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This week the Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2019 took effect, bringing in a raft of changes for tenants and landlords.
Here's what it means for renters and landlords.
To read more, click here.
Hi neighbours - better lives for the Kaumātua [elderly] of Aotearoa is the focus of a $2.5 million wellbeing project.
Two different projects will run with the first hoping to bring generations together, and the second focusing on high health and social needs. These projects will mix physical … View moreHi neighbours - better lives for the Kaumātua [elderly] of Aotearoa is the focus of a $2.5 million wellbeing project.
Two different projects will run with the first hoping to bring generations together, and the second focusing on high health and social needs. These projects will mix physical exercise with Te Reo and the passing down of cultural knowledge.
What do you think should be a priority for Kaumātua? What do you think would be most beneficial for them?
Hi neighbours - Hapū are ready to occupy Whakarongorua Maunga in the Utakura Valley to stop cell phone tower construction.
Hapū member Mori Rapana says "the mountain designated for the tower was sacred and steeped in history", with ancestral bones buried there. He says that … View moreHi neighbours - Hapū are ready to occupy Whakarongorua Maunga in the Utakura Valley to stop cell phone tower construction.
Hapū member Mori Rapana says "the mountain designated for the tower was sacred and steeped in history", with ancestral bones buried there. He says that "they're willing to fully occupy the land and get arrested so that it is left in all its glory for all generations to come".
What are your thoughts? Should another area be chosen for the cell phone tower? Is there enough being done to protect sacred sites?
Tobacco companies are ramping up advertising for vaping products in what's being called a lolly scramble for customers, before new regulations come in.
Local e-cigarette businesses and anti-smoking groups say aggressive marketing campaigns are a bid to maximise sales before an expected … View moreTobacco companies are ramping up advertising for vaping products in what's being called a lolly scramble for customers, before new regulations come in.
Local e-cigarette businesses and anti-smoking groups say aggressive marketing campaigns are a bid to maximise sales before an expected clampdown on how alternatives to smoking can be advertised.
To read more, click here.
Looking forward to celebrating our wonderful communities across the country with all of you from 27 March to 5 of April.
Hi neighbours - Ex-state rentals from Auckland are being bussed in to provide much-needed housing in Northland.
The "Whare Ora" housing scheme, run by trust Chief Executive Ricky Houghton, makes use of "recycled" homes, aiming to get whānau off the street. The waiting list … View moreHi neighbours - Ex-state rentals from Auckland are being bussed in to provide much-needed housing in Northland.
The "Whare Ora" housing scheme, run by trust Chief Executive Ricky Houghton, makes use of "recycled" homes, aiming to get whānau off the street. The waiting list for state housing has tripled since 2014, and 150 families and individuals are on the waiting list.
What are your thoughts? Is it time to declare a housing state of emergency in the Far North?
Check out the latest work from Stuff Circuit. A must-watch for anyone seeking a better understanding of the culture that fostered the Christchurch mosque attacks. Watch now by clicking here.
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Showcase Plus displays your listing to a relevant geographic audience. The property will be exposed to as many potential… View moreWant to reach more buyers? With Showcase Plus you can harness the reach of Stuff and Neighbourly. Your listing will be featured on the Stuff and Neighbourly websites and apps.
Showcase Plus displays your listing to a relevant geographic audience. The property will be exposed to as many potential buyers as possible to drive the best sales result.
Potential buyers will click straight through to your listing on your website to see detailed property information.
Email realestate@stuff.co.nz to find out more about using Showcase Plus to promote your listings.
Hi neighbours - prisoners have expressed that they want to be able to vote in both the general election and local body elections.
They say it would help them feel human and connected to the community, with former prisoner Awatea Mita saying the voting ban is "humiliating and … View moreHi neighbours - prisoners have expressed that they want to be able to vote in both the general election and local body elections.
They say it would help them feel human and connected to the community, with former prisoner Awatea Mita saying the voting ban is "humiliating and dehumanising".
What do you think? Should prisoners be allowed to vote in the council elections? Read more here
Fun fact… it’s 537 steps up Baldwin Street in Dunedin – that means you’d have to walk up it almost 19 times to get 10,000 steps! Thanks to Hannah, our legendary Community Fundraising Coordinator for stepping up to the challenge.
We still have plenty of New Zealand Red Cross Cups to give … View moreFun fact… it’s 537 steps up Baldwin Street in Dunedin – that means you’d have to walk up it almost 19 times to get 10,000 steps! Thanks to Hannah, our legendary Community Fundraising Coordinator for stepping up to the challenge.
We still have plenty of New Zealand Red Cross Cups to give away. All you need to do is sign up to Red Cross Journey, be one of the first 100 participants to raise $100 and we’ll send you a KeepCup!
Red Cross Journey is our annual fundraising step challenge - with a difference. Walk 10,000 steps a day for 21 days and learn about the journey of someone involved with Red Cross while raising funds to help people in need.
For more information or to make a donation, visit: www.redcrossjourney.org.nz...
Thank you for your support.
Police are currently responding to reports of a large diesel spill on State Highway 1 between Wellsford and Te Hana. It was first reported around 11:15am.
Contractors are on their way to clear the spill.
Delays are expected, so take extra care on the road and avoid the route if possible.
… View morePolice are currently responding to reports of a large diesel spill on State Highway 1 between Wellsford and Te Hana. It was first reported around 11:15am.
Contractors are on their way to clear the spill.
Delays are expected, so take extra care on the road and avoid the route if possible.
Click here for more information
When: Saturday 31 August, 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Where: Wellsford Library, 13 Port Albert Rd, Wellsford
Julie Stacey is a qualified naturopath/herbalist/chef/health coach. Her passion is using nature's tools including food as medicine and sharing knowledge to empower others.
- … View moreWhen: Saturday 31 August, 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Where: Wellsford Library, 13 Port Albert Rd, Wellsford
Julie Stacey is a qualified naturopath/herbalist/chef/health coach. Her passion is using nature's tools including food as medicine and sharing knowledge to empower others.
- Osteoarthritis V Rheumatoid Arthritis.
- What is happening in the body.
- How you can improve long term outcomes
- Natural therapies role "Find the root cause"
Come along and join me for a discussion on how to improve your lifestyle and wellbeing. Wellsford library is comfortable and warm. Meet Julie as you gain knowledge. Tea and coffee available. Also visit us at www.simplyandnaturallyherbalhealth.co.nz....
Please click like if you think you'd like to come so we have an idea of numbers, thankyou.
Add personality to your floors with this simple diamond design creating using two Resene colours and a clear finish.
Perfect for your hallway or other smaller areas in your home that need brightening up.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find … View moreAdd personality to your floors with this simple diamond design creating using two Resene colours and a clear finish.
Perfect for your hallway or other smaller areas in your home that need brightening up.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself
Hi neighbours - we're looking to chat with people who have experienced the following:
-Have been waiting for surgery that the hospital keeps postponing.
-Have been told they can't get on the waiting list for surgery due to their debilitating condition not being "serious" … View moreHi neighbours - we're looking to chat with people who have experienced the following:
-Have been waiting for surgery that the hospital keeps postponing.
-Have been told they can't get on the waiting list for surgery due to their debilitating condition not being "serious" enough.
If you're happy to chat and potentially be part of a story about this, please get in touch with Thomas through his email: thomas.coughlan@stuff.co.nz
MetService has issued a strong wind watch for Northland.
Valid: 5 hours from 1:00am to 6:00am Friday
Forecast: Northwesterlies may become severe in exposed places during this time.
An update for severe weather will be issued by 9:00pm Thursday 22 Aug 2019.
Hold onto your umbrellas, … View moreMetService has issued a strong wind watch for Northland.
Valid: 5 hours from 1:00am to 6:00am Friday
Forecast: Northwesterlies may become severe in exposed places during this time.
An update for severe weather will be issued by 9:00pm Thursday 22 Aug 2019.
Hold onto your umbrellas, neighbours!
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