Christchurch eyesore: Is this the worst block in the central city?
The stretch of city bounded by Worcester St, Manchester St, Hereford St and Tramway Lane, along with a cluster of three buildings next door on Hereford St, features an empty architectural classic, a partially restored church, two empty sites, a transplanted heritage villa, six derelict buildings, lots of graffiti, and a Mexican restaurant.
Is this the worst block in Christchurch? In a city known for wintry landscapes of Soviet grey concrete, dereliction and windswept gravel, that would be some achievement, Charlie Gates writes. Read the full story here.
Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
An Auckland court has ruled a woman doesn’t have to contribute towards the cost of fixing a driveway she shares with 10 neighbours.
When thinking about fences, driveways or tree felling, for example, do you think all neighbours should have to pay if the improvements directly benefit them?
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82.1% Yes
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15.2% No
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2.7% Other - I'll share below
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What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.
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