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Putting put out a recommendation for a Carpenter to do a job for me starting next week. Can anyone recommend a local carpenter?
We have an old house with a concrete tile roof. Seems we have a leak as we are getting a small amount of water coming down the bedroom wall in heavy rain. Does anyone know of a roofer or someone who could look at it for a reasonable price.I have rung Age Concern and they are going to look for … View moreWe have an old house with a concrete tile roof. Seems we have a leak as we are getting a small amount of water coming down the bedroom wall in heavy rain. Does anyone know of a roofer or someone who could look at it for a reasonable price.I have rung Age Concern and they are going to look for somebody too.
The car is in very good condition. Our family got smaller so we don't need a 'people mover' any longer but enjoyed driving that car very much. It's been very pleasant especially for long distance - very relaxing. Automatic, smart key, petrol, 8 seats. Perfect for a family or … View moreThe car is in very good condition. Our family got smaller so we don't need a 'people mover' any longer but enjoyed driving that car very much. It's been very pleasant especially for long distance - very relaxing. Automatic, smart key, petrol, 8 seats. Perfect for a family or holiday makers using it as a little camper.
Long-term road safety data from NZTA suggests speed limits on almost 90 per cent of the country's roads are too high and should be lowered.
In 2019 so far, 172 people have been killed on New Zealand's roads, six more than at the same time last year.
Ministry of Transport data for 2016, … View moreLong-term road safety data from NZTA suggests speed limits on almost 90 per cent of the country's roads are too high and should be lowered.
In 2019 so far, 172 people have been killed on New Zealand's roads, six more than at the same time last year.
Ministry of Transport data for 2016, the most recent available on its website, makes for sobering reading – 328 deaths from 286 fatal road crashes, or 0.9 deaths for every 10,000 vehicles.
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That fun & interesting lil shop in Kawakawa "Waterloo" is sadly closing its doors after 4 years of trading. Huge sales happening this weekend & next. All must go, shop must be cleared and here's your chance to grab yourself a bargain. Sale items include antique furniture … View moreThat fun & interesting lil shop in Kawakawa "Waterloo" is sadly closing its doors after 4 years of trading. Huge sales happening this weekend & next. All must go, shop must be cleared and here's your chance to grab yourself a bargain. Sale items include antique furniture (tables and chairs, double wardrobes, large oak table, kitchen sideboard, to name a few), clothing & an array of funky and unusual ornaments, the list is long. Well worth a visit ! 9am start Saturday & Sunday, 2 weekends in a row. First in, first lucky.
Kia ora neighbours. A Northland principal says schools could be left with no choice but to send children home from school if the shortage of relief teachers gets any worse. How would you feel if your school did that?
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Outgoing Retirement Commissioner Diane Maxwell has been outspoken about the need to increase the pension age from 65.
"You used to get super for five years, then 10 and now 20 - soon it'll be 30. I'm not sure how we can fund people getting super for 30 years or more."
New … View moreOutgoing Retirement Commissioner Diane Maxwell has been outspoken about the need to increase the pension age from 65.
"You used to get super for five years, then 10 and now 20 - soon it'll be 30. I'm not sure how we can fund people getting super for 30 years or more."
New Zealand has one of the simplest pension schemes in the world - all you have to do is be old enough and have lived in the country long enough and you can get it.
But that also makes it expensive - about $14.5 billion this year. Jobseeker benefits, by comparison, cost just $1.7b and sole parent support $1.08b.
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The designers and tradesmen working at INTECH Designer Kitchens have been passionately transforming spaces and coming up with new innovative storage designs for homes and offices for many years. INTECH Designer Kitchens is happy to help you create the design you have always wanted.
We offer a … View moreThe designers and tradesmen working at INTECH Designer Kitchens have been passionately transforming spaces and coming up with new innovative storage designs for homes and offices for many years. INTECH Designer Kitchens is happy to help you create the design you have always wanted.
We offer a wide variety of professional cabinetry design and supply services. Including, kitchens, wardrobes, laundry's, bench tops, splash-backs, shop fitting, custom made cabinets, installation and more.
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Exceptionally good condition low k's 91,000. Towbar, roof racks.
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We are still looking for a gardener. (thank you to those who recommended Blake but he is not going to be able to fit us in long term). We need someone experienced to do spraying etc for a couple of properties in town. Would really appreciate some more recommendations. Thanks very much. Kate
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