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2327 days ago

Poll: Life in Blenheim's CBD

Jennifer Eder Reporter from Marlborough Express

Would you live in an apartment in Blenheim's CBD if it meant giving up your vehicle?
Email your thoughts to jennifer.eder@stuff.co.nz

Life in Blenheim's CBD
  • 2.6% Yes, I'd love to get rid of my car
    2.6% Complete
  • 12.8% Yes, if I could walk to work, school, supermarkets
    12.8% Complete
  • 2.6% Yes, if I had a shared garden or park nearby
    2.6% Complete
  • 5.1% I already live centrally without a car
    5.1% Complete
  • 2.6% Maybe as an affordable first home option
    2.6% Complete
  • 10.3% I would rent a CBD apartment but I wouldn't buy one
    10.3% Complete
  • 25.6% Not without my car
    25.6% Complete
  • 25.6% No, I like having a private backyard too much
    25.6% Complete
  • 7.7% No, I work too far away to give up my car
    7.7% Complete
  • 5.1% No, for other reasons
    5.1% Complete
39 votes
2328 days ago

BUYERS TIP!

Diane from

Buyers tip! - Don't miss the moment!

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2328 days ago

SuperSeniors Newsletter August 2019

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

The August edition of the SuperSenior newsletter is out now! It's filled with all the latest news and Super Gold Card offers.

In this issue we find out about the Spark phone scam and how to avoid becoming a victim.

We also find out more about virtual reality technology being … View more
Hi Neighbours!

The August edition of the SuperSenior newsletter is out now! It's filled with all the latest news and Super Gold Card offers.

In this issue we find out about the Spark phone scam and how to avoid becoming a victim.

We also find out more about virtual reality technology being piloted at the Lady Allum rest home in Auckland.

To subscribe, follow this link: bit.ly...

To view the current edition go to bit.ly...

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2333 days ago

Lions Book Fair

Gaynor from Blenheim

The collection bins are ready and waiting for all your good condition books CDs, DVDs, LPs and jigsaws.
You'll find the bins in any supermarket, Mitre 10, Still Books and Redwoodtown Pharmacy.
Have a clear out and then come to our Book Fair ( 15 th-18th Aug.) to fill your shelves again.

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2329 days ago

Poll: Does Beaver Rd need more speed bumps?

Chloe Ranford Reporter from Marlborough Express

Beaver Rd residents are "generally supportive" of stopping speedsters, the council says, prompting an investigation into more traffic measures for the road ... though they haven't decided what these will be.

What do you think? Should more traffic calming measures be installed? What… View more
Beaver Rd residents are "generally supportive" of stopping speedsters, the council says, prompting an investigation into more traffic measures for the road ... though they haven't decided what these will be.

What do you think? Should more traffic calming measures be installed? What kind of do you think should go in?

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Does Beaver Rd need more speed bumps?
  • 18.2% Yes, there are too many speedsters.
    18.2% Complete
  • 13.6% No, but it does need something.
    13.6% Complete
  • 50% No, it's fine as it is.
    50% Complete
  • 18.2% I don't mind.
    18.2% Complete
22 votes
2329 days ago

What does it cost to stay warm at home?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

If this cold snap is getting to you but you're worried about the cost of cranking up your heating, don't despair.

We asked the energy experts to breakdown the running costs of all our favourite winter warmers, so you can work out how to get the best heating bang for your buck.

And … View more
If this cold snap is getting to you but you're worried about the cost of cranking up your heating, don't despair.

We asked the energy experts to breakdown the running costs of all our favourite winter warmers, so you can work out how to get the best heating bang for your buck.

And while it's no shock that firing up a 2Kw electric heater doesn't come cheap, the price of a warm bed for a toasty night's sleep might surprise you. Check out the full rundown, including electric blankets, hot showers, heated towel rails and more, here.

2329 days ago

Save the dates

Social Media Manager from Tuia 250 ki Tōtaranui

Make sure you mark these important dates in your calendar.

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2330 days ago

Construction ramps up on new Ōpaoa Bridge

The Team from Marlborough District Council

Beam placement and deck construction is underway on the new Ōpaoa Bridge project. Up until now, work on the new bridge has had little effect on road users, but this will change as construction ramps up.

Work on retaining walls and pavement from the new bridge to Dodson Street will soon begin, … View more
Beam placement and deck construction is underway on the new Ōpaoa Bridge project. Up until now, work on the new bridge has had little effect on road users, but this will change as construction ramps up.

Work on retaining walls and pavement from the new bridge to Dodson Street will soon begin, along with roading works to tie new pavement to the existing pavement.

Please keep in mind that traffic management and speed restrictions will be in place during this time and although two lanes of traffic will mostly be maintained, some activities will require traffic control.
Find out more

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2330 days ago

Poll: How regularly do you get your eyes tested?

Sophie Trigger Reporter from Marlborough Express

A study conducted by Specsavers showed that 89% of kiwis have experienced a problem with their eyes. 1 in 5 of these people do not seek medical assistance.

Have you ever been surprised by the results of an eye test? Email sophie.trigger@stuff.co.nz

How often do you get your eyes tested?

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How regularly do you get your eyes tested?
  • 10.3% I have never had my eyes tested.
    10.3% Complete
  • 34.5% Only when required to by AA.
    34.5% Complete
  • 44.8% When I notice a problem.
    44.8% Complete
  • 10.3% Multiple times a year.
    10.3% Complete
29 votes
2330 days ago
2331 days ago

Am I eligible for publicly funded health services?

Stephanie Gray from Nelson Marlborough Health

To find out if you are eligible for publicly funded health and disability services visit the Ministry of Health website at www.health.govt.nz...

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2331 days ago

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Come in and talk to the team for a FREE, no-obligation consultation on how the … View more
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2333 days ago
2333 days ago

Are we living in a culture that doesn't allow us to adequately supervise our young children?

Reporter Marlborough Express

Child development expert Nathan Wallis says "we've created an economy where it's impossible to buy a house in New Zealand without having two parents go to work, so how are we expected to be available to walk kids to school every day?".

Do you agree with this? Do you think … View more
Child development expert Nathan Wallis says "we've created an economy where it's impossible to buy a house in New Zealand without having two parents go to work, so how are we expected to be available to walk kids to school every day?".

Do you agree with this? Do you think we're part of a culture that doesn't allow us to adequately supervise young children?

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2334 days ago

Want to promote your services on Neighbourly?

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Neighbourly is a great place to get extra profile for your product or business - but commercial messaging without a Business profile is a Neighbourly no-no.

To advertise your services you need to set up a Premium Business Listing.

Whether you're a local tradie, a massage therapist, a … View more
Neighbourly is a great place to get extra profile for your product or business - but commercial messaging without a Business profile is a Neighbourly no-no.

To advertise your services you need to set up a Premium Business Listing.

Whether you're a local tradie, a massage therapist, a life coach or a computer fixer-upperer, if you're making money from the service you're offering and/or are a registered business, a Neighbourly business profile is for you!

Your services can then be found in the local Business Directory on Neighbourly - a one-stop shop of businesses, tradies and services in your community.

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