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2431 days ago

A beginner's guide to upcycling

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Whether you're motivated by a tight budget or a desire for one-off pieces, if you like the idea of upcycling check out our beginner's guide for some top tips to get started.

We asked some upcycling experts to share their secrets on what works and what doesn't to breathe new life … View more
Whether you're motivated by a tight budget or a desire for one-off pieces, if you like the idea of upcycling check out our beginner's guide for some top tips to get started.

We asked some upcycling experts to share their secrets on what works and what doesn't to breathe new life into pre-loved treasures. We'd love to see the results of your own upcycling projects - you can share your before and after pics here. And don't forget you can enter them in Neighbourly's Upcycling awards too!

2431 days ago

Poll: Do you have a written employment agreement?

Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand

Having a written employment agreement is the law. Even if you don’t have one, there are some minimum employment rights that everyone is entitled to. We’re here to help you know what your rights are and what to do if they aren’t being met. Call 0800 367 222 (0800 FOR CAB) for help or visit our… View moreHaving a written employment agreement is the law. Even if you don’t have one, there are some minimum employment rights that everyone is entitled to. We’re here to help you know what your rights are and what to do if they aren’t being met. Call 0800 367 222 (0800 FOR CAB) for help or visit our website www.cab.org.nz... for details about CAB services in your neighbourhood.

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Do you have a written employment agreement?
  • 70.6% Yes, I have a written employment agreement
    70.6% Complete
  • 9.1% No, I do not have a written employment agreement
    9.1% Complete
  • 11.3% No, I am not in paid work
    11.3% Complete
  • 6.8% No, I am an independent contractor
    6.8% Complete
  • 2.2% Other
    2.2% Complete
857 votes
2432 days ago

The best renovations to boost property values

Lodge Real Estate - City

If you’re looking to sell your house, but it needs a do-up to increase your property value and get people through the door. Even if you’ve mapped out a budget, it can be tricky to know where to start. Which renovations add the most value?

These are the home improvements known to bring the … View more
If you’re looking to sell your house, but it needs a do-up to increase your property value and get people through the door. Even if you’ve mapped out a budget, it can be tricky to know where to start. Which renovations add the most value?

These are the home improvements known to bring the best return and boost your property price:

INSULATION
If you’ve ever lived in a freezing house in the middle of winter, you’ll understand why insulation is such a big draw card. Which would you rather: sitting on the sofa in jeans and a sweater, or turning into a living michelin man/woman with five layers, gloves, beanie and two pairs of woolly socks (and still being cold)?

Insulation makes a home both comfortable and livable, so much so that from 1 July 2019 it will be compulsory in all rental homes. A well-insulated home also makes for an energy efficient home too. With less heat escaping, the less need you’ll have for heaters or a heat pump, which means lower power bills. It could be partly why midrange attic insulation in the US generates the best return on investment (107 per cent).

KITCHEN
A kitchen is more than a cooking space, it is a gathering point in many a home—especially for families and people who like to entertain. While we have no figures specific to New Zealand, in Australia a kitchen remodel can increase a property’s value as much as AUD $50,000 to $60,000.

The bad news is kitchens can be expensive. In New Zealand, a basic kitchen remodel can range from $10,000 to $30,000, so research the current value of your home and how much you it can sell it for with a redone kitchen. It may turn out to be more cost effective to do minor work such as repainting, changing the cupboard doors and handles, and installing new work surfaces, rather than a full gut and refresh.

BATHROOM
After the kitchen, a bathroom can be the second most cash-draining renovation you can make, but it can make a difference—not just on the resale value of a house, but also because it attracts more buyers.

Modernising a bathroom and ridding it of scunge, grime and mould can instantly draw a greater crowd of buyers. What’s more, they’ll be willing to pay top dollar for the convenience of moving into home that doesn’t need any work. If the budget is tight, replace the tapware, toilet and sink—in that order.

ADD A DECK
An outside deck can expand your home’s usable space and increase your home’s value by up to 30 per cent. Price will depend on the size and material you use. As a guide, a 20m2 deck can range from $3,400 to $12,100. Just keep in mind that if it is going to be over 1.5m high, you’ll need to get building consent before you start.

KERB APPEAL
First impressions count. That’s why kerb appeal - how your house looks from the street - continues to play a large role in generating strong returns. This includes replacing and/or changing garage doors, main entry doors, fences, windows, cladding, and sliding doors.
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2432 days ago

Fundraise

Jenny from South Taupo

Holden Street Smart are looking for a group/club or organisation to make a great donation too in exchange for assisting us with coaching our Youth Driver Programme we are running at Taupo Motorsport Park on Tuesday 24th April 2018. We are looking for 4 people from 7.30am – 4.30pm all coaching … View moreHolden Street Smart are looking for a group/club or organisation to make a great donation too in exchange for assisting us with coaching our Youth Driver Programme we are running at Taupo Motorsport Park on Tuesday 24th April 2018. We are looking for 4 people from 7.30am – 4.30pm all coaching will be included and this can be an ongoing fundraising event for the right group. Please email Jenny on jenny@holdenstreetsmart.co.nz for further details

2433 days ago

*New Competition* Ready, steady... UPCYCLE!

Resene

Calling all creative cookies and DIY devotees! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we wanna see your creations!
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Calling all creative cookies and DIY devotees! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we wanna see your creations!

Submit your entry in the very first Resene Upcycling Awards by sharing your upcycled masterpiece with your neighbours. Of course, there are goodies to be won including four prizes up for grabs worth $500 (plus spot prizes). Multiple entries are welcome - don't forget to include your before and after pics and mention any Resene products you've used!
Submit a masterpiece

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2433 days ago

goats milk soap with lavender essences and other.

Muriel from South Taupo

different sizes and different prices.
prices rang from 2 dollars to 5 dollars
great for people with problem skins;
ph Muriel 0274385297 evening please.

Negotiable

2441 days ago

Poll: Taupō Women and Children's homeless shelter

Steph Rangi Reporter from Taupō Times

A Rotorua-based charity are looking to open a homeless shelter and drop-in centre for women and children in Taupō before winter hits.

What do you think of the idea?

*Note: Type NFP if you don't want your comments considered for publication.

READ MORE www.stuff.co.nz...

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Taupō Women and Children's homeless shelter
  • 94.7% Great idea
    94.7% Complete
  • 5.3% Not good
    5.3% Complete
19 votes
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2434 days ago

Free Staircase Handrail

Mike from South Taupo

Wooden handrail with fittings approximately 5 metres long.
Free for collection.

Free

2435 days ago

Do you have a caring heart and room in your home?

Ministry for Children, Oranga Tamariki

We are looking for people from all walks of life: couples, singles, families, city and rural dwellers who can provide care for children aged 8 to 18 years who have experienced loss and trauma in their lives. Providing connections to culture is vital so we are looking for caregivers in the Waikato … View moreWe are looking for people from all walks of life: couples, singles, families, city and rural dwellers who can provide care for children aged 8 to 18 years who have experienced loss and trauma in their lives. Providing connections to culture is vital so we are looking for caregivers in the Waikato from a range of cultural backgrounds. We are looking for caregivers who can provide day time, home for life, respite care, long term, short term and emergency overnight care.

If you are interested in becoming a caregiver please contact:

Joel Hastings 0508 (FAMILY) or 029 341 3765 or email Joel.Hastings@mvcot.govt.nz

Rhonda Mitchell 0508 (FAMILY) or 029 472 7371 or email Rhonda.Mitchell@mvcot.govt.nz
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2435 days ago

How to get a good night's sleep?

Patney

Happy World Sleep Day neighbours! Or is it? At Patney we believe a good night’s sleep is key to finding the energy to live your life to the fullest, so on World Sleep Day we're here to talk about snoring!

Anyone can be affected by snoring, at any time in their lives. Patney’s founder … View more
Happy World Sleep Day neighbours! Or is it? At Patney we believe a good night’s sleep is key to finding the energy to live your life to the fullest, so on World Sleep Day we're here to talk about snoring!

Anyone can be affected by snoring, at any time in their lives. Patney’s founder Frances Anderson has experienced first-hand the impact snoring can have on your energy levels, confidence and happiness.

Frances spent years searching for an effective way to control her snoring, to no avail. Fed up and exhausted, Frances set out on a journey to create her own solution. The Patney sleep positioner is the result of an intensive research, development and testing process.

Frances sought independent validation of the Patney sleep positioner through the University of Otago. The independent study proved the Patney sleep positioner is an effective way to control snoring.

No one should have to put up with snoring. Take a look at Patney and experience the benefits a good night’s sleep can bring. We offer a 30-day money back guarantee, so on World Sleep Day you can celebrate having had a great night's sleep!
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2436 days ago

Food bank

Pascale from Gisborne District

Do we have a food bank in Gizzy?
An organisation, a place, where food businesses can bring their edible leftovers to be given away?
Or better these to come and pick them up from businesses?
A Love Food Hate Waste type of initiative?

2436 days ago

Traffic lights at the Norman Smith St intersection?

Reporter Taupō Times

The proposal is one of 12 suggestions on how to improve the flow of traffic at the northern entry to Taupō town.

>> What do you think about the 12 suggestions?
>> Which ones do you think could work?
>> Which ones don't sound right?

Note: Please write NFP beside your… View more
The proposal is one of 12 suggestions on how to improve the flow of traffic at the northern entry to Taupō town.

>> What do you think about the 12 suggestions?
>> Which ones do you think could work?
>> Which ones don't sound right?

Note: Please write NFP beside your comment if you don't want it to appear in a news article.

The proposed solutions are part of the Taupō District Council's Long-term Plan -- and the public are invited to share their views on the proposal.

See:
www.taupodc.govt.nz...

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