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1342 days ago

Napier's long social housing waitlist

Reporter Community News

Will the Government's latest announcement on housing make any difference in Napier?
Napier Mayor Kirsten Wise has welcomed the latest Government announcement outlining their steps to tackle the housing crisis.
But her city has the biggest housing wait list, by capita, in the country, so words need to lead to work, she says.
Wise said the housing shortage affected the entire Hawke’s Bay region.
“I look forward to a closer working partnership with the Government and other local agencies to make a positive impact for our community," she said.

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Wellington Botanical Gardens 24/11/2024

Sandra from Normandale

Beautiful day, met lots of tourists off the cruise ships, wonderful meal, easy parking if your an early bird....JUST go and prove for yourself, especially if you love gardens, cricket n roses.
SMILE life is too short.

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