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1434 days ago

Open Homes: A necessary nightmare

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

So, I spent a weekend hitting the open homes and seeing what it's like to try to buy as a solo person. Folks, it's tough out there... As an older, single person, it's really tough. Take a look at how I found "the churn" and let me know how it compares to your experience.

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1429 days ago

House Painting interior or exterior

Michael Wenzel from Pictorem Tauranga Painters

Hi there,
give us a call if you would like to get smaller paint jobs done before Christmas we can come and give you a free quote today!
Call Joachim on 027 584 3221.

1429 days ago

Delivery/Moving Services

Devan from Smart Express Tauranga

Another Happy Customer. If you want to experience our award-winning service for yourself, get a quote today.

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1429 days ago

Are you having technology problems?

Kevin from Athena Solutions & Services Ltd

Are you having computer or IT related issues? are you fed up with things not working when they should? are you looking for affordable, friendly and local IT and technology support?
If so please get in touch.

No job too small, just give me a call - Kevin 022 3521 402

I come to you and specialize … View more
Are you having computer or IT related issues? are you fed up with things not working when they should? are you looking for affordable, friendly and local IT and technology support?
If so please get in touch.

No job too small, just give me a call - Kevin 022 3521 402

I come to you and specialize in providing one to one support and I pride myself on being easy to talk to, flexible and affordable.

I am a Microsoft certified professional. I can advise, train and support problems with computers, laptops, smartphones and TV's. Internet, email and social media problems as well as lots more.

I am also a WordPress and SQL database specialist and can develop and support your business website and database.

Look out for me driving around your area and give me a wave!
Cheers Kevin
0223 521 402
www.athenasolutions.co.nz...

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1440 days ago

Council making changes-PC27. please email: rejectplan27bop@gmail.com

Jacki from Tauriko

Subject: URGENT HELP - PC27 impacts everyone please read and submit against these Council changes

Dear Residents of Tauranga,

If you haven’t heard about Council’s Flood Plan 27 then you need to read this immediately:

PC27 significantly restricts the use of impacted properties through … View more
Subject: URGENT HELP - PC27 impacts everyone please read and submit against these Council changes

Dear Residents of Tauranga,

If you haven’t heard about Council’s Flood Plan 27 then you need to read this immediately:

PC27 significantly restricts the use of impacted properties through requiring consents for any property upgrades/changes (including minor fences and ground level changes) and in many cases eliminates the ability for property upgrades/development (eg parking, office, house extension, pool or BQ areas). This is because PC27 establishes each individual property as “part of the storm water system” instead of designing a storm water solution to manage flooding. By restricting property use Council pushes drainage cost and responsibility of storm water on to individual property owners who must install engineering designed stormwater drainage to “protect the storm water system” when any minor upgrade/development is made to their property.
If this was not insulting enough, PC27 means Council receives an easement in their favour over the flood area – effectively taking control of your property. This represents an alarming precedent of infringement on property owners rights and entitlements.
Property values will be negatively impact as PC27 “risks and restrictions” are recorded on LIM reports, once a property is identified with these risks insurance is more difficult and bank loans more difficult – similar to leaky homes – PC27 properties become higher risk and lending may be restricted (eg higher equity/deposit) further reducing property value
PC27 enables Council to avoid its fundamental responsibility – flood protection through stormwater management. Flooding issues are unfairly represented in existing/longstanding suburbs, and reflects the long term and ongoing lack of stormwater and drainage investment in these areas.
The timeframe for public consultation is extremely short for such a significant issue less than 5 weeks submissions are due by 18 December 2020.
Beware Council say the flood mapping will change – your property is not safe – even if no flooding is on your property now – it could be included anytime there is an update. Meaning any change in the model assumptions (rain frequency, volume etc) would mean your property is now unable to be developed or upgraded. Make a submission now – protect your right to a storm water system that does not take away your right to use your property.
Comments:

The avoidance of responsibility is severe with Councilor Larry Baldock stating that “some areas of Tauranga need to be retreated from” which means Council are happy for property owners to lose the entire value of their properties. Councilor Baldock said he didn’t want the council to be lumped with flooding claims from impacted properties. It isn’t acceptable for Council to place a 'risk notice on the property' and then say 'we’ve protected you now so we don’t have to do anything else'. Why not fix the real problem and upgrade the stormwater system? In new subdivisions all the storm water flows down the road or in to specific catchments - BECAUSE IT IS DESIGNED TO DO THAT. We want the same for all areas of Tauranga. It is possible, there are many alternatives.

Further, why is the flood event risk set so high? What are the alternatives? Why are these not open for public consultation? Why is Council hiding behind a plan change instead of addressing the real issues?

Why is the consultation time so short? Why is it right on Christmas time? Why is it being announced during a Mayoral resignation? Could it be to make sure that the people of Tauranga are too preoccupied to notice such a significant change? Could it be that Council doesn’t want anyone to notice such underhanded behaviour until it is too late?

The ONLY way to oppose this change is through a written submission and your right to an oral submission is VITALLY important. We don't have much time, don't hesitate to send an email right now and get help to submit against PC27.

Email your name, address and phone number to rejectplan27bop@gmail.com we are preparing templates and can offer help in submitting against PC27. I will email you a copy as soon as it is ready (I am one person so it isn't finished yet). Any offers of help to deliver pamphlets and get the word out to everyone would be appreciated. This is a COLLECTIVE issue. Everyone in Tauranga is impacted. Let's stand up for a REAL SOLUTION - we want a stormwater system that works for ALL

1429 days ago

Sustainable shopping for every whānau

The Warehouse

A more sustainable Aotearoa begins with the choices each Kiwi makes, and our customers have asked us to help make them those choices easier when they’re shopping for their families.

At The Warehouse, you’ll find an ever-growing range of products that are kinder to our planet.

Right now … View more
A more sustainable Aotearoa begins with the choices each Kiwi makes, and our customers have asked us to help make them those choices easier when they’re shopping for their families.

At The Warehouse, you’ll find an ever-growing range of products that are kinder to our planet.

Right now we’re at 8,000 and counting – and with 5,000 of them available for just $20 or less, sustainable is more affordable than ever.
Find out more

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1429 days ago

Christmas Gift for the Man in your Life

Joy from Papamoa Beach

Large Wall Clock
Made from Genuine USA Number Plates. A choice of stock available.

Ph 0276559593

Price: $49

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1430 days ago

Lost Cat

Julia from Bellevue

Havac our cat went missing about 3 months ago. Last week I thought I saw him on Margaret road. He may be with another family. We miss him so much. My phone number is 0275703015

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1454 days ago

Have your say on the proposed plan changes

Communications from Tauranga City Council

Plan change open days start on Monday!

10 open days will be held to discuss the proposed plan changes on housing choice, flooding from intense rainfall and earthworks. Council staff will be on hand to answer your questions.

Find an open day near you – next week, we’re in Greerton, Arataki, … View more
Plan change open days start on Monday!

10 open days will be held to discuss the proposed plan changes on housing choice, flooding from intense rainfall and earthworks. Council staff will be on hand to answer your questions.

Find an open day near you – next week, we’re in Greerton, Arataki, Otumoetai, Bethlehem, city centre and Tauriko.

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1430 days ago

Garage sale 73 Matua rd. on Sunday 13 Dec.

Friederike from Matua

Everything under $10 now and heaps of $1 or $2 deals.
All has must go 😊

1430 days ago

Successful businesses are built on trust

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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Neighbourly - a local social … View more
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1430 days ago

Garage sale 73 Matua rd. on Sunday 13 Dec. from 9am onwards

Friederike from Matua

Come and check it out!

Garage sale @ 73 Matua rd. from 9am Sunday 13 Dec.:

Household goods, bric-a-brac, clothing, toys, garage items.

Come and have a bargain 😊

Negotiable

1431 days ago

Sunday Lunch- Princes' Gate Hotel, Rotorua

Lyn from Welcome Bay

As usual, we really enjoyed our Christmas Sunday Lunch at Princes' Gate Hotel in Rotorua, last weekend. Great food & the usual great service. Was hard to choose between the Manuka-smoked Champagne Ham glazed with maple & rum or the Apricot, Cranberry & Rosemary-stuffed sous-vide … View moreAs usual, we really enjoyed our Christmas Sunday Lunch at Princes' Gate Hotel in Rotorua, last weekend. Great food & the usual great service. Was hard to choose between the Manuka-smoked Champagne Ham glazed with maple & rum or the Apricot, Cranberry & Rosemary-stuffed sous-vide Turkey Breast. So nice to have Christmas pudding with custard again. The scales are groaning a bit this week!

1432 days ago

Interested in bitcoin and/or forex?

Dina from Mount Maunganui

Looking at bitcoin and or forex???
HAVE I GOT SOMETHING NEW TO SHOW YOU!!!

PH/ tx 021 109 2471 now :)
Dina

1432 days ago
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