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.

57 days ago

Ryman Village Open Days

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Friday 17 & Saturday 18 October, 10am - 2pm.

Come and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities, we'd love to show you around.

Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.
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57 days ago

Keep your vehicle safe with the following tips ...

The Team from New Zealand Police

πŸš— Vehicle parked in a visible location, or off the street if possible.
πŸš™ Valuables, including keys, removed from vehicle, or stored safely out of sight.
πŸš— Vehicle locked & keys taken with you.
πŸš™ Keys & key chains do not display names, addresses, or license plate numbers.
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πŸš— Vehicle parked in a visible location, or off the street if possible.
πŸš™ Valuables, including keys, removed from vehicle, or stored safely out of sight.
πŸš— Vehicle locked & keys taken with you.
πŸš™ Keys & key chains do not display names, addresses, or license plate numbers.
πŸš— Number plates secured with anti-theft screws (available at car accessory stores).
πŸš™ Alloy wheels secured with fit locking, anti-tamper wheel nuts.
πŸš— Car ownership information stored at home, not in the vehicle.
πŸš™ Vehicle fitted with an anti-theft device, such as a steering wheel lock or alarm.
πŸš— If the vehicle is keyless, β€˜keys’ (or entry device) kept a safe distance from the car, away from doors & windows so the signal cannot be interfered with.
πŸš™ Get to know neighbours & their vehicles so you’ll know if you see something that doesn’t seem right.

Always report suspicious behaviour in your neighbourhood.

If it's already happened, phone 105 or report at 105.police.govt.nz.
If it's happening now, call 111.

Want to make an anonymous report? Contact Crime Stoppers

For more tips on keeping safe, visit the police.govt.nz website.

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74 days ago

Scam Alert: Cryptocurrency

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Financial Markets Authority are warning the community about a new scam where scammers are hacking social media accounts in order to pretend to be a friend and loved one. When impersonating, they use special codes and sophisticated software to manipulate the target's cryptocurrency wallets

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Financial Markets Authority are warning the community about a new scam where scammers are hacking social media accounts in order to pretend to be a friend and loved one. When impersonating, they use special codes and sophisticated software to manipulate the target's cryptocurrency wallets

How to avoid scams involving hacked social media accounts:
- When approached by your family or friends on social media talking about investment opportunities, be wary.
- Consider contacting the loved one by other means toverify their identity, such as by phone.
- Be careful when anyone or any platform requires advance payments to withdraw funds.

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58 days ago

Poll: Space or the Ocean β€” Where should our focus be? β˜„οΈπŸŒŠ

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Neighbourly team has been diving into a big question: should our curiosity take us up into space or down into the ocean?

It’s wild to think that more people have walked on the Moon than have reached the deepest point of the sea. Why is that?

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Space or the Ocean β€” Where should our focus be? β˜„οΈπŸŒŠ
  • 89.5% The Ocean!
    89.5% Complete
  • 10.5% Space!
    10.5% Complete
523 votes
58 days ago

Bake Cupcakes, Change Animals’ Lives

SPCA Cupcake Day

Cupcake Day is back on Wednesday 29 October, and we need you!

Across New Zealand, animal lovers will be baking and selling cupcakes, raising funds to give vulnerable animals the second chances they deserve. Whether you host a morning tea, run a bake sale, or simply share treats with friends for… View more
Cupcake Day is back on Wednesday 29 October, and we need you!

Across New Zealand, animal lovers will be baking and selling cupcakes, raising funds to give vulnerable animals the second chances they deserve. Whether you host a morning tea, run a bake sale, or simply share treats with friends for a donation, you’ll be part of a nationwide community making a real difference. Every cupcake counts so sign up today and help create a brighter future for animals in need.
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59 days ago

Dehumidifier Goldair 12 lt

Michael from Picton - Waikawa

Goldair 12lt dehumidifier as new condition . Cost $269 sell $125. View Picton or I can deliver to local and Blenheim areas. Ph 021971570 Mike

Price: $120

59 days ago

A gift for you when you subscribe to NZ House & Garden

NZ House & Garden

Looking for inspiration for your home and garden? Subscribe to NZ House & Garden today and receive a luxurious bonus gift.

When you take out a 1- or 2-year subscription, you’ll receive a FREE ManukaRx Firming Day Cream, valued at $52 RRP.

Infused with the power of East Cape mānuka … View more
Looking for inspiration for your home and garden? Subscribe to NZ House & Garden today and receive a luxurious bonus gift.

When you take out a 1- or 2-year subscription, you’ll receive a FREE ManukaRx Firming Day Cream, valued at $52 RRP.

Infused with the power of East Cape mānuka oil, this lightweight daily cream is designed to hydrate, firm, and nourish your skin – the perfect treat to enjoy while you relax with your magazine.

Subscribe now for endless ideas, beautiful homes and gardens from across New Zealand, and a little indulgence just for you.

From the team at Mags4Gifts

T&Cs apply. Offer available to the first 300 people who subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years before 26 October 2025
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60 days ago

Making life a little better every day

Stillwater Lifecare & Village

Making life a little better every day is our goal at Stillwater Lifecare & Village and for Village Customer Specialist, Lisa Robb, it’s a personal mission. "Every day I wake up and think about what I can do to make our residents' lives better and happier," she says. See how … View moreMaking life a little better every day is our goal at Stillwater Lifecare & Village and for Village Customer Specialist, Lisa Robb, it’s a personal mission. "Every day I wake up and think about what I can do to make our residents' lives better and happier," she says. See how that spirit comes to life at Stillwater Lifecare & Village in Richmond. Come for a coffee and meet the team. We can’t wait to show you around.
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68 days ago

Poll: Is the Government doing enough now to avoid a serious budget gap in the future? πŸ’Έ

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Long-Term Fiscal Statement just dropped. At first glance, it might seem a bit dry, but the message is pretty clear ... and a bit worrying. The big takeaway? Our financial pressures are only going to keep growing.

There’s no single fix. It’ll take a mix of solutions to deal with the … View more
The Long-Term Fiscal Statement just dropped. At first glance, it might seem a bit dry, but the message is pretty clear ... and a bit worrying. The big takeaway? Our financial pressures are only going to keep growing.

There’s no single fix. It’ll take a mix of solutions to deal with the challenges ahead.

Want to read more? Andrea Vance shares her opinions here.

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Is the Government doing enough now to avoid a serious budget gap in the future? πŸ’Έ
  • 18.8% Yes
    18.8% Complete
  • 76.4% No
    76.4% Complete
  • 4.7% No opinion
    4.7% Complete
1370 votes
64 days ago

Japanese knives

Ron from Fairhall - Renwick - Woodbourne

SharpAs Tool Tips
A selection of quality Japanese knives were brought in for sharpening. These knives can attain an incredible level of sharpness, but they can also chip easily if they strike hard objects like bone.

If you have knives, garden tools, metal or woodwork tools, kitchen utensils, or… View more
SharpAs Tool Tips
A selection of quality Japanese knives were brought in for sharpening. These knives can attain an incredible level of sharpness, but they can also chip easily if they strike hard objects like bone.

If you have knives, garden tools, metal or woodwork tools, kitchen utensils, or other gear that needs sharpening or reconditioning, come and see me:
πŸ”Ή Redwood Market – Saturday mornings
πŸ”Ή Marlborough Farmers’ Market – Sunday mornings
Or you can contact me directly on 027 444 5535 or on my landline 03 572 2555.

Cheers,
Ron

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65 days ago

Pay no weekly fee for 12 months*

Ernest Rutherford Retirement Village

At Ryman you won't pay your base weekly fee for 12 months* when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating Ryman village before 31 October 2025.

That means that you won’t pay rates, water rates, home insurance, maintenance fees and more.

And because life … View more
At Ryman you won't pay your base weekly fee for 12 months* when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating Ryman village before 31 October 2025.

That means that you won’t pay rates, water rates, home insurance, maintenance fees and more.

And because life at Ryman means less home upkeep, you’ll have more time for the things you love.

*Participating villages only, terms and conditions apply.

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66 days ago

Ryman Village Open Days

Ernest Rutherford Retirement Village

Friday 17 & Saturday 18 October, 10am - 2pm.

Experience the award-winning lifestyle at a Ryman village.

Join us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the premium amenities on offer.

We look forward to seeing you.

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74 days ago

Choice News Tuesday: Bird of the Year ... voting is open!

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

For two decades, Aotearoa’s favourite feathery showdown has crowned our top bird ... and the competition has never been fiercer.

Behind the fun is a serious mission. Many of New Zealand’s native species are in serious trouble. Bird of the Year raises awareness of their habitats, the threats … View more
For two decades, Aotearoa’s favourite feathery showdown has crowned our top bird ... and the competition has never been fiercer.

Behind the fun is a serious mission. Many of New Zealand’s native species are in serious trouble. Bird of the Year raises awareness of their habitats, the threats they face, and how we can protect our feathered taonga. Important work that we love seeing!

Who was last year’s champ? πŸ† The Yellow-eyed penguin, one of the world’s rarest penguins. But this year, Neighbourly is keeping a close eye on another ocean wanderer: the TΔ«tΔ« (Cook’s petrel).

Who is getting your vote this year? πŸ¦πŸ’›

πŸ—³ Voting closes: Sunday 28 September
πŸ… Winner announced: Monday 29 September

We hope this brings a smile!

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67 days ago

Leading from the heart

Stillwater Lifecare & Village

Great care starts with great teams.

Our COO Jodie| believes high performance begins with shared purpose: β€œMost people want to do good. My role is to walk alongside them and remove roadblocks.” See how that spirit comes to life at Stillwater Lifecare & Village in Richmond.

Come for… View more
Great care starts with great teams.

Our COO Jodie| believes high performance begins with shared purpose: β€œMost people want to do good. My role is to walk alongside them and remove roadblocks.” See how that spirit comes to life at Stillwater Lifecare & Village in Richmond.

Come for a coffee and meet the team. We can’t wait to show you around.

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67 days ago

Free up your time for what matters.

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

With daily chef prepared meals, housekeeping and more, Ryman serviced apartments free up your time for what really matters - family, catching up with an old friend, or simply your favourite book.

We have serviced apartments available now - find a village near you.
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