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Here at Neighbourhood Support we know first hand that communities that stay connected and prepared fare better in emergencies than those without a plan.
For the month of October, we want to see how you tackle emergency preparedness. From getting first aid training to putting together a grab n’ … View moreHere at Neighbourhood Support we know first hand that communities that stay connected and prepared fare better in emergencies than those without a plan.
For the month of October, we want to see how you tackle emergency preparedness. From getting first aid training to putting together a grab n’ go bag with survival essentials, a little bit of planning goes a long way to make sure you can get through any situation.
This month also coincides with International Day of Disaster Reduction on October 13th and New Zealand’s national earthquake drill and tsunami hikoi, ShakeOut, on Thursday, October 17th at 1.30pm.
Let us know how you’re preparing for anything in your home, at work or in your community by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:
#NSNZprepared
Thousands of patients throughout the country are expected to have X-rays cancelled today as a result of strike action by radiographers.
Radiographers are striking today, on Wednesday for 24 hours, and also on October 14. Sonographers will also strike from Thursday to Saturday, and lab workers … View moreThousands of patients throughout the country are expected to have X-rays cancelled today as a result of strike action by radiographers.
Radiographers are striking today, on Wednesday for 24 hours, and also on October 14. Sonographers will also strike from Thursday to Saturday, and lab workers will strike on October 11.
Immediate cases will be seen to, but patients with non-urgent needs are asked to delay going to hospital for an X-ray.
About a metre high. Growing under the grown trees so will be ripped out out if they aren’t taken. I haven’t counted them, but there are quite a few.
This offer ends today! For 75 years, NZ Gardener has been sharing great gardening advice and amazing New Zealand gardens, DIY projects, seasonal recipes and preserves and more. For the month of September we’d like to offer our Neighbourly audience a special offer for a one-year subscription at … View moreThis offer ends today! For 75 years, NZ Gardener has been sharing great gardening advice and amazing New Zealand gardens, DIY projects, seasonal recipes and preserves and more. For the month of September we’d like to offer our Neighbourly audience a special offer for a one-year subscription at $75. Use the promo code NZGN75.
The Greens have announced support for voting at 16.
Green party co-leader James Shaw said he saw "switched on" young people demanding to be heard by politicians. They were desperately unhappy about the decisions political leaders were making about their futures.
What do you think?
Lace patterns always look beautiful. Turn this glass vase from plain to pretty with a lace effect and a Resene testpot.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.
Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself
October 11th Friday, 5pm
Lecture by Jane Vial – Stylish: Elizabeth Lissaman and New Zealand Art Deco.
Marlborough-born, Lissaman potted continuously for almost 70 years until 1990, spanning much of New Zealand's twentieth-century studio pottery movement.
$12 – tickets available from … View moreOctober 11th Friday, 5pm
Lecture by Jane Vial – Stylish: Elizabeth Lissaman and New Zealand Art Deco.
Marlborough-born, Lissaman potted continuously for almost 70 years until 1990, spanning much of New Zealand's twentieth-century studio pottery movement.
$12 – tickets available from Marlborough Museum
RSVP by Monday 7 October - info@marlboroughmuseum.org.nz
Marlborough Museum, Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place
This event is part of the Summit Marlborough Heritage Festival
International sensation Hugo del Mar with Barry Holdaway and friends present a fabulous night of much-loved favourites by George Gershwin in the Old Tua Marina Church with its incredible acoustics.
Friday 4th October, 6pm. Tickets are $10 available from the Marlborough Museum, … View moreInternational sensation Hugo del Mar with Barry Holdaway and friends present a fabulous night of much-loved favourites by George Gershwin in the Old Tua Marina Church with its incredible acoustics.
Friday 4th October, 6pm. Tickets are $10 available from the Marlborough Museum, info@marlboroughmuseum.org.nz. Ph 578-1712.
Now is a great time to check fire alarm batteries and make sure emergency supplies are well stocked and up to date.
It's that time again! Daylight saving is this weekend. So don't forget - clocks spring forward one hour this Sunday morning. #theregoesthesleepin
Spring is here so it’s time for your annual spring clean. If you’re anything like 69 percent of New Zealand households, you’ll have at least one unconnected mobile phone gathering dust in a drawer or cupboard.
Recycle these unwanted phones with RE:MOBILE.
RE:MOBILE is a not-for-profit … View moreSpring is here so it’s time for your annual spring clean. If you’re anything like 69 percent of New Zealand households, you’ll have at least one unconnected mobile phone gathering dust in a drawer or cupboard.
Recycle these unwanted phones with RE:MOBILE.
RE:MOBILE is a not-for-profit mobile phone recycling scheme which raises money for Sustainable Coastlines.
Recycling your mobile phone is free, easy and good for the environment. Not only does it keep harmful items out of landfill, it also stops the precious materials in your phone from going to waste.
Visit RE:MOBILE to find out how to recycle your mobile phone.
NZ House & Garden House Tours are coming to Blenheim!
Step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. For the last eleven years, the magazine has … View moreNZ House & Garden House Tours are coming to Blenheim!
Step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. For the last eleven years, the magazine has handpicked five fabulous locations around the country and this time we are delighted to be heading to Blenheim as one of our 5 locations.
Book Friday 13 March 2020 into your calendar and secure your tickets now for an inspiring day out exploring your backyard. Head to our website for more information.
According to the recent Stuff 'Your Place' survey, around 84 per cent of Marlburians don't trust councillors to act on the issues that matter most to them.
Woodbourne resident Geoff Hines says he didn't trust councillors to look after small towns as well as they did Blenheim.… View moreAccording to the recent Stuff 'Your Place' survey, around 84 per cent of Marlburians don't trust councillors to act on the issues that matter most to them.
Woodbourne resident Geoff Hines says he didn't trust councillors to look after small towns as well as they did Blenheim.
Are you part of this doubtful 84 per cent? If so, why don't you trust councillors to deliver?
Nelson Marlborough is still one of four regions to be free of measles, but there have been 14 suspected cases this month alone.
If you are concerned about your symptoms, make sure to call ahead to let your GP know. Advice can be given over the phone.
Help us stay measles-free!
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