Two companies owing millions placed in liquidation
Two companies owing $12 million have been placed in liquidation, with investigators quiet on whether a financial advisor was behind an alleged ponzi scheme.
The judge noted an appearance "seems unlikely" as the court registrar called the name of two companies on Thursday.
And he was right. No-one from Financial Planning Ltd or Impact Enterprises Ltd attended the hearing before Associate Judge Dale Lester in the High Court of Dunedin.
Notably absent was Barry Kloogh, the Dunedin-based financial advisor who at least one investor alleges was behind a ponzi scheme.
Poll: Do you think NZ should ban social media for youth?
The Australian Prime Minister has expressed plans to ban social media use for children.
This would make it illegal for under 16-year-olds to have accounts on platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Social media platforms would be tasked with ensuring children have no access (under-age children and their parents wouldn’t be penalised for breaching the age limit)
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Do you think NZ should follow suit? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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84% Yes
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14.7% No
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1.3% Other - I'll share below
Spring gardening tips
Dreaming of a garden bursting with colour and fresh produce? Shane Fairbairn, Ryman Healthcare’s Landscape Manager, shares his top tips to make it happen. You’ll be set to create a gorgeous, relaxing space in no time - grab your trowel, and let’s dig in.
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What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.