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1238 days ago

Our FREE volunteer matching service

Jyn from Volunteer Marlborough

VM provides a FREE volunteer matching service which connects people to opportunities around Wairau/Marlborough. Here's how it works:
1. You can visit our website (www.volunteermarlborough.org.nz) to browse opportunities or make an appointment to talk through your options with VM staff.
2. You select up to 3 opportunities and apply online or with one of our staff.
3. The organisation and you then meet to discuss the volunteering opportunity further. Some organisations will do an informal interview.
4. Then, if you decide that an opportunity is a good fit for you, the next step is to fill in any paperwork (e.g. criminal record check and volunteer agreement).
5. After that, all that is left to do is start volunteering!
Volunteer Marlborough is here to support all volunteers through this process as much as each individual needs. If you have questions or concerns during any part of this process, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

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1 day ago

Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In The Post’s opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, we’re “allergic to exuberance.”

We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?

Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we call home? As big projects take shape and new opportunities emerge, perhaps it’s worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.

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Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝
  • 40.9% Yes
    40.9% Complete
  • 33.9% Maybe?
    33.9% Complete
  • 25.2% No
    25.2% Complete
472 votes
1 day ago

Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’

If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.

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5 hours ago

Old Grubber handle

Ron from Fairhall - Renwick - Woodbourne

SharpAs Tool Tips

Another great tool from yesteryear. While the quality steel in a grubber will last indefinitely with proper care, the handles eventually wear out. With a new handle fitted and the steel refurbished, this grubber is now set to give many more years of service.

If you have old or new tools to restore — chisels, drills, utensils, knives, or other items needing sharpening or reconditioning — come and see me:
🔹 Redwood Market – Saturdays
🔹 Marlborough Farmers’ Market – Sundays
Or contact me directly on 027 444 5535.

Cheers,
Ron

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