726 days ago

Ad for illegal Auckland rental pulled from Trade Me after outrage

Mildred Armah Reporter from Eastern Courier

A house being advertised for rent without a working stove or cook top has been removed from Trade Me after social media outrage.

The dwelling is a three-bedroom, one-bathroom house, available for rent in Auckland’s Ellerslie at $550 per week.

“Cook top and oven is not working, tenants may need to arrange their own cooking facility or negotiate with landlord to arrange,” the ad said.

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1 day ago

Poll: Would you want an unconventional funeral?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Funerals can cost as much as $22,000 and the planning can be stressful especially at a time when loved ones are grieving. Some New Zealanders are re-imagining funerals by making their own coffin or having a relaxed ceremony at home. Would you want a less traditional funeral? Share your thoughts below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Would you want an unconventional funeral?
  • 85.8% Yes
    85.8% Complete
  • 12.5% No
    12.5% Complete
  • 1.7% Other - I'll share below!
    1.7% Complete
1070 votes
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9 hours ago

Free Dog Safety session

Michelle from Highland Park

Want to help your children or yourself be safe around dogs?
Bring them along to Highland Park Library Saturday 11 May 10.30am for a chat with Auckland Council Dog Safety team.
There will be a cute puppet puppy craft to follow!

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5 days ago

Lest we forget...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

On this ANZAC Day, let's take a moment to remember and honor the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.

Tell us who are you honouring today. Whether it's a story from the battlefield or a memory of a family member who fought in the war, we'd love you to share your stories below.

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