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It was interesting to read in the Observer of another Housing New Zealand house standing empty. Equally interesting is KCDC's response.
The shortage of HNZ housing in Kapiti can be laid squarely at the door of the mayor's good friend Jim Bolger and his National government who took a … View moreIt was interesting to read in the Observer of another Housing New Zealand house standing empty. Equally interesting is KCDC's response.
The shortage of HNZ housing in Kapiti can be laid squarely at the door of the mayor's good friend Jim Bolger and his National government who took a wrecking bar to Housing Corp during the nineties. Along with soaring child poverty, Helen Clark tried very hard to undo the damage done to Housing NZ but it was not that easy to claw back. The genie it seemed was out of the bottle. Not that National stopped there. I thought it was pretty rich of Judith Collins to accuse HNZ of locking people out of their house purchases when they were merely trying to buy back some of the stock Bill English managed to sell off over the last decade.
Like Kiwirail, National seems to have a seek and destroy mission going on with social housing. Mum and Dad landlords will be hurt by it, you see. I'd like to hear from some of those Mums and Dads, but I cant seem to find any. A survey of Wellington landlords I did a few years back revealed that no one in the landlord sector had just one rental. They all had substantial property portfolios. I think the Mum and Dad landlord is a myth. Not that I think KCDC gets out of jail free either. They have the means to free up subdivison regulations and release land that can be built on. They are also able to enforce subdivison conditions to ensure townhouses and other dwellings suitable for our aging population are built, rather than the proliferation of 4-5 bedroom mcmansions. Looks to me like they are sitting on their hands on this one. Is there a term like "greenwash" that applies to social policy, I wonder.
Limited bookings available for April/May & only a couple of spots left for March, Weekdays & weekends available if your thinking of having a holiday or just need a little extra help to get you through the day.
Experience with a variety of animals including:
* Fish
* guinea pigs
* … View moreLimited bookings available for April/May & only a couple of spots left for March, Weekdays & weekends available if your thinking of having a holiday or just need a little extra help to get you through the day.
Experience with a variety of animals including:
* Fish
* guinea pigs
* Rabbits
* Chickens
* Cats
* Dogs
* Ducks
* Horses
* Pigs
* Goats
* Sheep
* Cows
* Alpacas (limited experience)
www.missksanimalcare.co.nz...
Thankyou all so much for your attendance at the County Laner Fair. Despite the weather a reasonable crowd turned up. The venue, from the feed back so far worked well. There was certainly a great atmosphere and as one stall holder so aptly said " a great bus from artists of the … View moreThankyou all so much for your attendance at the County Laner Fair. Despite the weather a reasonable crowd turned up. The venue, from the feed back so far worked well. There was certainly a great atmosphere and as one stall holder so aptly said " a great bus from artists of the region as they networked and shared ideas and experiences." The rain poured down and the outside stalls need a medal for their endurance of the elements. Nevertheless people came. Fantastic Art crafts were the comments,
I have just had some of that delicious Salami.MMM +++
The wine I bought also promises to be great when I open it.
So thanks a lot. from Silverstream Lions and on behalf of Te Omanga Hospice.
Also to the RDA who rented their premisis for a vey modest sum, and without whom we could not have proceeded.
A big thanks also to the Army cadets who did us proud. Such amazing lads who were in the thick of the downpour directing traffic .Would love more feedback from those who attended
Patrick Payne was riding a Lime e-scooter in Lower Hutt when he was pulled over and fined $150 by…
Do you have one hour free on the 28 of March? Red Cross Upper Hutt Branch is looking for people to be collectors in our Annual Street appeal in order to help fundraise our local and international services. If you have an hour to spare please contact us Monday to Friday from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at … View moreDo you have one hour free on the 28 of March? Red Cross Upper Hutt Branch is looking for people to be collectors in our Annual Street appeal in order to help fundraise our local and international services. If you have an hour to spare please contact us Monday to Friday from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at 528- 9162 (ask for De'Anne)
Check out our 'Safety and Caring' tee by Ash Spittal. If you register for Neighbours Day Aotearoa 2019, then you'll go into the draw to one of our tees! We have five designs, all by kiwi artists, celebrating the benefits of connected communities. Simply register at our website.
… View moreCheck out our 'Safety and Caring' tee by Ash Spittal. If you register for Neighbours Day Aotearoa 2019, then you'll go into the draw to one of our tees! We have five designs, all by kiwi artists, celebrating the benefits of connected communities. Simply register at our website.
The 10th annual Neighbours Day Aotearoa is taking place from March 22-31, 2019. Why not challenge yourself to get to know your neighbours this year? You can find out more here.
We have been setting up stalls today in preparation for a great fair tomorrow. The Arena is looking festive. Scarecrows in place. We are saddened at the forcast , and sadly will likely loose a few outside rides
However still plenty of very good quality stalls The Arena is full. so … View moreWe have been setting up stalls today in preparation for a great fair tomorrow. The Arena is looking festive. Scarecrows in place. We are saddened at the forcast , and sadly will likely loose a few outside rides
However still plenty of very good quality stalls The Arena is full. so great Art and Craft and local produce. and will be a great day despite the forcast. So come down. Have lunch. See how we have transformed the Arena and support the Hospice . Most stalls are indoors .We are as weatherproof as we can be. Opens at 10am at Riding for the Disabled Arena off Fergusson drive .
... need support with meal preparation? errands? laundry? library visits or even companion visits? Contact heather@timegenie.co.nz or see www.timegenie.co.nz... for services.
Keep an eye out for Mark Weaver's wedding ring if you're walking between Wellington Station and the parliamentary precinct.
Have a quantity of CDs from an aunt, so there is nothing recent. These range from Peter Posa's 'White Rabbit', Richard Clyderman etc to 3 cds in an unopened set, "Sounds of the Sixties." Bu one cd for $1, 2 for $ 1.90, 3 for $2.70, 4 for $3.40, 5 for $4.00, 6 for $4.50,… View moreHave a quantity of CDs from an aunt, so there is nothing recent. These range from Peter Posa's 'White Rabbit', Richard Clyderman etc to 3 cds in an unopened set, "Sounds of the Sixties." Bu one cd for $1, 2 for $ 1.90, 3 for $2.70, 4 for $3.40, 5 for $4.00, 6 for $4.50, 7 for $4 90, 8 for $ 5.20, 9 for $5 40 and 10 for $5.50.
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