A Christchurch organisation supporting survivors of family harm and sexual violence is calling out concerning attitudes and behaviour in its latest campaign.
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Tenancy law overhaul: Concern new rules could harm domestic violence victims
13 Jan, 2021 06:04 PM
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Changes to the Residential Tenancies Act comes in to affect on February 11 and is set to affect up to 600,000 Kiwi properties. Photo / 123RF
Changes to the Residential Tenancies Act comes in to affect on February 11 and is set to affect up to 600,000 Kiwi properties. Photo / 123RF
NZ Herald
By: Hugh Collins
New rules for renters could be damaging for victims of domestic abuse, a family violence spokesperson says.
Major changes to the Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 1986 have to come into effect by August 11 at the latest, however they can be brought into force before then.
Whanganui news in brief: Person hospitalised after quad bike accident
13 Jan, 2021 06:01 PM
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The person was transported by ambulance to Whanganui Hospital. Photo / file
Whanganui Chronicle
Quad bike accident
A person was taken to hospital about 10am on Wednesday after a quad bike incident left them with minor injuries. While details of the incident are unclear, St John confirmed the accident occurred near Parewanui and involved a quad bike. The person was transported by ambulance to Whanganui Hospital.
Picnic and Pareu
The Multicultural Council of Whanganui/Rangitikei are hosting their first event of the year, Picnic and Pareu, this Saturday at 2 Mitchell St. There will be a free sausage sizzle, and people are encouraged to bring a picnic. Materials for the parau dip dying workshop cost $5 per person, but it is free if you provide your own dye and white fabric. Sponsors for Picnic and Pareu include Sports Whanganui and Born and Raised Pasifika.