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Birger and Kathy are grateful for the financial certainty Ryman provides them. Their fixed base weekly fee provides security for their retirement.
"You have a reduction in your living costs and the fixed fee just gives you that assurance."
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With our household budgets seeing higher interest rates, service price increases and the 12.5% rise in food prices since last year: the cost of living crisis is upon us.
As we head towards winter, let's share some cost of living hacks - whether it's recipe ideas, tips for saving on … View moreWith our household budgets seeing higher interest rates, service price increases and the 12.5% rise in food prices since last year: the cost of living crisis is upon us.
As we head towards winter, let's share some cost of living hacks - whether it's recipe ideas, tips for saving on power or where to buy the cheapest toilet paper! You may have some advice that could make a huge difference for another household, so comment away.
Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.
Kmart has recalled a line of wooden trays after reports of an invasive wood-eating beetle species within them. A Northland woman found sawdust and holes in her serving tray and alerted the Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI), the government’s biosecurity agency.
What you need to know:
- The… View moreKmart has recalled a line of wooden trays after reports of an invasive wood-eating beetle species within them. A Northland woman found sawdust and holes in her serving tray and alerted the Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI), the government’s biosecurity agency.
What you need to know:
- The product is called Large $20 Acacia Serving Tray and was sold nationally.
- The product may be infested with Lyctus africanus (also known as the African powderpost beetle), a species not present in New Zealand.
- Kmart are no longer selling these products and will wait for instruction from MPI before destroying these.
Anyone who finds a suspected exotic pest is encouraged to call MPI’s hotline on 0800 80 99 66.
Don't let your parents go old-school this winter and just throw on another jersey to beat the cold.
They deserve to be truly comfortable in a warm, dry home without stressing about their power bills, or their health.
They might be eligible for Warmer Kiwi Homes, a government grant … View moreDon't let your parents go old-school this winter and just throw on another jersey to beat the cold.
They deserve to be truly comfortable in a warm, dry home without stressing about their power bills, or their health.
They might be eligible for Warmer Kiwi Homes, a government grant offering 80% of the cost of ceiling and underfloor insulation, and up to 80% off an energy-efficient heater, like a heat pump.
And they may get it even cheaper than that - lots of community organisations offer extra funding to reduce the cost further.
Go to warmerkiwihomes.govt.nz to check their eligibility.
If you experience a billing issue, you should talk to your provider first. For extra help, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.
Almost 40% of complaints received by TDR in 2022 were about bills. Whether it’s a broadband, mobile or home phone billing issue, … View moreIf you experience a billing issue, you should talk to your provider first. For extra help, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.
Almost 40% of complaints received by TDR in 2022 were about bills. Whether it’s a broadband, mobile or home phone billing issue, it’s free to resolve your complaint with TDR. It’s easy too – you can contact TDR online or by phoning 0508 98 98 98 – and we’ll start working with you and your provider.
An ancient craft: Mr E Parish and his assistant, Mr F Gill, make repairs to the thatching of a sod house being rebuilt at the Ferrymead Bridge in 1944.
Photo: Press Historic Collection
A wonderful hard working Mum I work with has just been told the house she thought she’d be renting for the rest of her life has been sold & will be changing ownership in a few days!! This came as a huge shock as the landlord had told her the house was his retirement fund (he’s a long way … View moreA wonderful hard working Mum I work with has just been told the house she thought she’d be renting for the rest of her life has been sold & will be changing ownership in a few days!! This came as a huge shock as the landlord had told her the house was his retirement fund (he’s a long way off retirement) anyway if anyone knows of a 3 bedroom or even 2 bedroom home for long term rental please please contact me. If possible a home on the east side for anything under $450 would be great but anything will be considered. This woman is the perfect tenant, she always pays her rent, has amazing rental references as well as character references from some amazing people & places. Her son is quite unwell so this is an urgent need. Any help or even advice would be appreciated. If you can help I will put you in contact with her. Thanks so much for taking the time to read this post.
Ryman gives you peace of mind with certainty around your living costs, so you can focus on enjoying the things that matter.
From the day you move into a village you’ll know how much you’re paying and what’s guaranteed to be paid back when you move out.
With several Peace of Mind … View moreRyman gives you peace of mind with certainty around your living costs, so you can focus on enjoying the things that matter.
From the day you move into a village you’ll know how much you’re paying and what’s guaranteed to be paid back when you move out.
With several Peace of Mind Guarantees you can you feel confident and secure in your decision to move to a Ryman village.
Enjoy the everyday and have financial certainty with Ryman.
Christchurch Hospital’s dental service has been inundated with GP referrals and self-admissions for treatment, a situation the New Zealand Dental Association says is not sustainable.
The association has called on the Government to improve funding for community dental care to prevent services … View moreChristchurch Hospital’s dental service has been inundated with GP referrals and self-admissions for treatment, a situation the New Zealand Dental Association says is not sustainable.
The association has called on the Government to improve funding for community dental care to prevent services in hospitals from being clogged up.
It wants free dental care extended from age 18 to 25, an age group more financially disadvantaged than others. It also urged the Government to expand income thresholds for dental grants and enable Ministry of Social Development dental grants to be used for check-ups.
What do you think of the availability and cost of dental care in New Zealand? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
You can also read reporter Kristie Boland's full story on the issue here.
Ethan's life was surrounded by drugs and alcohol due to gang-affiliated friends and family. But after losing loved ones, he joined a Graeme Dingle Foundation programme. Initially hesitant and shy, he gradually gained confidence, showed his humour and found his voice.
The programme helped … View moreEthan's life was surrounded by drugs and alcohol due to gang-affiliated friends and family. But after losing loved ones, he joined a Graeme Dingle Foundation programme. Initially hesitant and shy, he gradually gained confidence, showed his humour and found his voice.
The programme helped him explore different career paths and Ethan became one of the top graduates from his cohort. The Foundation took the opportunity to hire him and he now helps other young people involved in the programme on their career journeys.
Find out more about how the Graeme Dingle Foundation helps young people realise potential.
Police outside the North New Brighton Post Office after it was robbed on December 2, 1982.
We'll be sharing more old photos from Christchurch and Canterbury each Wednesday. Let us know if there's a particular place or memory you'd like to revisit.
To all the strong, inspiring, devoted mums, the mums who are no longer with us, the mums who work hard everyday to make the house warm and put food on the table, the mums to be and who could forget the family members who take on the mums role too!
We hope you have a wonderful day, filled with … View moreTo all the strong, inspiring, devoted mums, the mums who are no longer with us, the mums who work hard everyday to make the house warm and put food on the table, the mums to be and who could forget the family members who take on the mums role too!
We hope you have a wonderful day, filled with smiles, appreciation and love. Happy Mother's Day.
Want to give something back to your community? How about volunteering with Victim Support? We’re recruiting new volunteers in your neighbourhood now.
Volunteer Support Workers come from all walks of life, just like those who need our help. They make an incredible difference by providing … View moreWant to give something back to your community? How about volunteering with Victim Support? We’re recruiting new volunteers in your neighbourhood now.
Volunteer Support Workers come from all walks of life, just like those who need our help. They make an incredible difference by providing support and information for people affected by crime and trauma. Volunteers receive comprehensive training and support from our locally based staff.
Check out our website or call 0800 volunteer (0800 86 58 68) for more information.
Bring a bit of nature inside with a simple tree mural in Resene colours.
Find out how to add colour to you child's room with this handy advice.
Talk to your provider and give them a chance to sort it. If it remains unresolved, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.
TDR helps over 3,000 Kiwis every year with their telco troubles. Whether it’s a broadband, mobile or home phone billing issue, it’s free … View moreTalk to your provider and give them a chance to sort it. If it remains unresolved, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.
TDR helps over 3,000 Kiwis every year with their telco troubles. Whether it’s a broadband, mobile or home phone billing issue, it’s free to resolve your complaint with TDR. It’s easy too – you can contact us online or by phoning 0508 98 98 98 – and we’ll start working with you and your provider.
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