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1932 days ago

Driveways driven away by new rule

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

A move to free up more land for new builds is likely to see fewer driveways and garages in modern housing, in a move some say could have New Zealand looking like Coronation Street.

Councils across the country must scrap planning rules that require car parks to be put down near new … View more
Hi neighbours,

A move to free up more land for new builds is likely to see fewer driveways and garages in modern housing, in a move some say could have New Zealand looking like Coronation Street.

Councils across the country must scrap planning rules that require car parks to be put down near new housing or business developments, under newly released housing guidelines.

The change comes as the Government looks to encourage development, in part by freeing up land held up by car parks, under its new National Policy Statement for urban development.

Property developer Phil Robinson said scrapping car park rules was a “big change”, but he was unsure if it was a “big win”.

What do you think of having more new builds in your area with fewer driveways and garages?

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1930 days ago

Should first home buyers get more Government help?

Katy Jones Reporter from The Nelson Mail

As house prices march ever upwards, first home buyers call for property price caps in the First Home Grant to rise as well. Houses under the current $500,000 cap for existing homes in the region are getting harder to come by, with first home buyers (FHB) facing competition from investors for the … View moreAs house prices march ever upwards, first home buyers call for property price caps in the First Home Grant to rise as well. Houses under the current $500,000 cap for existing homes in the region are getting harder to come by, with first home buyers (FHB) facing competition from investors for the properties - which often need work. Do you think FHB should to able to use the grant if they buy homes for over $500,000?

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1930 days ago

Are schools helping children to learn to read in the best way?

Katy Jones Reporter from The Nelson Mail

Experts are split on how to reverse dropping literacy rates in New Zealand schools. Some say decoding words - systematic phonics - should be the main approach in children in the early years of primary school. Others say it should be one in a range of strategies. What do you think?

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1930 days ago

"Learn to Kayak"

Vincent from The Wood

Nelson Canoe Club is offering a beginners kayaking course for those interested in progressing to Sea Kayaking or White Water Kayaking. Classes begin Tuesday, 6 October, 6.30pm. For more information see Nelson Canoe Club at www.nelsonkayakers.co.nz... or phone Vince, 0274327440.

1930 days ago

See how our Houseplant Hero runnerup Hollie Procter fits all her plants into her tiny home!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

“So I would say it’s possible I might have the most plants per square metre,” she quips.

1931 days ago

Your thoughts on making Matariki a public holiday

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Labour will make Matariki New Zealand's 12th public holiday from 2022 if re-elected, Jacinda Ardern has announced.

The new winter public holiday would fall at some point during the Matariki period, with an expectation that it would always happen on either a Monday or a Friday.… View more
Hi neighbours,

Labour will make Matariki New Zealand's 12th public holiday from 2022 if re-elected, Jacinda Ardern has announced.

The new winter public holiday would fall at some point during the Matariki period, with an expectation that it would always happen on either a Monday or a Friday.

The policy announcement follows a series of public campaigns for Matariki, which acts as the Māori New Year, to be recognised.

We want to hear your thoughts about Matariki becoming a public holiday. Do you support the idea, or are you against it? Perhaps you have a counter proposal.

Share your thoughts here.

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1931 days ago

New youth pop-up park set for Spring opening

Tim Newman Reporter from The Nelson Mail

Nelson's new youth pop-up park on Halifax St will include a pump track, basketball court, and imagination playground, along with other activities.

Set to stay in town for at least the next two years, the park is aimed at providing more activities for kids in the city centre.

What other … View more
Nelson's new youth pop-up park on Halifax St will include a pump track, basketball court, and imagination playground, along with other activities.

Set to stay in town for at least the next two years, the park is aimed at providing more activities for kids in the city centre.

What other things could council do to make the CBD more kid-friendly? Let us know in the comments section below.

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1931 days ago

guinea pig

Sylvia from Toi Toi - Washington Valley

Hi all,

any guinea pigs for sale?
Thanks

J
1931 days ago

Double bed innerspring base and mattress, firm.

Jim from Hira

Length 1885mm x 1385mm wide.
Clean and tidy condition.
$325.00 ONO
Contact Ngaire on 022 5390500 or 03 5390500 for further details.
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Price: $325

1931 days ago

window cleaning

Phillip from Captain Clean Window Cleaning after hours work place cleaning

windows cleaned anybody ? It's a great time of the year to get them done call me on 022 029 1793

1932 days ago

Face Masks medical grade supplies to your door

Craig from barsafenet.com

Proud to be Kiwi we are supporting our NZ communities by delivering certified Masks, touch free dispensers and locally made quality hand sanitizer.
Check us out at barsafenet.com or email barsafenet@outlook.com

1932 days ago

Time to re-think pine forestry in Nelson?

Tim Newman Reporter from The Nelson Mail

Nelson City Councillor Rachel Sanson is pushing for council to move away from clear cutting pine forestry, and towards selective logging and native forests - saying the economic and environmental costs outweighed the benefits.

Currently pine plantations comprise the majority of the council's… View more
Nelson City Councillor Rachel Sanson is pushing for council to move away from clear cutting pine forestry, and towards selective logging and native forests - saying the economic and environmental costs outweighed the benefits.

Currently pine plantations comprise the majority of the council's 640ha forestry assets, although in 2018 a decision was made to retire 140ha and replant them in permanent native forest.

What do you think council should do with its forestry assets in the future? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.

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1932 days ago

Bit Coin enthusiasts

Phillip from Captain Clean Window Cleaning after hours work place cleaning

Craig has suggested that we have a meet up in Richmond coffee shop to discuss forming a local bitcoin community I think it is a fabulous idea would anyone else be keen ?

1933 days ago

Source Quality Yearling Bulls

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PGG Wrightson Livestock Genetics combine decades of hands-on rural experience with the most comprehensive data available.

We … View more
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PGG Wrightson Livestock Genetics combine decades of hands-on rural experience with the most comprehensive data available.

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If you’re looking for better business results, then view upcoming PGG Wrightson Yearling Bull Sales around New Zealand.
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1934 days ago

This is a message from Nelson Marlborough Health

Nelson Tasman Marlborough

During Alert Level 2, it’s still important that you get tested if you have symptoms, so that we know it’s not COVID-19. Contact your GP or a community-based assessment centre for a free test.

For information about symptoms, how and where to get tested, hospital visitor rules during Alert … View more
During Alert Level 2, it’s still important that you get tested if you have symptoms, so that we know it’s not COVID-19. Contact your GP or a community-based assessment centre for a free test.

For information about symptoms, how and where to get tested, hospital visitor rules during Alert Level 2 and more, go to: www.nmdhb.govt.nz/covid-19
Find out more

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