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MetService has warned "unstable" weather conditions are expected over the next 48 hours, with a risk of thunderstorms and hail in the top of the south.
Nelson, Marlborough and Wairarapa could experience rainfall up to 25 millimetres per hour and 15mm hailstones from Wednesday afternoon … View moreMetService has warned "unstable" weather conditions are expected over the next 48 hours, with a risk of thunderstorms and hail in the top of the south.
Nelson, Marlborough and Wairarapa could experience rainfall up to 25 millimetres per hour and 15mm hailstones from Wednesday afternoon as slow-moving, localised storms hit those regions.
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Make a plan with your family that includes what you’ll do if you can’t get home, who can help you and who in your neighbourhood might need your help. www.happens.nz...
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Take a walk: Blairich Recreation Reserve, 12km in from State Highway 1 on the Awatere Valley Rd. The reserve is situated between the road to the north, the Awatere River to the south and the outlet of the Blairich Stream to the west. A freedom camping sites (two night stay).
Take a Picnic: Ward … View moreTake a walk: Blairich Recreation Reserve, 12km in from State Highway 1 on the Awatere Valley Rd. The reserve is situated between the road to the north, the Awatere River to the south and the outlet of the Blairich Stream to the west. A freedom camping sites (two night stay).
Take a Picnic: Ward Beach Reserve, an interesting exposed section of coast which is also used by the local fishing industry.
Paddle in the River: Brown River Reserve, a great swimming spot or picnic area. French Pass turnoff, Rai Valley, off State Highway 6.
Go Camping: Ohauparuparu Bay is a remote freedom camping site in the Kenepuru Sound for self-contained vehicles only. It is tidal, allowing boats to launch at high tide. It is a long drive along the Kenepuru Road.
Get Away From it All: Tirimoana Reserve, Anakiwa Rd, a landscaped open space for informal recreation and activities.
Play on the Slide: Vorbach Reserve, Vorback Pl, Renwick. A small neighbourhood reserve with play equipment.
Enjoy the View: Gather some friends and take a walk in the Wither Hills Farm Park from the entrance off Cob Cottage Rd.
When juggling family life, having that little bit extra time for healthy lunch boxes can be a challenge. That’s when FreshChoice comes to the rescue! We've created the Pronto Box recipe series to help you create quick and delicious lunchbox solutions for you and your family! … View moreWhen juggling family life, having that little bit extra time for healthy lunch boxes can be a challenge. That’s when FreshChoice comes to the rescue! We've created the Pronto Box recipe series to help you create quick and delicious lunchbox solutions for you and your family! Watch the video now!
Meet the Dead: Steve Austin, Marlborough Museum, talking about moa bones, snail shells and dead butterflies at the museum. Great for children. 11am to noon, free entry, bookings essential 5781712.
Linkwater School FunDay: 10am to 2pm. Cafe, BBQ food, garlic mussels, silent auction, cake stall, … View moreMeet the Dead: Steve Austin, Marlborough Museum, talking about moa bones, snail shells and dead butterflies at the museum. Great for children. 11am to noon, free entry, bookings essential 5781712.
Linkwater School FunDay: 10am to 2pm. Cafe, BBQ food, garlic mussels, silent auction, cake stall, chocolate wheel, games, entertainment, races, plants, Second hand clothing, white elephant, ice creams, raffles, Bouncy castle, Titanic, Rides and more.
Duncannon Open Day: Public welcome 10am to 2pm. Come and see the workers accommodation.
Marlborough Farmers Market: A and P Park. 9am to noon.
Hymn Singing: With Barry Parker, organist. Exercise your lungs and enjoy a cup of tea afterwards. 4.30pm. Gold coin donation towards church renovations. Tua Marina Church, Brayshaw Park.
Tour of the Radio Collection: A unique collection of Marlborough radios and music. Tune in to Brayshaw FM on 107.1FM. 2pm to 3pm, Radio Museum, Brayshaw Park.
Working Bee and Tours: 9.30am. Meet at the Wairau Rowing Club. Grovetown Lagoon Society will be running walking tours at the lagoon at 9am and 10am. Volunteer or take a tour. BBQ to finish.
Aquarium Club: 2pm, Helen 5778480 or Carol 5779782.
Clay Target Club: Keith 5757065ah.
Ulysses: Ride to Murchison for lunch at Beeches Cafe. Meet at the Blenheim Railway Station south end, ride departs 10am.
Marlborough Rock and Mineral Club: Brayshaw Park. 10am to 4pm, rocks, minerals, crystals, work room and books. Free.
Modellers Society: Model boat and yacht sailing at Brayshaw Park, 1pm to 4pm.
Riverside Railway: Train departs from Brayshaw Park Station 1.15pm and 3pm for Omaka and return. 1.45pm for Beaver Station, Riverside Park, central Blenheim and return. Cash only. brrnz.webs.com
Kapahaka, Tua Marina Hall: 12 to 3pm, all welcome.
Keyboard Club: 1.45pm, electronic keyboards. Adrienne 5786589.
Model Aero Club: ARA, Wairau Valley, 9am, Murray 5789199 or Tony 5779776.
Petanque: 10am, 65A Weld St, Chris 5787303. or John 5779789.
Sunday recreational ride: Departs 9am from AvantiPlus Blenheim 61 Queen. bikemarlborough.co.nz.
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Plenty of things to see and do ...
Harbour Open Day: 10am, Picton Marina. Spot prizes, giveaways. Visit Niwa's Research Vessel, Coastguards Marine Ambulance and Maritime New Zealand's oil spill response vessel. Learn more about maritime emergency services, NIWA's close up look at … View morePlenty of things to see and do ...
Harbour Open Day: 10am, Picton Marina. Spot prizes, giveaways. Visit Niwa's Research Vessel, Coastguards Marine Ambulance and Maritime New Zealand's oil spill response vessel. Learn more about maritime emergency services, NIWA's close up look at the Queen Charlotte seafloor, charting the waterways, the new Marlborough Cruise Guide, regional oil spill response and safe boating and marine animals. Board the vessels, see the technology and hear the stories.
Book Sale: Havelock Lions three-day book sale at Havelock Town Hall, Main St, 9am to 3pm today, Sunday and Monday. Eftpos available.
Linkwater School Art Auction: 5pm preview with drinks and nibbles. 7pm auction. Tickets $20. Linkwater School 35742200. Local artistic works in many mediums.
Eastern States Speedway: Opening night, Pak Lims Rd, race starts 6pm, gates open 5pm.
Riverside Railway: Train departs from Brayshaw Park Station 1.15pm and 3pm for Omaka and return. 1.45pm for Beaver Station, Riverside Park, central Blenheim and return. Cash only. brrnz.webs.com
Artisan Market: Wynen St, Blenheim
Redwood Market: 8am to noon, Cleghorn St car park. Plants, produce, cards, jewellery, flowers, handcrafts. Supporting hospice. Alison 5785109.
Kaikoura Schoolyard Market: 9am to 1pm. Stalls $10 (3.5m x 3.5m.), no need to book as there is plenty of room. Marlene 033195759.
Ulysses Club: 10am, meet at The Vines Village. Prospective members welcome.
Marlborough Museum: Brayshaw Heritage Park, daily 10am to 4pm. 5781712. New exhibition Sole Mates.
Picton Museum: 10am to 4pm daily, 9 London Quay, 5738283.
Vintage Farm Machinery: 10am to 3pm, Brayshaw Vintage farm. Guided tours available, Doris 5794357.
Brooklyn Croquet Club: Golf croquet at Whitehead Park, 15 Brooklyn Dr. 1pm, Saturday, Tuesday and Thursday. Afternoon tea supplied.
Boot Sale: 8am to 2pm Blenheim Railway Station car park, Grove Rd. John 5783918.
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What do you have planned for this holiday weekend?
NZTA has released images of the new Grove Rd/Opawa Bridge.
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A1 Picton Shuttles is starting a shuttle service to Blenheim , first run is this Thursday (20th), depart Picton 09.15 and depart Blenheim 14.30---call them for more information
Simply the Breast dragon boat team member Susie Williams is looking for more hands on deck.
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Hi neighbours. Let's talk.
We're changing the Marlborough Express and we want your input.
We've been part of this place for 150 years but the way you, our readers and advertisers, operate is changing and we have to change too. Digital audiences are growing fast and revenues for … View moreHi neighbours. Let's talk.
We're changing the Marlborough Express and we want your input.
We've been part of this place for 150 years but the way you, our readers and advertisers, operate is changing and we have to change too. Digital audiences are growing fast and revenues for daily papers won't sustain daily papers every day.
So we want to talk about what we should do.
We want to be clear; we're here to stay. But we need to talk about how we secure the future.
Take a look here at some of the issues.
Then we'd love you to have your say. Have it here.
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In this week's Pulse of the Neighbourhood Survey we're asking about the schools near you. Would you be happy to send your kids to your local - or would you rather send them somewhere else? Vote below!
On Thursday 20th October for one day only all buses travelling towards Mt Pleasant and McCormacks Bay will detour away from part of Mt Pleasant Rd while road works are carried out. Buses will detour off Major Hornbrooke Rd onto Billys Track and Mt Pleasant Rd back onto Soleares Ave to continue the … View moreOn Thursday 20th October for one day only all buses travelling towards Mt Pleasant and McCormacks Bay will detour away from part of Mt Pleasant Rd while road works are carried out. Buses will detour off Major Hornbrooke Rd onto Billys Track and Mt Pleasant Rd back onto Soleares Ave to continue the normal route UNLESS passengers request to be dropped further up the hill upon boarding the bus.
If a passenger needs to be dropped further along the route buses will detour by continuing the normal route up Major Hornbrooke Rd then detour onto Madeley Rd, Bellview Tce and back down the hill along Major Hornbrooke Rd onto Billys Track and Mt Pleasant Rd back onto Soleares Ave to continue the normal route. Please note passengers need to tell the driver upon boarding they need to be taken up the hill otherwise the shorter detour will be run.
Buses travelling towards Russley are not affected. View detour map attached.
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