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If you didn't live in your neighbourhood, which town or city would you vote as your favourite in New Zealand? Is it the capital, the Garden City, Dunedin, or perhaps our City of Sails? We want to know which Kiwi town reigns supreme in NZ. To share your thoughts, take part in… View moreHey neighbours,
If you didn't live in your neighbourhood, which town or city would you vote as your favourite in New Zealand? Is it the capital, the Garden City, Dunedin, or perhaps our City of Sails? We want to know which Kiwi town reigns supreme in NZ. To share your thoughts, take part in our poll!
To read more about NZ's great town rivalries click here.
With over 200 events registered - Neighbours Day Aotearoa is gonna be a big one this year! If you've registered an event and want it on the public events map on our website check your inbox (or spam folders) for an email from us. If you can't find it, email us and we'll pop it up … View moreWith over 200 events registered - Neighbours Day Aotearoa is gonna be a big one this year! If you've registered an event and want it on the public events map on our website check your inbox (or spam folders) for an email from us. If you can't find it, email us and we'll pop it up online ASAP #NDA2018
Could a capital gains tax (not on the family home), taking GST off healthy food, or taxing activity that damages the environment, make NZ an even better place to live and work?
These are just three of the areas the Tax Working Group want to hear your thoughts on. Head over to the Tax Working … View moreCould a capital gains tax (not on the family home), taking GST off healthy food, or taxing activity that damages the environment, make NZ an even better place to live and work?
These are just three of the areas the Tax Working Group want to hear your thoughts on. Head over to the Tax Working Group’s website today to watch a series of five short videos explaining the issues, and let them know your thoughts in the comment section.
Have your say on the future of tax at: taxworkinggroup.govt.nz/have-your-say-future-tax
A talented duo of colour and painting experts from Resene joined us for a chat on Homed tonight to answer all your colour conundrums and share their top tips for perfecting your paint jobs.
If you missed it, you can still check out what they had to say and pick up some new ideas, here.
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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Whether you're motivated by a tight budget or a desire for one-off pieces, if you like the idea of upcycling check out our beginner's guide for some top tips to get started.
We asked some upcycling experts to share their secrets on what works and what doesn't to breathe new life … View moreWhether you're motivated by a tight budget or a desire for one-off pieces, if you like the idea of upcycling check out our beginner's guide for some top tips to get started.
We asked some upcycling experts to share their secrets on what works and what doesn't to breathe new life into pre-loved treasures. We'd love to see the results of your own upcycling projects - you can share your before and after pics here. And don't forget you can enter them in Neighbourly's Upcycling awards too!
I would like to say a big Thank you to all who attended our 1st Handbags and Gladrags charity auction for the CanInspire charitable trust.
It was a fabulous evening & over 50 gorgeous bags filled with mystery gifts/vouchers went home with ladies from all over the Bay & beyond. If anyone … View moreI would like to say a big Thank you to all who attended our 1st Handbags and Gladrags charity auction for the CanInspire charitable trust.
It was a fabulous evening & over 50 gorgeous bags filled with mystery gifts/vouchers went home with ladies from all over the Bay & beyond. If anyone has photos from the event they would love to share please feel free to send them to me, or post in the comment box.
A huge Thank you to all the local businesses who kindly donated goodies, they were very much appreciated.
For those of you who missed out on coming to this amazing night, don’t fret, it is now an annual event, so watch this space, or contact sharyn@caninspire.org.nz for more information.
Having a written employment agreement is the law. Even if you don’t have one, there are some minimum employment rights that everyone is entitled to. We’re here to help you know what your rights are and what to do if they aren’t being met. Call 0800 367 222 (0800 FOR CAB) for help or visit our… View moreHaving a written employment agreement is the law. Even if you don’t have one, there are some minimum employment rights that everyone is entitled to. We’re here to help you know what your rights are and what to do if they aren’t being met. Call 0800 367 222 (0800 FOR CAB) for help or visit our website www.cab.org.nz... for details about CAB services in your neighbourhood.
Calling all creative cookies and DIY devotees! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we wanna see your creations!
… View moreCalling all creative cookies and DIY devotees! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we wanna see your creations!
Submit your entry in the very first Resene Upcycling Awards by sharing your upcycled masterpiece with your neighbours. Of course, there are goodies to be won including four prizes up for grabs worth $500 (plus spot prizes). Multiple entries are welcome - don't forget to include your before and after pics and mention any Resene products you've used!
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People For Information are heading down to Napier next week holding feedback sessions around some exciting topics and we would love to speak to a broad cross section of the public – you will be given $70 to thank you for your time and input! We work hard to locate people from all walks of life … View morePeople For Information are heading down to Napier next week holding feedback sessions around some exciting topics and we would love to speak to a broad cross section of the public – you will be given $70 to thank you for your time and input! We work hard to locate people from all walks of life who would like to take part in research. Whether it’s sampling snacks, talking about banking or giving feedback on current affairs.
Check out our website to join the panel or email Holly directly on info@people4info.co.nz to express your interest in these sessions
Happy World Sleep Day neighbours! Or is it? At Patney we believe a good night’s sleep is key to finding the energy to live your life to the fullest, so on World Sleep Day we're here to talk about snoring!
Anyone can be affected by snoring, at any time in their lives. Patney’s founder … View moreHappy World Sleep Day neighbours! Or is it? At Patney we believe a good night’s sleep is key to finding the energy to live your life to the fullest, so on World Sleep Day we're here to talk about snoring!
Anyone can be affected by snoring, at any time in their lives. Patney’s founder Frances Anderson has experienced first-hand the impact snoring can have on your energy levels, confidence and happiness.
Frances spent years searching for an effective way to control her snoring, to no avail. Fed up and exhausted, Frances set out on a journey to create her own solution. The Patney sleep positioner is the result of an intensive research, development and testing process.
Frances sought independent validation of the Patney sleep positioner through the University of Otago. The independent study proved the Patney sleep positioner is an effective way to control snoring.
No one should have to put up with snoring. Take a look at Patney and experience the benefits a good night’s sleep can bring. We offer a 30-day money back guarantee, so on World Sleep Day you can celebrate having had a great night's sleep!
We are running a two hour Internet Banking workshop on Fridays from 10:00 to 12:00. The last one is on Friday 16 March 2018.
Each two hour workshop has the same content so you need only attend once.
Venue : SeniorNet Napier Incorporated.
Address : 23A Puketapu Road, Taradale; on the grounds of … View moreWe are running a two hour Internet Banking workshop on Fridays from 10:00 to 12:00. The last one is on Friday 16 March 2018.
Each two hour workshop has the same content so you need only attend once.
Venue : SeniorNet Napier Incorporated.
Address : 23A Puketapu Road, Taradale; on the grounds of All Saints’ Church. Please park at side of Puketapu Road.
Cost : $2 per person per 2 hour workshop. Includes tea/coffee.
Any questions about this practical learning experience please call Ray Kelly on
845 2998 or 021 128 3153. Simply come along; just bring yourself. All are welcome.
14 March 2018
House prices rise 6.9% across New Zealand according to latest REINZ figures
The median house price for New Zealand rose 6.9% in February to $530,000 up from $496,000 in February 2017 according to the latest data from the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ), source of … View more14 March 2018
House prices rise 6.9% across New Zealand according to latest REINZ figures
The median house price for New Zealand rose 6.9% in February to $530,000 up from $496,000 in February 2017 according to the latest data from the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ), source of the most complete and accurate real estate data in New Zealand.
The median house price for New Zealand excluding Auckland rose even higher, seeing an 8.4% increase to $450,000 from the same time last year.
Prices in Auckland increased at a more moderate 3.7% to $858,000 from the same time last year (up from $827,000) and were up 4.6% month-on-month.
The Hawke’s Bay saw a price increase of 18.4% to a record high of $444,000 up from $375,000 in February 2017 or up 3.3% from January 2018.
Bindi Norwell, Chief Executive at REINZ says: “Median house prices increased in 14 out of 16 regions across New Zealand during February 2018 compared to February 2017, including a record high in the Hawke’s Bay. The only regions not to experience an increase were the West Coast and Gisborne which saw decreases of 10.7% and 3.1% respectively.
“The Hawke’s Bay has seen record price increases for two months in a row now, with prices having increased $26,000 since the end of 2017. Clearly the region is proving extremely popular. Additionally, the recent announcement by the Regional Economic Development Minister, Shane Jones, that nearly $9 million will be spent to reopen the Wairoa-Napier line for logging trains will bring significant development for the Hawke’s Bay region,” points out Norwell.
“Auckland’s median price while continuing to slowly creep upwards, is clearly showing signs of moderated growth rather than the double digits we saw throughout 2016 and 2017. This is far more positive for the region as we know double-digit increases are not sustainable in the long term,” continues Norwell.
Volumes continue positive momentum
Volumes continued to show positive momentum in February with the number of properties sold across New Zealand increasing by 1.2% year-on-year to 6,373 properties.
The number of properties sold in Auckland during February increased by 2.0% to 1,600 (up from 1,568 in February 2017).
Regions with the biggest increase in sales count year-on-year were:
• West Coast – up 50.0% (45 sales compared to 30 in February 2017) – the highest number of properties sold since May 2012
• Nelson – up 25.8% (117 sales compared to 93 in February 2017) – the highest number of properties sold since March 2007
• Southland – up 9.7% (170 sales compared to 155 in February 2017).
“In February, 9 out of 16 regions saw an increase in the number of properties sold, pointing to strong regional growth in the majority of the country. Nelson saw the highest number of properties sold in nearly 11 years and the West Coast saw the highest number of properties sold in just under 6 years – so there have been some really strong localised results,” says Norwell.
“From a national perspective, we’ve seen the number of properties sold year-on-year increase for two months in a row now. It’s not quite enough data to call a trend, but with nearly 300 more houses sold for the year-to-date when compared to 2017, it’s certainly a positive sign for the industry,” points out Norwell.
REINZ House Price Index (HPI)
The REINZ House Price Index for New Zealand, which measures the changing value of property in the market, increased 3.9% year-on-year to 2,692 – a new record high. The HPI for New Zealand excluding Auckland increased 6.9% from February 2017 to a new high of 2,524 and Auckland’s HPI increased 1.1% for the same period.
The REINZ HPI showed that 11 out of 12 regions experienced an increase in their HPI and 9 regions saw a new high in February, highlighting the strength of the property market.
Regions with the highest growth year-on-year were Gisborne/Hawke’s Bay +16.0%, Southland +12.3%, Northland +10.4% and Manawatu/Wanganui +10.2%.
Days to sell
The median number of days to sell a property nationally increased by 4 days from 40 days in February 2017 to 44 days in February 2018.
Auckland saw the median days to sell a property increase by 6 days to 49 (up from 43 in February 2017). This is the highest number of days it’s taken to sell a property in Auckland for 9 years.
Regions with the biggest increase were West Coast (+21 days to 105), Marlborough (+12 days to 49), Manawatu/Wanganui (+8 days to 40), Canterbury (+7 days to 50 – the highest number of days it’s taken to sell a property since March 2011) and Otago (+7 days to 42).
Three regions saw a decrease in the number of days to sell year-on-year; Gisborne (-11 to 46 days), Hawke’s Bay (-5 days to 29 – the only region with figures still in the 20s) and Southland (-3 days to 36).
Auctions
Auctions were used in 12% of all sales across the country in February, with 756 properties selling under the hammer. This is down slightly from February 2017, when 15% of properties were sold via auction.
Gisborne saw the highest percentage of auctions across the country with 40% of properties in the region sold under the hammer, followed by Auckland on 22% and the Bay of Plenty on 18%. By contrast, the West Coast and Tasman saw no auctions take place in February and the Manawatu/Wanganui only saw 1% of properties sold by auction.
In Auckland, 356 properties were sold by auction last month compared to 462 properties in February 2017.
Inventory
The number of properties available for sale nationally increased by 3.2% (from 26,110 to 26,943) compared to 12 months ago. This figure is buoyed by reasonably large inventory increases in Waikato (+15.0% - an additional 252 properties), Auckland (+10.9% - an additional 943 properties) and Canterbury (+10.7% - an additional 387 properties).
A decrease in inventory in 10 regions saw the New Zealand excluding Auckland level of inventory fall by 0.6% from 17,465 in February 2017 to 17,355 in February 2018.
Regions with the biggest falls in inventory were:
• Hawke’s Bay – down 16.4%
• Gisborne – down 12.6%
• West Coast – down 12.9%
• Taranaki – down 12.4%
• Southland – down 10.8%.
The Hawke’s Bay region only has 7 weeks’ inventory available to those looking to purchase in the area – the lowest level of inventory in 10 months.
Price Bands
Between February 2017 and February 2018, the number of homes sold for less than $500,000 across New Zealand fell from 50.2% of the market (3,163 properties) to 46.0% of the market (2,930 properties) which is reflected by the overall increasing median price. However, at the upper end of the market, the percentage of $1 million plus properties sold increased from 11.4% of the market to 13% of the market.
“Taking time to analyse the price bands on a regional basis helps to understand why Gisborne was one of the only regions to experience a decrease in median price during February. The number of properties sold in the $500,000 to $750,000 bracket was only 3.8% in February 2018 compared to 11.1% in February 2017. Additionally, the number of properties in the $250,000 to $499,999 bracket increased from 50.8% to 62.3% - thereby decreasing the overall median price for the region,” concludes Norwell.
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NEXT WEEK communities across the country will be taking time out to get to know their neighbours as part of the ninth Neighbours Day Aotearoa. What are your plans for the weekend? Have you planned your own event? Make sure you register your event at neighboursdayaotearoa.org
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