Builder/carpenter/Handyman available
My brother is still available. He’s going to be here most weeks for the foreseeable future. If you have building, or demolition work needs done, please message or call me on 0277363969.
He is an amazing, experienced and qualified carpenter and builder. Check out the pictures on my site re-new.nz to see some of his work.
He’s also after a nail gun, to replace his stolen one. If anyone has a Paslode they are looking to part with, he’s happy to pay.
He’s also planning on moving up here, so if you have a small 2+ bedroom house/flat/cottage etc available, in the bear future, please let me know.
Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝
In The Post’s opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, we’re “allergic to exuberance.”
We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?
Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we call home? As big projects take shape and new opportunities emerge, perhaps it’s worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.
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41.7% Yes
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33.5% Maybe?
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24.8% No
Jane Austen
Happy 250th to Jane Austen yesterday! !!
And with the summer holidays ahead, this is a great time to renew your or your friends' and famlies' interest in and indeed fascination with Jane's wonderful books of social commentary.
Go Jane!!
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