Residential auction activity remains relatively upbeat, with 285 properties offered at the auctions monitored by interest.co.nz over the week of 23-29 September. That was almost unchanged from the 284 properties offered the previous week and up slightly on the 274 offered the week before that. However the sales rate eased back slightly, with 114 properties selling under the hammer at the latest auctions giving an overall sales rate of 40%, down from 43% the previous week and 47% the week before that. If that trend continues were are likely to see selling prices that are above rating their valuations passing the 50% mark in the next few weeks. Overall, the auction rooms have become progressively busier over the last few weeks as the market has moved from winter to spring, suggesting a reasonably positive start to the summer selling season could be in the offing.

However, such cases have prompted changes within the industry, with real estate agencies now seeking property documents directly from councils to avoid potential tampering. Despite these measures, some people remain skeptical about the trustworthiness of the documents they receive when purchasing a house, especially given the substantial amount of money involved. This case serves as a reminder that buying a house is an inherently risky business and buyers need to exercise caution. Business Leaders’ Perspectives at Mood of the BoardroomNew Zealand’s top business leaders have shared their opinions on various important matters at the Mood of the Boardroom event. This platform allows business leaders to discuss the country’s economic landscape, policies, and issues that impact the business sector.

A protest organised by Julian Batchelor’s Stop Co-Governance group has been drowned out first by the rain, and then a counter protest that drew many more times the number of people. Bruce Mackay/Stuff Counter protesters gathered at Te Aro Park on Dixon Street in central Wellington. With about 600 people in the counter protest, their march caused some disruption for motorists in the Wellington CBD. At one point the counter protesters blocked in a lead vehicle in the Stop Co-Governance protest. As he spoke, he had to compete with the counter protesters singing Tūtira Mai Ngā Iwi.

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Pieter-Steph du Toit of South Africa in action in a maul during the International match between the South Africa Springboks and the New Zealand All Blacks at Twickenham Stadium Credit: AlamyNew Zealand and South Africa are in talks to revive old-school All Blacks-Springboks tours during the Rugby Championship. The move comes after South African franchises left the Super Rugby competition to head north with the creation of the United Rugby Championship. Traditional All Blacks and Springboks toursThe All Blacks and Wallabies‘ performances on the international stage have dipped since South Africa’s departure, with All Blacks assistant coach Jason Ryan conceding that the loss of the South African sides has impacted the All Blacks’ forward play. Jaguares set for Super Rugby returnMeanwhile, Argentina rugby president Gabriel Travelaglini has revealed that the Jaguares could return to Super Rugby. We have the commitment that they will receive us and that we will play games at home and away.”READ MORE: Siya Kolisi reflects on journey from ‘naughty one’ to Springboks captaincy milestoneThe article All Blacks and Springboks in talks to revive ‘traditional tours’ appeared first on Planetrugby.com.

Drug testing services have warned of the risk of synthetic opioids in Dunedin, following a death in Napier last week. The death has been linked in the media to a notification by High Alert Drug Information and Alerts Aotearoa New Zealand. The notification stated fake oxycodone tablets were found to have contained the substance metonitazene, a highly potent synthetic opioid, which was being sold online. "The reality is this drug could potentially wind up in anything ... the potential for it to wind up in a more common party drug is entirely possible." Metonitazene had a similar potency to fentanyl, which was 100 times more potent than morphine, Mr Phillips saidWhile the problem of synthetic opioids was not strictly limited to Dunedin, Mr Phillips said it was relevant to the "perfect storm" of drug use in the city.

United Nations published this video item, entitled “Human Rights for Refugees & Migrants: UNHCR (New York) Briefing | Security Council | United Nations” – below is their description. Briefing by Ruven Menikdiwela, Director of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Office in New York, on protection of human rights of refugees and migrants. United Nations YouTube ChannelGot a comment? Leave your thoughts in the comments section, below. Please note comments are moderated before publication.

When you're outside and the sun is blazing, that level of brightness will mean the watch remains highly legible. But it has also made for a decent and more accessible torch than the one in my phone, too. I've also liked the new precision find on the watch, which directs me toward my phone if it's lost to just centimetres from it. The other major difference on the Ultra watches versus the non-Ultra ones is the action button. Using that simple gesture to control the watch, to cycle through options and select them - it was astonishing.

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Naomi Osaka and Emma Raducanu are likely to make a comeback in the coming season. The Japanese player's last tour-level appearance came at the 2022 Japan Open before going on maternity leave. Raducanu, on the other hand, has had an injury-marred 2023 season, undergoing operations on both her wrists and ankle. She made a second-round exit at the Australian Open, the only Grand Slam she played this season. "I want to win eight more Grand Slams and try to win the gold medal at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

New Zealand First today is announcing a policy on adjusting the rules and restrictions around access to the Job Seeker Benefit. New Zealand First’s policy is to introduce a capped time-period for any person to access the Job Seeker Benefit during their lifetime. Any individual will have the ability to access the Job Seeker

In This Story: JapanJapan is an island country in East Asia located in the northwest Pacific Ocean. Japan is divided into 47 administrative prefectures and eight traditional regions. The Greater Tokyo Area is the most populous metropolitan area in the world, with more than 37.4 million residents. Japan is a great power and a member of numerous international organizations, including the United Nations (since 1956), the OECD, and the G7. Japan is a leader in the automotive and electronics industries.

Kimpton told the board the change to the GPS meant AT may not be funded (by Waka Kotahi) to solve the speed and safety problem. Common Sense PrevailsWaka Kotahi have extended the exemption for e-scooters for another five yearsE-scooters will stay on New Zealand roads, cycle lanes and footpaths. In the event, Waka Kotahi announced its decision two days early. Waka Kotahi has paid road builders millions more on top of the billion-dollar cost of the Pūhoi to Warkworth motorway. The cost of noisy roadsStudy of road noise in Sweden: each decibel is worth a 0.6% discount in property prices.

No asset class has immunity from asset price revaluation in a rising interest rate market, and certainly housing doesn't. Container shipping freight rates fell sharply again last week, down -5.1% from the prior week to be 65% lower than year-ago levels. The UST 10yr yield starts today down -2 bps from yesterday at 4.62% but essentially holding its recent high. This is a new low since February 2023, all driven by the sharply rising yields. The bitcoin price has moved sharply higher today from yesterday, and it is now at US$27,191 up a strong +3.7% from then.

nzherald.co.nz published this video item, entitled “NZ First candidate for Bay of Plenty, Kirsten Murfitt, on Candidate Camera | Local Focus” – below is their description. NZ First candidate Kirsten Murfitt never thought she would become a politician but feels “there is an erosion of democracy in New Zealand, so it’s like if I’m going to complain, I must be the change I want to see”. Read more: https://bit.ly/465CU0P Public Interest Journalism funded through NZ On Air. Subscribe and be notified of breaking news: https://goo.gl/LP45jX Check out our playlists: https://goo.gl/Swd249 Like NZ Herald on Facebook: https://goo.gl/tUC4oq Follow NZ Herald on Instagram: https://goo.gl/oLicXe Follow NZ Herald on Twitter: https://goo.gl/Wi6mbv nzherald.co.nz YouTube ChannelGot a comment? Please note comments are moderated before publication.