2613 days ago

ACC legal bills skyrocket, creating an 'uneven playing field' for claimants

Reporter Sunday Star Times

ACC legal spending has doubled in five years, jumping from $3.8 million in 2011 to $7.9m last year.

However, many injured Kiwis seeking to dispute rejected claims are concerned ACC is using private attorneys to outsmart them.

Russel Watts, 50, from Taupo, said he postponed his review earlier this week after he found out he'd be facing off against a senior corporate attorney from Wellington.

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1 day ago

What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.

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1 day ago

Resene October sale on now!

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1 day ago

Rumplestiltskin

Steve from Taradale

PRE AUDITION MEETING FOR RUMPLESTILTSKIN
The Pre audition meeting for our next Pantomime will be on Friday 29 November 2024 at 7pm. Venue: The Frivs Hall at 104c Latham Street opp the Menz Shed. Come along and find out about this production and the roles available. Looking for people from 7years old to 80 years. Lots of roles big and small. On stage first week of the April 2025 School Holidays.
For further information text: Steve Driver 0277566303