Picton - Waikawa, Picton

Happy new year, neighbours!

Happy new year, neighbours!

From us at Neighbourly, we're wishing you the best for 2026!

3332 days ago

Warnings issued for tramping tracks following earthquakes, storms

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

The Department of Conservation is advising people to stay away from all DOC-managed tracks and conservation areas in South Marlborough and Kaikoura until further notice while damage is assessed.

- People are also advised to stay off the Clarence River which a landslide has partially blocked … View more
The Department of Conservation is advising people to stay away from all DOC-managed tracks and conservation areas in South Marlborough and Kaikoura until further notice while damage is assessed.

- People are also advised to stay off the Clarence River which a landslide has partially blocked until it has been assessed.

- The Acheron Road through Molesworth Station is currently closed until further notice as damage to the road is still to be assessed.

- Rainbow Road through the station is also closed until further notice due to a large slip.

Click through on the link for more information.

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3334 days ago

Donations collected for Earthquake and Flooding victims

Shirl from Picton - Waikawa

I know a lot of people would like to help the victims of the Earthquakes and Flooding.  In Picton we have  collection points for donations of groceries and home baking.  Xmas will be here soon so collection of new toys and vouchers also will be accepted  which will be distributed to … View moreI know a lot of people would like to help the victims of the Earthquakes and Flooding.  In Picton we have  collection points for donations of groceries and home baking.  Xmas will be here soon so collection of new toys and vouchers also will be accepted  which will be distributed to the families in need.  Thanks to Picton Fresh Choice,  Picton Four Square,  Kaipupu Point Office in the Mall and Shirley  & Colin Timms home, 6 Huia St,  Picton.   Phone if any pick-ups are required,  0276253080

3333 days ago

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3333 days ago

Road updates

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

Here's the latest on our roads and directions for those drivers who have to get to Christchurch.

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3333 days ago

Quake photos

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

Click on the link to see a slideshow of some of our earthquake photos. We will keep adding to the slideshow as more pics arrive.
If you have photos to share, please send them to megan.leov@mex.co.nz. Thank you.

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3333 days ago

WARNING

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

A warning has been issued about sewerage overflows in parts of Marlborough.

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3334 days ago

UPDATE - Roads closed

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

Click through for the latest information about our roads and public spaces after the earthquakes and flooding.

3334 days ago

The land has risen out of the sea

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

A rescue operation has been launched to help shell-shocked sea life on the new sea shore of the Kaikoura coast.

Thousands of paua have been thrust from their watery homes after the devastating 7.5 magnitude earthquake lifted the coastline on Monday morning.

Residents around the Kaikoura area … View more
A rescue operation has been launched to help shell-shocked sea life on the new sea shore of the Kaikoura coast.

Thousands of paua have been thrust from their watery homes after the devastating 7.5 magnitude earthquake lifted the coastline on Monday morning.

Residents around the Kaikoura area up to Ward, in southern Marlborough, have described a rise of 2 metres, exposing sea life including paua, crayfish and leaving fish stranded and dead.

3334 days ago

The Marlborough Express today

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

Today's paper is full of news from around Kaikoura and Marlborough.

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3340 days ago

THIS IS YOUR TICKET

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

Good luck Marlborough!
Instead of spending our Melbourne Cup winnings on morning tea, the team at the The Marlborough Express bought this Lotto ticket for the region.
If it’s the winning ticket, we'll donate every cent to Marlborough.
How do you suggest we spend the winnings?

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3334 days ago

Earthquake aftermath like 'armageddon'

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

People in Kaikoura are describing the aftermath of Monday's 7.5 magnitude earthquake as "armageddon".

Our Kaikoura Star reporter Emma Dangerfield​ said the town felt isolated, though she knew pictures of the area were being beamed across the world.

"There are so many … View more
People in Kaikoura are describing the aftermath of Monday's 7.5 magnitude earthquake as "armageddon".

Our Kaikoura Star reporter Emma Dangerfield​ said the town felt isolated, though she knew pictures of the area were being beamed across the world.

"There are so many helicopters going over all the time, it's a bit like armageddon really. There's thousands of people camping in places you wouldn't normally see them, and then the rest of it is like a ghost town. The shops are closed, and things are cordoned off.

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3334 days ago

Flooding

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

UPDATE
State Highway 6 is closed between Renwick and Nelson

Queen Charlotte Drive is closed with slips at Momorangi.
Waikakaho closed at the bridge.
Kenepuru Rd is closed beyond Portage.
Para Rd is closed due to flooding.
Wakamarina Rd is closed due to flooding.
Elizabeth St / Dillons Pt … View more
UPDATE
State Highway 6 is closed between Renwick and Nelson

Queen Charlotte Drive is closed with slips at Momorangi.
Waikakaho closed at the bridge.
Kenepuru Rd is closed beyond Portage.
Para Rd is closed due to flooding.
Wakamarina Rd is closed due to flooding.
Elizabeth St / Dillons Pt Footbridge is closed due to bridge damage.
Diversion is closed to road damage
Lansdowne Park is closed due to liquefaction
Endeavour Park Pavilion Closed till an inspection is completed.

3335 days ago

Is there are hero out there?

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

Today our reporters were out and about bringing you the quake stories as they happened.
Tomorrow we'd like to follow up with the important stories about those heroes who rushed out in the middle of the night to check on their friends and neighbours.
Do you have a hero neighbour in your … View more
Today our reporters were out and about bringing you the quake stories as they happened.
Tomorrow we'd like to follow up with the important stories about those heroes who rushed out in the middle of the night to check on their friends and neighbours.
Do you have a hero neighbour in your street?

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3335 days ago

What a day

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

It's been a long and rocky day for us all.
Hopefully you've all had a warm dinner and have a comfortable place to stay tonight.
Good idea to make sure you have a family emergency plan in place and your shoes and warm coat at hand.
These are the things you need to know in … View more
It's been a long and rocky day for us all.
Hopefully you've all had a warm dinner and have a comfortable place to stay tonight.
Good idea to make sure you have a family emergency plan in place and your shoes and warm coat at hand.
These are the things you need to know in Marlborough.....

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3336 days ago

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