ft), sailing or cruiser, All states of repair/condition considered.

Please ring my husband Roger anytime at the weekend, or weekday evenings (after 5) on 022 695 1007 or alternatively email him, (with pictures if available) on rogerjtucker@gmail.com.

Many thanks, Liz & Roger

2852 days ago

Upcycling Award finalists *VOTES ARE OPEN!*

Resene

We need your help! The calibre of entries for this years Resene Upcycling Awards has blown us away. We need YOU to vote for your favourite in BOTH categories.

Vote for your favourite Redecorated item here.
Vote for your favourite Repurposed item here.

To find out more about each item, you … View more
We need your help! The calibre of entries for this years Resene Upcycling Awards has blown us away. We need YOU to vote for your favourite in BOTH categories.

Vote for your favourite Redecorated item here.
Vote for your favourite Repurposed item here.

To find out more about each item, you can find out more about each entry here. If you entered and didn't make the cut, don't worry! There are still spot prizes and other special category winners that are yet to be announced.
Cast your votes!

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2852 days ago

Poll: It's time to vote! *Resene Repurposed*

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The competition is tough for this years Resene Upcycling Awards! We've narrowed it down 5 finalists for the Repurposed Category.. now it's over to YOU! Take a look at the before and after images below or check out the finalist piece description details here and vote for your favourite … View moreThe competition is tough for this years Resene Upcycling Awards! We've narrowed it down 5 finalists for the Repurposed Category.. now it's over to YOU! Take a look at the before and after images below or check out the finalist piece description details here and vote for your favourite recycled masterpiece!

(Make sure to vote for your favorite Resene Redecorated category entry too!)

It's time to vote! *Resene Repurposed*
  • 25% 1. WAS: Piano .. NOW: Cocktail bar (Mel Gibson from Spencerville)
    25% Complete
  • 13.7% 2. WAS: Wooden pallet .. NOW: Fence (Craig Keen from Northland)
    13.7% Complete
  • 10.9% 3. WAS packing crate .. NOW: Coffin (Paul Rawlinson from Levin)
    10.9% Complete
  • 8.4% 4. WAS Door shutters .. NOW: Side Table (Joy Brady from Birkdale)
    8.4% Complete
  • 42% 5. WAS Deck .. NOW: Playground (Anna D'Shea from Pinehaven)
    42% Complete
1778 votes
2852 days ago

Poll: It's time to vote! *Resene Redecorated*

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've been blown away with the entries for this years Resene Upcycling Awards! It wasn't easy to pick these 5 finalists.. now it's over to YOU! Take a look at the before and after images below or check out the finalist piece description details here and vote for your favourite Resene… View moreWe've been blown away with the entries for this years Resene Upcycling Awards! It wasn't easy to pick these 5 finalists.. now it's over to YOU! Take a look at the before and after images below or check out the finalist piece description details here and vote for your favourite Resene Redecorated masterpiece!

(Make sure to vote for your favorite Resene Repurposed category entry too!)

It's time to vote! *Resene Redecorated*
  • 8.2% 1. Recycled Caravan - (Kayleen Martin from Orewa)
    8.2% Complete
  • 17.4% 2. Recycled Drawers - (Serena Roxburgh from Mount Roskill)
    17.4% Complete
  • 9.5% 3. Recycled Table - (Lynda Price from Raumati Beach)
    9.5% Complete
  • 17.6% 4. Recycled Chair - (Jess Robertshaw from Beckenham)
    17.6% Complete
  • 47.3% 5. Recycled Piano - (Karen Malanaphy from Thames)
    47.3% Complete
1966 votes
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2852 days ago

Cheaper petrol

Eve from Picton - Waikawa

Discovered use of gold card at N P D Blenheim gives a 15 cent per litre discount...
Whereas N P D Picton ...price is around $2.04.9 cents a litre..
Certainly worth the trip, even on the smell of an oily rag.

2852 days ago

Wanted

Lynda from Picton - Waikawa

Small chest freezer wanted in good condition please. 021 710028

2853 days ago

Haier Washing Machines

Gabrielle from Picton - Waikawa

Is there anyone in Picton that can fix a Haier washing machine

2853 days ago

Live house burn - Fire and Emergency + Seven Sharp

Chris Kennedy from Fire and Emergency New Zealand

How fast can a house burn? Be sure to tune in on 30th April as we burn a house down live on Seven Sharp, TV1 7pm.

We will also be streaming this live with 360 degree cameras to the Fire and Emergency Facebook page so please share or follow #houseonfire www.facebook.com...

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