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New Zealand is in a housing crisis. Around the country, the demand for property continues to outstrip supply, driving record median prices even higher. In Auckland - where an average house price of over $1m has seen it ranked the fourth least-affordable city in the world - some properties sit empty… View moreNew Zealand is in a housing crisis. Around the country, the demand for property continues to outstrip supply, driving record median prices even higher. In Auckland - where an average house price of over $1m has seen it ranked the fourth least-affordable city in the world - some properties sit empty and unmaintained.
Last week I reported on some of Auckland's mysterious million dollar dumps, and I'm sure there are plenty more out there. If you live near an empty, derelict property and are curious about it, I'd love to hear from you - flick me an email at caroline.williams@stuff.co.nz
Hi neighbours,
Want to know when it's your turn to get the Covid-19 vaccine?
An online tool which can help New Zealanders figure out which vaccination group they’re in has been released.
The questionnaire is now available on the Unite Against Covid-19 website.
Users answer a short … View moreHi neighbours,
Want to know when it's your turn to get the Covid-19 vaccine?
An online tool which can help New Zealanders figure out which vaccination group they’re in has been released.
The questionnaire is now available on the Unite Against Covid-19 website.
Users answer a short series of questions about their health, location, job, and life situation.
The results tell them which of the four main vaccination groups they’re in, and when they can expect to get their vaccine.
Director-General of Health Dr Ashley Bloomfield said the tool also provided more information about who is in each group.
“So if you’re a healthcare worker or work in a long-term residential environment, for example, it will provide an indication when you can expect to get vaccinated.
“You don’t need to provide any information that could be used to identify you, and the information you do provide isn’t saved once you leave the web page.”
The tool can be used on mobile, desktop and tablet.
The ministry said it was in the process of being translated into 24 languages, which would start to appear on the website from Monday.
The website page and online tool will be updated as the vaccine roll-out plan scales up.
“As we move through the roll-out of the vaccination programme, we want people to be as informed as soon as possible about when they can expect to be vaccinated.
“This tool is designed to make that as easy as possible,” Bloomfield said.
Waipā is only a short drive away!
Exquisitely crafted food and wine, boutique shopping and exhilarating bike rides along the waterfront are all waiting for you.
Stay a night or two and explore what the region has to offer.
Our pioneering approach to retirement living includes resident-friendly terms designed to protect you and your family.
Ryman’s Peace of Mind Guarantees include terms such as our deferred management fee that is capped at 20 percent, one of the lowest in the retirement sector. Our base weekly … View moreOur pioneering approach to retirement living includes resident-friendly terms designed to protect you and your family.
Ryman’s Peace of Mind Guarantees include terms such as our deferred management fee that is capped at 20 percent, one of the lowest in the retirement sector. Our base weekly fee is fixed for the entire time you occupy your townhouse or apartment*, and comprehensive care can be dialled up as your needs change.
Terms like these provide you with greater confidence to live the way you want. They not only stack up in the retirement industry, they lead the way. *Some conditions apply.
Hi Neighbours,
In commemoration of Anzac Day, Stuff is looking for letters sent from loved ones during times of war.
We know these letters will have been passed down and may be very significant to your family.
These letters will remain with you- we will just take a copy, which will be … View moreHi Neighbours,
In commemoration of Anzac Day, Stuff is looking for letters sent from loved ones during times of war.
We know these letters will have been passed down and may be very significant to your family.
These letters will remain with you- we will just take a copy, which will be published as part of our Anzac Day coverage.
If you have any letters you would like to share, please email caryn.wilkinson@stuff.co.nz
Please put "War Letters to Home" in the subject line.
Want to sing in a crowd?
Need a new crowd to join?
ONE VOICE CHOIR
Is seeking fresh voices to join us in this timeless, universal,
… View moreWant to sing in a crowd?
Need a new crowd to join?
ONE VOICE CHOIR
Is seeking fresh voices to join us in this timeless, universal,
human activity.
We're particularly keen to hear from men or altos, but are very
welcoming of all voices. We are a friendly bunch of people who sing a varied repertoire. Check us out online or get in touch below:-
www.onevoicechoir.org.nz...
www.facebook.com...
Email info@onevoicechoir.org.nz for more details.
Hi neighbours,
Come along and check out our new collection that has arrived at Mt. Wellington Flooring Xtra.
You can carpet your home, from $3,299 this offer is up till April 2021 or until stocks sold. See our catalogue!
For full terms and conditions see our website www.flooringxtra.co.nz… View moreHi neighbours,
Come along and check out our new collection that has arrived at Mt. Wellington Flooring Xtra.
You can carpet your home, from $3,299 this offer is up till April 2021 or until stocks sold. See our catalogue!
For full terms and conditions see our website www.flooringxtra.co.nz 30 months interest free is available on Flexi Payment for online and in-store purchases $1000 and over from 22 February 2021 - 30 April 2021.
See our store: Mt Wellington - 46A Lunn Ave, Mt Wellington
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Come along to our Apple Mac meeting 2.00pm at St Lukes Community Church, 130 Remuera Road, Tuesday 23rd March for a 1 hour presentation and learn how to customise settings in Safari Preferences on Apple Mac computer. Phone Janet 0212148386. www.macsnrs.org.nz......
Free as pictureed. Wooden blocks used for a retaining wall. Great condition. Approximare length 40 cm. Pick up Lynfield. PM if keen.
Hey neighbours,
are you using the long weekend to tackle that long-over due reno? Or do you have a project you'd love to do in your home or garden but don't know where to start?
The experts at Resene are offering to help answer all your painting and decorating questions. Whether … View moreHey neighbours,
are you using the long weekend to tackle that long-over due reno? Or do you have a project you'd love to do in your home or garden but don't know where to start?
The experts at Resene are offering to help answer all your painting and decorating questions. Whether it's how to choose the right type of paint to cover a stain, how to go about planning a mural, or how long you really need to spend on sanding down that woodwork, they're happy to help.
Send us your question at homed@stuff.co.nz or leave it in the comments and we'll put the best questions to the Resene team (please note: we may not be able to answer every single question). The answers will be published in an article on Stuff ahead of the long weekend.
If you don't want us to use your comment or name on Stuff, please mention that in your post.
Hi Neighbours, Auckland's list of big transport projects has been updated, but does not look like a carbon emission crusher? Is the talk about climate action still just that? Read the story below:
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