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2244 days ago

Queues at petrol pumps in rush to beat latest price hike

Brian from New Lynn

The first of three fuel tax increases over the next three years comes into effect at midnight - pushing petrol prices up by around four cents a litre nationwide. The latest tax follows a pattern of pain at the pump with several price hikes throughout the year, and a regional fuel tax that saw prices jump by 11.5 cents in Auckland. Automobile Association spokesman Mark Stockdale says motorists have never seen prices like $2.45 a litre for 91 octane before. ANZ economist Miles Workman says fuel prices are approaching if not exceeding record high levels in a number of places. "That's reflecting a number of factors that have happened this year. Global oil prices have increased almost 30 per cent, the New Zealand dollar has depreciated around 10 percent.The impact is predicted to hurt families already struggling with other rising costs as well. "For some it's not using the car as much, cutting back, and others have to cut back in other areas," said David Marra from Christchurch Budget Services. What's worse is that many say prices are yet to peak with the cost of petrol likely to be even higher by Christmas.
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2 days ago

Poll: When should the tree go up? 🎄

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

From what we've heard, some Christmas trees are already being assembled and decorated.

What are your thoughts on the best time to get your Christmas tree up?

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When should the tree go up? 🎄
  • 4.9% Second half of November
    4.9% Complete
  • 44.6% 1st December
    44.6% Complete
  • 17% A week before Christmas
    17% Complete
  • 32.3% Whenever you wish
    32.3% Complete
  • 1.1% Other - I'll share below
    1.1% Complete
1354 votes
1 day ago

What's your favourite tomato recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our February 2025 issue.

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3 hours ago

CHRISTMAS MARKET DAY

Murray Halberg Retirement Village

TODAY, 10AM - 2PM

Join us today for our annual Christmas Market at Murray Halberg Village!

From delightful treats to arts and crafts you'll find the perfect presents for your Christmas gifting. There will also be an opportunity to tour our village.

We can't wait to see you there!

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