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If you have a child - even if they don't live with you - you should appoint a 'testamentary guardian' - someone who will replace you as one of your child's guardians, if you die. Usually people do that as part of their will.
Death - you don't want to think about it? Well, … View moreIf you have a child - even if they don't live with you - you should appoint a 'testamentary guardian' - someone who will replace you as one of your child's guardians, if you die. Usually people do that as part of their will.
Death - you don't want to think about it? Well, it happens! (Road toll, workplace accidents, whatever.)
If it happens to you, things will be much worse for your parents and your child's mother, if you haven't made a will and therefore you leave them with huge legal hassles at what will already be an awful time.
Write your own will if you want to. Or download an online one. Or go to a lawyer or the Public Trust. Whatever. Just do it!
(Guardians are responsible for the big decisions in a child's life. The mother is one guardian. Nowadays most fathers are automatically guardians by law. Even if they are not, they can still appoint a testamentary guardian.)
Kiwilaw's online $69 will includes appointing a testamentary guardian. You could use it to do a basic will now, download it, print it, sign in front of 2 independent adult witnesses. Appoint a parent or sibling or partner as executor, and a friend as backup executor. Leave everything to your partner or child/ren. Appoint a testamentary guardian. Keep it that simple.
Then revise it in a few days' time - no extra charge - if you want to go into more detail about your property, etc.
Please, just do it. Somehow, just do it. Today would be good. (Photo is from iStock.)
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hi My name is Deb Ward, I was wondering if anyone is interested in giving me a chance of looking after older people, I am a mother of 4 growen kids, and 10 grandchildren. I have been caring for my mother of 86 yrs young, and would be very privileged to meet other ppls of any age, to help with … View morehi My name is Deb Ward, I was wondering if anyone is interested in giving me a chance of looking after older people, I am a mother of 4 growen kids, and 10 grandchildren. I have been caring for my mother of 86 yrs young, and would be very privileged to meet other ppls of any age, to help with whateva it may be, even a ear to listen 2. I have many skills that i mite be able 2 help with. If you have a interest in talking with me, give me a call. 0278067058
My son is selling his car as follows:
"Wonderful Toyota Auris hatchback.
We've had this wee gem for two years and it continually serves us well. We're selling as we now need something bigger to fit the growing family.
Up-to-date WOF, rego and Toyota service.
One minor flaw is … View moreMy son is selling his car as follows:
"Wonderful Toyota Auris hatchback.
We've had this wee gem for two years and it continually serves us well. We're selling as we now need something bigger to fit the growing family.
Up-to-date WOF, rego and Toyota service.
One minor flaw is the very small dent near the petrol cap from a trailer being backed into it!
Any questions please ask"
This offer ends today! For 75 years, NZ Gardener has been sharing great gardening advice and amazing New Zealand gardens, DIY projects, seasonal recipes and preserves and more. For the month of September we’d like to offer our Neighbourly audience a special offer for a one-year subscription at … View moreThis offer ends today! For 75 years, NZ Gardener has been sharing great gardening advice and amazing New Zealand gardens, DIY projects, seasonal recipes and preserves and more. For the month of September we’d like to offer our Neighbourly audience a special offer for a one-year subscription at $75. Use the promo code NZGN75.
The Greens have announced support for voting at 16.
Green party co-leader James Shaw said he saw "switched on" young people demanding to be heard by politicians. They were desperately unhappy about the decisions political leaders were making about their futures.
What do you think?
If you know a young person who wants a career with variety, a good income and the potential to be their own boss, then getting a trade is a smart move.
At Ara Institute of Canterbury we've got lots of trades courses starting in Christchurch and Timaru in February. Options include … View moreIf you know a young person who wants a career with variety, a good income and the potential to be their own boss, then getting a trade is a smart move.
At Ara Institute of Canterbury we've got lots of trades courses starting in Christchurch and Timaru in February. Options include painting & decorating, electrical & engineering, plumbing & gasfitting, construction, carpentry & joinery, motor industry trades and He Toki and Pasifika trades training.
Students learn from inspirational mentors in real-life learning environments and get lots of hands-on experience to prepare for the workplace.
To find out more visit our website or call 0800 24 24 76
Please join us and help us raise money for I AM HOPE
Sunday 6 October 10.30am....8km
Start / finish at Snap Fitness Rangiora
Hi neighbours, as replicated in many parts of the country, climate change, drinking water and waterways are key topics for voters in North Canterbury.
What do you think are the key issues facing Waimakariri and Hurunui today?
A mansion for sale in Canterbury is being reduced in price by $15,000 every week it doesn't sell.
The five-bedroom, three-bathroom Georgian villa in Hanmer Springs was listed at $1,695,000 two weeks ago and is down to $1,665,000.
Harcourts real estate agent Harley Manion said it was an … View moreA mansion for sale in Canterbury is being reduced in price by $15,000 every week it doesn't sell.
The five-bedroom, three-bathroom Georgian villa in Hanmer Springs was listed at $1,695,000 two weeks ago and is down to $1,665,000.
Harcourts real estate agent Harley Manion said it was an unusual method, but he wanted to try something different
This weekend, Cathedral Square will host Explore Antarctica – a family fun day to welcome the international programmes and showcase the city’s wealth of Antarctic connections.
Saturday 5th October will give you:
SNOW! This is your chance to get your hands on snow in the central city and … View moreThis weekend, Cathedral Square will host Explore Antarctica – a family fun day to welcome the international programmes and showcase the city’s wealth of Antarctic connections.
Saturday 5th October will give you:
SNOW! This is your chance to get your hands on snow in the central city and build your own snowman!
❄️ A taste of the icy continent: from crowd-favourite 🐶 Huskies on-site lapping up the attention to exploring the all-terrain Hagglund vehicles 🚍 used down on the ice.
🎬 Antarctic footage will be showing
😎 Scavenger hunts to excite young explorers.
👍 Antarctic heroes will come to life,
🎁 Children are encouraged to dress up like their favourite explorer (past or present) to be in to win a major prize pack of Antarctic themed goodies.
Let’s celebrate Christchurch as one of only five Antarctic Gateways in the world.
Come along for a FREE, FUN Antarctic themed day on Saturday 5 October in Cathedral Square.
3 bedroom house available to rent immediately.Not suitable for pets or children. $425 per week but negotiable to the right tenant.Must have references and in employment.Contact the owner, 021355075 and the property is on Fernside road.
Lace patterns always look beautiful. Turn this glass vase from plain to pretty with a lace effect and a Resene testpot.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.
Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself
From Monday through to Thursday 4 pm, THOMAS AND FRIENDS will be at the Kaiapoi library for children to operate. Only 50 cents per drive. We will also have diorama kits to buy for children to make up.
This is another community activity by the NORTH CANTERBURY MODEL RAILWAY CLUB Inc.
Hi neighbours - have you been targeted by burglars?
Police are urging people to be vigilant after a spate of burglaries across Christchurch.
Police have noticed a number of unsecured properties and goods, and encourage basic security measures. This includes ensuring homes and vehicles are … View moreHi neighbours - have you been targeted by burglars?
Police are urging people to be vigilant after a spate of burglaries across Christchurch.
Police have noticed a number of unsecured properties and goods, and encourage basic security measures. This includes ensuring homes and vehicles are always locked when not in use and valuables are removed or out of sight.
Click here for more tips.
Finest german porcelain bought in the 1980's but still available new. Gracious styling made for Christmas Day and special events. My daughter has different taste and I've been carting it around hoping for a change of mind.
Pricing is difficult but I think $600 negotiable.
Photos … View moreFinest german porcelain bought in the 1980's but still available new. Gracious styling made for Christmas Day and special events. My daughter has different taste and I've been carting it around hoping for a change of mind.
Pricing is difficult but I think $600 negotiable.
Photos don't do it justice. Its a creamy white base colour
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