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Well, it's official. Blenheim is hosting the Black Hawk National Dog Show next year. That's right, Blenheim, the town that doesn't allow dogs in the CBD. Should we say 'to hell with it' and let dogs in the town centre that week of October?
Here's the story in case … View moreWell, it's official. Blenheim is hosting the Black Hawk National Dog Show next year. That's right, Blenheim, the town that doesn't allow dogs in the CBD. Should we say 'to hell with it' and let dogs in the town centre that week of October?
Here's the story in case you haven't seen it. www.stuff.co.nz...
Feel free to comment with other ideas. Some comments may be used in a story.
Nelson Marlborough Health (NMH) is preparing to close most elective services provided at Nelson and Wairau hospitals on Thursday 5 & 12 July 2018 due to nationwide strikes by nurses, midwives and healthcare assistants who are covered by the New Zealand Nurses Organisation (NZNO) collective … View moreNelson Marlborough Health (NMH) is preparing to close most elective services provided at Nelson and Wairau hospitals on Thursday 5 & 12 July 2018 due to nationwide strikes by nurses, midwives and healthcare assistants who are covered by the New Zealand Nurses Organisation (NZNO) collective employment agreement.
Strike notices have been received for:
Thursday 5 July, from 7am (ending 7am 6 July).
and Thursday 12 July, from 7am (ending 7am 13 July).
Read more here on our website www.nmdhb.govt.nz...
It’s all about ideas at the Marlborough Home & Garden Show on 6-8 July. Here’s your chance to check out the latest trends with over 100 exhibitors with our BUY 1 GET 1 FREE ADULT TICKET OFFER. Check out the ‘Ask an Expert’ sessions for help on your next home improvement or landscaping … View moreIt’s all about ideas at the Marlborough Home & Garden Show on 6-8 July. Here’s your chance to check out the latest trends with over 100 exhibitors with our BUY 1 GET 1 FREE ADULT TICKET OFFER. Check out the ‘Ask an Expert’ sessions for help on your next home improvement or landscaping project. Plus, be in to win an Electric Fold-Up Bike thanks to EziRider.
Save the date in your diaries; 6 - 8 July 2018
Friday & Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 10am-4pm
Marlborough Lines Stadium 2000
Adults $5
Gold Card Friday $2.5
Under 16 Free
Arrived at work this morning to find a sea of newspaper ends in the kitchen.
We sell these at reception so pop in anytime and grab a roll - great for kids projects, covering tables, packing .... the list goes on.
Most rolls cost $8.
Canterbury drivers, in the alpine areas and the lower half of the island should be on the lookout for black ice and slippery conditions as a cold front sweeps up the country today, says the NZ Transport Agency’s Network Operations Manager Tresca Forrester.
Stay up-to-date:
- The key traffic … View moreCanterbury drivers, in the alpine areas and the lower half of the island should be on the lookout for black ice and slippery conditions as a cold front sweeps up the country today, says the NZ Transport Agency’s Network Operations Manager Tresca Forrester.
Stay up-to-date:
- The key traffic and travel source which provides up-to-date information on weather and road conditions is NZTA website.
- Important information is also shared via the Transport Agency’s accounts listed here.
- Drivers can also call 0800 4 HIGHWAYS (0800 44 44 49) to speak to the call centre team who can provide them with traffic and travel information either before they’re travelling or when they’re on the road.
For more information click here.
Image: Stuff
In some emergencies you may be stranded in your vehicle for some time. A flood, snow storm or major traffic accident could make it impossible to proceed.
What emergency supplies do you have in your vehicle?
www.happens.nz...
What an amazing cloud formation over the Wither Hills today. This photo was taken by our photographer Ricky Wilson.
Graeme Bergh is a keen motorcyclist and happens to be a NZ Police officer. He’s attended many serious motorcycle crashes and learned first-hand the factors that cause and contribute to them.
Sadly, in the majority of cases, there were things the rider could have done to prevent the crash, … View moreGraeme Bergh is a keen motorcyclist and happens to be a NZ Police officer. He’s attended many serious motorcycle crashes and learned first-hand the factors that cause and contribute to them.
Sadly, in the majority of cases, there were things the rider could have done to prevent the crash, “and that breaks my heart”, says Graeme. His solution? “Do some training”. It just might save your life.
Sign up for training today.
Is there anyone local, Marlborough/Nelson, who is a bit of an expert on furs and can tell me what the fur is of my mother-in-law's coat ? Was going to take it into Maxwell Furriers in Chch, but they seem to be defunct.
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and her partner Clarke Gayford have welcomed a baby girl. To read more, click here.
Does it make sense to buy teenagers bigger beds so they have more room to grow? Or, like writer and mum Jayne D'Arcy, do you think a double could equal trouble later on?
After debate around whether Matariki should become a public holiday, ACT leader David Seymour said he was "open" to public holidays being scrapped in New Zealand - well, all but Anzac and Waitangi.
He says people should be able to make their own holiday arrangements, rather than the … View moreAfter debate around whether Matariki should become a public holiday, ACT leader David Seymour said he was "open" to public holidays being scrapped in New Zealand - well, all but Anzac and Waitangi.
He says people should be able to make their own holiday arrangements, rather than the Government telling us when to take the day off.
We want to know your thoughts. Should people be able to make their own holiday arrangements? Or should we leave our holidays as is?
1400 dogs from more than 120 breeds are are expected to roll into Blenheim for the Black Hawk Dog Show in Spring 2019.
This is the first time the show has been held outside one of the main centres.
You can read the full story: bit.ly...
A glossy brochure claiming to be from The Great Akasia Holiday firm has been delivered to mailboxes in Marlborough. Two free scratch cards inside are included with one seeming to scoop delighted players US$20,000. Have you received the scam card?
What did you do when you received it? Are there … View moreA glossy brochure claiming to be from The Great Akasia Holiday firm has been delivered to mailboxes in Marlborough. Two free scratch cards inside are included with one seeming to scoop delighted players US$20,000. Have you received the scam card?
What did you do when you received it? Are there any of your neighbours you think you should alert to this? Read the full story here.
Image:Stuff
If you want a career with variety, a good income and the potential to be your own boss, a trade could be just the thing.
Ara Institute of Canterbury in Christchurch has trades programmes starting in July in carpentry and building, painting and decorating, engineering trades, electrical trades … View moreIf you want a career with variety, a good income and the potential to be your own boss, a trade could be just the thing.
Ara Institute of Canterbury in Christchurch has trades programmes starting in July in carpentry and building, painting and decorating, engineering trades, electrical trades and joinery. There’s a Youth Guarantee foundation course in building and construction, and the Timaru campus has programmes in painting and decorating and engineering trades.
These programmes are enrolling now so see the website or call 0800 24 24 76 for more details and apply today to start in July.
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