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2274 days ago

4 Antiques Rumor Query 40% Sale

Ivan from Stoke

Have just heard whispers on the grapevine is Edward (alias Sir Ted Esq.) & Uncle Grandie Bob running a 40% SALE???? Could be an EXCITING SALE Time for Young Ted & Grandie pop Bob up on the hill at ""4 Antiques"" shop which is located at 4 Waimea Road, Sunny Side of … View moreHave just heard whispers on the grapevine is Edward (alias Sir Ted Esq.) & Uncle Grandie Bob running a 40% SALE???? Could be an EXCITING SALE Time for Young Ted & Grandie pop Bob up on the hill at ""4 Antiques"" shop which is located at 4 Waimea Road, Sunny Side of Nelson. Sounds like the two "old timers", the eccentric pair & wonderful, intriguing,antiquated dealers are actually now possibly about to have a Massive Sale with 40% off everything. Sounds rumours indicate it will be 40% OFF all ticket prices. Sounds like Uncle Ted & Grand-pop Bob are up-to something very, very special again. Does anyone know what they're up-to???? The Corner shops top Waimea Road has been an iconic well known destination Antique shop for years. Shop looks to be chocker full like an Aladin's Cave of treasures. I'll be racing along there to uncover some of the long forgotten buried treasures & Gold nuggets & relics & from the past. Is it Uncle Ted's Birthday ??? or just a passing phase??? What's the future plans??? Who know's any more, please let me know ASAP as currently unable to phone the fantastic shop for SALE Confirmation. Anyone nearby can confirm if true??? thanks in advance. Please confirm details once actually confirmed if there's definitely a 40% SALE ON NOW, Are the rumours are True???? There's no answer to shop phone at present. 40% off would mean loads bargains for everyone.

2274 days ago

Stoke set for new banking hub boost

The Team from Nelson City Council

Great news folks, the people of Nelson are set to get a major boost, with the introduction of a new regional banking hub in Stoke.
The Government, in partnership with the New Zealand Bankers Association, has selected Nelson - and more importantly Stoke, as one of four pilot Smart ATM hubs in New … View more
Great news folks, the people of Nelson are set to get a major boost, with the introduction of a new regional banking hub in Stoke.
The Government, in partnership with the New Zealand Bankers Association, has selected Nelson - and more importantly Stoke, as one of four pilot Smart ATM hubs in New Zealand.
The non-branded hub will provide an area for customers of any bank to do their banking and get staff assistance if required. The participating banks are Kiwibank, BNZ, TSB, ANZ, ASB and Westpac.

For further details go to bit.ly...

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2276 days ago

Our Part in the October Elections

Stephen from Todds Valley

I was surprised when a friend told me he’d ripped up and discarded his voting papers. He seemed to believe all the candidates were pretty much the same and that voting wouldn’t change anything. This intelligent, kindly man has been around for about 70 years and it was a bit sad to think he … View moreI was surprised when a friend told me he’d ripped up and discarded his voting papers. He seemed to believe all the candidates were pretty much the same and that voting wouldn’t change anything. This intelligent, kindly man has been around for about 70 years and it was a bit sad to think he felt so helpless.

We are living in an age of significant change and it is essential we vote according to our interests and beliefs. It is important for good people to vote. It can also be useful to discuss our views so we can test our ideas and maybe help others to see things from a different perspective.

I will vote after considering all the candidates. I will choose those whose ideals are closest to mine and with whom I best resonate…. not because of their qualifications, their time served with the Council (or DHB), because they’ve attended so many meetings … or because others like them. I will pay attention to my innermost feelings and make my selection according to how peaceful I feel with my choice.

We are unlikely to have perfect governing bodies after this election, but we can improve. We should strive for the best, and full participation must help in this regard.

2275 days ago

Last call for our subscription offer - special for Neighbourly members

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

This offer ends today! For 75 years, NZ Gardener has been sharing great gardening advice and amazing New Zealand gardens, DIY projects, seasonal recipes and preserves and more. For the month of September we’d like to offer our Neighbourly audience a special offer for a one-year subscription at … View moreThis offer ends today! For 75 years, NZ Gardener has been sharing great gardening advice and amazing New Zealand gardens, DIY projects, seasonal recipes and preserves and more. For the month of September we’d like to offer our Neighbourly audience a special offer for a one-year subscription at $75. Use the promo code NZGN75.

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2278 days ago

Spending pennies on public loos to the tune of $30k per square metre

Skara Bohny Reporter from The Nelson Mail

Have you seen the new public toilets by the Suter gallery? The council must have been feeling flush when they built them, because they cost $30,333 per square metre to build, more than ten times the price per square metre of building a house in Auckland last year. Do you think it was money wisely … View moreHave you seen the new public toilets by the Suter gallery? The council must have been feeling flush when they built them, because they cost $30,333 per square metre to build, more than ten times the price per square metre of building a house in Auckland last year. Do you think it was money wisely spent?

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2275 days ago

Poll: Should 16-year-olds be allowed to vote?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The Greens have announced support for voting at 16.

Green party co-leader James Shaw said he saw "switched on" young people demanding to be heard by politicians. They were desperately unhappy about the decisions political leaders were making about their futures.

What do you think?

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Should 16-year-olds be allowed to vote?
  • 17.6% Absolutely - young people are our future!
    17.6% Complete
  • 70% No - they lack experience to make good judgements
    70% Complete
  • 12.5% It depends on the 16-year-old
    12.5% Complete
1815 votes
2275 days ago

Wood area Sunset 29.9.2019

Michael from The Wood

Sunset for the day ending 29.9.2019 taken in the wood area

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2276 days ago

Get creative with glass

The Team from Resene ColorShop Nelson

Lace patterns always look beautiful. Turn this glass vase from plain to pretty with a lace effect and a Resene testpot.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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2278 days ago

Daylight saving starts this Sunday! ⏰

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Now is a great time to check fire alarm batteries and make sure emergency supplies are well stocked and up to date.

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2278 days ago

Ready the spring forward this weekend!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's that time again! Daylight saving is this weekend. So don't forget - clocks spring forward one hour this Sunday morning. #theregoesthesleepin

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2279 days ago

Firewood

Shane from The Brook

Demolition timber with nails. Pick up

Free

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2279 days ago

Recycle your unwanted mobile phones

NZ Telecommunications Forum

Spring is here so it’s time for your annual spring clean. If you’re anything like 69 percent of New Zealand households, you’ll have at least one unconnected mobile phone gathering dust in a drawer or cupboard.

Recycle these unwanted phones with RE:MOBILE.

RE:MOBILE is a not-for-profit … View more
Spring is here so it’s time for your annual spring clean. If you’re anything like 69 percent of New Zealand households, you’ll have at least one unconnected mobile phone gathering dust in a drawer or cupboard.

Recycle these unwanted phones with RE:MOBILE.

RE:MOBILE is a not-for-profit mobile phone recycling scheme which raises money for Sustainable Coastlines.

Recycling your mobile phone is free, easy and good for the environment. Not only does it keep harmful items out of landfill, it also stops the precious materials in your phone from going to waste.

Visit RE:MOBILE to find out how to recycle your mobile phone.
Learn more

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2279 days ago

House Tours are back for 2020!

NZ House & Garden Tours

NZ House & Garden House Tours are coming to Blenheim!

Step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. For the last eleven years, the magazine has … View more
NZ House & Garden House Tours are coming to Blenheim!

Step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. For the last eleven years, the magazine has handpicked five fabulous locations around the country and this time we are delighted to be heading to Blenheim as one of our 5 locations.

Book Friday 13 March 2020 into your calendar and secure your tickets now for an inspiring day out exploring your backyard. Head to our website for more information.
Book now

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2280 days ago

Quiz Night!

Victoria from Nelson South

Jazz up a night out with your mates by adding in a Quiz and the chance to win some fantastic prizes including Mako and Phoenix apparel, DOC hut passes, sports store vouchers, pub vouchers and more. It's on this Saturday night at St Joseph's School hall and there are just a few tables … View moreJazz up a night out with your mates by adding in a Quiz and the chance to win some fantastic prizes including Mako and Phoenix apparel, DOC hut passes, sports store vouchers, pub vouchers and more. It's on this Saturday night at St Joseph's School hall and there are just a few tables left, so get in quick. Contact jade.gibbins@gmail.com to reserve your table. Bring your thinking cap!

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2280 days ago

Think it’s measles? Phone before visiting your GP

Reporter The Nelson Mail

Nelson Marlborough is one of only four district health boards that is "measles-free" during the current outbreak.

If you think you have measles, health professionals ask that you call your GP before bringing symptoms into a clinic waiting room.

Measles starts with a fever (temperature … View more
Nelson Marlborough is one of only four district health boards that is "measles-free" during the current outbreak.

If you think you have measles, health professionals ask that you call your GP before bringing symptoms into a clinic waiting room.

Measles starts with a fever (temperature over 38.5 degrees C) and usually a cough or runny nose, and perhaps sore, red eyes before the rash appears on day 4-5.

People are infectious from five days before the onset of the rash to five days after the rash starts and should stay in isolation during this time.

There have been 14 suspect cases notified by GPs to the Nelson Marlborough Public Health Service in September, bringing the total number of notifications for the year to 38.

The last case of measles in Nelson Marlborough was in November 2018. The person was placed in home isolation before they become infectious to others, and as a result no-one else caught measles, which demonstrates the importance of isolation.

Source: Nelson Marlborough Health

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