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Poll: Do you support a rates rise of 5 per cent in Auckland?
Hi neighbours,
Aucklanders will see their rates bills soar 5 per cent to help counteract a $1 billion fall in council revenue over the next four years.
The one-off hike, up from a planned 3.5 per cent increase, will add $36 to the rates bill of an average value home before annual increases return to the previous path of 3.5 per cent rises.
The proposed increase is included in the update of Auckland Council's 10-year budget, which starts in July.
Please put NFP if you do not want your comments used by Stuff.
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9% Yes
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87.6% No
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3.4% Undecided. It's too complex.
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What's the best way to keep grocery shopping bills down?
We are still feeling the pinch and the weekly shop is no different. So we are after your cost-saving tips please, neighbours!
What’s the best way you've found to cut down on your grocery bill? Share below (and hear tips from others!)
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Tui’s in your garden- I have heaps of this Aloe to give away if anyone would like to attract Tui’s to their garden
If you would like Tui’s in your garden - I have heaps of this Aloe to give away. Easy to grow and the Tui’s love it
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Show us your winter craft or DIY projects
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!