It’s easy to be neighbourly here.
Want to live in a boutique retirement village surrounded by neighbours you know, in a central Howick location? Then join us at HBH Howick Views. “Everyone is so friendly, there are no airs and graces,” says resident Gael Fong. “We all just get on and it’s one of the loveliest communities I’ve belonged to.”
With apartments priced from $400,000, now’s a great time to move to a friendly, welcoming neighbourhood.
To learn more visit https://www.hbh.org.nz/careandliving/is-an-independent-apartment-right-for-you#apartments or call Robyn Greer 538 0800 or 027 494 0344
Poll: When should the tree go up? 🎄
From what we've heard, some Christmas trees are already being assembled and decorated.
What are your thoughts on the best time to get your Christmas tree up?
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4.7% Second half of November
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43.5% 1st December
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17.7% A week before Christmas
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33% Whenever you wish
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1.1% Other - I'll share below
Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
An Auckland court has ruled a woman doesn’t have to contribute towards the cost of fixing a driveway she shares with 10 neighbours.
When thinking about fences, driveways or tree felling, for example, do you think all neighbours should have to pay if the improvements directly benefit them?
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82.8% Yes
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14.4% No
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2.8% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite tomato recipe?
Kia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our February 2025 issue.