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I have collected these over 25 years but now downsizing our house and there's no room for these English plaques from the 50s.
An insurance valuation is for $4,000
Public Trust charges $280 for a simple will, $500 for more complicated wills.
For simple wills, I like the look of ewills.co.nz which produces online wills for $100, but I haven't seen their output yet. Until further notice, I'd be happy to look over the results without charge if … View morePublic Trust charges $280 for a simple will, $500 for more complicated wills.
For simple wills, I like the look of ewills.co.nz which produces online wills for $100, but I haven't seen their output yet. Until further notice, I'd be happy to look over the results without charge if people use them, if you email the results to me, just to know what they produce. (There are also other online providers - I think the cheapest I found was about $45 - the same offer applies - I'd be interested to see what they produce and to know whether they are user friendly, and I'll let you know without charge whether what they have produced is 'legally okay'.)
For a will from scratch I would charge between $150 and $700 depending on complications and whether you provide information to me efficiently e.g. by email rather than by personal interview. HOWEVER, I don't provide a will-storage service - you have to make your own arrangements for keeping the original will safe. ALSO, I don't spend time witnessing the will - I send it to you with instructions for you to arrange to sign in front of two adults who are not mentioned in the will.
Mirror wills - where spouses make wills that are identical except for reversing the will-maker and executor - shouldn't cost more than a single will (in my opinion). It takes 30 seconds to reverse those details. If someone tries to charge you twice as much, just do one will and then copy it out yourself, swapping the details.
The main value that lawyers add to the will-making process is advice about how to deal with tricky situations. If you don't have a tricky situation, you don't need a lawyer's will.
Hi neighbours,
Did you hear a "sonic boom" and see an object flying across the Canterbury sky? Many residents witnessed a suspected meteor this week.
The burning rock was at least the size of a fist – much larger than what astronomers usually see above New Zealand. Usually the … View moreHi neighbours,
Did you hear a "sonic boom" and see an object flying across the Canterbury sky? Many residents witnessed a suspected meteor this week.
The burning rock was at least the size of a fist – much larger than what astronomers usually see above New Zealand. Usually the objects are about the size of a grain of sand.
The arrival of a meteor can be impressive, with even something pebble-sized lighting up in the sky, Canterbury Astronomical Society president Euan Mason says.
So what did you think of the meteor? Where were you when you saw it? And do you see them often from your place? Let us know in the replies!
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The RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET is on Sunday the 16th September. There is still more stall space available. Call Arthur on 745 91 48, a Rangiora number to book a stall. It would be great to have some food stalls, also more community groups would be very welcome. A great opportunity for your group to … View moreThe RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET is on Sunday the 16th September. There is still more stall space available. Call Arthur on 745 91 48, a Rangiora number to book a stall. It would be great to have some food stalls, also more community groups would be very welcome. A great opportunity for your group to raise some funds and promote your activity.
Rugby the lamb goes baananas for fruit - what's the weirdest thing your animal eats?
We're celebrating our launch on Neighbourly! Join Manchester Unity during September, October or November 2018 and take out a funeral benefit or join one of our medical schemes and be in the draw to spend a week in one of our holiday homes for free!*
Request a new member pack and start … View moreWe're celebrating our launch on Neighbourly! Join Manchester Unity during September, October or November 2018 and take out a funeral benefit or join one of our medical schemes and be in the draw to spend a week in one of our holiday homes for free!*
Request a new member pack and start enjoying all the benefits of being a member of one of the oldest organisations in New Zealand.
- Enjoy kiwi holiday homes
- Meet like-minded people
- Save money
- Protect your family’s health
- Receive kids’ scholarships
- Enjoy togetherness
Use our national network of branches. We have 26 branches nationwide that we call Lodges. The Lodge is where we meet to organise projects that help local members, discuss the local and national business of Manchester Unity, learn meeting skills and get together with friends.
* dates subject to availability
Kia Ora North Canterbury,
I am posting this message on behalf of Fusion Café Restaurant Bar for promoting and encouraging everyone to come forward and offer and avail unique service here.
In just few days, North Canterbury donated few Gift Vouchers for needy people. Now it's our … View moreKia Ora North Canterbury,
I am posting this message on behalf of Fusion Café Restaurant Bar for promoting and encouraging everyone to come forward and offer and avail unique service here.
In just few days, North Canterbury donated few Gift Vouchers for needy people. Now it's our responsibility to make people aware about such benefit. Fusion is looking for connective hands who can support us spreading this facility.
SHARE THIS MESSAGE AS MUCH AS YOU CAN IN ANY FORM!
We strongly believe - "Someone cannot help everyone but everyone can always help someone."
Thanks,
Team Fusion
This month we're giving away a car. Not just any car, but a brand new Suzuki Vitara worth $30,690 to one lucky member. To make sure you're in the draw just click the button below - it's that easy. Good luck! Winner
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A new playground, basketball half court and disc golf course are among the proposed plans for the multi-stage upgrade.
Selling a property is one of the most significant financial moves you will ever make, and it is vital you get the best possible price, whether it’s your home, a rental property or even a business or commercial property.
The way to do this is to understand the property market and current trends… View moreSelling a property is one of the most significant financial moves you will ever make, and it is vital you get the best possible price, whether it’s your home, a rental property or even a business or commercial property.
The way to do this is to understand the property market and current trends in your area, who your potential buyers are likely to be and how best to market to them.
The simplest, most effective way to tap into this information is by selecting a quality real estate consultant who will work hard on your behalf to get the best possible result.
Click below link for more information. 🖥️
Help support Kyle Harpur who is competing in the Special Olympics World Summer Games in Abu Dhabi in March 2019. It will be a fun night, only $10 per person with lots of great raffle prizes. Get a team together and come along. Call Gail on 0272012080 for your ticket.
The Christchurch City Council wants all staff, including those in council-controlled companies, to be paid the living wage within three years. The living wage is currently $20.55 per hour. Is this a good plan?
It's time to refresh your riding skills now for the busy and fun months to come.
Book yourself on one of the many Ride Forever courses in your region, with classes adapted to your riding level.
Join others, like Cassandra, who gained extra skills to be more confident on our roads thanks… View moreIt's time to refresh your riding skills now for the busy and fun months to come.
Book yourself on one of the many Ride Forever courses in your region, with classes adapted to your riding level.
Join others, like Cassandra, who gained extra skills to be more confident on our roads thanks to Ride Forever coaching. As riders, it’s important we take the time to ensure we have the right skills to avoid crashes, so sign-up for Ride Forever coaching today - it may just save your life.
What do you call six women stranded on a mountain in the rain: ridiculous! Or you could call them social climbers … but just not to their faces! Once at the hut, not only do they unload their packs full of food, wine, and a souvenir rock; their hang-ups get unloaded as well.
Torrential rain … View moreWhat do you call six women stranded on a mountain in the rain: ridiculous! Or you could call them social climbers … but just not to their faces! Once at the hut, not only do they unload their packs full of food, wine, and a souvenir rock; their hang-ups get unloaded as well.
Torrential rain and a flooded bridge keep them stranded for three days. What they get up to, to help pass the time, raises a few eyebrows and will have you laughing, tearing up and applauding enthusiastically as they bare all.
Of course, it’s not just souls that are exposed, there’s a little nudity, a cracking thunderstorm, explosions, screaming bloody murder, ghostly stories, a birthday celebration, a séance, a drunken party, confessions, meltdowns and revelations that will keep you and your friends entertained throughout.
Perfectly timed for your own social group’s ascent into summer, don’t miss this hilarious play when it comes to a town near you in November.
Buy tickets for Ashburton.
Buy tickets for Christchurch.
People across North Canterbury have reported hearing a loud "boom" and seeing a suspected meteor or space junk trace through the sky at roughly 6pm on Monday night.
The object looked like it was "burning up and coming down", one neighbour said. She described it as … View morePeople across North Canterbury have reported hearing a loud "boom" and seeing a suspected meteor or space junk trace through the sky at roughly 6pm on Monday night.
The object looked like it was "burning up and coming down", one neighbour said. She described it as "moving slowly", and said it had an "orange glow to it" and a long trail.
Coster thought it was a meteor, and joked the "hunt's on to find it now". One person posted to social media to say they had heard it in Oxford. Others reported seeing it from Kaiapoi and Rangiora.
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