Bluff Hill, Napier

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

2477 days ago

Little woollies

Kirsty from Pirimai

Hi everyone. We make hand knitted merino wool baby and toddler boots. They are super cute and best of all they stay on! They’re available in 4 sizes and 11 colours! For more info check out our Facebook page! m.facebook.com...

Negotiable

2477 days ago

Te rā o ngā Tamariki is just one month away!

The Team from Children's Day

Check out the Children's Day events that are already planned in neighbourhoods all around Aotearoa!

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2477 days ago

Building a home? You'll love this FREE info session.

The Team from Jennian Homes

Listen to what our home building experts have to offer or come prepared with questions. "What building materials should we use?", "How can we include energy-saving features?", " How (and when) will the final price for my home be determined?" or "How can we … View moreListen to what our home building experts have to offer or come prepared with questions. "What building materials should we use?", "How can we include energy-saving features?", " How (and when) will the final price for my home be determined?" or "How can we minimise unexpected costs and what warranties and guarantees will my new home have?"

Questions like these are exactly the sort of things we can help with at our Jennian New Home Builder Info Sessions. Book a FREE complimentary seat at our next info session in your area.
Book now

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2479 days ago

Paying too much for power?

Electric Kiwi

No contracts. Free hour of off-peak power every day. Learn more. Find out more

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2480 days ago

Should we sell or buy first?

Ben Keehan from

It's a question as old as time itself-what do you do first-sell your property or buy a property? Many of us are terrified that if we sell the place we're in and we've got nowhere to go, we'll have nowhere to live.

If you have the resources to buy a new property … View more
It's a question as old as time itself-what do you do first-sell your property or buy a property? Many of us are terrified that if we sell the place we're in and we've got nowhere to go, we'll have nowhere to live.

If you have the resources to buy a new property outright-you're home and hosed. But if you don't have the available cash and you buy a place first, you have legally committed yourself meaning you may have to seek bridging finance. As a result, you could be paying interest on two properties until you sell your original home.

However, there can be a very attractive upside to buying before you sell.When you buy first you know exactly where you're moving and when. Just make sure you don't get caught out. You don't want to get into a situation where you have overestimated the value of your existing property, meaning you could be selling at a loss and end up servicing two loans!

Invite an astute local agent to give you a market appraisal on your current property and a changeover analysis on the cost to sell your existing property together with the cost to buy your new home. This information will allow you to separate the financial facts from your emotions in order to make an educated (as opposed to an emotional) decision.

If you do decide to purchase first, there are a number of things you can do to make your place easier to sell quickly. Just ensure you give yourself plenty of time to get your property ready for showcasing to potential buyers. Not many people realise that there are 137 components to listing, selling and settling a property. Typically, it takes at least two weeks of solid work to prepare a property for sale. Properties need to be tidied, cleaned de-cluttered, photos have to be taken, editorials have to be written, floor plans drawn, digital files created, legal docs approved and the signboard installed on site. Plus the ongoing preparation for open homes and weekly viewings. If you are planning on selling privately you then have the added workload of the sales process, buyer communication, legal costs to draft offers, inspections and settlement processes.

Remember, you only get one chance to make a great first impression.So it's vital to make sure your property "shines" when it is showcased on the market especially if you need it to sell quickly.

If you would like to have a chat about your options as well as an expert opinion on the "live" market value of your home please give me call on 021738769.

Kind regards,

Ben Keehan
First National Hawkes Bay

2480 days ago

Community-led Development (CLD) workshops coming to a town near you!

Sarah Bichan from Inspiring Communities

Inspiring Communities, in collaboration with Exult, is excited to be bringing you the following workshops in 2018.

Workshop 1: Facilitating Community-led Change
This workshop will focus on useful approaches, processes and ideas for bringing and keeping groups and teams together, having … View more
Inspiring Communities, in collaboration with Exult, is excited to be bringing you the following workshops in 2018.

Workshop 1: Facilitating Community-led Change
This workshop will focus on useful approaches, processes and ideas for bringing and keeping groups and teams together, having conversations that really matter – and having FUN.
Coming to Auckland, Wellington & Tauranga

Workshop 2: Leading in Communities
This workshop explores frameworks and tools for thinking, acting and leading amidst complexity, where leadership is primarily about continuous learning on the job. 
Coming to Nelson, Taranaki & Wellington

Workshop 3: Connections and Collaboration
This workshop will help you to map and tap into the strengths of your wider community, assess your community relationships, apply tools to build and sustain stakeholder relationships.
Coming to Christchurch, Auckland & Whangarei

Check out our website for further details and to register: inspiringcommunities.org.nz...

2482 days ago
2480 days ago

NIKE SB Futsal Soccer boots Size12 Mens Excellent Cond.

Caroline from Pirimai

1pr of Nike SB Portmore 2 sneakers in excellent condition. Ideal for Futsal etc.Fluoro yellow Colour.No longer needed by son.Too good to be left collecting dust unused on a shelf....have too much wear left in them (near new).Orig price was $119.Grab a bargain! Private message me or PH 0273117798 if… View more1pr of Nike SB Portmore 2 sneakers in excellent condition. Ideal for Futsal etc.Fluoro yellow Colour.No longer needed by son.Too good to be left collecting dust unused on a shelf....have too much wear left in them (near new).Orig price was $119.Grab a bargain! Private message me or PH 0273117798 if interested.

Price: $40

2481 days ago

Microdermabrasion and skin rejuvenation..

Amor Beauty Limited

How is your skin feeling?..summer taking its toll? ....book in for a hydrating facial treatment $90 and I will add in a free micro-dermabrasion to help smooth and plump your skin before performing a face massage and applying a hydrating mask ...you will look and feel rejuvenated :-)

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2481 days ago

Super blue blood moon over New Zealand

Reporter Stuff

New Zealand is to experience its first super blue blood moon since 1866 overnight, but you'll have to get up in the middle of the night to witness the rare phenomenon.

Share your pics with Stuff in the comments (please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your … View more
New Zealand is to experience its first super blue blood moon since 1866 overnight, but you'll have to get up in the middle of the night to witness the rare phenomenon.

Share your pics with Stuff in the comments (please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff).

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2481 days ago

I need a set of wheels now!

Greg from Marewa

Hi,
I need a car/wagon/van now.
I totalled my car last night - I walked away - the age doesn't matter or how it looks but must ne mostly mechanically sound!
You can text me on 027 433 7441 and I will call you back!

2481 days ago

Need some light relief on a hot day

Scott Williams from Elite Blind Cleaning Services

Venetian blinds can help you to keep out the heat .............. also they are handy for this .......... hope you have a bit of a laugh ....

2481 days ago

Another free course from EIT

The Team from EIT Maraenui Learning Centre

A great fee free course being offered at EIT Maraenui Learning Centre. NZ Certificate in Land Based Sustainable Practice level 3. Learn how to become more sustainable in your daily life and grow delicious nutritious food for your family...... and friends!
The only restriction is you be 16+ and a NZ… View more
A great fee free course being offered at EIT Maraenui Learning Centre. NZ Certificate in Land Based Sustainable Practice level 3. Learn how to become more sustainable in your daily life and grow delicious nutritious food for your family...... and friends!
The only restriction is you be 16+ and a NZ citizen or resident.

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2482 days ago

Free Pleco catfish

Kelz from Greenmeadows

Would anyone like a small Pleco? I'm getting rid of my small fishtank and I can't put him in my other tank coz I already have a pleco in that one. I haven't got a pic coz he's shy but he'd be about 10cm long and around 8 months old.

2482 days ago

2018 New Zealand Plumbing Conference - 21-23 March - Hamilton

Master Plumbers NZ - Hawkes Bay / Gisborne

Calling ALL Plumbers, Gasfitters & Drainlayers!

Our annual conference is THE nationwide event for our industry. Join us in the Mighty Waikato to hear inspiring speakers, see industry exhibits and innovations, attend technical and/or business sessions, network and have fun! You don't … View more
Calling ALL Plumbers, Gasfitters & Drainlayers!

Our annual conference is THE nationwide event for our industry. Join us in the Mighty Waikato to hear inspiring speakers, see industry exhibits and innovations, attend technical and/or business sessions, network and have fun! You don't have to be a Master Plumbers' member to attend, but members get discounts. The fantastic events include a dinner at Hobbiton (22 March) and the NZ Plumbing Awards (23 March). There's also an enriching partners' programme and an awesome activities afternoon.

Early Bird registrations close on Thursday 1 Feb 2018. See you there!

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