HOUSEMATE WANTED
One good sized double room to share with quiet professional woman in her fifties and her cat. Animal lover and keen gardener. Levin. 1950's bungalow, old but cosey. 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom. Furnished. Just bring your own bedroom furniture. Big yard in back. Close to town & amenities. Must be quiet and clean-living, keep room clean, do own washing and help with housework. I don't use satelite TV (just use Netflix & Amazon Prime) , but there is a sky dish. Prefer working person, but ok if not, as long as you can pay your way. Cat ok, but sorry no dogs (my cat not used to them). $250.00 p/w + half of monthly power bill. Internet included. Must supply own food + any pet supplies. Phone: Anakya 021 025 86030
Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
An Auckland court has ruled a woman doesn’t have to contribute towards the cost of fixing a driveway she shares with 10 neighbours.
When thinking about fences, driveways or tree felling, for example, do you think all neighbours should have to pay if the improvements directly benefit them?
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82.8% Yes
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14.6% No
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2.6% Other - I'll share below
Poll: When should the tree go up? 🎄
From what we've heard, some Christmas trees are already being assembled and decorated.
What are your thoughts on the best time to get your Christmas tree up?
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4.6% Second half of November
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43.6% 1st December
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17.8% A week before Christmas
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33% Whenever you wish
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1.1% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite tomato recipe?
Kia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our February 2025 issue.