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.

3069 days ago

Got a question about the history of Marlborough?

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

Go see the wonderful staff in the archives rooms at the Marlborough Museum. They are incredibly helpful.

Reporter David James writes..... Ten years ago, the archives room at the Marlborough Museum was full of banana boxes stuffed with negatives and other memorabilia. Archives manager Megan … View more
Go see the wonderful staff in the archives rooms at the Marlborough Museum. They are incredibly helpful.

Reporter David James writes..... Ten years ago, the archives room at the Marlborough Museum was full of banana boxes stuffed with negatives and other memorabilia. Archives manager Megan Ross says staff and volunteers will get through it all eventually, although maybe not in her time. .....
Click on the link to read the full story.

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3070 days ago

Age Concern Dignity Champions

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

Do you know what ageism is? It is the discrimination of people on the basis of their age. Unfortunately too many people do not recognise the value older Kiwis bring to society. Age Concern New Zealand wants to change these ageist attitudes and create an inclusive New Zealand where everyone is … View moreDo you know what ageism is? It is the discrimination of people on the basis of their age. Unfortunately too many people do not recognise the value older Kiwis bring to society. Age Concern New Zealand wants to change these ageist attitudes and create an inclusive New Zealand where everyone is supported and valued. Join our social movement to combat ageism in New Zealand by signing up as an Age Concern Dignity Champion. It is FREE and we will even send you a Welcome Pack.

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3071 days ago

The hours are on us!

Student Job Search

ENTER to WIN a hand around the house – on us! 49% of Neighbourly members said they’d like help with gardening, do you agree? Enter your details to WIN 5 hours of work from a local student in your neighbourhood! Whether it be household maintenance, help with the kids, or something else – … View moreENTER to WIN a hand around the house – on us! 49% of Neighbourly members said they’d like help with gardening, do you agree? Enter your details to WIN 5 hours of work from a local student in your neighbourhood! Whether it be household maintenance, help with the kids, or something else – Student Job Search has you covered. We’ll be picking THREE lucky winners so enter now! It’s free to list a job with SJS and we make sure to find the perfect student for your job. Enter HERE and find out for yourself! Enter now

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3071 days ago

WIN - a Classic My Food Bag for your family

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

Marlborough Midweek and My Food Bag have joined forces to give five lucky readers the chance to win a Classic My Food Bag containing five meals for your family.

To enter, please send us photos of dinner at your place.
Entrants need to live in the 7201 post code area for delivery. All entries … View more
Marlborough Midweek and My Food Bag have joined forces to give five lucky readers the chance to win a Classic My Food Bag containing five meals for your family.

To enter, please send us photos of dinner at your place.
Entrants need to live in the 7201 post code area for delivery. All entries must be received by Tuesday, September 26 at 10am.

Please email entries to paula.hulburt@fairfaxmedia.co.nz or drop them into the Express office in Arthur St, Blenheim.

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3071 days ago

Dinner in the bag

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

By her own admission, reporter Paula Hulburt is a whizz with a microwave. As the first delivery of My Food Bags arrive in Blenheim, she took one for a test drive.

Click on the link to read the full story

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3087 days ago

Exercycle

Susan from Blenheim

Does anybody have an exercycle with a good range of height adjustment in the seat, sitting in the shed they don't use anymore. Thanks

Free

3073 days ago

Community Information Day this Thursday

Stephanie Gray from Nelson Marlborough Health

Check out the Nelson Community Information Day this Thursday and learn about things that can make a positive difference in your life.
Community Information Day at Annesbrook Church Hall on Saxton Road in Stoke on September 21 from 10am to 2pm. Admission, services and food is free.

3073 days ago

Love your backyard this Conservation Week

The Team from Department of Conservation

We Kiwis love our backyard. Whether it's our own gardens, parks or our big Kiwi backyard. Because we love it, we want to take care of it. Conservation Week is a great time to show our backyard some love.

There's plenty of ways for you and your family to take part, and we’ll be adding… View more
We Kiwis love our backyard. Whether it's our own gardens, parks or our big Kiwi backyard. Because we love it, we want to take care of it. Conservation Week is a great time to show our backyard some love.

There's plenty of ways for you and your family to take part, and we’ll be adding more local events soon. For information on backyard activities and events near you, visit: www.conservationweek.org.nz....

Plus, keep an eye out for our photo competition details coming soon!

If you know of other Conservation Week events in your area, you can add them to our list here: www.doc.govt.nz...

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3076 days ago

Furniture Gallery

Furniture Gallery Blenheim

Breaking news on fake discounts!

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3078 days ago

SPCA

Max & Lizzie from Blenheim

Further to my suggestion on the Wiskas sachets, if you are spring cleaning your freezer you may like to remember SPCA when discarding meat products that may still be suitable for animal consumption. They are always on the look out for blankets and towels to keep small animals warm too. Such an … View moreFurther to my suggestion on the Wiskas sachets, if you are spring cleaning your freezer you may like to remember SPCA when discarding meat products that may still be suitable for animal consumption. They are always on the look out for blankets and towels to keep small animals warm too. Such an easy way do do a little good in our community.

3079 days ago

Nō hea koe? Where are you from?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Here is a selection of Aotearoa – New Zealand Māori place names. While it's not extensive, can you spot the name of the town closest to you?

Do you know your Kawatiri from your Kirikiriroa? Take Stuff's quick quiz on Māori place names here.

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3079 days ago

New Home Builders Info Session coming up!

The Team from Jennian Homes

Thinking about building or curious about how best to do it? Join a Jennian New Home Builders Information Session.

These completely FREE information evenings are designed to ensure your new build experience is filled with plenty of 'OH YES' moments. No matter your budget or levels of … View more
Thinking about building or curious about how best to do it? Join a Jennian New Home Builders Information Session.

These completely FREE information evenings are designed to ensure your new build experience is filled with plenty of 'OH YES' moments. No matter your budget or levels of experience - you'll leave your Information Session with greater insights into:
• Establishing your construction budget
• Avoiding hidden costs
• Saving money by building an environmentally friendly home
• Planning the home you've always wanted

Your local Jennian team would love to meet you - to share our construction industry knowledge and to find out how we can help get into your dream home. Come along with any questions you might have and learn how to avoid ‘OH NO’ moments. Find out more at jennianinfo.com
Register now

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3079 days ago

Renwick School Twilight Carnival

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

What an amazing night at the carnival.
We'll done to everyone at Renwick School.

3079 days ago

Movie Fundraiser for Age Concern

Melissa from North Blenheim

There are still plenty of tickets available for the premiere of Victoria and Abdul, starring Judi Dench. This film looks amazing, and you really can't go wrong with Judi Dench! It tells the true story of Queen Victoria's friendship with her Indian clerk Abdul.
The event is on this … View more
There are still plenty of tickets available for the premiere of Victoria and Abdul, starring Judi Dench. This film looks amazing, and you really can't go wrong with Judi Dench! It tells the true story of Queen Victoria's friendship with her Indian clerk Abdul.
The event is on this THURSDAY 14th September, at Top Town Cinema. Refreshments will be served from 6pm, with the movie starting at 6.30pm. Please note the date change from previous advertising.
Tickets are $25 and include a drink and nibbles.
They are available from the Age Concern office, between 10am and 1pm (at the Marlborough Community Centre, 25 Alfred Street) or phone us on 5793457. Sorry cash or cheque only.
Also available from Top Town Cinema

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3080 days ago

Voting is now open!

Electoral Commission

Hi neighbours! Did you know that voting is now open for the 2017 General Election? This means you can vote whenever you’re ready.

You can even enrol at any advance voting place if you haven’t already.

To find your closest advance voting place, simply check your EasyVote pack or you can … View more
Hi neighbours! Did you know that voting is now open for the 2017 General Election? This means you can vote whenever you’re ready.

You can even enrol at any advance voting place if you haven’t already.

To find your closest advance voting place, simply check your EasyVote pack or you can check here.
Find out more

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