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2360 days ago

Retired and struggling to make ends meet?

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

What tips do you have for people who are finding it difficult to manage on the pension?

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2360 days ago

Poll: Should te reo Māori be compulsory in schools?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There has been an ongoing discussion amongst political leaders (and Neighbourly members) around whether te reo should be compulsory in schools across New Zealand. It comes after news that the number of people in New Zealand able to speak te reo Māori is declining. What do you think? Should it be … View moreThere has been an ongoing discussion amongst political leaders (and Neighbourly members) around whether te reo should be compulsory in schools across New Zealand. It comes after news that the number of people in New Zealand able to speak te reo Māori is declining. What do you think? Should it be made compulsory? Do you think this will help retain the language?

Neighbourly's own Sarah Moore has started studying te reo Māori follow her journey here.

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Should te reo Māori be compulsory in schools?
  • 34.3% Yes, I agree
    34.3% Complete
  • 56.5% No, I disagree
    56.5% Complete
  • 9.2% I don't mind either way
    9.2% Complete
8762 votes
2361 days ago

All dogs 3 months+ must be registered by 31 July

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A late registration penalty of 50% is applied to every dog over the age of three months which has not been registered on or before 31 July 2018. Registering your dog is cheaper than getting a fine for not registering it. The fine for an unregistered dog is $300. Phone Animal Control on 03 520 9033 … View moreA late registration penalty of 50% is applied to every dog over the age of three months which has not been registered on or before 31 July 2018. Registering your dog is cheaper than getting a fine for not registering it. The fine for an unregistered dog is $300. Phone Animal Control on 03 520 9033 or email animalcontrol@xtra.co.nz if you have any queries. Online Dog Services are available on the Council’s website here.

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2361 days ago

Minister's balancing act

The Team from ACC New Zealand

ACC Minister Hon. Iain Lees-Galloway recently swapped his suit for shorts and a tee to join a ‘Live Stronger for Longer’ strength and balance class. These classes help us as we age to retain lower body and core strength, remaining active to avoid falls.

No-one is bullet proof, falls happen … View more
ACC Minister Hon. Iain Lees-Galloway recently swapped his suit for shorts and a tee to join a ‘Live Stronger for Longer’ strength and balance class. These classes help us as we age to retain lower body and core strength, remaining active to avoid falls.

No-one is bullet proof, falls happen and some can result in broken bones, pain and long healing times and can also make us fearful of falling again. Losing confidence can really affect quality of life.

Live Stronger for Longer strength and balance classes are growing nationwide. Visit www.livestronger.org.nz and join a class near you, you’ll find lots of practical information, advice and resources on how to live an active, healthy and independent life.

Proudly brought to you by ACC, MoH, HQSC and your local community health providers.
Join a class near you

2367 days ago

Poll: What do you think about MPI's new dog-on-ute law?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Dogs on the back of a ute, on a dusty rural road: a scene that captures heartland New Zealand. But new MPI animal welfare regulations promise to complicate moving sheepdogs between paddocks, and other farming practices besides, with the threat of a fine from October.

Dogs on the back of a truck,… View more
Dogs on the back of a ute, on a dusty rural road: a scene that captures heartland New Zealand. But new MPI animal welfare regulations promise to complicate moving sheepdogs between paddocks, and other farming practices besides, with the threat of a fine from October.

Dogs on the back of a truck, trailer or ute, travelling on a public road, had to be tied up with a leash or rope, if not in a cage or crate. The only exception to the rule was if farm dogs were actively helping to move livestock along public roads, in which case they could jump on and off a vehicle.

People caught breaking that law could be fined up to $900 under new Animal Welfare Regulations from October. Read the ministry's guide to the Animal Welfare (Care and Procedures) Regulations at mpi.govt.nz. Read more here

What do you think about MPI's new dog-on-ute law?
  • 26.1% I disagree - Farmers should be able to do what they've done for years
    26.1% Complete
  • 36.8% I support it - let's keep the dogs safe!
    36.8% Complete
  • 29.3% Farmers should make their own decisions
    29.3% Complete
  • 7.8% It can't be monitored
    7.8% Complete
912 votes
2362 days ago

*WIN* Ditch the plastic bags and go natural!

Croco

It's Plastic Free July and we're helping kiwis go plastic-free! Our natural Croco organic produce bags are washable, reusable and foldable. We've got three 4-Piece Combo Sets to giveaway - simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter!

Our combo set of organic reusable produce bags will… View more
It's Plastic Free July and we're helping kiwis go plastic-free! Our natural Croco organic produce bags are washable, reusable and foldable. We've got three 4-Piece Combo Sets to giveaway - simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter!

Our combo set of organic reusable produce bags will help you ditch those single-use plastic bags for good. Keep some in your bag or in the back of your car.

Buy in July and you'll SAVE! For every 4-Piece Combo Set you buy, we will plant a tree in an area of need. You order one, we plant one! It's just one small way we're helping kiwis reduce their use of plastic.

LIKE or THANK this post by Tuesday 31st July 2018 to enter! See T&Cs.
Order now and save!

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2363 days ago

Litter: let’s bin it together

The Team from Marlborough District Council

The latest National Litter Count found that Blenheim has the lowest litter count in the country but our CBD is not as tidy as it was three years ago.

There are too many drink bottles, food packaging, cigarette butts and paper not getting into the bins.

Thank you to everyone in our community … View more
The latest National Litter Count found that Blenheim has the lowest litter count in the country but our CBD is not as tidy as it was three years ago.

There are too many drink bottles, food packaging, cigarette butts and paper not getting into the bins.

Thank you to everyone in our community who picks up rubbish - you are helping to keep our place looking tidy. Keep up the good work.

The Council is also working on litter education – find out more at www.marlborough.govt.nz/services/refuse/marlborough-litter-project
Find out more!

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2367 days ago

Free listing in our event guide

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

We'd love to hear about the events you're organising so give us a call or drop us an email and we will add the event details to our What's On listing.
The event guide is printed in the Saturday Express each week and appears online.
5208906 or megan.leov@stuff.co.nz

Please tell … View more
We'd love to hear about the events you're organising so give us a call or drop us an email and we will add the event details to our What's On listing.
The event guide is printed in the Saturday Express each week and appears online.
5208906 or megan.leov@stuff.co.nz

Please tell us a little about your event and include the date, time, location and pricing details.

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2393 days ago

The latest in the fight against kauri dieback

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Science offers hope, and you can help by taking part in a citizen science project - link to Kauri Rescue in the story.

2364 days ago

Town turns into slippery nightmare in rain

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Marlborough Express reached out to locals this week to gage to severity of the issue of slippery streets in Blenhiem and Picton. In the last year, only four ACC claims specifically mentioned the slippery paving bricks of Blenheim and Picton. However there are concerns that accidents are … View moreThe Marlborough Express reached out to locals this week to gage to severity of the issue of slippery streets in Blenhiem and Picton. In the last year, only four ACC claims specifically mentioned the slippery paving bricks of Blenheim and Picton. However there are concerns that accidents are happening all the time and not being reported. Have you been affected by the slippery paths?

Read the full story here.
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2365 days ago

Exciting opportunity - work in remote Western Australia!

Ngaanyatjarra Health Service

Ngaanyatjarra Health Service are seeking Primary Health Care Nurses and are offering highly competitive remuneration packages.

This role contributes and supports the overall multidisciplinary and integrated approach to the remote health team's endeavour to treat illness, promote health … View more
Ngaanyatjarra Health Service are seeking Primary Health Care Nurses and are offering highly competitive remuneration packages.

This role contributes and supports the overall multidisciplinary and integrated approach to the remote health team's endeavour to treat illness, promote health well-being, maintain health systems, provide education, training, encouragement and support community health initiatives.

Highly competitive remuneration package, attractive salary packaging options, professional development incentive and 11 weeks off per year.

Expressions of Interest - Permanent and Casual positions available.

For more information and to apply please visit www.nghealth.org.au

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply.
Find out more

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2370 days ago

Poll: Is Blenheim New Zealand's slipperiest town?

Reporter Marlborough Express

ACC stats show that plenty of people slip on the paving in Blenheim.
We'd also like to know how many people slip but haven't visited a doctor.

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Is Blenheim New Zealand's slipperiest town?
  • 1% I slipped on the pavement and visited a Dr
    1% Complete
  • 38.4% I slipped on the pavement but didn't visit a Dr
    38.4% Complete
  • 60.6% I've never slipped on the pavement in Blenheim
    60.6% Complete
99 votes
2367 days ago

We're proudly supporting Plunket - you can too!

The Warehouse New Zealand

The Warehouse is proud to support Plunket, because we believe that every baby deserve a good start in life. By adding a donation at your local The Warehouse store, all money raised goes to providing a family in need with a baby essentials pack.

The Warehouse, partnering with you for a better … View more
The Warehouse is proud to support Plunket, because we believe that every baby deserve a good start in life. By adding a donation at your local The Warehouse store, all money raised goes to providing a family in need with a baby essentials pack.

The Warehouse, partnering with you for a better community.
Explore now

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2367 days ago

Has your pet had a brush with death?

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

A golden retriever with a penchant for ocean swims has survived a close shave with death.

Toto was enjoying the holidays at his Blackwood Bay bach, in the Marlborough Sounds, on Sunday when he was stung by a stingray.
Luckily there was a vet close at hand.

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2368 days ago

We desperately need donated goods for SPCA Op Shops!

Sabine Kruekel from

PLEASE WILL YOU HELP US?

We URGENTLY need furniture and bric-a-brac for SPCA Op Shops! We have eight Op Shops around Auckland which you can drop off your donated goods to during our opening hours.

Please SHARE this post to help spread the word. Your donation will help save a life.

Thank … View more
PLEASE WILL YOU HELP US?

We URGENTLY need furniture and bric-a-brac for SPCA Op Shops! We have eight Op Shops around Auckland which you can drop off your donated goods to during our opening hours.

Please SHARE this post to help spread the word. Your donation will help save a life.

Thank you so much! <3

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