Wairau & Waihopai Valleys, Wairau Valley

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2306 days ago

New rules take effect for rental property market

Paul Reporter from Stuff

This week the Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2019 took effect, bringing in a raft of changes for tenants and landlords.

Here's what it means for renters and landlords.

To read more, click here.

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2306 days ago

Security cameras in youth centre - necessary or a breach of privacy?

Reporter Marlborough Express

Hi neighbours - a new youth centre in Marlborough has security cameras in "all main areas with youth activities", including counsellor rooms, in a bid to increase "safety and security" of young people.

The cameras in "private places" can be switched off, and only a … View more
Hi neighbours - a new youth centre in Marlborough has security cameras in "all main areas with youth activities", including counsellor rooms, in a bid to increase "safety and security" of young people.

The cameras in "private places" can be switched off, and only a few select people have access.

Do you think this security is necessary, or is it a breach of privacy?

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2307 days ago

New 7-day coffee cart in Blenheim

Reporter Marlborough Express

Hi neighbours - a 7-day coffee cart is coming to Blenheim next month, in spite of reports of slow weekend trading.

Owner, Luke Mullinger, says the trading hours of Streetwise Coffee will be its main point of difference in town. He's noticed the few cafe options on a weekend, saying he … View more
Hi neighbours - a 7-day coffee cart is coming to Blenheim next month, in spite of reports of slow weekend trading.

Owner, Luke Mullinger, says the trading hours of Streetwise Coffee will be its main point of difference in town. He's noticed the few cafe options on a weekend, saying he can't believe how hard it is to get coffee.

Have you noticed it's hard to get coffee on the weekends? Do you think this coffee cart will liven things up a bit?

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2307 days ago

Live audience to quiz election frontrunners

Chloe Ranford Reporter from Marlborough Express

Marlborough's council candidates will face off at a local debate.

The event, called “The Big Debate”, is a joint venture between the Marlborough Chamber of Commerce and the Marlborough Express, and will test the 31 candidates seeking the votes of more than 46,600 electors during the … View more
Marlborough's council candidates will face off at a local debate.

The event, called “The Big Debate”, is a joint venture between the Marlborough Chamber of Commerce and the Marlborough Express, and will test the 31 candidates seeking the votes of more than 46,600 electors during the October elections.

It will be held at Blenheim's ASB Theatre on September 24, at 7pm.

Anyone is welcome to be part of the audience. For more information, head to www.mcoc.org.nz...

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2307 days ago

Poll: Should vaping ads be banned?

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Tobacco companies are ramping up advertising for vaping products in what's being called a lolly scramble for customers, before new regulations come in.

Local e-cigarette businesses and anti-smoking groups say aggressive marketing campaigns are a bid to maximise sales before an expected … View more
Tobacco companies are ramping up advertising for vaping products in what's being called a lolly scramble for customers, before new regulations come in.

Local e-cigarette businesses and anti-smoking groups say aggressive marketing campaigns are a bid to maximise sales before an expected clampdown on how alternatives to smoking can be advertised.

To read more, click here.

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Should vaping ads be banned?
  • 87% Yes
    87% Complete
  • 13% No
    13% Complete
2049 votes
2309 days ago

Poll: Would you donate blood in Blenheim?

Sophie Trigger Reporter from Marlborough Express

The New Zealand Blood Service requires about 3000 donations of blood each week to meet hospital needs, but a donation service has not been available in Blenheim for years.

Would you donate if you had the chance?

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Would you donate blood in Blenheim?
  • 89.1% Only if a blood drive came to Blenheim.
    89.1% Complete
  • 3.6% I am happy to travel to another region to donate.
    3.6% Complete
  • 7.3% I would not donate blood.
    7.3% Complete
55 votes
2308 days ago

$25 for the Pasfika Challenge rugby double header this Saturday!

Helen Shaw from

The weather this Saturday is looking perfect for some world-class rugby!
The Pasifika Challenge event is the final warm-up for the Pacific sides ahead of the Rugby World Cup in Japan - a great opportunity for fans to show their support! And it's only $25 per adult, $12.50 per child!

2.00pm: … View more
The weather this Saturday is looking perfect for some world-class rugby!
The Pasifika Challenge event is the final warm-up for the Pacific sides ahead of the Rugby World Cup in Japan - a great opportunity for fans to show their support! And it's only $25 per adult, $12.50 per child!

2.00pm: Samoa v New Zealand Heartland XV
4.30pm: Tonga v Fiji

Saturday, 31 August 2019

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2308 days ago

King Shags threatened - are you concerned?

Reporter Marlborough Express

Hi neighbours - a revamped mussel farm is opening in the Sounds despite 12 formal objections and concerns from locals about threatened King Shags.

Clearwater Mussels has already been refused two renewed consents after concerns the farm would affect King Shags, and the farms were closed. Despite … View more
Hi neighbours - a revamped mussel farm is opening in the Sounds despite 12 formal objections and concerns from locals about threatened King Shags.

Clearwater Mussels has already been refused two renewed consents after concerns the farm would affect King Shags, and the farms were closed. Despite this, the company's application to operate a reconfigured, existing three-hectare mussel farm was granted earlier this month.

What are your thoughts about this? Do you think more importance should be put on protecting the King Shags?

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2308 days ago

The dates for Neighbours Day Aotearoa 2020 have been announced! ❤️

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Looking forward to celebrating our wonderful communities across the country with all of you from 27 March to 5 of April.

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2308 days ago

Renwick Dog Park – Official Opening

The Team from Marlborough District Council

Hi neighbours, gather your family and furry friends and celebrate the opening of the new Renwick Dog Park. Dog agility will be on display from the Blenheim Canine Training Club and SPCA dogs will be looking for new homes.

Take advantage of discounted on-the-spot dog microchipping or pick up a … View more
Hi neighbours, gather your family and furry friends and celebrate the opening of the new Renwick Dog Park. Dog agility will be on display from the Blenheim Canine Training Club and SPCA dogs will be looking for new homes.

Take advantage of discounted on-the-spot dog microchipping or pick up a discount voucher.

Sun 1 Sep: 11.00 am – 1.00 pm

Foxs Island Road, off SH 6, Renwick
Find out more

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2309 days ago

New Stuff Circuit Investigation - watch now!

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Check out the latest work from Stuff Circuit. A must-watch for anyone seeking a better understanding of the culture that fostered the Christchurch mosque attacks. Watch now by clicking here.

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2312 days ago

Wanted to buy

Lynne from North Blenheim

Wanted: Does anyone have an cable and adaptor for HP Photosmart 7510 printer?

2311 days ago

Are you a real estate agent?

Stuff

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Showcase Plus displays your listing to a relevant geographic audience. The property will be exposed to as many potential… View more
Want to reach more buyers? With Showcase Plus you can harness the reach of Stuff and Neighbourly. Your listing will be featured on the Stuff and Neighbourly websites and apps.

Showcase Plus displays your listing to a relevant geographic audience. The property will be exposed to as many potential buyers as possible to drive the best sales result.

Potential buyers will click straight through to your listing on your website to see detailed property information.

Email realestate@stuff.co.nz to find out more about using Showcase Plus to promote your listings.
Learn more

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2311 days ago

The Plan: Delay teen drinking

Stephanie Gray from Nelson Marlborough Health

Alcohol and teens – What don’t you know?
What do you need to know?
follow the link to our first quiz.

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2312 days ago

❗ GIVEAWAY ❗

The Team from New Zealand Red Cross

Fun fact… it’s 537 steps up Baldwin Street in Dunedin – that means you’d have to walk up it almost 19 times to get 10,000 steps! Thanks to Hannah, our legendary Community Fundraising Coordinator for stepping up to the challenge.

We still have plenty of New Zealand Red Cross Cups to give … View more
Fun fact… it’s 537 steps up Baldwin Street in Dunedin – that means you’d have to walk up it almost 19 times to get 10,000 steps! Thanks to Hannah, our legendary Community Fundraising Coordinator for stepping up to the challenge.

We still have plenty of New Zealand Red Cross Cups to give away. All you need to do is sign up to Red Cross Journey, be one of the first 100 participants to raise $100 and we’ll send you a KeepCup!

Red Cross Journey is our annual fundraising step challenge - with a difference. Walk 10,000 steps a day for 21 days and learn about the journey of someone involved with Red Cross while raising funds to help people in need.

For more information or to make a donation, visit: www.redcrossjourney.org.nz...

Thank you for your support.

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