2611 days ago

Pipe testing detects cracks in waste disposal

Reporter Eastern Courier

Recent investigations into wastewater pipes in Mellons Bay have unearthed problems at 54 properties.
From the 1500 houses tested, inspectors found 19 properties had stormwater pipes illegally connected to wastewater pipes.
A further 12 houses had gully traps that were too low, 18 properties had suspected cracked pipes, and in five instances there were defects in manhole covers.

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1 day ago

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What has 4 letters, sometimes has 9, but never has 5 letters?

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10 days ago

Poll: Should you ask before planting tall shrubs/trees near your property line?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It may be fine now but in a few years trees can block out light or views for neighbours.

Do you think neighbours should ask before they go ahead and plant these?

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Should you ask before planting tall shrubs/trees near your property line?
  • 69% Yes, always ask
    69% Complete
  • 29.9% No
    29.9% Complete
  • 1.1% Other - I'll share below!
    1.1% Complete
2597 votes
25 days ago

Let's get social

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Tell us what groups you'd like to see in your area...(walking groups, coffee meet-ups, swing dancing, a family tree group - anything at all!)

Or if you are already in a great group, share it here for others to get involved.

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