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Hi neighbours - from eco-burial options to driving etiquette and plot decorations, a new guide has everything you need to know about Marlborough's cemeteries.
There are prohibitions on plantings, paving, bricks and pebbles being placed on a grave or ashes plot area. Flowers placed in glass … View moreHi neighbours - from eco-burial options to driving etiquette and plot decorations, a new guide has everything you need to know about Marlborough's cemeteries.
There are prohibitions on plantings, paving, bricks and pebbles being placed on a grave or ashes plot area. Flowers placed in glass jars, bottles and other similar breakable containers are not allowed.
The guidelines also say those buried in a war service area must have "very plain" burial or ash plaques, with no personal messages or photographs.
What are your thoughts on these guidelines? Are the rules too strict?
Alcohol in NZ – What don’t you know?
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Follow the link to our second quiz.
To celebrate here's some of our fave cheesy dad jokes...
Q: What did the policeman say to his belly button?
A: You're under a vest!
… View moreTo celebrate here's some of our fave cheesy dad jokes...
Q: What did the policeman say to his belly button?
A: You're under a vest!
Q: How do you make a tissue dance?
A: Put a little boogey in it!
Q: Where do bees go to the toilet?
A: At the BP station!
#NSNZrandomactsofkindness
What to do with old glass jars? There’s something about the beauty of empty glass jars that makes it hard to just put them into the recycling bin.
If you’ve been holding onto a few hoping for an inspiring project, you’ll love this super easy idea.
Make the most of this weekend with this … View moreWhat to do with old glass jars? There’s something about the beauty of empty glass jars that makes it hard to just put them into the recycling bin.
If you’ve been holding onto a few hoping for an inspiring project, you’ll love this super easy idea.
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.
Hi neighbours - a large number of Blenheim businesses choose to shut up shop on a Sunday, but 30 minutes down the road and Picton businesses say a Sunday is often their busiest day of the week.
Do you visit Picton shops on a Sunday? What are your favourite ones?
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.
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 moreHi 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?
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 moreHi 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?
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 moreMarlborough'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...
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 moreTobacco 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.
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?
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 moreThe 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
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 moreHi 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?
Looking forward to celebrating our wonderful communities across the country with all of you from 27 March to 5 of April.
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 moreHi 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
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