162 days ago

Here are some of the actions taken so far by the NEW government.

Brian from Mount Roskill

• Started reducing public sector expenditure
• Refocused the Reserve Bank on reducing inflation
• Written legislation to repeal the Auckland Regional Fuel Tax on 30 June
• Required primary and intermediate schools to teach an hour each of reading, writing and maths every day
• Banned phones in classrooms from next term
• Stopped work on the Jobs Tax and the costly Auckland Light Rail project
• Began work to get our transport agencies building new roads
• Repealed the Ute Tax
• Stopped blanket speed limit reductions
• Reintroduced 90-day trials and cancelled fair pay agreements
• Repealed Three Waters
• Abolished Labour’s prisoner reduction target
• Improved security for health workers by putting security guards in more emergency departments.

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22 hours 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?
  • 67.2% Yes, always ask
    67.2% Complete
  • 31.5% No
    31.5% Complete
  • 1.4% Other - I'll share below!
    1.4% Complete
518 votes
5 days ago

Show us your winter craft or DIY projects

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

When we are stuck inside, it can be a time to get creative. And we think Neighbourly members are quite a creative bunch. So, let's fill the Neighbourly newsfeed with crafty creations from across the country.

Share a photo below of your craft projects, recent DIY, or your hobby. You may just inspire someone else!

4 days ago

Help with furniture restoration

Jo from Sandringham

Hi
We have a C.1960s wood veneer dining table.
We are searching for someone who is possibly retired or has some free time on their hands, and ideally with some experience restoring wood furniture. There are no time frames, or pressure.
We are happy to have the work completed here (Sandringham) or wherever it best suits.
If you or someone you know is interested in the job. Please drop us a message.
We are happy to supply materials.
measurements:
134 cm L
91 cm W
73 cm H

Thanks
Jo