Rents skyrocket
Morena kiritata,
Manawatū-Whanganui rents have hit a record high during the coronavirus lockdown.
Trade Me's latest Rental Price Index showed the average rent in the region reached a record-breaking $420 per week in April, up 17 per cent from the same month in 2019.
With Palmerston North City Council expected to approve a rates rise of 1.95 per cent rents could increase again.
Are you worried?
Poll: Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?
With the government cracking down on gangs, it is now illegal for gang members to display their insignia in public places whether through clothing or their property.
This means arrests can be made if these patches are worn in places like restaurants, shops, on public transport or ferries, and on airplanes. Arrests were made recently at a funeral.
Do you think this ban is reasonable?
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76.3% Yes
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22.4% No
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1.3% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.
Working pool pumps
Has the above ground pool had it but the pump still works? I would like to buy it from you for a reasonable price. Any size considered. Cheers
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