Picton - Waikawa, Picton

Got some bits to give away?

Got some bits to give away?

Clear out that garage and pop it on Neighbourly Market for free!

2648 days ago

Are you at risk from Legionnaires' disease?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hi neighbours, do you like to use potting mix and compost in your garden? If so, are you aware of the risks?

ESR scientists say infection rates from legionella bacteria found in potting mix and compost are rising and gardeners need to be careful. They advise anyone working closely with these … View more
Hi neighbours, do you like to use potting mix and compost in your garden? If so, are you aware of the risks?

ESR scientists say infection rates from legionella bacteria found in potting mix and compost are rising and gardeners need to be careful. They advise anyone working closely with these mixtures to wear a close-fitting face mask and gardening gloves. Find out what else you can do to protect yourself against Legionnaires' disease, here.

2648 days ago

Struggling Readers

Chloe Ranford Reporter from Marlborough Express

Is there enough being done to help children with reading difficulties? One in five children and young people need some kind of extra support for their learning. How could we help make this better?

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2654 days ago

Dr Libby giveaway

Stu Hunt Reporter from Marlborough Express

Dr Libby Weaver will be visiting Blenheim on the 10th of October as part of her 26 stop Australasian tour called The Hormone Factor. Dr Libby has also just launched her new book and 12th title, The Beauty Guide. We have two double tickets and two copies of the Beauty Guide to give away. Email me … View moreDr Libby Weaver will be visiting Blenheim on the 10th of October as part of her 26 stop Australasian tour called The Hormone Factor. Dr Libby has also just launched her new book and 12th title, The Beauty Guide. We have two double tickets and two copies of the Beauty Guide to give away. Email me by 1pm, October 7 stu.hunt@stuff.co.nz for your chance to go in the draw. Put Dr Libby Blenheim in the subject line.

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2649 days ago

Legionnaires' survivor wants to warn others of danger

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Levon Anderson, 41, is recovering in Christchurch Hospital after contracting Legionnaires' disease and being in an induced coma for 12 days.

What started as a regular cough and cold accelerated into a life-threatening respiratory disease within hours, sister Stacey Breen says.

Doctors … View more
Levon Anderson, 41, is recovering in Christchurch Hospital after contracting Legionnaires' disease and being in an induced coma for 12 days.

What started as a regular cough and cold accelerated into a life-threatening respiratory disease within hours, sister Stacey Breen says.

Doctors believed it was most likely he had contracted the disease from inhalation of the Legionella bacteria in the compost and gardening mix he was transporting for his job.

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2662 days ago

How are you coping with the increasing cost of driving?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Petrol prices in many parts of the country have crossed $2.40 for the first time, days out from a nationwide tax increase.

Stations in many parts of the South Island are now charging $2.409 a litre for regular petrol, the latest in a series of record highs seen in recent weeks. How have these … View more
Petrol prices in many parts of the country have crossed $2.40 for the first time, days out from a nationwide tax increase.

Stations in many parts of the South Island are now charging $2.409 a litre for regular petrol, the latest in a series of record highs seen in recent weeks. How have these changes affected you?

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2648 days ago

Poll: Prince William made the buzzy bee world-famous. What toy will the next Royal Baby show off?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Many New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our … View moreMany New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our diverse, innovative 21st century nation.

Join us as we explore what Kiwi culture looks like in neighbourhoods across the country. In the coming weeks, you'll notice a few posts about Kiwi innovations popping up across Neighbourly - we'd love for you engage and let us know what innovations and innovators you think need profiling!

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Prince William made the buzzy bee world-famous. What toy will the next Royal Baby show off?
  • 20.3% Bunch o Balloons, the water bombs that make every day a visit to the beach
    20.3% Complete
  • 61.1% Pipi Mā, the award-winning range of Te Reo Māori speaking and singing plush doll
    61.1% Complete
  • 18.6% Another nation or two to add to the Empire.
    18.6% Complete
360 votes
2648 days ago

Reader’s Rail Tour - North Island

Stuff

Come and create memories of a lifetime next Autumn as the annual Readers’ Rail Tour heads north on an unforgettable journey exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand.

Join us as we explore Te Puia Geothermal Valley, sample world class wines on Waiheke Island and spend three nights… View more
Come and create memories of a lifetime next Autumn as the annual Readers’ Rail Tour heads north on an unforgettable journey exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand.

Join us as we explore Te Puia Geothermal Valley, sample world class wines on Waiheke Island and spend three nights at the elegant Chateau Tongariro plus so much more.

Fabulous scenery, company, food, wine and excursions all combine to make this a brilliant experience.

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2648 days ago

Get your float on!

The Team from Marlborough District Council

Now’s your chance to get involved in this year’s Blenheim Christmas Parade - entries are open and any group can enter.

When: Saturday 1st December at 3pm - parade starts at 3:30pm
Where: Blenheim CBD

There will be fantastic prizes from our generous sponsors for the best floats and … View more
Now’s your chance to get involved in this year’s Blenheim Christmas Parade - entries are open and any group can enter.

When: Saturday 1st December at 3pm - parade starts at 3:30pm
Where: Blenheim CBD

There will be fantastic prizes from our generous sponsors for the best floats and walking group. The winning float can also be displayed in the town centre at the Blenheim Christmas Festival on 13 December.

For more information and to request an application form, email Rachael at Marlborough 4 Fun - events@marlborough4fun.co.nz or Ph: 03 577 8946.
Find out more!

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2649 days ago

Do something grand

Ian Allen Reporter from Marlborough Express

Cute. New Zealand’s first Grandparents Day is on October 28. Who's got a lovely story about their grandparents. Let's hear it.
Or, what's a good way to treat them on the day?

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2649 days ago

Second-hand Sunday is back

Ian Allen Reporter from Marlborough Express

The next Second-hand Sunday is scheduled for October 28.
Second-Hand Sunday is a chance to give away household items you no longer want. You can also collect items you want from others for free.

Just sign up and leave stuff at the end of your driveway.

What's the best thing you've … View more
The next Second-hand Sunday is scheduled for October 28.
Second-Hand Sunday is a chance to give away household items you no longer want. You can also collect items you want from others for free.

Just sign up and leave stuff at the end of your driveway.

What's the best thing you've picked up at a Second-hand Sunday event? Or a garage sale for that matter?

I tend to pick up stuff I'll never use or need. Fun though.

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2649 days ago

Explore a new New Zealand by train

Great Journeys of New Zealand

After the devastating Kaikōura earthquakes, changed landscapes have formed creating a new New Zealand for us to explore. Be one of the first to take the Coastal Pacific train along the east coast of the South Island to discover the different scenery when it re-opens December 1.

Photo … View more
After the devastating Kaikōura earthquakes, changed landscapes have formed creating a new New Zealand for us to explore. Be one of the first to take the Coastal Pacific train along the east coast of the South Island to discover the different scenery when it re-opens December 1.

Photo credit: Rob Suisted | Naturepics
Find out more

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2650 days ago

APPLE iMAC UPGRADED 2009 27 INCH - 2.66 GHz Core i5, 12 GB DDR3, 1 TB

Andrew from North Blenheim

The iMac is in great condition - perfect for a user looking to do word processing and web browsing. The RAM of the computer was upgraded so you can expect better performance. Rapaura pick up.

Includes a wireless mouse and keyboard that are both fully functional.

The specs of the desktop … View more
The iMac is in great condition - perfect for a user looking to do word processing and web browsing. The RAM of the computer was upgraded so you can expect better performance. Rapaura pick up.

Includes a wireless mouse and keyboard that are both fully functional.

The specs of the desktop include:

1TB Hard Drive Space

2.66GHz quad-core Intel Core i5 processor with 8MB shared L3 cache; Turbo Boost dynamic performance up to 3.2GHz

The RAM was upgraded to 12GB of DDR3.

Built-in 27-inch (viewable) LED-backlit glossy widescreen TFT active-matrix liquid crystal display with IPS technology
Resolution: 2560 by 1440 pixels
16:9 aspect ratio
Millions of colors at all resolutions

Price: $525

2650 days ago

Small business owner? Take our survey... *WIN*

Stuff

Small business in New Zealand is a big deal. So Stuff, in association with Neighbourly, wants to know what small business thinks about the big issues.

This survey will only take a couple of minutes, but will help us understand the challenges and opportunities for our little big businesses. … View more
Small business in New Zealand is a big deal. So Stuff, in association with Neighbourly, wants to know what small business thinks about the big issues.

This survey will only take a couple of minutes, but will help us understand the challenges and opportunities for our little big businesses. We'd love you to be involved.

Plus complete the survey and you're in the draw to win a $100 supermarket voucher to treat you and your team to morning tea!
Take the survey

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2650 days ago

Motorcyclists, should your safety be rewarded?

The Team from ACC New Zealand

If you’re a motorcyclist and you take safety training, should you get a rebate on your rego? ACC’s new proposal might reward you.

Learn about all the proposals and have your say at our site by October 25.
Learn more

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2652 days ago

Poll: The battle to prove ownership of the pavlova was hard-fought. The new pavlova is:

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Many New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our … View moreMany New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our diverse, innovative 21st century nation.

Join us as we explore what Kiwi culture looks like in neighbourhoods across the country. In the coming weeks, you'll notice a few posts about Kiwi innovations popping up across Neighbourly - we'd love for you engage and let us know what innovations and innovators you think need profiling!

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The battle to prove ownership of the pavlova was hard-fought. The new pavlova is:
  • 12.9% Sunfed chicken-free chicken, the pea-based protein that’s healthier for NZers
    12.9% Complete
  • 75% Whittaker's L&P Chocolate, two of New Zealand’s most iconic brands join forces
    75% Complete
  • 12.1% Deer milk cheese, is a world-first that has top chefs buzzing
    12.1% Complete
659 votes
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