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"We want to be there when we say we're going to be there," the council said this week. So it is looking at cutting the number of services on both the north and south routes from six to four. Basically it comes down to this; fewer buses on time, or more buses late. What would you … View more"We want to be there when we say we're going to be there," the council said this week. So it is looking at cutting the number of services on both the north and south routes from six to four. Basically it comes down to this; fewer buses on time, or more buses late. What would you prefer?
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The kerbside parking meters outside Blenheim School are being removed, as part of the council's switch to pay-by-plate. If you could remove, or add parking meters, to any street in Blenheim, where would it be?
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A Blenheim Post Shop is to close next month.Will you be affected?
The New Zealand Post Shop at Countdown Redwoodtown put a sign above their post boxes stating that, as of July 1, they would be shutting up shop. Countdown shopper Trina Russell said she was surprised to hear of the closure and … View moreA Blenheim Post Shop is to close next month.Will you be affected?
The New Zealand Post Shop at Countdown Redwoodtown put a sign above their post boxes stating that, as of July 1, they would be shutting up shop. Countdown shopper Trina Russell said she was surprised to hear of the closure and was a little miffed she would need to travel further to post her parcels. Read more about the decision here.
One of the best things about winter is having mates around to catch up over some hearty snacks and the entertainment of a big game.
Hearty gameday choices include blue cheese dip, fried camembert with paprika and parsley, halloumi chips with dukkah, chicken, spring onion and vintage cheddar … View moreOne of the best things about winter is having mates around to catch up over some hearty snacks and the entertainment of a big game.
Hearty gameday choices include blue cheese dip, fried camembert with paprika and parsley, halloumi chips with dukkah, chicken, spring onion and vintage cheddar pizza and impossible to fail Harvati quiche.
So stop off at the chiller section of the supermarket to stock up on quality Mainland cheeses to help craft and create some delicious snacks. Then no matter how your team plays, your friends will go home happy.
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Did you know about 1 in 6 of our kaumฤtua will experience abuse at some point with over 75% of abuses occurring at the hands of family or relatives? Let's put our whฤnau first and end elder abuse once and for all by looking out for our older generations and challenging ageist attitudes.
If … View moreDid you know about 1 in 6 of our kaumฤtua will experience abuse at some point with over 75% of abuses occurring at the hands of family or relatives? Let's put our whฤnau first and end elder abuse once and for all by looking out for our older generations and challenging ageist attitudes.
If you or someone you know is experiencing elder abuse know that it's okay to speak out...
Call 0800 EA NOT OK (08000 32 668 65) for free and confidential help or visit the Age Concern New Zealand website for more advice and resources:
Hard-to-find pipes prompt eleventh hour rethink to water meter plan three years in the making in Renwick and Havelock. Where do you stand on the water meter debate?
With autumnโs falling leaves, now is the perfect time to get creative. Hereโs an art print inspired by the seasonโs magical colours captured with Resene testpots.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.
Find out how to create this quick and … View moreWith autumnโs falling leaves, now is the perfect time to get creative. Hereโs an art print inspired by the seasonโs magical colours captured with Resene testpots.
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
Hi neighbours - Blenheim residents are preparing to hunker down for winter, with many making moves in the home heating department.
The Marlborough District Council issued more than 70 consents for log or wood burners in May. They were a mix of upgrades, new builds, and replacements of … View moreHi neighbours - Blenheim residents are preparing to hunker down for winter, with many making moves in the home heating department.
The Marlborough District Council issued more than 70 consents for log or wood burners in May. They were a mix of upgrades, new builds, and replacements of "non-compliant" fireplaces.
Home heating accounted for a little under half of all buildings consents last month. Read more here.
The Mate Maโa Tonga team are inviting their fans to attend the Auckland fan day (full details below) on Monday 17 June at Mt Smart Stadium for a chance to meet the team ahead of the Oceania Cup Test against the Kiwis on 22 June.
The event, starting at 3.30pm, will feature a DJ, junior … View moreThe Mate Maโa Tonga team are inviting their fans to attend the Auckland fan day (full details below) on Monday 17 June at Mt Smart Stadium for a chance to meet the team ahead of the Oceania Cup Test against the Kiwis on 22 June.
The event, starting at 3.30pm, will feature a DJ, junior performances and signing and selfie stations.
Long-term road safety data from NZTA suggests speed limits on almost 90 per cent of the country's roads are too high and should be lowered.
In 2019 so far, 172 people have been killed on New Zealand's roads, six more than at the same time last year.
Ministry of Transport data for 2016, … View moreLong-term road safety data from NZTA suggests speed limits on almost 90 per cent of the country's roads are too high and should be lowered.
In 2019 so far, 172 people have been killed on New Zealand's roads, six more than at the same time last year.
Ministry of Transport data for 2016, the most recent available on its website, makes for sobering reading โ 328 deaths from 286 fatal road crashes, or 0.9 deaths for every 10,000 vehicles.
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