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As we head in to winter, check out these 5 top tips for cutting down your power bill:
1. If you’re not using it, switch it off: If you’re not using an appliance, such as a heated towel, dryer, or TV, switch it off at the wall so it doesn’t use power on standby.
2. Change your cooking … View moreAs we head in to winter, check out these 5 top tips for cutting down your power bill:
1. If you’re not using it, switch it off: If you’re not using an appliance, such as a heated towel, dryer, or TV, switch it off at the wall so it doesn’t use power on standby.
2. Change your cooking habits: Eat fresh veges instead of cooking. Using the oven for an hour a night can add $20 to your monthly power bill.
3. Use curtains to trap heat in: Let the sun heat your home during the day then close your curtains to stop the warmth escaping in the evening.
4. If you’re away, turn the hot water cylinder off: You can save up to $36 on your power bill if you switch your hot water cylinder off while away on weekends.
5. Make the most out of your FREE Hour of Power: Utilise power deals like Electric Kiwi’s free Hour of Power, which gives you one off peak hour of free power a day. Use this hour to heat your home, turn on the dishwasher, or run the washing machine and dryer.
Find out more about Electric Kiwi’s free Hour of Power
Reporter Paula Hulbert shared her heart breaking story with us today.
When her son worried about monsters under the bed, she chased them away. But depression is a different monster.
When people think Annie, they think hair - the title character's curly red hair. But Marlborough theatre-goers could be left talking about another hairpiece altogether......
Perhaps it’s surprising your Mum with a lovely bunch of flowers or baking your favourite childhood treats together. Why not start a new tradition this year and register for the Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk, proudly supporting the Heart Foundation NZ. Each entrant will receive a Dick … View morePerhaps it’s surprising your Mum with a lovely bunch of flowers or baking your favourite childhood treats together. Why not start a new tradition this year and register for the Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk, proudly supporting the Heart Foundation NZ. Each entrant will receive a Dick Frizzell designed event t-shirt.
So, get your running shoes ready to walk alongside thousands of other women to promote good heart health. You could even rub shoulders with an Olympian. Sign up to a 5km Fun Run/Walk near you to show your support. Tickets on sale at www.jennianmothersday.com
Does anyone have at Plastic Compost Bin (in good condition), they no longer have use for?
Please phone, or text: Lewis Jones-027 240 3366
Happy International Sauvignon Blanc Day from a few of the team at The Marlborough Express
#sauvblanc
Council is planning to create an official cycle lane to make the ride to and from school safer.
The route will run along Eltham Rd, up either Carr St or Dillon Street and along Beaver Rd to the Taylor River Reserve, which cyclists can then cross, bypassing busy traffic in Blenheim's town … View moreCouncil is planning to create an official cycle lane to make the ride to and from school safer.
The route will run along Eltham Rd, up either Carr St or Dillon Street and along Beaver Rd to the Taylor River Reserve, which cyclists can then cross, bypassing busy traffic in Blenheim's town centre.
Census figures show Marlborough has the highest proportion of over 65s in New Zealand, and the lowest proportion of under 25s.
What can be done to attract 18 to 30-year-olds to Marlborough?
The kids are back to school this week! What's your favourite go-to lunch box snack? Let us know in the comments. Our favourites are: easy peel mandarins, raisin boxes, muesli bars, crackers and cheese or whole meal biscuits. Let us know yours below!
The old City Hotel site on High St has sold to a property investor.
What would you like to see built there?
Take on Red Cross Journey and challenge yourself to walk in the shoes of a volunteer responding to a disaster or a former refugee family seeking safety. Follow their journey, hear their stories and make a difference for people in your community and around the world.
How does it work?
Red … View moreTake on Red Cross Journey and challenge yourself to walk in the shoes of a volunteer responding to a disaster or a former refugee family seeking safety. Follow their journey, hear their stories and make a difference for people in your community and around the world.
How does it work?
Red Cross Journey is all about walking in someone else’s shoes. Choose a journey to follow, clock 10,000 steps each day between 8 May and 8 June and get people to sponsor you.
Along the way, you’ll receive updates marking your milestones and sharing more about your chosen journey.
By taking part and fundraising, you’ll be helping Red Cross do good things across New Zealand and around the world.
Which journey will you take?
Choose to walk Disaster Welfare and Support Team volunteer Kath’s journey and cover 240km during the month – that’s about 10,000 steps a day – or get a team together and follow the Tamim family's route to a safer life, covering 1,000km.
Registrations are now open. Sign up and make every step count!
Right across New Zealand, local groups are doing a whole lot of good in their hoods. To help, Z is once again sharing over one million dollars. Remember to vote at Z this month and make a difference in your neighbourhood.
Hi there looking for a property any area considered under 270,000 3 bedrooms please text 0273812075 haylee.
This week The Warehouse and the community are joining forces to help clean up your neighborhood! If you want to get involved hit the events tab at the top of your screen to see the clean up events running in your neighborhood!
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