Picton - Waikawa, Picton

Happy new year, neighbours!

Happy new year, neighbours!

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

2362 days ago

Heavy rain watch in place for Marlborough

Neighbourly.co.nz

MetService has issued a heavy rain watch for Marlborough.

Valid: 13 hours from 8:00pm Monday to 9:00am Tuesday
Forecast: A period of heavy northerly rain is expected, and rainfall accumulations may approach warning criteria.

An update for severe weather will be issued by 10:00am Monday 15 … View more
MetService has issued a heavy rain watch for Marlborough.

Valid: 13 hours from 8:00pm Monday to 9:00am Tuesday
Forecast: A period of heavy northerly rain is expected, and rainfall accumulations may approach warning criteria.

An update for severe weather will be issued by 10:00am Monday 15 Jul 2019
Read more

Image
2363 days ago

How long will I wait at the hospital Emergency Department?

Stephanie Gray from Nelson Marlborough Health

Worst in - first served.
Patients arriving at the hospital ED with less critical illnesses or injuries are likely to experience a long wait. Please be patient and understand we take your care seriously, but must treat people with urgent illnesses first.
#healthcarestartshere

Image
2363 days ago

Get a Clever Home package

Genesis Energy

Moving house soon? Whether you're moving or looking to switch from your current power company, we can help turn your house into a smart home. Move with Genesis and you could get a Genesis Clever Home package valued at $679.

T&C's apply.
Find out more

Image
2363 days ago

Would you like to sail on a 10 day trip on the Tuia 250 flotilla?

Social Media Manager from Tuia 250 ki Tōtaranui

Two lucky Marlburians can apply to win trainee berths on the dual heritage Tuia 250 flotilla, thanks to the Tōtaranui 250 Trust. There is a place for a man on the Waka Ngahiraka Mai Tawhiti and a place for a woman on the HMB Endeavour. The voyage departs from Mangonui on November 12 and sails for … View moreTwo lucky Marlburians can apply to win trainee berths on the dual heritage Tuia 250 flotilla, thanks to the Tōtaranui 250 Trust. There is a place for a man on the Waka Ngahiraka Mai Tawhiti and a place for a woman on the HMB Endeavour. The voyage departs from Mangonui on November 12 and sails for 11 days until it reaches Meretoto/Ship Cove where you will be part of the welcome to the region at the Pōwhiri on November 21. The next day will see you sail through Tōtaranui/Queen Charlotte Sound arriving to an enormous community welcome at Waitohi/Picton foreshore on November 22.

This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to take part in this historic event. You will be an ambassador for Tuia 250 and be part of the exciting activities happening in Marlborough commemorating 250 years since the first encounters between Māori and Pakeha.

Your duties may include cooking, cleaning, maintenance duties, rigging activities and watcher duties. You will also enjoy morning swims, tramps, wānanga, discussions, learn waiata, and participate in community engagement activities.

The Tuia 250 voyage will visit fifteen communities with a flotilla of dual heritage vessels including waka hourua, va’a moana (from Tahiti), and heritage tall ships to promote the exceptional feats of Pacific, Māori and European voyaging that brought us together.

Specific terms and conditions apply. Travel to departure point is not included. The successful applicants must be aged 19yrs and over. Applications close 23 July.

For more information and to apply click on the link to www.totaranui250.co.nz...

Image
2364 days ago

Special Neighbourly Discount

Stuff Pix

Take 50% off your next Stuff Pix movie with the special rewards code: HalfPrice4You

Watch Joaquin Phoenix and John C. Reilly star in The Sister Brothers, set in 1850s Oregon, the infamous duo of assassins, Eli and Charlie Sisters, chase a gold prospector and his unexpected ally.

Half price… View more
Take 50% off your next Stuff Pix movie with the special rewards code: HalfPrice4You

Watch Joaquin Phoenix and John C. Reilly star in The Sister Brothers, set in 1850s Oregon, the infamous duo of assassins, Eli and Charlie Sisters, chase a gold prospector and his unexpected ally.

Half price offer ends on 31/07/19, one redemption per user.
Get 50% off

Image
2365 days ago

Clean up around your place with Resene!

Resene

Buy $100 or more of any Resene premium paints, primers, sealers or wood stains and get your choice of cleaning product FREE! Choose from Resene Deep Clean 1L, Resene Moss & Mould Killer 1L, Resene Paint Prep and Housewash 1L, Resene Roof and Metal Wash 1L, Resene Timber and Deck Wash 1L or … View moreBuy $100 or more of any Resene premium paints, primers, sealers or wood stains and get your choice of cleaning product FREE! Choose from Resene Deep Clean 1L, Resene Moss & Mould Killer 1L, Resene Paint Prep and Housewash 1L, Resene Roof and Metal Wash 1L, Resene Timber and Deck Wash 1L or Resene Interior Paintwork Cleaner 250ml (ready to use or concentrate). PLUS get a special price on Resene Ceiling Paint 10L white. Just $99* per 10L! *Tinting and PaintWise levy extra.

Offer available from 1-31 July 2019 at Resene owned ColorShops and selected resellers, NZ only, while stocks last!

If you’re not a Resene cardholder you can sign up free online or while you are in store.
Get a DIY card

Image
2365 days ago

The Plan: Delay teen drinking

Stephanie Gray from Nelson Marlborough Health

Have you checked out THE PLAN webpage? It’s full of tips and tools to support parents around alcohol and teens

Image
2365 days ago

Poll: Marine farms in Port Underwood

Alice Angeloni Reporter from Marlborough Express

A marine farm at Port Underwood has been given permission to expand despite residents objecting. Do you think there are too many farms?

Image
Marine farms in Port Underwood
  • 0% Yes, I'm worried about aesthetics
    0% Complete
  • 50% Yes, I'm worried about ecosystems and the environment
    50% Complete
  • 23.8% No concerns, it's great for business
    23.8% Complete
  • 26.2% There's too many marine farms in the Marlborough Sounds.
    26.2% Complete
42 votes
2365 days ago
2365 days ago

Strong wind watch in place for Marlborough

Neighbourly.co.nz

MetService has issued a strong wind watch for Marlborough.

Valid: 10 hours from 3:00am to 1:00pm Sunday
Forecast: North to northwest gales may become severe in exposed places.
Read more

Image
2368 days ago

Poll: Should raised pedestrian crossings go in at the Alabama Rd and Weld St roundabout?

Chloe Ranford Reporter from Marlborough Express

Plans for raised pedestrian crossings on each road off the Alabama Rd and Weld St roundabout are receiving an independent safety audit.

The crossings would be 100 mm high - the same height as speed bumps - and were expected to slow motorists down to 30kph.

What do you think? Are crossings the … View more
Plans for raised pedestrian crossings on each road off the Alabama Rd and Weld St roundabout are receiving an independent safety audit.

The crossings would be 100 mm high - the same height as speed bumps - and were expected to slow motorists down to 30kph.

What do you think? Are crossings the height of speed bumps needed for that intersection?

Image
Should raised pedestrian crossings go in at the Alabama Rd and Weld St roundabout?
  • 11.6% Yes, definitely!
    11.6% Complete
  • 11.6% Yes, but not on each road.
    11.6% Complete
  • 65.2% No, raised crossings are not needed.
    65.2% Complete
  • 11.6% I don't mind.
    11.6% Complete
69 votes
2366 days ago

Poll: Earthcare Environmental

Jennifer Eder Reporter from Marlborough Express

Do you use the green bins from Earthcare Environmental? How would you feel about leaving out lawn clippings? If you've had a green bin for a few years, send your feedback to maia.hart@stuff.co.nz or post below.

Image
Earthcare Environmental
  • 15% I'm happy with the green bin service
    15% Complete
  • 5% I'm not happy with the green bin service
    5% Complete
  • 0% I'd be OK with leaving out lawn clippings
    0% Complete
  • 20% I'd be irritated if I had to leave out lawn clippings
    20% Complete
  • 60% I'm happy not using Earthcare at all
    60% Complete
20 votes
2366 days ago

Brother and sister team give back the secret to success to others

Graeme Dingle Foundation

Lahaina and Hawea Solomon, who grew up in Tokoroa, are leaders helping other youth reach their potential and are pursuing their own dreams at university.

The brother and sister duo were both Head Students, #Stars Peer Mentors and Excellence Award Winners.

They recently caught up with Stuff to … View more
Lahaina and Hawea Solomon, who grew up in Tokoroa, are leaders helping other youth reach their potential and are pursuing their own dreams at university.

The brother and sister duo were both Head Students, #Stars Peer Mentors and Excellence Award Winners.

They recently caught up with Stuff to talk about their journey through our Stars programme.

Learn more about their story here: bit.ly...

Image
2369 days ago

Poll: Is yarn bombing a good idea for Blenheim?

Reporter Marlborough Express

Wrapping trees in coloured yarn has been proposed as a way to brighten the town ahead of Christmas.

What do you make of the suggestion?

Email your thoughts to maia.hart@stuff.co.nz or leave a comment below.

*Please include NFP if comments not for print.

Image
Is yarn bombing a good idea for Blenheim?
  • 25.5% I love it!
    25.5% Complete
  • 3.2% It's OK
    3.2% Complete
  • 28.7% Kind of a waste of good knitting...?
    28.7% Complete
  • 42.6% I think it would look terrible
    42.6% Complete
94 votes
2368 days ago

Welcome to Neighbourly, Ryman Healthcare!

Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbours - we have a new partner! A very warm welcome to our friends at Ryman Healthcare joining us today to share the best about village life - and how to celebrate everything about being a senior New Zealander, whichever community you live in.

Please join us in welcoming Ryman Healthcare to… View more
Neighbours - we have a new partner! A very warm welcome to our friends at Ryman Healthcare joining us today to share the best about village life - and how to celebrate everything about being a senior New Zealander, whichever community you live in.

Please join us in welcoming Ryman Healthcare to our family of partners. There are exciting things to come!
Learn more

Image
Top