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Thanks to the 2600 of you who completed our Sunday Star-Times/Neighbourly poll on NZ's changing attitudes to meat and veges. We reported the results this weekend - and they were fascinating.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, it reveals our most loyal meat-eaters are in farming provinces like Southland,… View moreThanks to the 2600 of you who completed our Sunday Star-Times/Neighbourly poll on NZ's changing attitudes to meat and veges. We reported the results this weekend - and they were fascinating.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, it reveals our most loyal meat-eaters are in farming provinces like Southland, Manawatu-Wanganui and Taranaki, where nearly two-thirds of us eat meat most days. By comparison, fewer than half of respondents in Wellington, Auckland and Northland eat that much meat. More than a third of Aucklanders and Cantabrians say they are reducing their meat consumption; another 13 per cent have already cut it from their diets entirely.
>> So here's a question: should city-dwellers be supporting our farmers better, given they're still the backbone of our economy? Or do farmers and the rest of us need to be working together to find new solutions - new premium meats, new meat alternatives - to reflect reducing meat consumption around the world?
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Thanks to the 2600 of you who completed our Sunday Star-Times/Neighbourly poll on NZ's changing attitudes to meat and veges. We reported the results this weekend - and they were fascinating.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, it reveals our most loyal meat-eaters are in farming provinces like Southland,… View moreThanks to the 2600 of you who completed our Sunday Star-Times/Neighbourly poll on NZ's changing attitudes to meat and veges. We reported the results this weekend - and they were fascinating.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, it reveals our most loyal meat-eaters are in farming provinces like Southland, Manawatu-Wanganui and Taranaki, where nearly two-thirds of us eat meat most days. By comparison, fewer than half of respondents in Wellington, Auckland and Northland eat that much meat. More than a third of Aucklanders and Cantabrians say they are reducing their meat consumption; another 13 per cent have already cut it from their diets entirely.
>> So here's a question: should city-dwellers be supporting our farmers better, given they're still the backbone of our economy? Or do farmers and the rest of us need to be working together to find new solutions - new premium meats, new meat alternatives - to reflect reducing meat consumption around the world?
>> www.stuff.co.nz...
Not everyone chooses to sell their current home when they decide to move on. Sometimes, it’s not even an option. If you’re looking to hang on to your personal home and turn it into a rental, there are a few things to consider first.
1. Wear and tear
This is perhaps the biggest thing … View moreNot everyone chooses to sell their current home when they decide to move on. Sometimes, it’s not even an option. If you’re looking to hang on to your personal home and turn it into a rental, there are a few things to consider first.
1. Wear and tear
This is perhaps the biggest thing homeowners need to know. As a rental, your personal home will experience more wear and tear than it otherwise would if you lived in it. Your garden will probably not look as immaculate as it once did, and your walls and floors may acquire new scuff marks. So, if you can’t shake off your emotional attachment to the property, you may be better off selling it rather than renting it.
2. Location
The location of your home can have a major impact on its rentability and how easy it is to find quality tenants. If you’re close to local amenities like schools, Waikato University, Waikato Hospital or public transport routes, you have a better chance of keeping your property tenanted.
3. Maintenance
If your home is high maintenance - perhaps it has a pool, a large garden, or old appliances - know that you’ll need to keep it maintained to a reasonable condition to meet your obligations as a landlord/owner. This may involve extra ongoing costs, or costs to remedy the amount of maintenance required.
4. Family homes do best
In Hamilton, family-sized homes do particularly well on the rental market. Four-bedroom houses in Hamilton fetch, on average, between $450 and $520 per week. As for the strongest performing suburbs, Hamilton East/University, Te Kowhai/St Andrews/Queenwood, Dinsdale South/Frankton, Dinsdale North/Nawton and Flagstaff/Rototuna have recently experienced the strongest rental growth for family-sized properties with three to five (or more) bedrooms.
5. Landlord responsibilities
When you turn your personal home into a rental, you will take on the mantle of landlord, which comes with its own set of responsibilities. This includes finding and screening tenants, conducting or arranging inspections, repairs and maintenance. It’s a lot to manage—especially if you’re no longer living in the region. It’s why so many investors hire professional property managers to take care of the day-to-day running of their properties. Moreover, their fees are tax deductible.
Important note: If you’re leaving the country for more than 21 days, you’ll need to either appoint someone as your landlord in your stead or hire a property manager.
6. Tax implications
If you turn your home into a residential investment, be aware that you may not be able to make tax claims against it. It always pays to talk to a professional accountant to make sure you set up your home-turned-rental properly to avoid issues with tax, ownership and debt allocation.
As always, the Acacia Social Committee has outdone itself! They put together a marvellous function for Valentine’s Day. It was kicked off with drinks, followed by a cold cut buffet. We were serenaded by the amazing Jim Joll!
It was a lovely sight seeing so many people get together, put on … View moreAs always, the Acacia Social Committee has outdone itself! They put together a marvellous function for Valentine’s Day. It was kicked off with drinks, followed by a cold cut buffet. We were serenaded by the amazing Jim Joll!
It was a lovely sight seeing so many people get together, put on their dancing shoes and got their boogie on. We even had our Village Manager, Bruce Cullington, partake in the dancing, which always results in a roar of laughter and giggles. All in all everyone had a wonderful time and we can’t wait for the next social event!
Hi neighbours, at Mr Bo Jumble we sell recycled clothing by the garment or the kilo!
Come and see us in Mangere at:
- 52 Tidal Road - sold by the garment - new stock every Wednesday!
- 54 Tidal Road - sold by the kilo - NEW STOCK DAILY!
Monday to Friday: 8.30am - 4.30pm
Saturday: 9am - … View moreHi neighbours, at Mr Bo Jumble we sell recycled clothing by the garment or the kilo!
Come and see us in Mangere at:
- 52 Tidal Road - sold by the garment - new stock every Wednesday!
- 54 Tidal Road - sold by the kilo - NEW STOCK DAILY!
Monday to Friday: 8.30am - 4.30pm
Saturday: 9am - 1pm
Studying English with DynaSpeak can be your passport to Kiwi life! Make friends, access further study and upgrade your career. Flexible times, short courses, excellent teachers and great locations. Not only is DynaSpeak a great place to learn English, it plays an important part in the social life … View moreStudying English with DynaSpeak can be your passport to Kiwi life! Make friends, access further study and upgrade your career. Flexible times, short courses, excellent teachers and great locations. Not only is DynaSpeak a great place to learn English, it plays an important part in the social life of new migrants to New Zealand. You can meet people who have similar experiences and situations while improving your communication skills.
There are still some places available for the next course that begins on 26 Feb, 2018. It runs for 18 weeks and when you successfully complete the course you will be awarded an NZQA approved New Zealand Certificate in English (NZCEL). We are currently taking enrolments for all levels and campuses (Albany, Mangere, Queen Street (CBD), New Lynn, Mt Roskill and Botany).
The courses are FREE if you are an NZ permanent resident or citizen. For more information click on your language below, visit our website, email courses@dynaspeak.ac.nz or phone 0800 355 344.
NZCEL Semesters 2018:
Semester A 2018
- Start date - 26 February 2018
- Finish date - 6 July 2018
- Midterm break - 16 April - 20 April 2018
Term break for three weeks July 9 - 27 July 2018
Semester B 2018
- Starting date - 30 July 2018
- Finishing date - 7 December 2018
- Midterm break - 1 October - 5 October 2018
For more information click on your language below:
- English
- Chinese
- Japanese
- Korean
- Spanish
- Portuguese
- Arabic
Applications are now open to Auckland Grammar School’s boarding hostel, Tibbs House, for 2019. Founded in 1962, Tibbs House provides accommodation, study and recreational facilities for 120 boarders. Boarders are supported by eight full time Masters who offer a wide range of teaching subjects and… View moreApplications are now open to Auckland Grammar School’s boarding hostel, Tibbs House, for 2019. Founded in 1962, Tibbs House provides accommodation, study and recreational facilities for 120 boarders. Boarders are supported by eight full time Masters who offer a wide range of teaching subjects and activities, as well as nightly study guidance.
To apply, visit our website to download an application form. Alternatively, contact the Director of Boarding, Mr Daniel Oram, at d.oram@ags.school.nz.
Hi there, I am looking for someone to help me mow lawns and garden maintenance. $18-$20 p/hr + bonuses. Approx 35 hours per week. Could be more or less hours if desired. Days flexible. Willing to help the right person into their own mowing business. Email Hamant on hamant.dullabh@outlook.com to … View moreHi there, I am looking for someone to help me mow lawns and garden maintenance. $18-$20 p/hr + bonuses. Approx 35 hours per week. Could be more or less hours if desired. Days flexible. Willing to help the right person into their own mowing business. Email Hamant on hamant.dullabh@outlook.com to discuss further.
SUNDAY 18TH MARCH 2018
VENUE: BOMBAY SCHOOL
www.sporty.co.nz...
All details on the website.
A challenging half Marathon that is very popular
10k run and walk
5k run and walk
15k run and walk and also suits Nordic walkers.
Come along and experience the relaxed atmosphere, picturesque countryside … View moreSUNDAY 18TH MARCH 2018
VENUE: BOMBAY SCHOOL
www.sporty.co.nz...
All details on the website.
A challenging half Marathon that is very popular
10k run and walk
5k run and walk
15k run and walk and also suits Nordic walkers.
Come along and experience the relaxed atmosphere, picturesque countryside and the friendly people in Bombay.
If you need more information ring Ian on 09 2360126 or 021 02484668
With predictions of the tail of Cyclone Gita heading for New Zealand, the council is urging Aucklanders to devote a bit of time to getting prepared this weekend.
A storm is brewing ahead of this season's rugby league competition, with a new team ready to hit the…
New Zealand roads are some of the best in the world for motorcycling - open roads, the hilly terrain, spectacularly scenic highways. We want to know how many Neighbourly members ride a motorcycle or scooter or have someone close to them who does. Vote below and we'll share more about why … View moreNew Zealand roads are some of the best in the world for motorcycling - open roads, the hilly terrain, spectacularly scenic highways. We want to know how many Neighbourly members ride a motorcycle or scooter or have someone close to them who does. Vote below and we'll share more about why we're asking next week.
Large numbers of black field crickets have been encroaching on homes and gardens across the North Island, keeping residents awake with their chirping and hopping underfoot.
Black field crickets are born normally born November when they generally spend time in the grass.
But by peak summer in … View moreLarge numbers of black field crickets have been encroaching on homes and gardens across the North Island, keeping residents awake with their chirping and hopping underfoot.
Black field crickets are born normally born November when they generally spend time in the grass.
But by peak summer in January, especially if its been a dry period, they move deep into ground cracks and only come out at night.
Are crickets plaguing your property?
Whether you have dietary restrictions or you are just super active, health-conscious or hungry, we have the perfect healthy cookie for you. You can try them now with our 10% discount exclusively for Neighbourly members!
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We currently offer a selection of ZERO fee courses which include training for the industrial, business and financial sectors. Our hands on courses aim to develop trainees' skills, attitudes and knowledge while addressing the identified needs of various industries. Build a long term work life … View moreWe currently offer a selection of ZERO fee courses which include training for the industrial, business and financial sectors. Our hands on courses aim to develop trainees' skills, attitudes and knowledge while addressing the identified needs of various industries. Build a long term work life balance specialising in much-needed careers in South-East Auckland while also gaining skills you can take anywhere in the world.
Skills Update Training Institute Mangere and Papakura offers FREE courses and travel costs, FREE Learners or Restricted Licenses, *conditions apply.
Some of the courses offered at our Mangere campus and Papakura campus are:
- Automotive
- Carpentry
- Distribution
- Forces Pre Entry
- Hospitality
- Recreation and Sport
- Security
- Welding
Contact us to start your journey towards a smart career that supports both your goals and lifestyle, whether you're in our home town or abroad.
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