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$6b leaky homes bill threat to NZ credit
A $6 billion plan to bail out owners of leaky homes is in jeopardy because of Government fears it could threaten the country's credit rating.
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Easier tree-cutting fast-tracked to October
Large trees will be able to be pruned without council permission three weeks from today under a last-minute law change passed last night.
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Drawn-out battle to axe palm pest
How many people does it take to chop a dangerous palm tree and a poisonous leaf shrub on a North Shore community reserve?
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Tree law change aids 'sneaky' choppers
An Auckland tree consultancy predicts more neighbourhood spats if the law scraps protection for trees of a certain height or size.