Picton - Waikawa, Picton

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705 days ago

Volunteers

The Team from Citizens Advice Bureau Marlborough

Would you like to become one of our volunteers?

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707 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.
Donate now

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707 days ago

Win 1 of 4 Premium 55” Panasonic 4K TVs worth $2999* each.

The TV Guide

To celebrate the FIFA World Cup, the TV Guide is giving you the chance to upgrade your lounge and impress your friends with a brand new 55” Panasonic 4K TV. Catch all the action with Panasonic’s new Premium LED TV, perfect for watching the FIFA World Cup, your favourite movies, streaming … View moreTo celebrate the FIFA World Cup, the TV Guide is giving you the chance to upgrade your lounge and impress your friends with a brand new 55” Panasonic 4K TV. Catch all the action with Panasonic’s new Premium LED TV, perfect for watching the FIFA World Cup, your favourite movies, streaming services, or classic TV shows.

Pick up a copy of the TV Guide each week between 13 Oct to 9 Nov, find the codeword, and follow the directions to be in to win! Each issue and codeword will be a new chance to win. You’ll have until 15 Nov to enter online or mail in your codeword. To view the T&Cs click here.

The team at the TV Guide

*based on recommended retail price
Find out more

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707 days ago

Poll: When it comes to mowing the street berm, do you take care of the neighbour's too?

Colleen from Neighbourly.co.nz

There's a fine line between being helpful and minding your own business.

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When it comes to mowing the street berm, do you take care of the neighbour's too?
  • 32.1% Of course! It's the neighbourly thing to do.
    32.1% Complete
  • 21.1% I'd consider it, but probably wouldn't without checking first.
    21.1% Complete
  • 13.8% No way, I can barely get my own done as it is.
    13.8% Complete
  • 30.3% I don't have a berm so it's not an option to consider.
    30.3% Complete
  • 2.8% People mow berms?
    2.8% Complete
109 votes
708 days ago

Homed Marlborough Express - Out Now!

Jessica Zimmerman Reporter from Homed - Marlborough Property Express

Our House of the Week this week is nestled amongst native bush in Moetapu Bay, with stunning views of Pelorus Sound. For sale through Lorraine Barrett and Martyn Birch from Harcourts. See the views for yourself on page 7 of Homed!

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed … View more
Our House of the Week this week is nestled amongst native bush in Moetapu Bay, with stunning views of Pelorus Sound. For sale through Lorraine Barrett and Martyn Birch from Harcourts. See the views for yourself on page 7 of Homed!

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Marlborough Property Express to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in the Homed Marlborough Property Express.

Distribution & Delivery:
- 20,000 copies delivered every Thursday inside the Marlborough Midweek and stands around Blenheim.

For more information:
- Please ask your agent to contact Bronwyn Hawkins bronwyn.hawkins@stuff.co.nz

Not receiving your weekly delivery?
Please phone 0800 339000 or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz

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709 days ago

7 ways to garden greener

The Warehouse New Zealand

With spring in the air, the price of veggies on the rise and Christmas around the corner there has never been a better time to get gardening!

You don’t need to spend big to get involved, and The Warehouse has plenty of options for anyone – from the avid green thumbs to the gardening novices.… View more
With spring in the air, the price of veggies on the rise and Christmas around the corner there has never been a better time to get gardening!

You don’t need to spend big to get involved, and The Warehouse has plenty of options for anyone – from the avid green thumbs to the gardening novices. You could grow a few veggies, fruit trees or even some windowsill herbs – all are a small step to living more sustainably, while saving a little money! Check out 7 ways to garden greener with The Warehouse.
Find out more

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709 days ago

Smartsizing your future

Ernest Rutherford Retirement Village

Smartsizing is about creating a life of simplicity and enjoyment, by ensuring your home fits your lifestyle, now and in the future.
If you want to spend more time with family and friends, travel, stay active and learn new things, smartsizing makes this much easier. With less time spent on … View more
Smartsizing is about creating a life of simplicity and enjoyment, by ensuring your home fits your lifestyle, now and in the future.
If you want to spend more time with family and friends, travel, stay active and learn new things, smartsizing makes this much easier. With less time spent on maintenance and chores you’ll have more time to create a life full of enjoyment and meaning.
These webinars will offer insight into how you can make this happen.

Join us to hear from experts in their field as they offer insight into how you can achieve this.

Understanding the property market - Presented by Shane Cortese on Monday 14 November, 3:30pm.

Smart home technology - Presented by Grant Sidaway on Tuesday 15 November, 3:30pm.

Downsizing your way to a richer, happier life - Presented by Peter Walsh on Wednesday 16 November, 3:30pm.

These informative presentations are not to be missed, to find out more or to register click below.

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709 days ago

Have you met the volunteers at Addington Farm?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

These amazing community gardeners are finalists for our 2022 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year. Read about their great work (and the other four finalists), and vote for your favourite!

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709 days ago

Golf Day Fundraiser

David from Blenheim

BLENHEIM GOLF CLUB
Multiple Sclerosis - Parkinson's Society TOURNAMENT

18 Holes 5th November 10 am ( Shotgun Start depending on
entries) Great prizes --- Great Fun Target Green and novelty holes

Entry Fee $30 Best Nett over Field -- Men & Ladies Stableford in Grades ( subject … View more
BLENHEIM GOLF CLUB
Multiple Sclerosis - Parkinson's Society TOURNAMENT

18 Holes 5th November 10 am ( Shotgun Start depending on
entries) Great prizes --- Great Fun Target Green and novelty holes

Entry Fee $30 Best Nett over Field -- Men & Ladies Stableford in Grades ( subject to Entries)

Entries to blenheimgolfsecretary@gmail.com
Major Sponsor Ray White Real Estate

710 days ago

Have you met Wendy Zhou? She's helped saved more than 350,000kg of food

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Wendy Zhou is one of the finalists for the 2022 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year. Read about her (and the other four finalists), and vote for your favourite!

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711 days ago

Have you met Kelly Francis?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

She is one of the five finalists for the 2022 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year. Read about her (and the other four finalists), and vote for your favourite!

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711 days ago

Swimming Pool

John and Bev from Picton - Waikawa

Hi. Has anyone had any problems with the paint on their newly painted swimming pool.

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711 days ago

Cloudworks - Work from home

Mike and Stephie from Blenheim

Hi Everyone
We're an established online services | websites | systems providers. Just recently, with future prospects a little tricky to figure out, we have turned our focus to support family | small business and startup communities.

If you have thoughts of working from home, we have … View more
Hi Everyone
We're an established online services | websites | systems providers. Just recently, with future prospects a little tricky to figure out, we have turned our focus to support family | small business and startup communities.

If you have thoughts of working from home, we have proven capability, very low overheads and business ideas to get you started. We encourage families to involve their whole family and make NZ families great again

Training happens online, we try to fit in with your timing as much as feasible. Solo or group training is fine. If you need basic skills then we can help with that too.

If you are interested, set up a time with us - at no cost - and let's hatch a plan. Email us at opportunity@cloudworks.nz

Mike and Stephie

712 days ago

Get the day’s top news with Two Minutes of Stuff

Stuff

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Two minutes is all you'll need to get up to speed on today's talking point and the biggest news of the day and stories you don't want to miss. A fully-curated … View more
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712 days ago

Mens 21 Speed Commuter Bike

Phil from Blenheim

Avanti Breeze 21 speed - the perfect commuter for Blenheim, makes the Nor-wester seem mild.
I rode this bike into town for work over many years and loved riding it. The bike is mechanically very good. Indexed gears all work, tyres are good.
The Breeze is built a bit more robustly than most bike … View more
Avanti Breeze 21 speed - the perfect commuter for Blenheim, makes the Nor-wester seem mild.
I rode this bike into town for work over many years and loved riding it. The bike is mechanically very good. Indexed gears all work, tyres are good.
The Breeze is built a bit more robustly than most bike of its time and can comfortably manage a bit of off road.

Price: $100

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