375 days ago

Derelict and dangerous buildings days from demolition

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Dunedin News

The birds nestling inside the crumbled walls and collapsed roof will need to find a new home with demolition set to start on a row of derelict buildings in Dunedin.

Work to demolish the row of inner city buildings is set to begin on Sunday, after the Dunedin City Council gave the Christchurch-based developers consent back in May.

Jon Leng​, of the redeveloped Empire Apartments, said he had considered the neighbouring buildings dangerous for ‘’years’’, and he was delighted that they would finally be demolished.

The buildings at 380, 382 and 386 Princes Str and 11 Stafford St would be demolished, while the developer would retain the building and the protected facade at 372-378 Princes St.

Read reporter Hamish McNeilly's full story here.

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Poll: Should employees be able to work from home?

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Where possible, do you think employees should be able to work from home? Vote below and share your thoughts in the comments.

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Should employees be able to work from home?
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Poll: How do you feel about dogs being allowed indoors in cafes?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

For most of us, seeing a friendly doggo while out and about instantly brings a smile to our faces. But how do you feel about cafes welcoming pups inside?

Cast a vote and share your thoughts below.

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How do you feel about dogs being allowed indoors in cafes?
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