North Blenheim, Spring Creek

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

3075 days ago

Doctors urge patients to learn when they actually need antibiotics

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

Doctors want patients to learn when they actually need antibiotics, in an attempt to boost the fight against superbugs.

Winter has arrived, and with it comes waiting rooms full of patients after a quick fix for their coughs and colds.

But studies say New Zealand, one of the highest users of … View more
Doctors want patients to learn when they actually need antibiotics, in an attempt to boost the fight against superbugs.

Winter has arrived, and with it comes waiting rooms full of patients after a quick fix for their coughs and colds.

But studies say New Zealand, one of the highest users of antibiotics in the Western world, is recording an increasing number of cases of antimicrobial resistance - or illnesses where antibiotics do not work any more.

Click on the link for the full story.

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3076 days ago

Philip Patchett Jewewllery

Phil from Blenheim

I'm not wanting to scare anyone but its only 8 weeks to christmas. Im am a qualified jeweller with 35yrs experience. If you are thinking off having a lovely one off piece off jewellery made for someone special in you life then now is the time to act. Please contact me for a free no obligation … View moreI'm not wanting to scare anyone but its only 8 weeks to christmas. Im am a qualified jeweller with 35yrs experience. If you are thinking off having a lovely one off piece off jewellery made for someone special in you life then now is the time to act. Please contact me for a free no obligation quote. If youhave any treasured pieces in need of some TLC , Rings that need resizing, or even an exclusive one off piece of jewellery designed and made please contact me . Phil.

Negotiable

3077 days ago

Ewww - are you in the 10% who doesn’t do this?

FreshChoice New Zealand

Not so long ago, we asked you to complete our FreshChoice Health & Beauty Survey 2017. Over 2600 people told us their beauty, health and hygiene secrets and we were AMAZED with the results!

- Almost 50% of us are eating fast food a minimum of once a month!
- Did you know that 1 in 10 of us … View more
Not so long ago, we asked you to complete our FreshChoice Health & Beauty Survey 2017. Over 2600 people told us their beauty, health and hygiene secrets and we were AMAZED with the results!

- Almost 50% of us are eating fast food a minimum of once a month!
- Did you know that 1 in 10 of us are getting less than 5 hours sleep each night?
- The most common kiwi stress relief is to exercise! Coming in at a close second was .. of course .. FOOD!

Want to see what else we found out? Like how frequently we are washing our hands...?!

Check out all our interesting findings from the FreshChoice Health & Beauty Survey 2017 here!
Check out the results!

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3079 days ago

Senior Rugby Finals this Saturday

Les Edwards from Tasman Rugby Union Blenheim

Be at Lansdowne Park this Saturday (22/7) to watch the Motorworld Marlborough Senior Rugby Finals. 11.30am Women's Final - Moutere v Marist. 1pm Div 2 - Moutere v College Old Boys. 3pn Div 1 - Moutere v Renwick. $5 entry, proceeds to JAB.

3082 days ago

Southern Jam Youth Jazz Festival

Katrina Lange from Marlborough 4 Fun

We will be starting the Southern Jam Festival with FREE performances from the 9th - 12th of August than finish of with the amazing Finale Gala Concert at the ASB Theatre Marlborough.

The concert will showcase pieces from all participating schools, feature the All-Stars Band compiled from the Top… View more
We will be starting the Southern Jam Festival with FREE performances from the 9th - 12th of August than finish of with the amazing Finale Gala Concert at the ASB Theatre Marlborough.

The concert will showcase pieces from all participating schools, feature the All-Stars Band compiled from the Top musicians of this year’s festival as well as offering the opportunity to see the judges perform - all national and international artists who have performed around the world.

Get your tickets froom the ASB Theatre - 03 520 8558 or www.ticketdirect.co.nz.........

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3082 days ago

Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand is now on Neighbourly

Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand

Kia ora. We just wanted to let you know that Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand is now on Neighbourly!

With CABs scattered across NZ neighbourhoods, we can help you with information and advice on a variety of topics - whether it’s a tenancy dispute, a problem with your employer, a faulty … View more
Kia ora. We just wanted to let you know that Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand is now on Neighbourly!

With CABs scattered across NZ neighbourhoods, we can help you with information and advice on a variety of topics - whether it’s a tenancy dispute, a problem with your employer, a faulty product you’ve bought, or a neighbourhood problem such as an overhanging tree or working out who’s responsible for fixing a fence.

For free, confidential information and advice, visit or phone a Citizens Advice Bureau in your neighbourhood or give us a call on 0800 FOR CAB (0800 367 222).

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3082 days ago

T-Shirt Sale❣️

Jennian Homes Marlborough

Start your collection of iconic Jennian Homes Mother's Day event T-Shirts now!!

Designed by iconic Kiwi artist Dick Frizzell (Dick's World), these T-shirts were designed for the Jennian Homes Mother's Day Fun Run/Walk, proudly supporting the Heart Foundation. Made from lightweight… View more
Start your collection of iconic Jennian Homes Mother's Day event T-Shirts now!!

Designed by iconic Kiwi artist Dick Frizzell (Dick's World), these T-shirts were designed for the Jennian Homes Mother's Day Fun Run/Walk, proudly supporting the Heart Foundation. Made from lightweight dri-fit fabric these make the perfect training shirt.

As seen on NZ athletes Gemma McCaw, Irene Van Dyk, Nikki Hamblin, Kayla Whitelock, Natalie Rooney and musician Kimbra.

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3082 days ago

Back-to-school lunchbox ideas, savoury or sweet!

SuperValue New Zealand

Whether you're relieved, sad or happy to see the kids go back to school, we have a yummy lunchbox idea to suit your family's schedule! Stock up and create these recipes ahead of time to be sure that you and your little ones are fueled for the day ahead!

Check out our lunch box picksView more
Whether you're relieved, sad or happy to see the kids go back to school, we have a yummy lunchbox idea to suit your family's schedule! Stock up and create these recipes ahead of time to be sure that you and your little ones are fueled for the day ahead!

Check out our lunch box picks with both savoury and sweet options. And make sure you join your local Foodies Group to receive a recipe every week in your inbox!
Get weekly recipe updates!

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3083 days ago

tallboy draws and bedside cabinets

Ann from North Blenheim

Hullo , My daughter is setting up her flat and is in need of 2 sets of drawers for the bedrooms and bedside cabinets. Please let me know i you have any that are looking for a new home. With thanks Annie

3085 days ago

Poll: Do you know who your vote is going to?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's only ten weeks till New Zealand's General Election. Have you made a decision on who you will vote for? Or do you think the next ten weeks will affect your vote?

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Do you know who your vote is going to?
  • 54.9% Yes, I absolutely know
    54.9% Complete
  • 20.6% I have an idea but I could still be swayed
    20.6% Complete
  • 20% I'm still undecided
    20% Complete
  • 3.3% I don't plan on voting
    3.3% Complete
  • 1.2% I'm not old enough to vote / can't vote
    1.2% Complete
3998 votes
3085 days ago

Heritage: The early days of rail in Marlborough

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

The first locomotive landed at Picton on January 10, 1874, and the viaduct was complete. The railway was opened with a great flourish on November 17, 1875; a provincial holiday was declared, and there was a civic luncheon and a ball in the evening. However as the Opaoa River had yet to be … View moreThe first locomotive landed at Picton on January 10, 1874, and the viaduct was complete. The railway was opened with a great flourish on November 17, 1875; a provincial holiday was declared, and there was a civic luncheon and a ball in the evening. However as the Opaoa River had yet to be bridged, the line ended in a swamp, not at Blenheim. The bridge was eventually built and the line extended to Blenheim station in 1880 ......... click on the link to read the full story.

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3105 days ago

Fluoride in our Drinking Water

Heather from Blenheim

The subject of fluoride being added to our water has come up again in the local paper and if council passes the legislation this year it will be added mid 2018.

Fluoride is a drug and we should not be medicated against our will through our drinking water. Chronic intake actually has a … View more
The subject of fluoride being added to our water has come up again in the local paper and if council passes the legislation this year it will be added mid 2018.

Fluoride is a drug and we should not be medicated against our will through our drinking water. Chronic intake actually has a detrimental effect on tooth enamel and to bones causing among other things, mottled teeth, brittle bones and joint pain. It negatively effects the thyroid gland and can cause permanent damage to the digestive system and nervous system. Even if it's in trace amounts, it accumulates in the body, we cannot filter it out easily and some people drink a lot of water because it is supposed to be good for us. We should be entitled to uncontaminated drinking water. To see how toxic it is, just look up the Material Safety Data Sheet for Sodium Fluoride. An extract is attached. Just wondering what other locals think about it.

3087 days ago

Snow on mountain roads affects newspaper deliveries

Megan Leov Reporter from Marlborough Express

Sorry folks - the newspaper is stuck in Christchurch this morning as State Highway 7 is closed due to snow between the turnoff to Hamner and Springs Junction.
We will keep you up to date with progress.

3087 days ago

Curious to learn more about building your own home?

The Team from Jennian Homes

Come along to one of our FREE info sessions to have your all questions answered.
Building a new home is an exciting adventure and Jennian Homes has been building the homes New Zealanders want for over 34 years.

Come and learn from the experts about the hidden costs of building and how to avoid… View more
Come along to one of our FREE info sessions to have your all questions answered.
Building a new home is an exciting adventure and Jennian Homes has been building the homes New Zealanders want for over 34 years.

Come and learn from the experts about the hidden costs of building and how to avoid surprises when designing a home, customised for you, to work within your true budget. Book in for a spot while they're still available! We'd love to see you there.
Register now

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3087 days ago

WIN a copy of The Haunting by Margaret Mahy

Hachette New Zealand

‘I’m going to be very lonely’, said a soft, husky voice in Barney’s ear. He felt the world begin to slide away…

Find out more about what happens to Barney in ‘The Haunting’ - a thrilling ghost story about a 'mostly ordinary' family and a secret legacy. This Kiwi classic,… View more
‘I’m going to be very lonely’, said a soft, husky voice in Barney’s ear. He felt the world begin to slide away…

Find out more about what happens to Barney in ‘The Haunting’ - a thrilling ghost story about a 'mostly ordinary' family and a secret legacy. This Kiwi classic, from one of New Zealand’s most loved writers, has been repackaged and is available at booksellers everywhere. To celebrate, we’re giving away 5 copies! Enter now, if you’re not too scared! Terms and Conditions apply.
Enter now

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