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Tenant destroyed Whangaparāoa house, costing landlord $47k in repairs

Melanie Earley Reporter from Rodney Times

Kia ora neighbours, A tenant of a Hibiscus Coast property in north Auckland caused $47,000 worth of damage to the rental, leaving the landlord to foot the bill.


Clinton De Marcy Chelin had rented the property on Whangaparāoa Rd, from Barfoot & Thompson’s Whangaparāoa branch.

During Chelin’s time living at the property he deliberately vandalised and destroyed every wall in the house, which led Barfoot & Thompson to take action through the tenancy tribunal.

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1 day ago

Poll: Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With the government cracking down on gangs, it is now illegal for gang members to display their insignia in public places whether through clothing or their property.

This means arrests can be made if these patches are worn in places like restaurants, shops, on public transport or ferries, and on airplanes. Arrests were made recently at a funeral.

Do you think this ban is reasonable?

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Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?
  • 76.9% Yes
    76.9% Complete
  • 21.6% No
    21.6% Complete
  • 1.5% Other - I'll share below
    1.5% Complete
1287 votes
17 days ago

What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

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.

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1 day ago

Music in Parks and Movies in Parks are returning in 2025!

The Team from Auckland Council

🎶🎬 Get ready, Tāmaki Makaurau! Music in Parks and Movies in Parks are returning in 2025! 🌟 Enjoy free concerts and movies this summer🙌☀️