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Jennifer Eder Reporter from Marlborough Express
Cafe owners and shopkeepers are urging Marlburians to keep supporting their local businesses, as the move to red has brought a noticeable decrease in foot traffic to town centres.
Our February Seniors newsletter is out now. In this issue we announce our Age friendly fund successful recipients, shine a light on the those nominated for the New Years Honours for Services to Seniors and much more. Check it out here: mailchi.mp...
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Kia ora Aotearoa. Stuff has just finished their annual Summer Snaps competition and we’re thrilled to announce that you'll be the judge of the People and Communities photograph category.
The entries in this category have been shortlisted and we now have five brilliantly captured … View moreKia ora Aotearoa. Stuff has just finished their annual Summer Snaps competition and we’re thrilled to announce that you'll be the judge of the People and Communities photograph category.
The entries in this category have been shortlisted and we now have five brilliantly captured photographs to battle it out. There's a camera up for grabs for our talented photographers, and it's up to you to choose who takes the crown...and the Canon EOS!
Cast your vote in the poll below before 12pm, 11 February.
Peri-urban areas can be described as the landscape interface between town and country or the rural-urban transition zone where urban and rural areas mix.
The probability of wildfire is driven by the amount and dryness of fuel, ambient weather and ignitions. Dry weather exacerbates wildfire risk… View morePeri-urban areas can be described as the landscape interface between town and country or the rural-urban transition zone where urban and rural areas mix.
The probability of wildfire is driven by the amount and dryness of fuel, ambient weather and ignitions. Dry weather exacerbates wildfire risk in this zone and could significantly impact your property! With one of New Zealand’s hottest and driest summers, discover your property’s fire risk and what you can do to reduce it.
We can produce personalised reports for any house on the planet!
Click here to get your property report: https://property-climate-risk-report.co.nz/
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The Team from Resene ColorShop Blenheim
This easy DIY project finished in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Pickled Bluewood provides a roosting and resting site for a rare and threatened native bat.
Find out how to create your own.
Jennifer Eder Reporter from Marlborough Express
With Pelorus Bridge Cafe the region's first location of interest under the red traffic light setting, now is a good time to check you're ready for a community Covid outbreak. Visit covid19.govt.nz for advice on how to prepare and a checklist.
Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel
Hi everyone,
Hokitika has been named the most welcoming town in NZ in Booking.com's 10th annual Traveller Review Awards.
Would be keen to hear from those who live there or who have visited whether they think the town really is exceptionally friendly. What makes it a welcoming place, or … View moreHi everyone,
Hokitika has been named the most welcoming town in NZ in Booking.com's 10th annual Traveller Review Awards.
Would be keen to hear from those who live there or who have visited whether they think the town really is exceptionally friendly. What makes it a welcoming place, or otherwise? Were there any cafes, restaurants, shops or other places you received a particularly warm welcome?
Lake Tekapo and Oamaru came in second and third place respectively, followed by Cambridge, Picton, Invercargill, Martinborough, Kerikeri and Palmerston North. Would also love to hear from you if you have thoughts on these places. Please include 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you don't want it to appear in a travel article.
Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts?
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Jennifer Eder Reporter from Marlborough Express
Rotomairewhenua, also known as Blue Lake, about 30 kilometres southwest of St Arnaud, has the clearest recorded natural freshwater in the world. DOC warden Kylie Batt is the lake's new guardian, with a big job ahead as microscopic algae "lake snot" has been found there this summer.
The Team from NZ Compare
The Tiger represents bravery and strength, so this Lunar New Year, we’d like to offer you the chance to WIN 1 of 3 $50 Prezzy Cards, to spend at your local café, takeaway or restaurant!
Our locals have been doing it tough but remaining resilient, brave and strong through the last year. … View moreThe Tiger represents bravery and strength, so this Lunar New Year, we’d like to offer you the chance to WIN 1 of 3 $50 Prezzy Cards, to spend at your local café, takeaway or restaurant!
Our locals have been doing it tough but remaining resilient, brave and strong through the last year. Let's go show them some love Neighbours!
Click 'read more' below to head over to the NZ Compare Facebook page and leave a comment on our Lunar Post telling us what awesome local you'd support if you won.
We hope this Chinese New Year will be filled with happiness, prosperity, and many precious moments with your loved ones.
Entries close midnight 8th February 2022.
Jennifer Eder Reporter from Marlborough Express
A Tongan Lord and a Samoan charity arrived in Blenheim on Thursday to help Marlborough's Tongan community organise shipping containers to fill with food and water donations next week, to help the stricken islands recover from the volcanic eruption and tsunami.
The Team from Resene ColorShop Blenheim
Perch this frame over a garden bed, and drape it with shade cloth, frost cloth or mesh, depending on the season. Paint to suit with Resene.
Find out how to create your own.
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Neighbourly Premium enables you to grow a strong presence in your community, connecting you with thousands of … View moreWant to grow your business this year? Well now you can!
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Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing
Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for the country's best shed! Send in the photos and stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The Resene Shed of the Year 2022 winners will receive prizes worth more than … View moreOnce again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for the country's best shed! Send in the photos and stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The Resene Shed of the Year 2022 winners will receive prizes worth more than $2200. Just tell us in writing why your garden shed is New Zealand's best, and send up to five high-quality photos. Email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close Feb 27, 2022.
As of the 27th of January, fires are unable to be lit in Marlborough District including the Department of Conservation land.
This change from restricted to prohibited has been made due to the hot and dry weather in the region causing high fire danger.
Marlborough District Manager Grant … View moreAs of the 27th of January, fires are unable to be lit in Marlborough District including the Department of Conservation land.
This change from restricted to prohibited has been made due to the hot and dry weather in the region causing high fire danger.
Marlborough District Manager Grant Haywood has advised on the situation and says '"We’re urging the public to avoid any activity that could cause a spark in dry areas, such as welding, grinding or parking vehicles in long, dry grass."
He advises that fires will begin easily in this climate and will be very difficult to extinguish.
"Check any old fires to ensure they are fully extinguished. Rake them out and apply water to be absolutely sure."
Here's what you need to know:
- Open-air fires are banned in Marlborough District including DOC land.
- Parking vehicles in long grass is a risk at this time.
- Activities that involve fire such as welding and grinding are to be avoided.
To check if your planned activity is allowed, and for fire safety advice, go to www.checkitsalright.nz...
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