Wairau & Waihopai Valleys, Wairau Valley

1997 days ago

Does Picton need a gondola?

Reporter Marlborough Express

Interest in building a gondola overlooking Picton has reignited ahead of an update of the town's decade-old plan.

The multi-million dollar project was shelved in 2016.

Former motelier Eric Collins, who had worked to bring a gondola to Picton for 30 years, said "Picton needs it more … View more
Interest in building a gondola overlooking Picton has reignited ahead of an update of the town's decade-old plan.

The multi-million dollar project was shelved in 2016.

Former motelier Eric Collins, who had worked to bring a gondola to Picton for 30 years, said "Picton needs it more than I do...I don't need that stress."

What do you think? Do you think Picton should have a gondola?

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1990 days ago

Picton to get record-breaking cruise ship numbers

Chloe Ranford Reporter from Marlborough Express

Picton is expected to hit 100,000 cruise ship passengers for the first time during the 2019-20 season, which kicks off in October. That's up 15,000 passengers from last season.

What do you think? Is the seaside town ready for the increase? What could it do to better prepare in future?

Read … View more
Picton is expected to hit 100,000 cruise ship passengers for the first time during the 2019-20 season, which kicks off in October. That's up 15,000 passengers from last season.

What do you think? Is the seaside town ready for the increase? What could it do to better prepare in future?

Read more: bit.ly...

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1990 days ago

Kmart's list of 31 recalls

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours, do you love Kmart?

Hundreds of thousands of inexpensive items that pass through the retail giant's checkouts every year, so it's only to be expected there will be recalls – Kmart even has a recalls page on its website, and there are 31 products on the list.

The … View more
Hi neighbours, do you love Kmart?

Hundreds of thousands of inexpensive items that pass through the retail giant's checkouts every year, so it's only to be expected there will be recalls – Kmart even has a recalls page on its website, and there are 31 products on the list.

The $55 timber Occasional Chair is the latest casualty, although this is a withdrawal rather than a recall. We don't know the reason for its withdrawal, except Kmart says it is for "a potential quality issue". But what other products have been found wanting?

To find out what else is on the recall list, click here

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1990 days ago

Picton to Blenheim bus trial set to begin

The Team from Marlborough District Council

A bus service trial between Blenheim and Picton will begin on Tuesday 6 August.

The off-peak service will start and finish in Waikawa, and will provide two return services on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 9.00 am and 3.00 pm.

There will be designated stops between Picton and Blenheim. Within… View more
A bus service trial between Blenheim and Picton will begin on Tuesday 6 August.

The off-peak service will start and finish in Waikawa, and will provide two return services on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 9.00 am and 3.00 pm.

There will be designated stops between Picton and Blenheim. Within Picton and Waikawa the bus will operate as a hail and ride service meaning passengers will need to wave the bus down.

Maps and timetables showing the bus stops along the route will be available on Council’s website next week. Hard copies will also be available at Council offices.
Find out more

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1991 days ago

Poll: Wet weekend in Marlborough

Sophie Trigger Reporter from Marlborough Express

Marlborough received 48 millimetres of rain from Friday to Monday morning. So far this month 98.2 millimetres has fallen, which is well above average. How did the rain impact your weekend?

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Wet weekend in Marlborough
  • 31.4% It didn't impact me.
    31.4% Complete
  • 22.9% I like the rain - it's good for the garden!
    22.9% Complete
  • 0% I was affected by road closures.
    0% Complete
  • 45.7% I had a weekend inside.
    45.7% Complete
35 votes
1991 days ago

I’m not sure if I need to see a doctor, who to talk to, or where to go?

Stephanie Gray from Nelson Marlborough Health

Healthline is here to help you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 0800 611 116. Healthline nurses are specialists in assessing and advising over the phone.
Phone calls are free within New Zealand.
#healthcarestartshere

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1992 days ago

Important information about your Neighbourly account

Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbourly accounts with any of the email addresses below will be affected by an upcoming change. Find out more here.

To ensure you don't lose access to Neighbourly, simply update your email address in your Account Settings.

Please note it will not be possible to retrieve your … View more
Neighbourly accounts with any of the email addresses below will be affected by an upcoming change. Find out more here.

To ensure you don't lose access to Neighbourly, simply update your email address in your Account Settings.

Please note it will not be possible to retrieve your Neighbourly account after 21 August 2019 unless your email address is updated.

For any help with updating your details, please contact us.

The Neighbourly Team
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1993 days ago

Are you selling your home?

Stuff

Want to reach more buyers? With Showcase Plus you can harness the reach of Stuff and Neighbourly. Your house listing will be featured on the Stuff and Neighbourly websites and apps.

Showcase Plus displays your house listing to a relevant geographic audience. Your property will be exposed to as … View more
Want to reach more buyers? With Showcase Plus you can harness the reach of Stuff and Neighbourly. Your house listing will be featured on the Stuff and Neighbourly websites and apps.

Showcase Plus displays your house listing to a relevant geographic audience. Your property will be exposed to as many potential buyers as possible to drive the best sales result.

Potential buyers will click straight through to your house listing on your agent's website to see detailed property information.

Get in touch with your agent today or email realestate@stuff.co.nz to find out more about using Showcase Plus to sell your home.
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1994 days ago

The Plan: Delay teen drinking

Stephanie Gray from Nelson Marlborough Health

For ideas with decision-making around alcohol and teens, check out some useful websites listed.

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1994 days ago

Poll: Should NZ schools have gender-neutral uniforms?

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

A new law in Wales says schools are required to have gender-neutral uniforms.

This means that while uniforms can include both skirts and pants, schools can't label these as "girls" or "boys" items.

Should NZ follow suit?

To read more, click here.

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Should NZ schools have gender-neutral uniforms?
  • 51.1% Yes
    51.1% Complete
  • 48.9% No
    48.9% Complete
1743 votes
1994 days ago

Kids only - keep out!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Blenheim

Kid’s love somewhere to hide and seek.


This day tent is a perfect fort for indoors or a place to retreat from the sun when playing outside, with highlights of Resene colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick … View more
Kid’s love somewhere to hide and seek.


This day tent is a perfect fort for indoors or a place to retreat from the sun when playing outside, with highlights of Resene colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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1995 days ago

Memories of the Moon landing

Jennifer Eder Reporter from Marlborough Express

Residents at Redwood Care on Cleghorn St remember being "awestruck" and "glued to the screen" watching grainy black and white footage of Apollo 11 land on the moon on July 20, 1969. Did you watch the broadcast, and whose TV was it on?

1995 days ago

Thank you: The Southern Trust

Graeme Dingle Foundation

🙏🏻 A huge thank you to The Southern Trust for their amazing support of our National Support Office!

Your contribution really does make a difference to the lives of thousands of Tamariki across Aotearoa!

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1996 days ago

🏕️ Three ProjectK schools have recently returned from their wilderness adventures braving the winter cold. 🌲

Graeme Dingle Foundation

The schools involved were Kelston Girls College, Northcote College and Waitakere College, and the activities they took part in included; tramping, water activities and a solo camping night.

Congrats to all those involved. We hope you all had an amazing time!

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1996 days ago

Retirement living and care you can trust

The Team from

For Ryman Healthcare residents, knowing they’re part of a community they can trust and that genuinely cares, provides real peace of mind. Experience the difference!

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