Picton - Waikawa, Picton

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Whether it's a market, garage sale or free event, share it with your neighbours.

3153 days ago

Free reading and writing classes for adults

Ara Institute of Canterbury

Improve your reading, writing and spelling skills with our FREE adult literacy classes at Ara Institute of Canterbury. They are a great way to enhance your skills for work, study or everyday life, in a friendly and supportive place.

There are daytime and evening classes held throughout the year.… View more
Improve your reading, writing and spelling skills with our FREE adult literacy classes at Ara Institute of Canterbury. They are a great way to enhance your skills for work, study or everyday life, in a friendly and supportive place.

There are daytime and evening classes held throughout the year. To find out more, call us on 0800 24 24 76 or visit ara.ac.nz.
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3153 days ago

Have you got your trap yet?

Robyn Neighbourly Lead from Picton - Waikawa

Picton people, there is still time to pop into the Picton Dawn Chorus pop-up shop on Wellington St to buy your very own rat-trapping device! The $10 boxed traps have been selling well but there are plenty more left.

Making Picton a better place for native birdlife is a community responsibility. If… View more
Picton people, there is still time to pop into the Picton Dawn Chorus pop-up shop on Wellington St to buy your very own rat-trapping device! The $10 boxed traps have been selling well but there are plenty more left.

Making Picton a better place for native birdlife is a community responsibility. If you'd like to do your bit, call into the shop, next to Kiwi Takeaways, between 10.00 and 1.00 Mon to Sat. A friendly volunteer will be happy to sort you out.

Cheers.

3154 days ago

Share your skills and transform lives

Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA)

Want to share your skills through volunteering? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. We accept volunteers aged 25-75.

We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a living allowance. Make a real difference in the lives… View more
Want to share your skills through volunteering? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. We accept volunteers aged 25-75.

We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a living allowance. Make a real difference in the lives of our Pacific neighbours. Learn more about volunteering with VSA.
Register now

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3156 days ago

Road closed

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

A portion of Rapaura Rd will be closed from 7pm to 7am overnight on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday this week.

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3161 days ago

Swimming pool closed

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

The Blenheim Stadium 2000 aquatic centre is closed after seven people who used the pool had become ill.

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3158 days ago

WIN – Marlborough Home & Garden Show!

Marlborough Home & Garden Show

The Marlborough Home and Garden Show is coming to you soon and this is your chance to check out all of the action by winning complimentary double passes! There are 10 up for grabs! Simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter.

Mark your diaries to attend the show – 7th-9th July

Friday & … View more
The Marlborough Home and Garden Show is coming to you soon and this is your chance to check out all of the action by winning complimentary double passes! There are 10 up for grabs! Simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter.

Mark your diaries to attend the show – 7th-9th July

Friday & Saturday: 10am - 5pm
Sunday: 10am - 4pm
Marlborough Lines Stadium 2000

Adults $5 Seniors $2.50 (Friday Only)

Don’t forget to LIKE or THANK the post to enter! T&C’s apply.
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3163 days ago

The emergency housing discussion

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

After a backlash from Springlands residents the council is taking a closer look at how emergency housing run out of Brydan Accommodation, a motel in Springlands, might work.
For example - How will the site be managed to ensure the neighbours will not be disturbed by any outdoor activities? What … View more
After a backlash from Springlands residents the council is taking a closer look at how emergency housing run out of Brydan Accommodation, a motel in Springlands, might work.
For example - How will the site be managed to ensure the neighbours will not be disturbed by any outdoor activities? What happens if a ball goes over the fence?

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3158 days ago

The Favourite Teachers Awards - nominate the teacher who inspired you or your children

Reporter Sunday Star Times

From Dumbledore in Harry Potter, to Mr Holland in Mr Holland's Opus, to Miss Honey in Roald Dahl's famous Matilda, great teachers inspire us all. In New Zealand, Kiwi IT developers are giving teaching a hi-tech upgrade with the creation of robotic maths tutor Amy - but even they admit … View moreFrom Dumbledore in Harry Potter, to Mr Holland in Mr Holland's Opus, to Miss Honey in Roald Dahl's famous Matilda, great teachers inspire us all. In New Zealand, Kiwi IT developers are giving teaching a hi-tech upgrade with the creation of robotic maths tutor Amy - but even they admit robots will never replace the real thing. Nominations are now open for the Favourite Teacher Awards – tell us about the teacher who has inspired you or your children.

www.FavouriteTeacher.co.nz...

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3176 days ago

Poll: MSD in negotiations to buy Blenheim's Brydan Accommodation for emergency housing

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

Residents of a quiet suburb in Blenheim say they like the idea of more emergency housing, just not on their street.

Do you think this is the best place for emergency accommodation?

MSD in negotiations to buy Blenheim's Brydan Accommodation for emergency housing
  • 55.1% This motel is the perfect place for emergency accommodation
    55.1% Complete
  • 44.9% I don't think Springlands is the right place for emergency accommodation
    44.9% Complete
107 votes
3161 days ago

Event guide

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

Let's hope the weather holds out for these great community events: Walk in the Park in the Dark, Matariki celebrations, a scavenger hunt and the first meeting of the season for the Thermette Society plus dozens of other interesting things to see and do (Just click on the link for our … View moreLet's hope the weather holds out for these great community events: Walk in the Park in the Dark, Matariki celebrations, a scavenger hunt and the first meeting of the season for the Thermette Society plus dozens of other interesting things to see and do (Just click on the link for our What's On guide).

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3161 days ago

Score a FREE dip bowl for the perfect dipping occasion!

FreshChoice Picton

Mix up a kiwi favourite by purchasing 2 Maggi packet soup mix and 2 Nestlé Reduced Cream Cans and you'll get a free dipping bowl to enjoy your dip! Find your local FreshChoice store and get your free bowl today! There are 4 Bowl Designs to Collect!
All FreshChoice supermarkets will have … View more
Mix up a kiwi favourite by purchasing 2 Maggi packet soup mix and 2 Nestlé Reduced Cream Cans and you'll get a free dipping bowl to enjoy your dip! Find your local FreshChoice store and get your free bowl today! There are 4 Bowl Designs to Collect!
All FreshChoice supermarkets will have the bowls available until while stocks last, so get in quick!
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3162 days ago

Cheers to the Volunteers

Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Every year, over 11,000 brave men and women keep us safe. Most of them are working full-time jobs. Many are parents or grandparents. When the siren sounds, they all come running.

If you know a fire volunteer, this is your chance to say thanks. #cheerstothevolunteers
Say thanks

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3163 days ago

Electric Kiwi tops customer satisfaction survey

Electric Kiwi

Each year, Canstar Blue asks thousands of electricity customers to rate their retailer on key criteria. This year twelve different retailers feature in the results with Electric Kiwi winning the 2017 Most Satisfied Customers Award – Electricity Providers!

We’re really proud of the way our … View more
Each year, Canstar Blue asks thousands of electricity customers to rate their retailer on key criteria. This year twelve different retailers feature in the results with Electric Kiwi winning the 2017 Most Satisfied Customers Award – Electricity Providers!

We’re really proud of the way our team has made our customers advocates of the Electric Kiwi brand by delivering an exceptional customer experience, and it’s great to see how much customers love Electric Kiwi.

If you’re interested in guaranteed savings, no contracts, awesome online service and one hour of free power every day, then join Electric Kiwi – Rated #1 for Customer Satisfaction.
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3163 days ago

Extra Virgin OIive Oil

Janet from North Blenheim

This years harvest, Excellent percentages 16% Koroneiki (Greek Variety) & 18.9% Barnea (Israeli Variety)
Selling 750 ml Bottles $25.00 or 250ml Bottles $10.00
Beautiful, Rarangi Fresh Olive Oil. First in First served.
Call Janet on 021 298 0940 or email jtalbot@clear.net.nz

Negotiable

3163 days ago

It's National Volunteer Week!

Volunteering New Zealand

Te Radar (TV personality and local legend) shared a video with us in celebration of "National Volunteer Week: Live, Laugh, Share, Volunteer" :www.youtube.com...

Find out more about National Volunteer Week or to find a volunteer centre near you here

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