October is Blind Low Vision Month
DID YOU KNOW? 1 in 5 NZers may experience blindness or low vision in their lifetime but only 10% of published information is available in formats accessible to people who are blind, deaf-blind or have low vision. 👩🦯👨🦯
That's why REA (Real Estate Authority) have published key consumer guides in e-braillie, audio and large print formats to support blind, deaf-blind and low vision communities to ensure that all real estate consumers across NZ are fully supported and have confidence in their real estate buying and selling journey.
The new guides include:
The Residential Sale and Purchase Agreement
The Residential Agency Agreement
The Real Estate Buying Journey
REA’s Complaints and Disciplinary Process
📱 Get in touch for the links to these guides
Share info with someone who would benefit from these guides 👏
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
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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59.8% Yes, supporting people is important!
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25.9% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.4% ... It is complicated
A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜
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?
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
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