Picton - Waikawa, Picton

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665 days ago

Be in to win with Southern Cross Pet

Southern Cross Pet Insurance

Share a festive photo of your furry friend and you could be in to win a $100 Prezzy® card. Because the smell of the Christmas tree and the ripping open of presents isn’t only exciting for us. But for them too.

All pets are welcome - Santa paws, claws, beaks, and squeaks. And if you don’t … View more
Share a festive photo of your furry friend and you could be in to win a $100 Prezzy® card. Because the smell of the Christmas tree and the ripping open of presents isn’t only exciting for us. But for them too.

All pets are welcome - Santa paws, claws, beaks, and squeaks. And if you don’t have a pet, that’s fine; we’d love to see your festive snaps too.

Ends 21 December 2022
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665 days ago

Hatchback buy

Mark from Picton - Waikawa

Wanted to buy. Small hatchback – Jazz, Aqua, March, Note, Micra, Getz, Swift, or similar
Ph or text 021 1117191

666 days ago

Summer shut-down

Jyn from Volunteer Marlborough

With the holiday season fast approaching, we'd like to let you all know when we're shutting down for our summer...
The Volunteer Marlborough office will close at 3pm on Friday, 16th December, and we will re-open from 9am on Monday, 16th January.

If you're keen to start the … View more
With the holiday season fast approaching, we'd like to let you all know when we're shutting down for our summer...
The Volunteer Marlborough office will close at 3pm on Friday, 16th December, and we will re-open from 9am on Monday, 16th January.

If you're keen to start the application process for volunteering before Christmas, check our website (click the 'read more' button) or get in touch:
📞 03 577 9388
📨 vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz
📍 1 Market Street, Blenheim

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667 days ago

Want to spread a little Christmas cheer?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hello Marlborough!

We want to know about incredible groups, individuals and organisations doing amazing things for others in our communities over the festive season. Simply share the details of their excellent work in below, and we'll help spread the word on Stuff!

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667 days ago

Calling all house and garden lovers!

Calling all house and garden lovers!

This is a unique opportunity to step inside the pages of the iconic New Zealand House & Garden magazine and experience a captivating mix of indoor and outdoor spaces.

Simply enquire online and be in to win:
- Return flights for two to the NZ … View more
Calling all house and garden lovers!

This is a unique opportunity to step inside the pages of the iconic New Zealand House & Garden magazine and experience a captivating mix of indoor and outdoor spaces.

Simply enquire online and be in to win:
- Return flights for two to the NZ House & Garden Tours location of your choice
- Tickets for two to the NZ House & Garden Tours
- Two nights accommodation
- Rental car
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668 days ago

Seniors Newsletter

The Team from Office for Seniors

Have you read our December Seniors Newsletter? Do you have a Community Services Card or know someone who does? From 1 February 2023 Community Services Card holders are eligible for a continued 50% discount on public transport. You can read more in this issue.

This newsletter also includes some … View more
Have you read our December Seniors Newsletter? Do you have a Community Services Card or know someone who does? From 1 February 2023 Community Services Card holders are eligible for a continued 50% discount on public transport. You can read more in this issue.

This newsletter also includes some good advice on how to keep up your hydration and stay safe and cool this summer.

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668 days ago

Jasmine's Career Navigator Story

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Marlborough

Jasmine was recently awarded one of three 'Career Navigator Outstanding Achievement from a Participant' Awards at our National Excellence Awards 🧡

"Career Navigator has been a huge help in giving me as well as other students a complete understanding of the many businesses and … View more
Jasmine was recently awarded one of three 'Career Navigator Outstanding Achievement from a Participant' Awards at our National Excellence Awards 🧡

"Career Navigator has been a huge help in giving me as well as other students a complete understanding of the many businesses and opportunities available for us in the real world after school. It helped us recognise that everything is possible if we are prepared to go the extra mile in life, mentoring with a range of different people really gave us an in depth understanding of workplaces firsthand."

Learn more about Career Navigator through the link below!

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668 days ago

Respite care when you need it

Ernest Rutherford Retirement Village

Respite care provides temporary care in a range of circumstances. From rehabilitation after a hospital stay, to a little extra support – whether it’s for a single night or a few weeks.

A short stay at our care centre could be a welcome break from your usual routine.

We offer respite care … View more
Respite care provides temporary care in a range of circumstances. From rehabilitation after a hospital stay, to a little extra support – whether it’s for a single night or a few weeks.

A short stay at our care centre could be a welcome break from your usual routine.

We offer respite care at resthome-level and in most villages' hospital and specialist dementia-level care.

What you can expect:
- Customised care via our award-winning myRyman Care app
- Bespoke seasonal menu, that's prepared fresh on site
- A variety of activities and outings, making it easy to stay connected with others.

We've been caring for people for over 35 years, it's what we do best.

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669 days ago

The Must-Give Christmas Gift!

Christmas Box

Meeting an ever-increasing need in our communities, Christmas Box provides more than just food in a time of need, it also brings a reminder that there is a community of people who care.

We believe by alleviating some of the pressure that families feel at Christmas time through our food parcels, … View more
Meeting an ever-increasing need in our communities, Christmas Box provides more than just food in a time of need, it also brings a reminder that there is a community of people who care.

We believe by alleviating some of the pressure that families feel at Christmas time through our food parcels, it will create a lasting impact that goes beyond a treat at Christmas.

For only $40 you can donate a Christmas Box to a family in need, providing not just practical help, but much deserved hope too.
Find out more

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670 days ago

Allen Cookson

Christopher from Blenheim

Dad was a science teacher at Marlborough Girls' College from the late 1960s to early 1990s.
He was also involved in the Methodist Church, played in the orchestra for several Blenheim Musical Theatre shows, and was an active member of the Marlborough Tramping Club.
He passed away on Friday … View more
Dad was a science teacher at Marlborough Girls' College from the late 1960s to early 1990s.
He was also involved in the Methodist Church, played in the orchestra for several Blenheim Musical Theatre shows, and was an active member of the Marlborough Tramping Club.
He passed away on Friday the 2nd, aged 83 at Oxford, North Canterbury, where he lived for around the last 25 years.
His funeral is being held at Oxford Union Church, 1pm Thursday, but will be live streamed, so any of his friends or work colleagues will be able to view the service online.
If anyone has any messages, they can pass them on to me.
Just a week before he died Ecan recognised his efforts over many decades in this article: www.ecan.govt.nz...
Given Dad's interest in conservation, rather than flowers, native trees that can be planted and bring pleasure to future generations would be preferable to flowers.
www.treesforcanterbury.org.nz...
The reserve he created is in Canterbury, but he had an association with Marlborough since he was a child, so I'd quite like to plant a tree for him somewhere here too.

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670 days ago

Public Holidays

The Team from Citizens Advice Bureau Marlborough

Tūhuratia ō motika! | Discover your rights! Your employer can only make you work on a public holiday if the holiday falls on a day you normally work. Your employment agreement should also say that you will have to work on a public holiday. If your employment agreement doesn't require you to … View moreTūhuratia ō motika! | Discover your rights! Your employer can only make you work on a public holiday if the holiday falls on a day you normally work. Your employment agreement should also say that you will have to work on a public holiday. If your employment agreement doesn't require you to work on a public holiday and it is a day you would otherwise work, then you are entitled to take the holiday as paid time off (or you can work on that day if you agree to it).

For more information check out www.cab.org.nz...

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676 days ago

Poll: Are you able to get help with your health when needed?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A report has shown that clinics around New Zealand are understaffed, with GP's being overworked and underpaid. And for everyday kiwis, healthcare and emergency healthcare is simply not accessible.

The General Practice Owners Association of Aotearoa's report titled … View more
A report has shown that clinics around New Zealand are understaffed, with GP's being overworked and underpaid. And for everyday kiwis, healthcare and emergency healthcare is simply not accessible.

The General Practice Owners Association of Aotearoa's report titled ‘‘On The Brink’’ outlines the urgent need to address pay parity for GP nurses and doctors, beef up workforce numbers and improve funding allocations for practices with the hopes that this makes heatlhcare more accessible in the community.

Are you noticing delays in getting GP appointments or long waits at after-hours care?

Any comments below may be shared in your local paper's We Say You Say column.

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Are you able to get help with your health when needed?
  • 46.2% Wait times are too long - It's unacceptable.
    46.2% Complete
  • 30.8% I can get the help I need, it just takes longer.
    30.8% Complete
  • 7.7% I haven't noticed an issue.
    7.7% Complete
  • 15.3% I'm happy; I have no complaints.
    15.3% Complete
3445 votes
673 days ago

How to make your own Christmas terrarium

Resene

How to make your own Christmas terrarium painted in Resene.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
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673 days ago

Walnut trees

Chris from Blenheim

Two walnut trees available for someone with lots of space.

Free

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675 days ago

Be in to win with Southern Cross Pet

Southern Cross Pet Insurance

Share a festive photo of your furry friend and you could be in to win a $100 Prezzy® card. Because the smell of the Christmas tree and the ripping open of presents isn’t only exciting for us. But for them too.

All pets are welcome - Santa paws, claws, beaks, and squeaks. And if you don’t … View more
Share a festive photo of your furry friend and you could be in to win a $100 Prezzy® card. Because the smell of the Christmas tree and the ripping open of presents isn’t only exciting for us. But for them too.

All pets are welcome - Santa paws, claws, beaks, and squeaks. And if you don’t have a pet, that’s fine; we’d love to see your festive snaps too.

Ends 21 December 2022
Enter Now

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