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When should the law treat two people as a couple? What property should they share if they break up and what property should only belong to one of them?
New Zealand has changed a lot in the … View moreLinks have been added for: This page, review page, public consultation page, Christchurch event page
When should the law treat two people as a couple? What property should they share if they break up and what property should only belong to one of them?
New Zealand has changed a lot in the last forty years, including how relationships and families are formed, how they function and what happens when relationships end.
The Law Commission is reviewing the 40-year-old Property (Relationships) Act 1976, which sets the rules for how to divide a couple’s property at the end of a relationship, and they want to hear your views.
The Law Commission has developed a paper, Dividing Relationship Property: Time for Change? - Te mātaatoha rawa tokorau – Kua eke te wā? This paper asks New Zealanders how the law could be better. You can view the Issues Paper and summary document, and access online consultation platform, from 16 October on this website.
A series of public meetings is being held around the country. Members of the Law Commission will be available to answer your questions and hear your feedback on the Issues Paper.
Some of the questions the Commission is asking are:
Does the law apply to the right relationships?
Is the right property being shared?
What should happen when trusts are used to hold property?
What should happen if one person is financially worse-off after their relationship ends?
Is tikanga Māori recognised?
How should the law meet the interests of children?
How can the law be inexpensive, simple and speedy while still being just?
Should the same law that applies when a couple separates also apply when one partner dies?
Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! This is a chance to make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a splash of paint. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!
… View moreNeighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! This is a chance to make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a splash of paint. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!
Whether it's a new mural for your community hall, a graffiti clean up or a local playground paint job, Colour Your Community lets you paint the town red (or green or blue). Apply now on behalf of your organisation, business, or for your own community project.
Halloween is creeping up! Our recent Halloween Survey has revealed what New Zealanders REALLY think of Halloween. Did you know that only 1 in 10 households give out healthy snacks to trick or treaters, or that our favourite thing to dress up as is a ‘witch’?
We found out that some … View moreHalloween is creeping up! Our recent Halloween Survey has revealed what New Zealanders REALLY think of Halloween. Did you know that only 1 in 10 households give out healthy snacks to trick or treaters, or that our favourite thing to dress up as is a ‘witch’?
We found out that some participants have some pretty wacky costume ideas like; ‘Donald Trump', ‘an inflatable flamingo’ a ‘popcorn vendor’ and ‘grumpy grannies’. Comment below with what you'll be dressing up as this year!
ASB Summer Starter is the perfect excuse to come together and celebrate our region while raising money for charity and enjoying costumes, music, fun and surprises all the way from New Brighton to Redcliffs! With 1.5km, 4km and 10km course - we've got something for everyone.
We're … View moreASB Summer Starter is the perfect excuse to come together and celebrate our region while raising money for charity and enjoying costumes, music, fun and surprises all the way from New Brighton to Redcliffs! With 1.5km, 4km and 10km course - we've got something for everyone.
We're giving away 5x ASB Family passes! Simply like or thank this post and you'll go in the draw to win! *Be quick! Winners will be drawn 3pm Thurs 26th October
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Ara Institute of Canterbury’s FREE 19-week New Zealand Certificate in Foundation Studies Level 2 is a great way to prepare for employment or further study. In a friendly, inclusive environment you can improve your reading, writing and number skills, as well as learn how to use a computer, solve … View moreAra Institute of Canterbury’s FREE 19-week New Zealand Certificate in Foundation Studies Level 2 is a great way to prepare for employment or further study. In a friendly, inclusive environment you can improve your reading, writing and number skills, as well as learn how to use a computer, solve problems, set goals and much more. To find out more, give us a call on 0800 24 24 76 or visit ara.ac.nz.
Our new Spark Riccarton store is now open at Shop 24 in the Westfield Mall at 129 Riccarton Road! Come down and join in the opening celebrations. We’ve got 100 prizes for Spark customers to giveaway on Thursday 26 October. Plus there’ll be Riccarton exclusive deals for new Spark customers.
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