Wairau & Waihopai Valleys, Wairau Valley

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600 days ago

Floating flowers

The Team from Resene ColorShop Blenheim

Create art using Resene paint and your own breath.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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604 days ago

Poll: Should we scrap daylight saving?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This Sunday we'll be putting our clocks back for the end of daylight saving. Despite the benefits of an extra hour of sun during daylight saving, these clock changes commonly bring disruptions to our households and sleep - some feel that it should be scrapped altogether. What do you think?

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This Sunday we'll be putting our clocks back for the end of daylight saving. Despite the benefits of an extra hour of sun during daylight saving, these clock changes commonly bring disruptions to our households and sleep - some feel that it should be scrapped altogether. What do you think?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Should we scrap daylight saving?
  • 32.5% Yes, scrap daylight savings
    32.5% Complete
  • 54.1% No, keep daylight savings
    54.1% Complete
  • 7% I don't mind either way
    7% Complete
  • 6.4% Keep daylight savings but change the dates
    6.4% Complete
6075 votes
604 days ago

ADOPTION OPEN DAYS AT SPCA THIS WEEKEND, 75% OFF ADOPTION FEES!

The Team from SPCA Auckland - Centres & Op Shops

We are holding open days at both our Auckland Centres (Māngere and Hobsonville) this coming weekend to try and rehome as many animals as possible. Anyone who adopts this weekend will get a huge 75% discount off standard adoption fees!

With over 150 animals waiting for their forever homes across… View more
We are holding open days at both our Auckland Centres (Māngere and Hobsonville) this coming weekend to try and rehome as many animals as possible. Anyone who adopts this weekend will get a huge 75% discount off standard adoption fees!

With over 150 animals waiting for their forever homes across both Centres, we encourage anyone who has been considering adopting a furry or feathered friend to make the most of this amazing opportunity. Normal adoption criteria will apply.

No adoption appointments needed, just head on down to your nearest Centre this weekend.
📍 Māngere: 9am-5pm Sat, 10am-4pm Sun
📍 Hobsonville: 10am-4pm Sat and Sun
We’ll have colouring activities to keep kids entertained, and a lolly-jar competition running for one lucky adopter to take home some goodies for the new companion animal ❤
Mark your calendars and come on down this Saturday or Sunday.

604 days ago

Sam Whitelock Webinar

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Neighbourhood Support members across New Zealand are invited to attend a special wellbeing webinar, 'Building Strong Communities', with Farmstrong Ambassador, Sam Whitelock, at 7:30pm on Tuesday April 4th.

For more information and to register, head to www.neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz....… View more
Neighbourhood Support members across New Zealand are invited to attend a special wellbeing webinar, 'Building Strong Communities', with Farmstrong Ambassador, Sam Whitelock, at 7:30pm on Tuesday April 4th.

For more information and to register, head to www.neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz....

Please invite those on your street and in your neighbourhood who might be interested (it's not just for rural folk, although those of you in rural communities might be particularly interested).

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605 days ago

मैं CAB में स्वयंसेवक हूं और मैं मदद कर सकता हूं / I volunteer at the CAB, and I can help

The Team from Citizens Advice Bureau Marlborough

We are here for everyone! In diversity, there is beauty and strength. Being inclusive doesn’t mean just including people but valuing them too – and at Citizens Advice Bureau, we welcome anyone and everyone. We want to make sure that our space is safe and inclusive for all.

If you have a … View more
We are here for everyone! In diversity, there is beauty and strength. Being inclusive doesn’t mean just including people but valuing them too – and at Citizens Advice Bureau, we welcome anyone and everyone. We want to make sure that our space is safe and inclusive for all.

If you have a question – any question, we will take the time to listen to your story and help you find a way forward.


This CAB Awareness Week (20-26 March) we are celebrating diversity and multiculturalism within our service and among our people. Whoever you are, our service is here for you.

Call us on 0800 367 222
Visit your local CAB
Or you can email us cab.org.nz/find-a-cab/contact-us/or chat with us online.

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607 days ago

Get a free gift when you subscribe to NZ House & Garden!

NZ House & Garden Tours

Save up to $69 with an NZ House & Garden subscription. Subscribe today to get NZ’s favourite lifestyle magazine delivered straight to your home every month, plus you’ll receive ManukaRx’s Pro-Aging Skin Oil worth $44.95 absolutely free!

Achieve healthy and ageless skin with the … View more
Save up to $69 with an NZ House & Garden subscription. Subscribe today to get NZ’s favourite lifestyle magazine delivered straight to your home every month, plus you’ll receive ManukaRx’s Pro-Aging Skin Oil worth $44.95 absolutely free!

Achieve healthy and ageless skin with the Pro-Aging Skin Oil. This face oil features the powerful essential oil blend of East Cape mānuka oil and rosehip oil. Offer is valid until 16 April 2023. Offer applies for 1-year and 2-year subscriptions only. For full T&Cs click here.
Find out more

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607 days ago
607 days ago

Mana'o e maua se fesoasoani, fautuaga ma fa'amatalaga? / Want free help, advice and information?

The Team from Citizens Advice Bureau Marlborough

It’s CAB Awareness Week (20-26 March) and we are celebrating diversity and multiculturalism within our service and among our people.

Marlborough is here to help you in your language!

Marlborough CAB 25 Alfred Street Blenheim. 03 578 4272 marlborough@cab.org.nz marlborough.cab.org.nz

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It’s CAB Awareness Week (20-26 March) and we are celebrating diversity and multiculturalism within our service and among our people.

Marlborough is here to help you in your language!

Marlborough CAB 25 Alfred Street Blenheim. 03 578 4272 marlborough@cab.org.nz marlborough.cab.org.nz

Call us on 0800 367 222 or visit your local CAB and let us know what language speaker you require. We will connect you up with one of our multi-lingual CAB volunteers or access a trained interpreter to ensure you get the information and advice you need.

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607 days ago

Turning the tables

The Team from Resene ColorShop Blenheim

Restore antique furniture with Resene Aquaclear.

Find out how with these easy step by step instructions.

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609 days ago

Last chance to nominate!

Prospa

Our 2023 Local Business Hero Awards nomination phase closes on Sunday. Neighbours - you only have a few more days to nominate a favourite local business to give them a chance to win an incredible $10,000 package.

Show your support for your local today by nominating them to be this year's … View more
Our 2023 Local Business Hero Awards nomination phase closes on Sunday. Neighbours - you only have a few more days to nominate a favourite local business to give them a chance to win an incredible $10,000 package.

Show your support for your local today by nominating them to be this year's Prospa Local Business Hero!
Nominate now

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609 days ago

Find Your Safe Haven

Ernest Rutherford Retirement Village

Nothing is less predictable than the weather.

Ryman villages are designed to be safe havens, we prepare for adverse events, so you don’t have to. In an emergency, we’ll take care of everything, to ensure sure that you and those you treasure most have exactly what you need.

Rest assured, … View more
Nothing is less predictable than the weather.

Ryman villages are designed to be safe havens, we prepare for adverse events, so you don’t have to. In an emergency, we’ll take care of everything, to ensure sure that you and those you treasure most have exactly what you need.

Rest assured, you’re in safe hands.

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609 days ago

我们能帮你! / We can help you!

The Team from Citizens Advice Bureau Marlborough

It’s CAB Awareness Week (20-26 March) and we are celebrating diversity and multiculturalism.
One aspect of this is making sure that language is not a barrier to getting the information and advice you need. Citizens Advice Bureau can help you in your language, whether this is Hindi, French, … View more
It’s CAB Awareness Week (20-26 March) and we are celebrating diversity and multiculturalism.
One aspect of this is making sure that language is not a barrier to getting the information and advice you need. Citizens Advice Bureau can help you in your language, whether this is Hindi, French, Mandarin, Bahasa, Yoruba, Punjabi, Samoan, Tagalog or something else.
Call us on 0800 367 222 or visit your local CAB and let us know what language speaker you require. We will connect you up with one of our multi-lingual CAB volunteers or access a trained interpreter to ensure you get the information and advice you need.

Kāore i te Mārama? Pātai Mai. Not Sure? Ask Us.

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611 days ago

Awareness Week

The Team from Citizens Advice Bureau Marlborough

Things make more sense when people are speaking your language!
At Citizens Advice Bureau we aim to ensure our service is inclusive and that language is not a barrier to getting the help you need. We have many multilingual CAB volunteers as well as access to interpreting services in lots of … View more
Things make more sense when people are speaking your language!
At Citizens Advice Bureau we aim to ensure our service is inclusive and that language is not a barrier to getting the help you need. We have many multilingual CAB volunteers as well as access to interpreting services in lots of languages.


This CAB Awareness Week (20-26 March), we are celebrating diversity and multiculturalism within our service.

If you would like help in your language, call our freephone number 0800 367 222 or visit your local CAB and let us know what language speaker you require. Language should not be a barrier to getting the information and advice you need.
Kāore i te Mārama? Pātai Mai. Not Sure? Ask Us.

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614 days ago

Buy more tickets today!

Heart Foundation

Increase your chances to win this brand-new, fully-furnished home located just north of Auckland in the stunning beachside town of Mangawhai.

Valued at over $1.4 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand-new home features three-bedrooms, two-bathrooms and boasts an open-plan … View more
Increase your chances to win this brand-new, fully-furnished home located just north of Auckland in the stunning beachside town of Mangawhai.

Valued at over $1.4 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand-new home features three-bedrooms, two-bathrooms and boasts an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, a rental or even sell it. Tickets only $15 – get in quick and purchase more tickets today.
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615 days ago

Nominate your household hero to WIN $350!

The Team from NZ Compare

Costs are high making 2023 a tough year already! Who's the hero doing the hard yards to keep things running in your household?
NZ Compare wants to pay $350 towards their Broadband and Power bill!

Nominate your household Hero by clicking the button below and be in to WIN $350!
Offer ENDS… View more
Costs are high making 2023 a tough year already! Who's the hero doing the hard yards to keep things running in your household?
NZ Compare wants to pay $350 towards their Broadband and Power bill!

Nominate your household Hero by clicking the button below and be in to WIN $350!
Offer ENDS 31st March 2023.

Need more ways to save money? Comparing your power and broadband bills is one way to see if you can save more or simply switch to something that better suits your needs. If you’re paying for it, make sure it works for you!

NZ Compare can help, CLICK HERE TO COMPARE!
Nominate your hero!

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