Digital & Technology Support in Marlborough, NZ

Digital & Technology Support

There are plenty of local community groups and individuals ready and willing to help you learn new skills for using digital technology (e.g. computers, tablets, and smartphones) or online services (e.g. online medical consultations). No matter what level you are at, assistance is available and, in many cases, it's free of charge.

Below is a directory listing all the services in Marlborough that are offering digital/tech support. Click the green 'more info' button for contact details.

Alternatively, you can pick up a copy of our Digital & Technology Support in Marlborough info booklet from our office (65 Seymour Street) or download a large-print pdf below.

Download Digital & Technology Support info

Blind Low Vision NZ (Nelson and Marlborough)

In-home help available from Andrea, the Nelson/Marlborough technology trainer. FREE with a referral from an eye specialist and membership of Blind Low Vision NZ.

Citizens Advice Bureau

Marlborough Citizens Advice Bureau welcomes drop-ins during opening hours. They will help with simple device troubleshooting straight away if they can, or reserve you a time to come back for more in-depth assistance.

Digital Boost

A free tool to help all Kiwi small businesses adapt to today and prepare for tomorrow.

Digital Skills for the Workplace (micro-credential)

Get hands-on experience with helpful digital tools that you can use in your workplace, business, or organisation.

Enliven - Tōtara Club (including Tōtara Tech)

Tōtara Tech, part of the Tōtara Club, helps seniors use technology in everyday life. The service is often FREE (subsidies are available).

Harakeke Hubs

COMING SOON: friendly ‘drop in’ cafes in Blenheim where people can socialise but also come for all kinds of help

Keep It Real Online

Tools and advice to help you 'keep it real online' with your children and young people.

Literacy Aotearoa (Marlborough branch)

Courses on digital devices, basic computing and spreadsheets for learners of any age or ability.

Marlborough Library (Blenheim) | Te Kahu o Waipuna

Book a Librarian sessions for one-to-one help, and ‘Stepping Up’ workshops covering an introduction to smartphones, Google photos, introduction to apps, and using emails, among other topics.

Marlborough Pacific Trust

Assistance for Pasifika people

NZ Certificate in Computing (Eastern Institute of Technology)

This online NZQA Level 2 qualification is free and flexible with hours that allow you to study around work and family commitment. It is self paced and takes up to 1 year as part-time study.

NZ Police

Guidelines to keeping yourself safe online and where to get help when things don’t go to plan.

NetSafe

Providing online safety support, expertise, and education to people in New Zealand

Not Tech Savvy

A local small business specifically designed to help eliminate the little computer problems people face.

Picton Library and Service Centre | Waitohi Whare Mātauranga

Book a Librarian sessions for one-to-one help, and ‘Stepping Up’ workshops covering an introduction to smartphones, Google photos, introduction to apps, and using emails, among other topics.

REAP Marlborough

Better Digital Futures for Seniors (a 1-hour one-on-one session) every Wednesday, and short courses in basic computing, social media and Canva. Fees may apply.

Senior Net Marlborough Sounds

For Sounds-based seniors who’d like to learn more about technology and what it can do for them

Senior man sitting at home dining table, having a Zoom call on his laptop

Te Whatu Ora Nelson-Marlborough (previously NMDHB)

Rainna is Wairau Hospital's Telehealth Coordinator - she can help you get your device set up for telehealth appointments. FREE.

A young woman and a senior lady sit side-by-side on a couch, chatting and looking at a laptop

Volunteer Marlborough

Volunteer Marlborough is currently recruiting volunteers willing to share their IT skills

Wendy Reynolds - Private Tutor (Seniors)

Wendy specialises in helping seniors feel comfortable using digital technology such as smartphones and computers.