Tenant destroyed Whangaparāoa house, costing landlord $47k in repairs
Kia ora neighbours, A tenant of a Hibiscus Coast property in north Auckland caused $47,000 worth of damage to the rental, leaving the landlord to foot the bill.
Clinton De Marcy Chelin had rented the property on Whangaparāoa Rd, from Barfoot & Thompson’s Whangaparāoa branch.
During Chelin’s time living at the property he deliberately vandalised and destroyed every wall in the house, which led Barfoot & Thompson to take action through the tenancy tribunal.
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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.
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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0.5% Other - I'll share below!
Orewa Artisan Market Tomorrow! 9am to 1pm Orewa Community Centre
Come support your local artists and creators at the Orewa Artisan Market tomorrow, 9am to 1pm at Orewa Community Centre. I’ll be there selling my canvas paintings, framed oil pastel and watercolour pieces, and my unframed sketches, can’t wait to see you there :D
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