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2460 days ago

Review: Lyttelton Records

The Team from Stuff Dining Reviews

The delicious doughnuts alone are worth a visit to this cool new cafe/bar/record store. Our very own Christina Kuntz gave it 3.5 stars. Have you been there?

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2461 days ago

What's in a name?

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

A colleague just told me about a friend of his, who has two sets of twins - no mean feat! The thing that stuck out for me, though, were their names: Bernie and Dorothy, and Betty and Delilah. We figured they'd been named after family members, or Mum has a love for old-fashioned names. But it … View moreA colleague just told me about a friend of his, who has two sets of twins - no mean feat! The thing that stuck out for me, though, were their names: Bernie and Dorothy, and Betty and Delilah. We figured they'd been named after family members, or Mum has a love for old-fashioned names. But it got me to thinking - do you have an unusual name? Where did it come from? Has it been a blessing or a curse? My brother (Kylee) tried to buy my name off me when we were teenagers, but he's now settled into his moniker. Of course, it gets a little confusing sometimes, with his partner named Kylie...
*** We may choose to use comments in our Conversations page in the newspaper. If you're not comfortable sharing your comments, please note with NFP (Not For Print) on your comment.

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2459 days ago

In need of a post-holiday, holiday?

Readers Rail Tours

Join us on an unforgettable journey exploring the rich culture of New Zealand and an experience of a lifetime from the comfort of a unique rail and coach tour. With two options this year, you can choose to explore the beauty of the deep South or the stunning scenic North.

North Island - … View more
Join us on an unforgettable journey exploring the rich culture of New Zealand and an experience of a lifetime from the comfort of a unique rail and coach tour. With two options this year, you can choose to explore the beauty of the deep South or the stunning scenic North.

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When: Saturday, 12 May - Friday, 26 May

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When: Thursday, 19 April - Wednesday, 2 May

Book now and be in to win one of five double-passes to an NZ House & Garden House tour of your choice. Simply quote "NEIGHBOURLY" when booking over the phone or online in the voucher section.
Find out more

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2460 days ago

Cat Rescue needs some Expert Help removing some BUMBLEBEES

Bronwyn Reader from Cat Rescue Christchurch

We have BUMBLEBEES living under the Cat Rescue equipment shed which we are needing to shift!
Does anyone know someone who can help with relocation of these bees please?
If you do, could you email your contact details to fundraising.catrescue@gmail.com

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2460 days ago

Kittens

Michael from Hoon Hay

Hi everyone just wondering if there is any free kittens out there we are a family of 4 2 adults and 2 beautiful little girls who love cats we would give the kitten a loving home and would grow old as a part of our family

2466 days ago

Do you shun public transport?

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

A story in todays Press says Christchurch is the car capital of the country, with more of us choosing to take the car than cycle or use public transport. Why do you think that is? When was the last time you got on the bus? What was it like? Do you own a bike, and bike around the city? Keen to get … View moreA story in todays Press says Christchurch is the car capital of the country, with more of us choosing to take the car than cycle or use public transport. Why do you think that is? When was the last time you got on the bus? What was it like? Do you own a bike, and bike around the city? Keen to get some feedback and see what's behind the results of the MoT survey.
** Please note we may use comments in our Conversations page in the Christchurch Mail. If you're not comfortable with your comments appearing in print, please include NFP (Not For Print) in your comments. Thank you!

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2479 days ago

Lost white kitten

Victoria from Sydenham

Hi guys my sons kitten has been missing since 530pm last night we live on hasting street west sydenham and shes only 3months old and is deaf we would really like her back if anyone has seen her it was paet of his xmas present if you find her please contact me Victoria on 0274140553 please

2460 days ago

Commercial Leasing

Steven Duxfield from Corcoran French

Commercial Leasing
The terms of a commercial lease are vastly different to that of a standard residential tenancy agreement. It would be impossible for us to outline all the terms of a typical commercial lease in this article but we outline a few of the common issues and queries which commonly … View more
Commercial Leasing
The terms of a commercial lease are vastly different to that of a standard residential tenancy agreement. It would be impossible for us to outline all the terms of a typical commercial lease in this article but we outline a few of the common issues and queries which commonly arise between both Tenant and Landlord.
Agreement to Lease

An Agreement to Lease is the initial document signed between the parties setting out the main terms of agreement between them. It is not the formal lease document. The Agreement to Lease usually requires a formal deed of lease be entered into setting out all of the terms, rights and obligations of the parties and enforcement provisions. Many clients mistakenly believe that once they have signed the Agreement to Lease, this is the formal contract. The Agreement to Lease does not contain all of the necessary provisions required to protect both parties which are contained in the full deed.

Costs

Recent revisions of the Auckland District Law Society (ADLS) commercial lease removed the ability for a Landlord to charge the Tenant for the Landlord’s legal costs for preparation of the lease documents. Each party now bears their own costs for the preparation, variation or deed recording a rent review or renewal unlike the earlier versions which made this a Tenant responsibility. The Tenant is still required to meet the Landlord’s reasonable costs in considering any request by the Tenant for the Landlord’s consent as well as the enforcement of the Landlord’s rights, remedies and powers.

Maintenance Obligations

Generally speaking a Tenant is responsible for maintaining the interior of the premises and is required to yield up the premises in a like condition as at the start of the lease. The Landlord is usually responsible for maintaining the exterior of the building and ensuring that it is weathertight. Often having a premises condition report attached to a lease when signed will avoid any possible disputes at the end of the lease. This report is very useful in situations where a Landlord has sold the premises, or the Tenant has sold the business and assigned the lease to a new Tenant.

Renewal of Lease

Often we see both the Landlord and Tenant fail to deal with subsequent renewals of the lease according to the lease terms. The standard provisions of the ADLS lease provides that where the Tenant intends to exercise its right of renewal (if one is provided) it must provide written notice to the Landlord of its intention to exercise its renewal no later than three months prior to the expiry of the current term. If a Tenant fails to provide that notice, the Landlord can terminate the lease on the final expiry date. However, if neither party take any steps the lease will revert to a month to month lease until either party terminates with one month’s notice.

Dealing with renewals correctly is important from both parties’ perspective. For the Landlord it ensures that a Tenant is locked in for a specified period of time and provides it certainty of future rental income.

From a Tenant’s perspective it provides security of site which is especially important where the location of the premises is a fundamental part of its goodwill. If a Tenant fails to properly execute or exercise its rights of renewal the value of its business could be drastically reduced.

Commercial leases can be complicated and both Landlord and Tenant are considered equal commercial parties. It is therefore important that both parties understand their obligations.

If you would like some specific advice in relation to your lease or a particular situation we suggest that you contact us and we can provide you with some further advice in this regard.

Michael is an Associate in our Property Team based in our Kaiapoi Office and can be reached on (03) 327 8159 or by email michael@corcoranfrench.co.nz

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2461 days ago
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2460 days ago

Chooks to give away

Wendy from Somerfield

Free Chooks 2 Light Sussex and 1 Wyndote still laying. Approx 5 years old.

Free

2463 days ago

Banana Boxes for moving ready for pickup now.

Campbell from Hoon Hay

Hi all
We've got around 15 banana boxes (in Hoon Hay) left over from our move. Yours if you want to come get them.
Txt me on 027 7493065
thanks
Campbell

2462 days ago

Wasp Wipeout - Paper Wasps

The Team from Wasp Wipeout

Howdy all. Here at Wasp Wipeout we thought we'd give you some information on how to deal with the wasp that most populates urban gardens - the paper wasp.

Paper wasps can be easily identified by their long, drooping back legs and laid-back, slow style of flying.

Asian, Australian and … View more
Howdy all. Here at Wasp Wipeout we thought we'd give you some information on how to deal with the wasp that most populates urban gardens - the paper wasp.

Paper wasps can be easily identified by their long, drooping back legs and laid-back, slow style of flying.

Asian, Australian and European paper wasps have gradually made their homes around our houses and fences and over the past few years and while they are useful for some unwanted bugs like the great white cabbage butterfly, unfortunately they aren't picky and have been feasting on our monarch butterfly caterpillar and other useful native bugs as well.

At Wasp Wipeout we are working hard to help raise funds to wipe out the most invasive species of wasps - the vespula (common and German) variety which inhabit a lot of our bush areas and regularly invade picnics and barbecues. To help us fight this species you can donate here

If you want to find out more about paper wasps, you can read the story and watch the video here
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