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64 days ago

Poll: Do you think it'll be a good Christmas for retailers?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

After challenging times, Hamilton retailers hope interest rate cuts will bring them extra customers for Christmas.

December has traditionally been a hot month for retail, with Stats New Zealand data showing two decades of card payment values consistently about 37% above the rest of the year.

Do you think it'll be a good Christmas for retailers? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you think it'll be a good Christmas for retailers?
  • 16% Yes
    16% Complete
  • 36% Maybe
    36% Complete
  • 48% No
    48% Complete
25 votes
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32 minutes ago

Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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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Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
  • 0% Yes
    0% Complete
  • 0% No
    0% Complete
  • 0% Other - I'll share below
    0% Complete
0 votes
20 minutes ago

A twist on tradition

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

Whether it’s a table setting, for the tree or a shelf display, use Resene FX Metallics to create your own modern Christmas decor. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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4 days ago

Poll: When should the tree go up? 🎄

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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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When should the tree go up? 🎄
  • 5% Second half of November
    5% Complete
  • 44.8% 1st December
    44.8% Complete
  • 16.7% A week before Christmas
    16.7% Complete
  • 32.3% Whenever you wish
    32.3% Complete
  • 1.2% Other - I'll share below
    1.2% Complete
1843 votes