The Ultimate Moving Check List!
G'day Neighbours!
If you have been reading our Ultimate Moving Check List this is our list for the week before you move and moving day!
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WEEK BEFORE YOUR MOVE
□ Review your moving plans with your moving consultant.
□ Email or call with questions
□ Contact your bank or credit card company if you are planning to pay for your move by debit or credit card
□ Print two copies of your moving bill and keep one in your move file
□ Notify friends and family of your new address and phone number with a free Moving Notice
□ Pack an essentials box to keep with you during the move
□ Drain gas and oil from lawn equipment, gas grills heaters, etc.
□ Drain water hoses and waterbeds
□ Measure furniture and doorways to determine if larger pieces will fit through the door
□ Empty and defrost refrigerator at least 24 hours before the move
□ Fill any prescriptions you will need during the move
MOVING DAY
□ Place carpet, floor and door frame protectors throughout your home
□ Load goods in a pre-designated order, saving “last load” items for the rear of your shipment
□ Check every room and closet one last time to make sure nothing is left behind
□ Plan dinner (pizza always works)
□ Leave a note with your new address so that future residents can forward stray mail
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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59.2% Yes, supporting people is important!
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25.6% No, individuals should take responsibility
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15.2% ... It is complicated
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.
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?
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