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You probably know Red Cross for our response work immediately after a disaster, but that’s just a small part of what we do. We're out working in the community every day, helping people recover from a disaster, transporting vulnerable people to appointments, delivering Meals on Wheels, … View moreYou probably know Red Cross for our response work immediately after a disaster, but that’s just a small part of what we do. We're out working in the community every day, helping people recover from a disaster, transporting vulnerable people to appointments, delivering Meals on Wheels, helping former refugees resettle and find employment, operating second-hand stores, providing first aid training, and more. Check out our new campaign: ‘Here For Good’!
As the 2017 British and Irish Lions prepare to kick off their New Zealand tour, thoughts go back to halcyon days when the visitors from the north gave all this country's provincial unions a chance to tackle the tourists.
Although Marlborough have never played a British touring team on their… View moreAs the 2017 British and Irish Lions prepare to kick off their New Zealand tour, thoughts go back to halcyon days when the visitors from the north gave all this country's provincial unions a chance to tackle the tourists.
Although Marlborough have never played a British touring team on their own, players from this province have been part of combined sides on seven occasions.
It all began nearly 100 years ago when the 1908 Anglo-Welsh side, as the name suggests a mix of players from England and Wales, strode onto Trafalgar Park in Nelson to take on the best a combined Marlborough and Nelson side could offer.
If you travel Sundays on the Blue, Orange or Yellow Lines, Orbiter, 17, 28, 29, 44, 60 or 95 your bus will be detouring around the CBD until 3pm on Sunday 4 June while the Christchurch Marathon is on. You can view specific detours for your route at the link below.
Discover how to get the skills and knowledge you need for the job you want at Ara Institute of Canterbury’s Open Day! It’s on at our City and Woolston campuses from 2pm to 5pm on Thursday 15 June. Open Day is a great opportunity to meet tutors, tour the campus, attend subject info sessions and … View moreDiscover how to get the skills and knowledge you need for the job you want at Ara Institute of Canterbury’s Open Day! It’s on at our City and Woolston campuses from 2pm to 5pm on Thursday 15 June. Open Day is a great opportunity to meet tutors, tour the campus, attend subject info sessions and learn about more than 150 study options ranging from certificates and diplomas to degrees and graduate qualifications. You can even enrol on the day.
Come along and discover how to make knowledge work for you!
Stuart and Sally Daddy have owned The Lounge Suite Company in Blenheim for the past six years.
There are so many things to love about winter... woolly socks, toasting marshmallows, hearty casseroles and being able to rug up warm next to the fire with some mulled wine mmm... We’re also celebrating Beer & Wine Week, so if you're entertaining or heading away this week, come on in and… View moreThere are so many things to love about winter... woolly socks, toasting marshmallows, hearty casseroles and being able to rug up warm next to the fire with some mulled wine mmm... We’re also celebrating Beer & Wine Week, so if you're entertaining or heading away this week, come on in and see us so that you’re sorted for the long weekend!
The Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards celebrate New Zealand teachers, leaders and communities who are working together to improve outcomes for our children and young people. This year, 14 finalists from across New Zealand have been recognised for their outstanding achievements – … View moreThe Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards celebrate New Zealand teachers, leaders and communities who are working together to improve outcomes for our children and young people. This year, 14 finalists from across New Zealand have been recognised for their outstanding achievements – including Halswell School. Please join us in congratulating them, and find out about their achievements here.
Take the whole family to the Blenheim Volunteer Fire Station today. Meet a firefighter, try out the equipment, have fun, enjoy the sausage sizzle.
10am to 2pm today.
Learning can happen anywhere. Enrol in a Bachelor of Arts at Massey – the only BA you can study from wherever you are. With 26 majors on offer you can study what you’re passionate about, while gaining valuable knowledge that will serve you now and in the future. Semester 2 starts July.
One space available for your dog or pup wanting a home with amazing views, an occasional job, lots of love and good tucker. We can offer a lifestyle and retirement on our small steep cattle grazing block in the Sounds. If you think you may qualify please get in touch.
Good in the Hood is your chance to support local groups in your neighbourhood. Right across New Zealand, groups of all sizes and from a variety of backgrounds are meeting different needs in their communities. So next time you’re at your local Z, remember to vote and … View moreGood in the Hood is your chance to support local groups in your neighbourhood. Right across New Zealand, groups of all sizes and from a variety of backgrounds are meeting different needs in their communities. So next time you’re at your local Z, remember to vote and help a group do good in your hood.
The Marlborough Community Foodbank, like many families in the region, is approaching the winter months with caution as its coffers run short.
Although the shelves are well-stocked, with more food coming in from the supermarkets, the cost of running the service has caused the foodbank to dip into… View moreThe Marlborough Community Foodbank, like many families in the region, is approaching the winter months with caution as its coffers run short.
Although the shelves are well-stocked, with more food coming in from the supermarkets, the cost of running the service has caused the foodbank to dip into its savings.
A big THANKS to all our customers - Canstar Blue have just awarded Electric Kiwi the 2017 Most Satisfied Customers Award – Electricity Retailers.
If you are also interested in guaranteed savings, no contracts, awesome online service and one hour of free power every day,
then jump on over … View moreA big THANKS to all our customers - Canstar Blue have just awarded Electric Kiwi the 2017 Most Satisfied Customers Award – Electricity Retailers.
If you are also interested in guaranteed savings, no contracts, awesome online service and one hour of free power every day,
then jump on over and see why a smaller smarter power company could be better for you.
We need your help to find Marlborough's oldest Facebook user?
Do you know any oldies using social media?
Edythe Kirchmaier (USA) signed up for a page on her 105th birthday.
This weekend in Blenheim you may notice a certain eerie still in the air. A spooky calm. You may go to the $2 shop and notice all the leopard skin tights have sold out. The hair salons have locked their doors in terror. Your auntie is dusting off the leather jacket with tassels, purple mascara and … View moreThis weekend in Blenheim you may notice a certain eerie still in the air. A spooky calm. You may go to the $2 shop and notice all the leopard skin tights have sold out. The hair salons have locked their doors in terror. Your auntie is dusting off the leather jacket with tassels, purple mascara and hoop earrings.
Anyone seen my scrunchy?
Don't be too petrified. It's only the countdown to the biggest rock opera of probably forever playing live (and nearly in love) at Biddy Kate's Irish Bar.
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