Lotto winners who lost big
It is a nice house, with sea views, a lovely garden and an even nicer retired couple living there. The roof leaks a bit, as the man who was supposed to repair it did not return their phone calls.
But this couple may have to sell the home, after pouring almost $1 million into a collapsed building company operated by the same man.
Read more about the human face of a business collapse here.
Poll: Does the building consent process need to change?
We definitely need homes that are fit to live in but there are often frustrations when it comes to getting consent to modify your own home.
Do you think changes need made to the current process for building consent? Share your thoughts below.
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91.4% Yes
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8.1% No
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0.4% Other - I'll share below!
Lest we forget...
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.
Revamp an open wardrobe
Cut visual clutter and give tired shelves new life with doors and colourful Resene paint.