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Waltham investment key to the future of South Island rail - Peters and Jones

NZ trends and activity advice for 2021

Posted on March 30, 2022March 30, 2022 by Info

[ad_1] Many Kiwis are suffering chronic stress because of the impact of the covid pandemic, a leading New Zealander exercise expert says. Covid and all that comes with it ,is still very much around and slowly wears people down, creating health issues as well as short tempers, ExerciseNZ chief executive Richard Beddie says. “My message…

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A standing win for World record 100 blade shearing wins

Adverse weather and flood-related public health advice from Canterbury DHB

Posted on March 30, 2022 by Info

[ad_1] As heavy rain continues to fall intermittently, with surface flooding and dangerously high rivers in multiple parts of Canterbury. According to the NZ MetService, slips and floodwaters are likely to continue to disrupt travel over the next 48 hours, making some roads impassable. King tides are expected over the next few days which may…

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Countdown announces new eStore in Wellington

Christchurch woman convicted on unlicensed immigration advice charges

Posted on March 30, 2022March 30, 2022 by Info

[ad_1] A Christchurch woman, whose company provided immigration advice to migrants, has been convicted and sentenced to six months community detention and ordered to repay a total of $74,703, following two charges laid by the Immigration Advisers Authority (IAA). Jing (Lydia) Zeng appeared in Christchurch District Court for sentencing on charges relating to providing immigration…

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Online advice offers a hand up to children with autism

Online advice offers a hand up to children with autism

Posted on October 12, 2021 by University of Canterbury

[ad_1] Online advice offers a hand up to children with autism Canterbury researchers are exploring how web-based support could benefit children on the autism spectrum and their families as demand for services grows. University of Canterbury Associate Professor Laurie McLay is leading two studies investigating “telehealth” advice for children on the autism spectrum and their…

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Independent, expert advice used to help find budget savings

Posted on May 26, 2021 by CCC

[ad_1] “While the External Advisory Group’s report has yet to be made public, its finding have been shared with elected members and have helped to inform their decision-making on the Draft 2021-31 Long Term Plan,’’ Mrs Baxendale says. The External Advisory Group (EAG) was set up in early 2020 to provide independent, expert advice to…

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New campaign says 'give no voice to racism' - Human Rights Commission

TPG providing property advice to help rebuild NZ’s economy

Posted on August 10, 2020 by Info

[ad_1] In an effort to rebuild New Zealand’s economy following COVID-19, the Government has introduced a new law (the Bill) to Parliament, which mentions specific infrastructure projects of different sizes and in different locations around New Zealand. These projects are focused on creating new employment opportunities and boosting local economies. TPG is nationally renowned for…

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The 'Keep It Real Online' campaign wants parents to talk about porn - UC sexuality educator provides advice on where to start

The ‘Keep It Real Online’ campaign wants parents to talk about porn – UC sexuality educator provides advice on where to start

Posted on July 17, 2020 by University of Canterbury

[ad_1] The ‘Keep It Real Online’ campaign wants parents to talk about porn – UC sexuality educator provides advice on where to start The Keep It Real Online campaign aimed at encouraging parents to talk to their children about pornography has gone viral, but it’s still hard to know where to start. UC sexuality educator…

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The Art Of Timing In Negotiating

Posted on January 13, 2011 by swiggs

Timing is everything in negotiation. A negotiation can be made or unmade by the time at which it takes place. When buying or selling anything in life it becomes important to learn the art of the timing as this can make or break the deal. It all comes to when you make your move. There…

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Buying A Section

Posted on February 20, 2010 by swiggs

There is a nice trend the past few years to buy an existing home and renovate it to either make a capital gain or have a nice home to live in. However I have a feeling that we are soon going to see a shift in attitude and see people buying land in new residential…

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Why Do We Move So Much

Posted on January 11, 2010 by swiggs

New Zealanders and by in large many other people around the world are quite open to moving locations. We as humans are alsways looking for something better than what we have. The place you are living in should match the lifestyle that you want. However, there are certain instances wherein you have no choice but…

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Moving To New Zealand

Posted on August 16, 2009 by swiggs

Moving to New Zealand is a big decision that you will probably not regret when you get here. This country is great. It’s not a safe fix from the everyday problems our lives bring us but the relaxed and calm nature of how life is here is a far cry from many of the places…

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WHAT THE BANKS DONT TELL YOU

Posted on February 21, 2009 by swiggs

PRINT THIS OUT AND KEEP! I have had too many people emailing me over the past few weeks asking about budgeting and there seems to be hundreds of people searching on how to budget and how to save money etc. There seems to be a trend and people want to know how to deal with…

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The Process of The Sale and Purchase of Property In New Zealand

Posted on December 1, 2008 by swiggs

By New Zealand Law all Contracts for the sale of land and property must be Negotiated in Writing. Most Licensed Real Estate Companies will use the standard form which is prepared by the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand and the Auckland Law Society. This contract covers the legal issues necessary to protect both parties…

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Emotional Attachment to Selling Your Home vs Reality

Posted on November 29, 2008 by swiggs

In todays market it is both taking longer to sell your home and harder for buyers finance to be approved. This coupled with what seems prices dropping slightly every month is making for a very interesting and tough market to work and sell in. But there is always ways of making the selling process easier…

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A Step By Step Guide To Buying At Auction

Posted on November 27, 2008 by swiggs

BUYING AT AUCTION: Auctions can be a daunting time to buy a property as some Auctions you may not have any idea where it might sell or what it is worth. In New Plymouth we have adopted a policy of publishing the Auction Reserve in order for the whole process is transparent. We do about…

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