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It was one of the most violent earthquakes ever felt. Arriving by stealth after midnight on November 4th, the magnitude 7.8 Kaikoura earthquake and its aftershocks shook NZ’s heartland to its core and creative a damage zone of epic proportions.
Radio NZ’s Phil Pennington was on the job … View moreIt was one of the most violent earthquakes ever felt. Arriving by stealth after midnight on November 4th, the magnitude 7.8 Kaikoura earthquake and its aftershocks shook NZ’s heartland to its core and creative a damage zone of epic proportions.
Radio NZ’s Phil Pennington was on the job minutes after the earthquake, capturing the drama as it unfolded. His book, Surviving 7.8, is a tough but fascinating study of resilience. It includes stories from the people affected – locals and tourists alike – covering the immediate reaction, the uncertainty and the turmoil, as well as the do-it-yourself attitude and steely resolve that defines who we are as Kiwis.
Sales of Surviving 7.8 support the New Zealand Red Cross November 2016 Earthquake Appeal.
This is the second day of showcasing two of our AMI Community Grant finalists to share a bit more about the great work that they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.
North Shore Initial Response Trust
Every… View moreThis is the second day of showcasing two of our AMI Community Grant finalists to share a bit more about the great work that they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.
North Shore Initial Response Trust
Every week we voluntarily train to prepare for disasters when emergency services require additional support in searches for missing people, sandbagging to protect properties from flooding, and helping limit damage to people and properties following events such as tornadoes, storms and tsunamis. As a group of volunteers, we are not paid for any of this activity. Since the equipment is exposed to extreme weather events and difficult environments, it regularly needs to be replaced. There is some vital equipment we are in need of in order to be able to continue our dedicating our time to helping keep people safe. VOTE NOW!
Riverton Community Garden Project
Our goal is to create a self-funding, sustainable food producing garden that can eventually start to give back to those most in need within our community, such as struggling families, and the elderly. We rely on various age groups to look after the garden, including the Riverton Primary School, Aparima College (local high school) and Riverton Childcare and other local volunteers. We are seeking funding to establish infrastructure to support the garden for many years to come. VOTE NOW!
In near new condition, this Samsung Fridge/Freezer won't disappoint. Purchased new seven years ago and only used as a second fridge, original manuals included. The condition is almost perfect and a fraction of the cost of a new one. $250.00. Phone 0210327732.
Thanks to everyone who donated books! The Book Swap Fridge is now open!
Located on the corner of Gouland Road and March Street, Spring Creek, the Fridge is available day and night - there's even a light in there for night time foraging!
We do have a Facebook page as well www.facebook.com...… View moreThanks to everyone who donated books! The Book Swap Fridge is now open!
Located on the corner of Gouland Road and March Street, Spring Creek, the Fridge is available day and night - there's even a light in there for night time foraging!
We do have a Facebook page as well www.facebook.com... but I will post here as well.
You can use the fridge in two ways.
1 - As a library. Borrow a book, return it when you are done, and choose another one.
2 - As a book swap. Drop off the book/s you've read so someone else can enjoy them, and swap them for new ones to take home.
Over the next 10 days we'll be introducing two AMI Community Grant finalists to share a bit more about the great work they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.
… View moreOver the next 10 days we'll be introducing two AMI Community Grant finalists to share a bit more about the great work they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.
Youth & Search Rescue Trust - Tauranga
14 to 18 year old students from the whole Bay of Plenty are trained in volunteering and helping rescue people. They learn First Aid, searching in urban and back country situations, water safety, leadership and many more amazing life changing subjects. This organisation receives no government funding and relies on grants and donations to train these amazing young people. VOTE NOW!
Seddon Community and Neighbourhood Support Group
Seddon is our small rural township located to the south of Blenheim on SH1. Rocked and devastated (again) by the quakes in November 2016. With the loss of access to Christchurch via the Main North Line, and SH 1, we are at the “end of the line”. Every one of our self employed residents has taken a huge hit, many of whom can no longer support themselves especially with the removal of all emergency funding as of the 14th February. we are hoping to be able to provide to the whole community, access to essential first aid kits at reasonable and affordable costs to all the residents. It is for this initiative we are seeking some funding in order to subsidise these kits. VOTE NOW!!
Vote now for your most deserving local community group or charity so they can be in to win 1 of 3 “Freezell” fridges, designed and personalised by Dick Frizzell.
Less than 2 weeks to go till Neighbours Day (25th and 26th of March ... I know ... its two days .... we wanted to give you a choice ;-) )! If you've got an event that you want people to know about make sure you submit it on our 'events page' or emails us at … View moreLess than 2 weeks to go till Neighbours Day (25th and 26th of March ... I know ... its two days .... we wanted to give you a choice ;-) )! If you've got an event that you want people to know about make sure you submit it on our 'events page' or emails us at Kiaora@neighboursday.org.nz and let us know what you're up to.
Time for another fun-time Friday pointless poll from Ian. Last week it was coffee cups, this week it's washing. Do you overlap edges when hanging out the washing?
A stalwart Green MP is winding down his political career - but he knows his passion for the environment, and scepticism about the Government's plans in Marlborough, will make it hard to leave.
Marlborough-based list MP Steffan Browning is retiring from politics after this year's … View moreA stalwart Green MP is winding down his political career - but he knows his passion for the environment, and scepticism about the Government's plans in Marlborough, will make it hard to leave.
Marlborough-based list MP Steffan Browning is retiring from politics after this year's general election, and says he is tired of Parliament's "toxic" atmosphere.
It's that time of the week again, so here goes. Do you ask people to take off their shoes before coming into your house?
One of our editorial staff is a crazy, mad-keen gardener spending upwards of 10 hours a week in the garden.
How much time do you spend gardening?
Hello and welcome to you all. Just to let you know that after 26 years in Blenheim CBD we have moved our two shops Boots n All and Spicy Nights Boutique to my home at 80 Howick Road. Open 6 days a week for Shoe repairs, T shirt printing, E Cigs and liquids, Belts and Belt buckles plus body … View moreHello and welcome to you all. Just to let you know that after 26 years in Blenheim CBD we have moved our two shops Boots n All and Spicy Nights Boutique to my home at 80 Howick Road. Open 6 days a week for Shoe repairs, T shirt printing, E Cigs and liquids, Belts and Belt buckles plus body Jewellery. Our Spicy Nights Boutique is for those looking for items for grown ups.Toys, Books,Novelties and other items to spice up your love life.You are always welcome.I look forward to being of service. Have a wonderful day. Andy Hall
Due to the awful weather forecast we have postponed our Fair until Saturday 8th April.
So many cool things to do around Marlborough this week.
Fingers crossed the rain stays away for the St Mary's Gala and Relay for Life tomorrow.
We've given away two kids bikes with helmets to two Neighbourly members who have entered and won! Congratulations to Meng Li, shopper from Supervalue Woburn and Brendan Walker, shopper from SuperValue Woburn, for winning a kids bike with SuperValue and Neighbourly!
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