Booming Dunedin: Thousands of new homes needed for growing city
A doubling of house prices coupled with an influx of new residents means a previously stagnating Dunedin has to prepare for growing pains.
A council report notes the city's population was growing at a faster rate than it had historically, driven largely by domestic and international migration.
The city’s housing market was also growing, with the average value increasing by 99 per cent in the last five years - and reaching a record $650,000. in March
The council report said another 1512 homes would be needed in Dunedin in the next three years, while 4852 would be needed within 10 years and 9645 would be needed within 30.
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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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14.6% No
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2.6% Other - I'll share below
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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4.6% Second half of November
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43.4% 1st December
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17.6% A week before Christmas
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33.2% Whenever you wish
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1.1% 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.
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