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What are your thoughts on tenants paying letting fees? Housing Minister Phil Twyford has put forward a bill that would ban landlords from charging letting fees to tenants. Is the bill a good idea? Let us know in our poll below.
To read more click here.
Therese and Hans Herzog describe themselves as "typical Swiss", but their relaxed vineyard home in Marlborough is anything but.
Take a look inside to see how the couple incorporated the vineyard's original weatherboard cottage into their light and spacious new home.
Hi animal lovers!
We would like to invite you to the opening of our new SPCA Op Shop!
Come along to 60 Mokoia Road, Birkenhead this Saturday from 10am to 12pm. You'll find great clothing, bric-a-brac, and homeware bargains. Plus, every dollar you spend will go directly towards helping … View moreHi animal lovers!
We would like to invite you to the opening of our new SPCA Op Shop!
Come along to 60 Mokoia Road, Birkenhead this Saturday from 10am to 12pm. You'll find great clothing, bric-a-brac, and homeware bargains. Plus, every dollar you spend will go directly towards helping SPCA animals!
Phantom and his friend are working hard on the preparations for Saturday - hope to see you there!
Hi neighbours,
Have you heard that former Health Minister Jonathan Coleman has resigned from politics? A by-election will be held for his Auckland seat.
To read more about his resignation click here.
Hey neighbours,
If you didn't live in your neighbourhood, which town or city would you vote as your favourite in New Zealand? Is it the capital, the Garden City, Dunedin, or perhaps our City of Sails? We want to know which Kiwi town reigns supreme in NZ. To share your thoughts, take part in… View moreHey neighbours,
If you didn't live in your neighbourhood, which town or city would you vote as your favourite in New Zealand? Is it the capital, the Garden City, Dunedin, or perhaps our City of Sails? We want to know which Kiwi town reigns supreme in NZ. To share your thoughts, take part in our poll!
To read more about NZ's great town rivalries click here.
If you are looking for something fun and exciting and low cost to keep your children or grandchildren inspired over the school holiday's, book tickets now for Carrot & Pickle - an interactive, hilarious acrobatic duo who are back due to popular demand. Book via ASB Theatre or … View moreIf you are looking for something fun and exciting and low cost to keep your children or grandchildren inspired over the school holiday's, book tickets now for Carrot & Pickle - an interactive, hilarious acrobatic duo who are back due to popular demand. Book via ASB Theatre or www.Ticketek.co.nz...
With over 200 events registered - Neighbours Day Aotearoa is gonna be a big one this year! If you've registered an event and want it on the public events map on our website check your inbox (or spam folders) for an email from us. If you can't find it, email us and we'll pop it up … View moreWith over 200 events registered - Neighbours Day Aotearoa is gonna be a big one this year! If you've registered an event and want it on the public events map on our website check your inbox (or spam folders) for an email from us. If you can't find it, email us and we'll pop it up online ASAP #NDA2018
#Watch: New Zealand has some beautiful cities, but we want to know which one is your favourite. Is Auckland or Wellington the country's most creative centre? Let us know!
Look what's taking shape in A&P Park today. The Zirka Circus is in town with performances Thursday to Sunday.
Could a capital gains tax (not on the family home), taking GST off healthy food, or taxing activity that damages the environment, make NZ an even better place to live and work?
These are just three of the areas the Tax Working Group want to hear your thoughts on. Head over to the Tax Working … View moreCould a capital gains tax (not on the family home), taking GST off healthy food, or taxing activity that damages the environment, make NZ an even better place to live and work?
These are just three of the areas the Tax Working Group want to hear your thoughts on. Head over to the Tax Working Group’s website today to watch a series of five short videos explaining the issues, and let them know your thoughts in the comment section.
Have your say on the future of tax at: taxworkinggroup.govt.nz/have-your-say-future-tax
A talented duo of colour and painting experts from Resene joined us for a chat on Homed tonight to answer all your colour conundrums and share their top tips for perfecting your paint jobs.
If you missed it, you can still check out what they had to say and pick up some new ideas, here.
We want to improve our services for Aucklanders. To make sure we are on the right track, we are looking for people to give us feedback on the services we offer.
We are looking for people who:
• Are over 18 years old
• Don’t work for Auckland Council
• Have done one or more of … View moreWe want to improve our services for Aucklanders. To make sure we are on the right track, we are looking for people to give us feedback on the services we offer.
We are looking for people who:
• Are over 18 years old
• Don’t work for Auckland Council
• Have done one or more of the following since 1 January this year:
o Applied for a food licence
o Applied for a community grant or loan
o Made an official information request
o Phoned or emailed Council to get something fixed, such as noise, mowing or a damaged bin
o Requested a property information file or land information memorandum (LIM)
o Joined a Auckland Council library as a new member
o Applied for a building consent
o Made a submission on the Auckland Plan or 10-year plan
o Joined a leisure centre (gym or pool) as a new member
o Contacted Auckland Council on social media to get something fixed
If you are interested in helping and you're available for a 15 minute phone interview, please email stephen.mckernon@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz with your phone number and let us know which service you have used.
Do you support water quality targeted rate growing? #akhaveyoursay
Tell us what you think of the proposed environmental targeted rates now? #akhaveyoursay
Waitakere’s zero-waste zone is inspiring their community to work together towards a zero-waste future.
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