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Got any recipes for great festive treats?

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2038 days ago

Answers to your property price questions

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, we're all feeling the impact of the coronavirus pandemic right now, but lots of you have told us you're especially concerned about its effects on property prices in NZ. That's why we asked Quotable Value's general manager David Nagel to join us for a … View moreHey neighbours, we're all feeling the impact of the coronavirus pandemic right now, but lots of you have told us you're especially concerned about its effects on property prices in NZ. That's why we asked Quotable Value's general manager David Nagel to join us for a live Q&A to help answer your property questions.

We had a huge response, so if you sent in a question or dropped in for the chat, thank you. If you missed it, you can still check out the recap, here.

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2039 days ago

NEWS: Red Cross refugee support volunteer

Hannah Cunningham from Volunteer Marlborough

“As a volunteer, I’m learning how to effectively support a community member, a former refugee, from my home” - David (Red Cross refugee support volunteer)
Get the full news story via Radio NZ: bit.ly...
Refugee Support Volunteer is a volunteering opportunity that will be coming to Blenheim … View more
“As a volunteer, I’m learning how to effectively support a community member, a former refugee, from my home” - David (Red Cross refugee support volunteer)
Get the full news story via Radio NZ: bit.ly...
Refugee Support Volunteer is a volunteering opportunity that will be coming to Blenheim soon. If you're interested in supporting new people in our community, you can register your interest here: bit.ly...
Alternatively, send us a message, call/txt 021478330, or email vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz

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2039 days ago

Compact that garage mess...

The Team from Resene ColorShop Blenheim

Upcycle a pallet and old kitchen forks to help keep garden tools organised.

Make the most of this weekend with this step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this project yourself

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2040 days ago

Seeking caring people for literacy tutoring

Hannah Cunningham from Volunteer Marlborough

Are you a kind, caring person? Would you like to help and support adult literacy learners?⁠

This position is a bit like being a virtual tutor. Literacy coaches help people from all around New Zealand to practice their course-work via video-call and email.⁠
Flexible timing and location! ⁠

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Are you a kind, caring person? Would you like to help and support adult literacy learners?⁠

This position is a bit like being a virtual tutor. Literacy coaches help people from all around New Zealand to practice their course-work via video-call and email.⁠
Flexible timing and location! ⁠

This is a role that can be done from home or anywhere you have internet access!⁠


You can get full info on this and all available roles (and apply online) at marl.volunteermatch.org.nz...

Alternatively, send us a message, call/txt 021478330, or email vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz

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2040 days ago

Contacts chased up eight weeks after Covid case pulled from flight

Alice Angeloni Reporter from Marlborough Express

Eight weeks after a man with coronavirus passed through Marlborough Airport trying to catch a flight home, and three days after questions from Stuff, airport staff have been tested.

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2040 days ago

Vines Village businesses optimistic despite closure of popular cafe

Alice Angeloni Reporter from Marlborough Express

Businesses at the Vines Village are "optimistic" a new tenant will snap up the cafe quickly, following its closure amid financial pressures due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

The award-winning cafe, deli and tap room closed on May 13 with the owners seeking a new tenant to run the cafe.

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Businesses at the Vines Village are "optimistic" a new tenant will snap up the cafe quickly, following its closure amid financial pressures due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

The award-winning cafe, deli and tap room closed on May 13 with the owners seeking a new tenant to run the cafe.

Despite the cafe closure, other tenants and businesses at the Vines Village were reopening under level 2.

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2041 days ago

Crazy travel deals for Kiwis

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

If you've ever wanted to travel NZ, now is the time. These deals are incredible value.

2041 days ago

Community Profile: Selmes

Hannah Cunningham from Volunteer Marlborough

We're starting a new Q&A series to share about the many wonderful community organisations around Marlborough that keep our community connected, safe, and thriving. First up is Selmes Garden Charitable Trust...

What is the mission or goal of your organisation/group? Our aim is to keep the … View more
We're starting a new Q&A series to share about the many wonderful community organisations around Marlborough that keep our community connected, safe, and thriving. First up is Selmes Garden Charitable Trust...

What is the mission or goal of your organisation/group? Our aim is to keep the members of our community with disabilities working and engaged in their community. As a not-for-profit Trust, one of the ways we do this is by providing employment and work-experience opportunities for people who live with special needs and disabilities.

What do your volunteers do? We have a great team of volunteers who do nursery work,weeding, bagging plants, pruning, watering, back filling stock, and supporting our workers.

How does your organisation’s/group’s work help/support/develop the community? We are one of very few businesses that support people with disabilities in work.

Are you currently recruiting volunteers or will you be doing so when the government restrictions are reduced? We will be seeking new volunteers when we are out of COVID levels. We will be looking for a range of skills including customer service and maintenance.

Check out Selmes Garden on Facebook and like/follow: www.selmesgardencentre.co.nz...

If you're interested in joining the Selmes Garden team, get in touch with Hannah at Volunteer Marlborough: via direct message, call/txt 021478330, or email vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz

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2041 days ago

'Mum and dad' landlords affected by law changes

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

The freeze on tenancy terminations has impacted 'Mum and dad' landlords in ways no-one could have predicted prior to Covid-19.

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2041 days ago

Wednesday Wisdom

Hannah Cunningham from Volunteer Marlborough

"Rivers do not drink their own water; trees do not eat their own fruit; the sun does not shine on itself and flowers do not spread their fragrance for themselves. Living for others is a rule of nature. We are all born to help each other. No matter how difficult it is. Life is good when you are… View more"Rivers do not drink their own water; trees do not eat their own fruit; the sun does not shine on itself and flowers do not spread their fragrance for themselves. Living for others is a rule of nature. We are all born to help each other. No matter how difficult it is. Life is good when you are happy, but much better when others are happy because of you." - Pope Francis

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2041 days ago

Nominate a favourite local for a Local Like!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Got a local business that went over and above during lockdown? Is there one you’ve really missed - or one that's brightened your day? Maybe it’s a business who just needs a helping hand at the moment...

Nominate them for a Local Like! Your shoutout could appear as an advert on Stuff, on… View more
Got a local business that went over and above during lockdown? Is there one you’ve really missed - or one that's brightened your day? Maybe it’s a business who just needs a helping hand at the moment...

Nominate them for a Local Like! Your shoutout could appear as an advert on Stuff, on Neighbourly, or in your local paper. Plus you could win a bag of feijoas (or a $100 voucher to the business you nominate).
Nominate now

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2041 days ago

Mission Feedback – Join the conversation

Mission Feedback

As a nation, we recently held a moving ANZAC Day commemoration. So now is a good time to reflect on how we treat our military personnel during and after their service. It speaks volumes about who we are as New Zealanders.

Let’s not leave those who serve our country behind.

Can New Zealand … View more
As a nation, we recently held a moving ANZAC Day commemoration. So now is a good time to reflect on how we treat our military personnel during and after their service. It speaks volumes about who we are as New Zealanders.

Let’s not leave those who serve our country behind.

Can New Zealand do more to ensure that past, present and future service people - and their whānau – are recognised and supported?

Join the conversation now at missionfeedback.co.nz
Join now

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2042 days ago

A Marlborough Sounds getaway? Yes please.

Travel Editor Reporter from Stuff Travel

How many of you have heard of Arapawa Island? If you've got 10 friends or family (remember those social distancing rules), it's only $35 a night for this island escape.

2042 days ago

Playgrounds open again

The Team from Marlborough District Council

Following the switch to Alert Level 2 most Council services have reopened including our playgrounds. Please maintain physical distancing when enjoying our parks and open spaces.

Hand sanitising is also encouraged before and after you or your children use playground equipment, picnic tables and … View more
Following the switch to Alert Level 2 most Council services have reopened including our playgrounds. Please maintain physical distancing when enjoying our parks and open spaces.

Hand sanitising is also encouraged before and after you or your children use playground equipment, picnic tables and park benches.

See the full list of Council services under Alert Level 2 here and keep an eye on our website for the latest information.
Find out more

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2043 days ago

Back your backyard

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

As we settle into life in Alert Level 2, we're excited to see a bit more of NZ. Join us as we showcase the best close-to-home travel experiences Aotearoa has to offer.

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