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Since we are staying at "Delta Level 2" for another two weeks, here's a reminder of what Volunteer Marlborough is doing:
💙 Our staff will continue working from home and our office will remain closed until Marlborough goes to Alert Level 1.
💙 You can still contact us (see … View moreSince we are staying at "Delta Level 2" for another two weeks, here's a reminder of what Volunteer Marlborough is doing:
💙 Our staff will continue working from home and our office will remain closed until Marlborough goes to Alert Level 1.
💙 You can still contact us (see below) and we are more than happy to book video call appointments.
💙 Our AGM has been rescheduled to Wednesday, 20th October.
💙 We are holding off on planning more Picton Connect events until we are closer to moving to Level 1.
💙 We will continue providing ongoing updates and sharing resources through our social media and website.
Contact us:
☎️ 021478330 (Hannah, Coordinator for Volunteer Services)
📧 General: vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz (Hannah, CVS)
📧 Manager: mgr@volunteermarlborough.org.nz (Meg)
⭐ or message us on Instagram or Facebook
Kia kaha ki Aotearoa! Stay safe New Zealand!
After years of searching for a new recruit for their business, Auckland engineering firm Stainless Machinings turned to Competenz’s free job matching service to find them an ideal candidate. In the space of a few short months, school leaver Stuart Martin joined the company.
“We’d been … View moreAfter years of searching for a new recruit for their business, Auckland engineering firm Stainless Machinings turned to Competenz’s free job matching service to find them an ideal candidate. In the space of a few short months, school leaver Stuart Martin joined the company.
“We’d been trying to recruit a young person for a couple of years, says Stainless Machinings owner Brian Lawry. “Competenz provided us with an excellent service and took all the hard work out of finding someone."
Read the full story here
We are 8 kms from Hawarden Bring your own chain saw trailer and log splitter ( if you want the larger stuff it will need to be split) and muscle. Some paddocks accessible by 2wd car others need 4x4Some trees been down a year others freshly down. Deal is take the wood you want and HELP me ( a 65 … View moreWe are 8 kms from Hawarden Bring your own chain saw trailer and log splitter ( if you want the larger stuff it will need to be split) and muscle. Some paddocks accessible by 2wd car others need 4x4Some trees been down a year others freshly down. Deal is take the wood you want and HELP me ( a 65 year old) clear up onto a trailer the branches left behind NO SMOKERS need apply. E mail spcooke@amuri.net
We're very excited to announce Climate Insights as our new Neighbourly partner.
Climate insights is looking forward to supporting the Neighbourly community, helping kiwis protect their homes against climate change and live better within their communities. Climate Insights use science-based… View moreWe're very excited to announce Climate Insights as our new Neighbourly partner.
Climate insights is looking forward to supporting the Neighbourly community, helping kiwis protect their homes against climate change and live better within their communities. Climate Insights use science-based information to provide tools and guidance as we strive to become more sustainable and resilient.
Please join us in welcoming Climate Insights and stay tuned for localised climate information, tools and much more!
Look no further! Join Sam Mannering on Thursday the 23rd of September and cook your dinner along with him.
What’s on the menu? Sam is going to teach you how to make curry from scratch, and for dessert, a tarte tatin.
Get in quick because seats are limited!
Happy Rāmere Aotearoa! 🌞
Here are two more general phrases which you can start incorporating into everyday conversations.
Aroha mai | Sorry/Excuse me
Mā te wā | Bye for now/See you later
We'd love to hear some of the phrases you have been learning over Maori Language Week! Comment … View moreHappy Rāmere Aotearoa! 🌞
Here are two more general phrases which you can start incorporating into everyday conversations.
Aroha mai | Sorry/Excuse me
Mā te wā | Bye for now/See you later
We'd love to hear some of the phrases you have been learning over Maori Language Week! Comment below some phrases you know 💚
Dear neighbours,
As part of Stuff’s Life & Style Live Chat series, NZ Gardener editor Jo McCarroll and Jack Hobbs, manager of the Auckland Botanic Gardens, are back with their expert spring gardening tips, advice and plant problem-solving. If you have a question for the gardening experts, … View moreDear neighbours,
As part of Stuff’s Life & Style Live Chat series, NZ Gardener editor Jo McCarroll and Jack Hobbs, manager of the Auckland Botanic Gardens, are back with their expert spring gardening tips, advice and plant problem-solving. If you have a question for the gardening experts, you can submit it (now, or during the chat) at the link below. Then tune in today, Sept 17, at 3pm.
A lot of people think that volunteers are mostly retired, but when we looked at our stats recently, we found out that only 14% of new volunteers in Marlborough are retired. Interestingly, the biggest group was people who are in full-time employment (24%).
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For the stats nerds … View moreA lot of people think that volunteers are mostly retired, but when we looked at our stats recently, we found out that only 14% of new volunteers in Marlborough are retired. Interestingly, the biggest group was people who are in full-time employment (24%).
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For the stats nerds out there, here's the rest of the stats:
People in part-time employment - 10%
Students - 10%
Seeking employment - 15%
Self-employed - 5%
Not in paid employment by choice - 4%
Rather not say - 9%
Other - 9%
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The COVID impact resulted in the reduced number of listings, inspections and sales overall. Median sale price has reduced with a higher volume of sales in the lower end of the market. Interestingly the Sale Price above Rateable Value percentage increase almost 3%, still indicating a sellers’ … View moreThe COVID impact resulted in the reduced number of listings, inspections and sales overall. Median sale price has reduced with a higher volume of sales in the lower end of the market. Interestingly the Sale Price above Rateable Value percentage increase almost 3%, still indicating a sellers’ market. The spring property surge is about to hit but will bank restrictions on lenders slow this down?? Time will tell… but supply v’s demand is still the strongest factor.
Trina Nichols - Harcourts Marlborough
027 3271953
We hope everyone is enjoying Māori Language Week 💚
Today, we thought we'd share two common phrases which you can start to practice and use when talking to your friends, whānau or work colleagues.
Ngā mihi nui | Thanks so much
Kia pai te rā | Have a good day
It's te wiki o te reo Māori, and to celebrate this awesome initiative, we've given our logo a little update.
'Haporitanga' means 'the many principles and actions of being a community' and we think it's a great way to express what Neighbourly is.
Are you … View moreIt's te wiki o te reo Māori, and to celebrate this awesome initiative, we've given our logo a little update.
'Haporitanga' means 'the many principles and actions of being a community' and we think it's a great way to express what Neighbourly is.
Are you keen to dive straight into te wiki? Here's a video by our mates at Stuff showing five te reo words that every person from across the motu (country) needs to know.
For more coverage on Māori language week, click the 'Read more' button below.
Ngā manaakitanga!
Just a short 90 minute direct flight away, you’ll find world-class modern art, delectable dining showcasing locally produced fare, endless tracks and trails, and vibrant events and experiences just waiting to be discovered.
A North Island weekend escape has never been so easy, and with so … View moreJust a short 90 minute direct flight away, you’ll find world-class modern art, delectable dining showcasing locally produced fare, endless tracks and trails, and vibrant events and experiences just waiting to be discovered.
A North Island weekend escape has never been so easy, and with so much on offer all year round, you’ll find there’s for everyone; from families, to garden and nature lovers, creatives and those self-proclaimed art critics, to foodies, adventurers, and history buffs.
Nau mai haere mai, it’s time to do something new. It’s time to experience Taranaki – a place like no other.
Table suitable for use with a computer and able to fit under a chair or bed. Similar to the one in the photo. Please phone 021 2533505 if you have one for sale. Thanks
To do our part, here's two phrases we believe everyone should know in Te Reo Māori.
The Spotswood Hall Country Market is on this Sunday 19 September, from 10am to 2pm. Free entry and lots of parking available close by. We have a very nice selection of stalls for this Market including antiques and collectables, books, clothing, locally created crafts, rustic wooden treasures for … View moreThe Spotswood Hall Country Market is on this Sunday 19 September, from 10am to 2pm. Free entry and lots of parking available close by. We have a very nice selection of stalls for this Market including antiques and collectables, books, clothing, locally created crafts, rustic wooden treasures for indoors and outside, perfumery, recycled homewares, fabric facemasks and lots more.
Every purchase you make allows you to enter our hourly spot prize draw and also our big bumper prize draw at 2pm on the day, when you'll have the opportunity to win a $100 Gifts & Finds gift voucher.
Get a group of friends together and head on over to the Spotswood Hall this Sunday. It's not too early to pick up some unique Christmas prezzies for your family and friends, while enjoying the relaxed, friendly atmosphere that is the Spotswood Hall Country Market.
At this stage Level 2 COVID protocols will be in place, so you'll need to wear a mask and sign in for contact tracing when you arrive.
Hope to see you there.
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