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3235 days ago

Are you an Easter Instant winner?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've given 30 (!) Neighbourly winners a little Easter treat. If your name's on the list below then your Easter is going to be a little sweeter. You've won a $20 voucher for your local The Warehouse so you can head down to grab yourself your favourite Easter chocolate treats. You … View moreWe've given 30 (!) Neighbourly winners a little Easter treat. If your name's on the list below then your Easter is going to be a little sweeter. You've won a $20 voucher for your local The Warehouse so you can head down to grab yourself your favourite Easter chocolate treats. You might even treat your favourite neighbour to something delicious.

Congratulations to:
Philip Taramai - Lower Hutt
Mere Wetere - Nelson
Ann Mackay - Oamaru
Terry Green - Porirua
Andrew Douglas - Invercargill
Priya Patel - Wellington
Lynne Street - Rotorua
Vijen Reddy - Hamilton
Rob Voss - Whangaparaoa
Dianna Cork - Mount Maunganui
Joanna Fleet - Otaki
Catriona Greig - Porirua
Donald Fowler - Nelson
Liz Claridge - Whangamata
Billy Boston - Christchurch
Elizabeth Mark - Waikanae
Brett Lovegrove - Christchurch
John Dowling - Auckland
Tracy Morton - Raglan
Jacqueline Ross from Blenheim
Ntombi Mupariwa - Paraparaumu
Florentina McInnes - Napier
Morag Hughson - Tauranga
Marjo Plessius - Putaruru
Beverley Broad - Christchurch
Mahendra Patel - Hamilton
Leonie Hona - Whangarei
Mandy Clark - North Auckland
Sean McNulty - Kerikeri
Sue Scott - Gisborne

To claim your prize just get in touch with the Neighbourly team before 12pm Thursday 13 April to claim their prize. If you spot a familiar name from your neighbourhood, be sure to give them the good news!

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3235 days ago

Made Plans With Mum This Mother's Day?

Jennian Homes Nelson Bays

The Jennian Homes Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is back for 2017, proudly supporting the Heart Foundation NZ.

We've got over $25,000 worth of fantastic prizes up for grabs including: Fitbit activity trackers, Stirling Sports vouchers, Canopy Camping Escapes + more. Each entrant will … View more
The Jennian Homes Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is back for 2017, proudly supporting the Heart Foundation NZ.

We've got over $25,000 worth of fantastic prizes up for grabs including: Fitbit activity trackers, Stirling Sports vouchers, Canopy Camping Escapes + more. Each entrant will also receive a Dick Frizzell designed event t-shirt.

So, get your running shoes ready to walk alongside thousands of other women to promote good heart health. You could even rub shoulders with an Olympian.

Sign up to a 5km Fun Run/Walk near you to show your support:

3235 days ago

FreshChoice store hours this Easter weekend!

FreshChoice Picton

It’s Easter this weekend! Check out our Easter opening hours and make sure you stock up on goodies before your trip away or relaxing weekend in.

Picton Supermarket:

Good Friday 14th April 7am – 9pm
Saturday 15th April 7am – 9pm
Easter Sunday 16th April 7am – 9pm
Easter Monday 17th … View more
It’s Easter this weekend! Check out our Easter opening hours and make sure you stock up on goodies before your trip away or relaxing weekend in.

Picton Supermarket:

Good Friday 14th April 7am – 9pm
Saturday 15th April 7am – 9pm
Easter Sunday 16th April 7am – 9pm
Easter Monday 17th April 7am – 9pm
Find your local store

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3235 days ago

Are you planning on doing any DIY over Easter?

ACC New Zealand

Don’t wobble your way through your home DIY jobs this weekend. Take a couple of minutes to plan your work with these three key ladder tips:
1) Secure your ladder so that it’s stable and doesn’t wobble
2) Maintain three points of contact and
3) Take care not to over-reach!
We hope all … View more
Don’t wobble your way through your home DIY jobs this weekend. Take a couple of minutes to plan your work with these three key ladder tips:
1) Secure your ladder so that it’s stable and doesn’t wobble
2) Maintain three points of contact and
3) Take care not to over-reach!
We hope all your home DIY projects over the long weekend go well.
See more DIY tips

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3238 days ago

Is this an Easter message in the clouds?

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

Kate Reedy-Webb sent us this photo of the clouds over the Awatere Valley.
If you have a photo you would like to share please email it to megan.leov@mex.co.nz - thank you.

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3238 days ago

Poll: What interests you most about Yealands Classic Fighters air show?

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

We're sending reporters and photographers to the air show next weekend. What do you most want to read about in their reports?

What interests you most about Yealands Classic Fighters air show?
  • 32.3% The aircraft
    32.3% Complete
  • 3.2% The reenactments
    3.2% Complete
  • 0% The music, entertainment and fireworks
    0% Complete
  • 6.5% The classic cars
    6.5% Complete
  • 0% The economic impact on Marlborough
    0% Complete
  • 0% The crowds
    0% Complete
  • 0% I like the photos but I wouldn't read a story about it
    0% Complete
  • 41.9% The whole shebang
    41.9% Complete
  • 16.1% I'm not interested in Yealands Classic Fighters at all
    16.1% Complete
31 votes
3238 days ago

You're invited to our FREE New Home Builder's session

The Team from Jennian Homes

Building a new home is exciting - except when you have an 'OH NO' moment. We'd like to invite you to meet your local Jennian Homes team at our FREE upcoming New Home Builders’ Information Session.
Here's a little of what we'll cover off:
• How best to establish … View more
Building a new home is exciting - except when you have an 'OH NO' moment. We'd like to invite you to meet your local Jennian Homes team at our FREE upcoming New Home Builders’ Information Session.
Here's a little of what we'll cover off:
• How best to establish your construction budget
• How to avoid hidden costs
• Easy ways to save money by building an environmentally friendly home
• How to plan a home you've always wanted
As your local team, we'd love to share our construction industry and knowledge to ensure you're well prepared for your home building journey. It's a great opportunity to ask any questions you may have around designing your dream home.

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments; find out more at jennianinfo.com
Book now

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3239 days ago

100 Years and Counting!

The Team from Havelock Lions Clubs

Lions Clubs are for everyone. No matter whether you are 12 or 100 we have a club for you! With 366 Clubs across the country, it's easy to get involved, meet new people, and do some awesome stuff to help your neighbours and your community.

Why not come check out one our clubs and see what … View more
Lions Clubs are for everyone. No matter whether you are 12 or 100 we have a club for you! With 366 Clubs across the country, it's easy to get involved, meet new people, and do some awesome stuff to help your neighbours and your community.

Why not come check out one our clubs and see what you think, or even better, get a bunch of mates together and start your very own club! We'd love to see you.

Happy Thursday Everyone!

From all of us at Lions.

Check us out on Facebook at www.facebook.com...

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3239 days ago

Important info for those affected by Cyclone Debbie

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Cyclone Debbie is causing devastation around the country including serious flooding, landslides, road closures and evacuations. Here are a few things you can do to ensure you're kept up-to-date and best prepared.
• For live updates on how Cyclone Debbie is affecting your community … View more
Cyclone Debbie is causing devastation around the country including serious flooding, landslides, road closures and evacuations. Here are a few things you can do to ensure you're kept up-to-date and best prepared.
• For live updates on how Cyclone Debbie is affecting your community visit the Stuff Live blog.
• To send or receive urgent updates on time-sensitive emergency events in your community, sign up for Neighbourly Urgent Alerts. These are completely free to send and receive, and can be sent as a SMS text message or email.
• If you can support a neighbour in need, please share details of how you help on your Neighbourly noticeboard. Make a post now.
• To spread the word and notify others of what's happening around your neighbourhood contact your local reporter to share details and/or photos
Get live updates

3239 days ago

Homemade hot cross buns straight out of the oven!

FreshChoice New Zealand

You can't beat freshly baked hot cross buns straight out the oven! Warm yourself this Autumn with this scrumptious homemade hot cross bun recipe. Invite your friends, family and neighbours over and serve with butter and a jam of your choosing. These also make a perfect packed snack if … View moreYou can't beat freshly baked hot cross buns straight out the oven! Warm yourself this Autumn with this scrumptious homemade hot cross bun recipe. Invite your friends, family and neighbours over and serve with butter and a jam of your choosing. These also make a perfect packed snack if you're heading away for the long weekend!

Want more recipes from us? Join your local foodies group!
Check out the recipe!

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3240 days ago

From May, the Marlborough Express will be published three times a week

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

Click through to read our Q&A with Marlborough Regional Editor Nicola Coburn.
If you have questions for Nicola you are welcome to contact her by email nicola.coburn@fairfaxmedia.co.nz or call her on 5208900.

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3240 days ago

Register a Great Community Clean Up Event and WIN!

The Warehouse New Zealand

Do you care about how your community looks? The Great Community Clean Up is all about taking ownership of the places we live and love - our neighbourhoods. It doesn't need to be anything big; picking up a little litter in your street, tidying up your favourite park, or removing bits and bobs … View moreDo you care about how your community looks? The Great Community Clean Up is all about taking ownership of the places we live and love - our neighbourhoods. It doesn't need to be anything big; picking up a little litter in your street, tidying up your favourite park, or removing bits and bobs from a nearby beach are all great events! Plus, register an event between 27 April and 3 May you could WIN great prizes.

So grab your flatmates, your kids, your neighbour or your whole street and head to a place that you love in your community and make a difference. Your contributions will help make your community a cleaner and happier place to live! #CleanUpNZ
Register now

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3240 days ago

Would anyone like to adopt a cat?

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

Loana Pickering thought her cat was fixed.
Eleven kittens later, and with SPCA Marlborough scrambling to find room for an unprecedented number of abandoned cats, Loana feels helpless.

3241 days ago

Cut down your power bill this autumn!

Electric Kiwi

See our 5 top tips for cutting down your autumn power bill:

1. If you’re not using it, switch it off: If you’re not using an appliance, such as a heated towel, dryer, or TV, switch it off at the wall so it doesn’t use power on standby.

2. Change your cooking habits: Eat fresh veges … View more
See our 5 top tips for cutting down your autumn power bill:

1. If you’re not using it, switch it off: If you’re not using an appliance, such as a heated towel, dryer, or TV, switch it off at the wall so it doesn’t use power on standby.

2. Change your cooking habits: Eat fresh veges instead of cooking. Using the oven for an hour a night can add $20 to your monthly power bill.

3. Use curtains to trap heat in: Let the sun heat your home during the day then close your curtains to stop the warmth escaping in the evening.

4. If you’re away, turn the hot water cylinder off: You can save up to $36 on your power bill if you switch your hot water cylinder off while away on weekends.

5. Make the most out of your FREE Hour of Power: Utilise power deals like Electric Kiwi’s free Hour of Power, which gives you one off peak hour of free power a day. Use this hour to heat your home, turn on the dishwasher, or run the washing machine and dryer.

Find out more about Electric Kiwi’s free Hour of Power
Find out more!

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3241 days ago

Cawthron Marlborough Environment Awards.

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

Huge congratulations to Dog Point Vineyards who took out the supreme award at the Cawthron Marlborough Environment Awards.

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