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The Trade Me Property Price Index shows the national average for October rising by 2.7% to $623,700 from September.
It's been lean pickings for buyers over the last five months, with little housing stock available nationwide, but October saw the market perk up with 30% more listings on the … View moreThe Trade Me Property Price Index shows the national average for October rising by 2.7% to $623,700 from September.
It's been lean pickings for buyers over the last five months, with little housing stock available nationwide, but October saw the market perk up with 30% more listings on the site than in September.
Trade Me Property head Nigel Jeffries says that this time of year is usually buoyant, but it's taken longer than usual for the market to kick into action.
“Usually by this time of year we expect to see the property market in full swing, but with the election in play it’s pushed everything back. We’re starting to see some of the movement we’d normally expect in this peak buying and selling season," he says.
Auckland property listings on Trade Me buck the downward trend revealed by the latest QV figures, rising by 2.2% from last year to $925,300.
“If we compare this with October 2010, we can see the massive changes in the Auckland property market over the past seven years. Since 2010, the number of houses for sale has dropped 58 per cent which has forced the average asking price up 88 per cent from a relatively tiny $487,250."
This trend is mirrored in the capital, with average asking prices surging 11.7% from last year.
“While Auckland has stalled in recent months, the capital’s property market has been surging ahead. It’s very common to see the bubble from a large property market spread - first it was the halo regions of Northland, Waikato and the Bay of Plenty and now Wellington looks to be the next cab off the rank. We’ve seen consistently strong growth and the market isn’t showing any signs of slowing."
The provinces also performed well in October, with record average prices in Hawke's Bay ($487,300), Manawatu ($309,700) and Waikato ($534,900). Marlborough in the South Island also broke its previous record, with an average asking price of $464,650.
Source: landlords.co.nz
Choose Kind is the movement inspired by the story, Wonder. The movement encourages people to create and spread more kindness in the world by inspiring people to practice random acts of kindness every day. Want to join the movement too? It’s easy.
Go to choosekind.org.nz and sign the pledge to … View moreChoose Kind is the movement inspired by the story, Wonder. The movement encourages people to create and spread more kindness in the world by inspiring people to practice random acts of kindness every day. Want to join the movement too? It’s easy.
Go to choosekind.org.nz and sign the pledge to show your commitment to start choosing kind. Don’t forget to share your pledge on your social channels and spread more kindness into your world! Check out movie trailer & NZ movie times now.
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Want to win tickets to see Wonder? We have 5 double passes to give away! Just like or thank this post and we'll put you in the draw! Winners contacted 4 December.
Neighbourly members - catch Santa at your local Harvey Norman this weekend. Head in store for your FREE 6”x4” photo with Santa between 11am – 2pm this Saturday and Sunday. Looking for the perfect gift for friends and family? How about a Santa Photo pack! … View moreNeighbourly members - catch Santa at your local Harvey Norman this weekend. Head in store for your FREE 6”x4” photo with Santa between 11am – 2pm this Saturday and Sunday. Looking for the perfect gift for friends and family? How about a Santa Photo pack! Find out more about Santa's visit now.
PS - Don’t forget about our Black Friday Deals available online and in store!
White Ribbon Family Fun Day THIS SUNDAY Harcourt Park, Upper Hutt gates open at 12:30pm. Free bouncy castles & roundabout, big bubble guy, face painting, free food and great artists to entertain all the family.
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CALLING ALL BOATIES: Boat Jumble Car Boot Sale is happening this Saturday 25th November!
Come on down to Seaview Marina and sell, swap or donate any unwanted boating/sailing/fishing gear! Anything boating related; from equipment to safety gear to books!
AND bring your life-jackets for a FREE … View moreCALLING ALL BOATIES: Boat Jumble Car Boot Sale is happening this Saturday 25th November!
Come on down to Seaview Marina and sell, swap or donate any unwanted boating/sailing/fishing gear! Anything boating related; from equipment to safety gear to books!
AND bring your life-jackets for a FREE check! Friendly Wellington Harbour staff will check your life-jackets for free, just look for their trailer!
For more info, email our Harbour Ranger on James.Allen@gw.govt.nz
The nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening this Sunday between 6pm and 7pm.
No need to sign up or download an app. Just check your phone is on them list of capable makes and models and ensure your updates are up to date.
www.civildefence.govt.nz...
St Joseph's Venturer Scouts are back for another year of lamington fundraising. This year they aim to sell 1000 dozen of the sweet treats and the lamington making is being done with the assistance of Matt and his team at Centa Bakery, Lower Hutt.
The lamingtons cost $15 a dozen and come in … View moreSt Joseph's Venturer Scouts are back for another year of lamington fundraising. This year they aim to sell 1000 dozen of the sweet treats and the lamington making is being done with the assistance of Matt and his team at Centa Bakery, Lower Hutt.
The lamingtons cost $15 a dozen and come in chocolate, raspberry or half and half. To order yours, call Gerald Carter on 527 7780
Do you have a broken iPhone sitting around your house collecting dust?
Why not give it to us and we can sell it for you! Message us today!
Depending on the state of the phone iPhone 6's can go for anywhere between $100-$300 Iphones 5's - $20-$100
Here is our Facebook page, were … View moreDo you have a broken iPhone sitting around your house collecting dust?
Why not give it to us and we can sell it for you! Message us today!
Depending on the state of the phone iPhone 6's can go for anywhere between $100-$300 Iphones 5's - $20-$100
Here is our Facebook page, were you are able to see what past phones have sold for www.facebook.com...
Please message me on neighbourly or on Facebook
White Ribbon Family Fun Day THIS SUNDAY 26th November at Harcourt Park, Upper Hutt gates open at 12:30pm. Free bouncy castles & roundabout, big bubble man, free food and great artists to entertain all the family.
Join the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra in a Christmas tradition. NZSO will be performing Handel’s masterpiece Messiah on Saturday 9 Dec at the Michael Fowler Centre. It will be a show-stopping experience not to be missed! Magnificent musical forces and a sparkling, festive score will end our … View moreJoin the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra in a Christmas tradition. NZSO will be performing Handel’s masterpiece Messiah on Saturday 9 Dec at the Michael Fowler Centre. It will be a show-stopping experience not to be missed! Magnificent musical forces and a sparkling, festive score will end our tremendous 2017 season in unforgettable style.
White Ribbon Family Fun Day THIS SUNDAY 26th November at Harcourt Park, Upper Hutt gates open at 12:30pm. Free bouncy castles & roundabout, free food and great artists to entertain all the family.
We're looking for the worst potholes in New Zealand. Comment on this post with a photo, and the details of where the worst one in your neighbourhood is. If you've reported it to the council, tell us the details so we can check it out. Please note that images and comments may be used as … View moreWe're looking for the worst potholes in New Zealand. Comment on this post with a photo, and the details of where the worst one in your neighbourhood is. If you've reported it to the council, tell us the details so we can check it out. Please note that images and comments may be used as part of a news story.
We've created a handy factsheet to help you decide what the best watering solution is for your garden.
Our top tips now the warmer weather has arrived are to:
• only water your garden if the soil is dry 10cm below the surface;
• only use what you need to; and
• focus your … View moreWe've created a handy factsheet to help you decide what the best watering solution is for your garden.
Our top tips now the warmer weather has arrived are to:
• only water your garden if the soil is dry 10cm below the surface;
• only use what you need to; and
• focus your efforts on plants that need water (vegie gardens) rather than worrying about the lawn.
Water patrols are now in place in Upper Hutt, to ensure people are following garden watering restrictions.
Restrictions are based on the odds and evens system, which allows Upper Hutt residents to use one unattended watering system (sprinkler, irrigation system, soaker hose), from 6-8am and 7-9pm, according to their street address and the date:
• Residents of odd numbered houses (eg 1, 13, 57) can water on odd numbered days (eg 1st, 15th, 23rd) of the month, between 6am and 8am, and 7pm and 9pm only.
• Residents of even numbered houses (eg 2, 4, 12) can water on even numbered days (eg 2nd, 6th and 24th) of the month, between 6am and 8am, and 7pm and 9pm only.
If you'd like more tips about water conservation, visit www.wellingtonwater.co.nz...
White Ribbon Family Fun Day THIS SUNDAY 26th November at Harcourt Park, Upper Hutt gates open at 12:30pm. Free bouncy castles, roundabout, firehouse, bubble man, fire brigade, free food and great artists to entertain all the family.
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