2712 days ago

Are you a landlord with vacant property?

Caroline Williams Reporter from Rodney Times

We recently reported on a Torbay landlord who after a quick supermarket trip found teenagers planning a party inside his vacant rental property. Let us know in the comments if you have had a similar experience, or you can email me at caroline.williams@stuff.co.nz. Please put NFP if you don't want your comment to be published.

Police aren't aware of a spike in rental property break-ins on the North Shore, but suggest that landlords:
• Keep windows and doors locked
• Maintain a "lived-in" appearance on empty properties
• Keep trees and bushes tidy so burglars can't hide in them
• Use good quality locks and a reputable locksmith
• Install sensor lights
• Keep garden sheds and garages secure.

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4 days ago

A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!

If you multiply this number by any other number, the answer will always be the same. What number is this?

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3 days ago

Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙

One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.

So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?

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Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
  • 59.1% Yes, supporting people is important!
    59.1% Complete
  • 25.4% No, individuals should take responsibility
    25.4% Complete
  • 15.5% ... It is complicated
    15.5% Complete
723 votes
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10 hours ago

Paper Bags

Maryanne from Orewa

If you have any spare paper bags we would gratefully accept these at Red Cross Ōrewa.

Don’t forget we are open 9am-5pm today and have lots of lovely gifts to choose from for you or your loved one this Valentines Day.💕

See us behind McDonald’s in Hillary Square, Orewa