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Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing
Dear neighbours,
To celebrate National Gardening Week (October 17-25), Yates have partnered with NZ Gardener to give away some fantastic prizes to some of the most inspirational compost builders in the country. Show us your compost setup, whether it’s tiny or huge, and the best looking compost … View moreDear neighbours,
To celebrate National Gardening Week (October 17-25), Yates have partnered with NZ Gardener to give away some fantastic prizes to some of the most inspirational compost builders in the country. Show us your compost setup, whether it’s tiny or huge, and the best looking compost wins 1 of 9 Compost Kits (RRP $319 each).
So email through your best tip for successful compost and one photo of your composting setup to loveyourgarden@yates.co.nz by August 26, 2022 to be in to win.
The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Marlborough
We're lucky to support rangatahi across the motu through our programmes.
We do this through community-focused, positive experiential learning and mentoring programmes, that build self-confidence, resilience, improve the mental health and well-being, and support the young people to move … View moreWe're lucky to support rangatahi across the motu through our programmes.
We do this through community-focused, positive experiential learning and mentoring programmes, that build self-confidence, resilience, improve the mental health and well-being, and support the young people to move towards greater independence.
To find out more, head to our website below.
Sandie from Blenheim
Great heater, surplus to requirements. goes just fine. pickup only from Springlands, Blenheim $20
Price: $20
With the 75+ population projected to double in 20 years’ time, it’s more important than ever to choose a retirement village that is equipped to support you when you’re fully independent as well as if you need care.
That’s why Ryman villages plan ahead by offering independent living in … View moreWith the 75+ population projected to double in 20 years’ time, it’s more important than ever to choose a retirement village that is equipped to support you when you’re fully independent as well as if you need care.
That’s why Ryman villages plan ahead by offering independent living in apartments and townhouses, assisted living in serviced apartments, resthome care and, in most villages, hospital and specialist dementia care.
We offer a higher ratio of care in our villages so that if your needs change, you have priority access to our care centres.
Find out more
Ernest Rutherford Retirement Village
Knitting needles are clicking across our villages and the wider community for the Yuri Bear project🐻❤️.
We’re aiming to knit 20,000 teddy bears for children displaced as a result of turmoil in their country.
We’ve been overwhelmed by the response so far, but 20,000 bears is no … View moreKnitting needles are clicking across our villages and the wider community for the Yuri Bear project🐻❤️.
We’re aiming to knit 20,000 teddy bears for children displaced as a result of turmoil in their country.
We’ve been overwhelmed by the response so far, but 20,000 bears is no small ask!
If you can knit, know someone who can or would like to find out how you can help, please click on the link below.
Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing
Dear neighbours,
How many of you remember gardening in school? Hopefully, more students and teachers will be inspired by the great work being done at this amazing school.
Jyn from Volunteer Marlborough
Two of our staff are isolating this week but Julie, our Coordinator, will be in the office each day.
To make sure someone will be in the office when you visit, we recommend calling ahead - 03 577 9388.
Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing
Dear neighbours,
Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for asparagus recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before August 21, 2022.
Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable … View moreDear neighbours,
Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for asparagus recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before August 21, 2022.
Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made Easy.
Jessica Zimmerman Reporter from Homed - Marlborough Property Express
Our House of the Week this week is a fully-fenced, two bedroom plus office home with open plan living and character features throughout. For sale through Ben McLennan and Samantha Lewis from Harcourts. Read more on page 4!
Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Marlborough … View moreOur House of the Week this week is a fully-fenced, two bedroom plus office home with open plan living and character features throughout. For sale through Ben McLennan and Samantha Lewis from Harcourts. Read more on page 4!
Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Marlborough Property Express to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in the Homed Marlborough Property Express.
Distribution & Delivery:
- 20,000 copies delivered every Thursday inside the Marlborough Midweek and stands around Blenheim.
For more information:
- Please ask your agent to contact Bronwyn Hawkins bronwyn.hawkins@stuff.co.nz
Not receiving your weekly delivery?
Please phone 0800 339000 or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz
Jyn from Volunteer Marlborough
Can you give a couple of hours to support seniors who are attending the Tōtara day program? As a support volunteer, you can assist with activities, serving morning tea or lunch, or lend an ear.
💙 Volunteers will need to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 for this role.
💙 Weekdays … View moreCan you give a couple of hours to support seniors who are attending the Tōtara day program? As a support volunteer, you can assist with activities, serving morning tea or lunch, or lend an ear.
💙 Volunteers will need to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 for this role.
💙 Weekdays between 10am & 3pm
💙 Age: 16+
🔗 Read more and apply online by following the link below
To contact us:
• 03 577 9388
• vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz
Making it onto the first rung of the property ladder can be an incredibly rewarding journey – and Stuff is here to help you through.
Stuff Homed has launched the First Time Buyers’ Club, an email series to help you navigate the equal-parts exciting and terrifying process of buying your first… View moreMaking it onto the first rung of the property ladder can be an incredibly rewarding journey – and Stuff is here to help you through.
Stuff Homed has launched the First Time Buyers’ Club, an email series to help you navigate the equal-parts exciting and terrifying process of buying your first ever home. When you join our six-week LearnStuff course, you’ll get an email every week giving you all the basics on what you need to know, who you need on your side, and what you need to do at each stage of the journey.
We can’t make the houses any cheaper, but we can guide you through the process, share some tips from the experts, and help you avoid some of the trips and traps.
Sign up (it's free) and get started on your house-buying journey.
Sign up now
Jyn from Volunteer Marlborough
Make a powerful and positive influence on the lives of young people as they grow and transition into adulthood as a Youth Mentor!
The Family Works program matches mentors with children between the ages of 6 and 14 and this pair then spend time together for an hour a week (or more).
… View moreMake a powerful and positive influence on the lives of young people as they grow and transition into adulthood as a Youth Mentor!
The Family Works program matches mentors with children between the ages of 6 and 14 and this pair then spend time together for an hour a week (or more).
Activities can include going for a walk or a bike ride, gardening, helping with homework, practising sports, doing crafts, exploring Marlborough, baking, or anything else you and your mentee are interested in.
Orange Guy from Electoral Commission
The countdown is on! Make sure you’re enrolled and your details are up to date by 12 August to make voting in the local elections easy.
Visit vote.nz or call 0800 36 76 56 to find out more.
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Kerry from Blenheim
Stamp collection for sale plus first day covers.
Bradshaw Park
Sunday 7th August 10am - 2pm
Negotiable
Bruce from Blenheim
Large selection of galvinised bolts vary in sizes and lenghts 400mm -170mm x15mm=11mm plus Dbolts will sell in lots or prefer to sell bulk lot $130 PLEASE PHONE=5781713 leave a message as on crutchs
Price: $100
The Team Reporter from The Press
From local democracy reporter David Hill:
Kaikōura is a thriving community with a vision for the future, says Will Doughty.
In his pre-election report, the Kaikōura District Council chief executive says the district is in a strong position, despite the uncertainties of Covid-19.
The council … View moreFrom local democracy reporter David Hill:
Kaikōura is a thriving community with a vision for the future, says Will Doughty.
In his pre-election report, the Kaikōura District Council chief executive says the district is in a strong position, despite the uncertainties of Covid-19.
The council completed its $40 million rebuild from the 2016 North Canterbury earthquake in mid-2020 on time and under budget, and was now looking to the future.
Last year’s 2021/31 long-term plan (LTP) was the council’s ‘‘most comprehensive and well informed to date’’ with a vision of ‘‘Moving Kaikōura Forward’’, Doughty said.
‘‘We know there are a number of uncertainties ahead of us in terms of various government reforms and initiatives that are under way.
‘‘This makes planning for the next 10 years a challenge, but we based our LTP on what we know now, rather than anticipating or guessing how things may develop.
‘‘One thing the last few years has taught us is how to work together to manage and adapt to change.’’
Major developments on the horizon include the opening of the 120 bed, five star Sudima Hotel in October.
A hotpools, spa and wellness centre, new facilities for the town’s emergency services, new housing subdivisions and a business park were also proposed.
Tourism remained the lifeblood of the district and the recent reopening of the border to international tourists was welcomed news for operators.
The prospect of cruise ships returning this summer and a link pathway project from the town centre to Kaikoura Peninsula created some excitement.
A proposed zip line experience and moves to apply for international dark skies reserve status also loom on the horizon.
The Kaikōura Marine Development Project has also developed visions for the future of Wakatu Quay and the South Bay Harbour.
Doughty said South Bay Harbour had the potential to become an international hub for marine research and education.
But both projects would costs tens of millions of dollars and would require major investment.
Aside from Covid-19 uncertainty, central Government reform looms, including Three Waters and Resource Management Act reform and the future of local government.
Climate change and sustainability were the biggest challenges facing the district, something the community was all too aware of with its reliance on the natural environment.
The Kaikōura district has a population 4260, with 2995 rateable properties and median age of 46.3 years.
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