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Maimai Souvlaki A Town Like
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big chunk of those missing out. In addition, the WORKING OUT YOUR RENTAL RETURN
cost of living is steadily increasing as inflation
continues to rise and with the war in Ukraine,
It may seem a simple task but working To calculate your
stock market turmoil is guaranteed at least in the
out the potential rental returns on an net yield, take
short term.
investment property requires doing the annual rental
HOWEVER, IT’S NOT ALL a bit of homework and is more than a income and
DOOM & GLOOM! simple calculation. Here are a couple minus the annual
Claire and Stuart Morris
Business Owners CoreLogic’s data shows some glimpses of of things to consider when working out expenses or loss of rental income from
light. Although the first home buyers market your sums. this. Then divide this number by the
OUTLOOK FOR FIRST share dropped in Auckland, Wellington and
Christchurch, other parts of the country saw
As you would expect, every property property value and multiply this number
by 100.
investor aims to own a property with a
HOME BUYERS different results. Activity from first home buyers high yield that will also deliver a large Example:
increased in Dunedin and Tauranga, while capital gain, as well as returning a strong Property value $600,000, expected rent
Hamilton held steady. rental return and of course needs very
We love first home buyers - when they are $500 a week and expenses/loss $5000.
NZ Music Month is celebrated in May to support the music from New Zealand, and the people successful the market naturally purrs along Plus there are definite signs the property little maintenance undertaken, however $26,000 ($500 x 52 weeks - annual rental
nicely and the flow of money from the bottom market is slowing and house prices are in most cases this is not a realistic income) - $5000 (annual expenses/loss)
who make it. It encourages radio stations to play more local songs, and to celebrate homegrown expectation and difficult to achieve.
up allows everyone to make moves in a natural easing. Many real estate agents have reported ÷ $600,000 (property value) x 100. Yield
talent throughout the country. We chat with local artist Michele Webb about her love for music. way. Not to mention they are more often than a slowdown in interest at auctions and a There are lots of terms, such as = 3.5%
not the most excited, most grateful and most dampening of expectations. Listings are also rental yields, gross yields, net yields
Gorgeous Music
Expenses can include: buying and
genuine group of buyers we get to work with! on the up, increasing choice for all buyers while and capital gains, and what is most transaction costs (property purchase
building consents have reached record highs. important to you will vary dependent on
There’s no doubt it’s been a tough few months for price, legal fees and building
Furthermore, the Government has announced a your own circumstances. As someone
first home buyers. First there was the tightening inspections, any start-up loan fees),
review of the CCCFA to address the ‘unintended who does like to err on the side of
Stephen Kennedy, Amanda Gray, Andrew Groom, Rob Zipfel and Michele Webb of LVR (loan to value ratio) restrictions, reducing annual costs such as vacancy costs (loss
words: Michelle McCullough images: Steven Webb consequences’. Many would-be borrowers have caution however, I advise my clients to
the amount of low deposit lending banks can of rent and advertising), repairs and
been turned down for spending too much on the really look at the net yield – what will
As a young girl Michele Webb loved singing into her It was not until a little later in life that Michele realised that we all get on well and work together as a team.” make. In December the CCCFA (Credit Contracts maintenance; property management
likes of Netflix and UberEats. Initial advice from your ‘actual’ income be once you deduct
and Consumer Finance Act) ushered in strict fees, insurance and rates. A bonus is that
hairbrush - little did she know that one day she would be that she could make a career out of singing. In honour of New Zealand Music Month, the band plan to the review is due out any day, followed by a more expenses such as maintenance,
new lending criteria and finally stock market as expenses these can be
able to turn this hobby into two successful careers. add more Kiwi classics to their set list, Michele said. comprehensive analysis in April. Hopefully the insurance, professional service
“I dropped music for a couple of decades turbulence has seen many KiwiSaver balances
review delivers some good news for borrowers. fees etc. You will often hear the
off-set against your income
When she is not busy making her clients look fabulous in nosedive, affecting those planning on using their when it comes to taxes.
her Rangiora hair salon Hi Gorgeous, Michele can be found
but still felt that I needed to sing. Singing is “We practise daily at home. Stephen has a bizarre medical
funds for a house deposit.
However, while the long term outlook has some net yield described as the rate
so expressive and releases a lot of energy. condition where he can’t go a few hours without playing encouraging signs, that’s of little comfort to kiwis of return. While there will be
rocking out on stage with her band MockingBird. the guitar. And we rehearse together weekly, which can be CoreLogic’s buyer classification data shows looking to buy their first home soon. variances in these costs, your
“Growing up in the seventies I remember singing my It wasn’t until I did well in a few singing competitions, a big commitment especially for Rob who comes up from that these changes are really starting to bite accountant will be able to provide Katrina Green
That’s where the expert help of a mortgage
heart out to groups like ABBA, Boney M, The Bee Gees and and had positive feedback from people around me in my Ashburton. We are constantly adding to our repertoire, first home buyers. In January first home buyers you with some guidelines around Operations Manager
adviser can make all the difference. From
thirties, that I thought I could give this another go. I’ve made up 24% of purchases compared to 26% estimates.
Property Management
Blondie. I loved the energy and vocal harmonies. My own plus we like to hang out together over a cheeky glass of red navigating the lending landscape to getting your E katrina.green@raywhite.com
enjoyed everything from singing karaoke, to being in a at the same time last year. Furthermore, data
musical journey started when my mother taught me to and talk about music, life, and have a laugh.” mortgage application shipshape, your Loan
duo, to being part of a showband performing tribute acts from credit reporting agency Centrix shows the
sing, play the piano and a little guitar. My sister and I sang MockingBird have a monthly residency at The Borough in percentage of successful home loan applications
Market adviser supports you at every step. (If this Rangiora | Pegasus | Kaiapoi | Papanui
up front regularly in church, with mum on piano. I was in like ABBA, Fleetwood Mac, Elvis and The Rocky Horror article tickles your fancy we suggest you check
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Michele is a vocalist, and plays the keys in MockingBird, audiences as a child, Michele said she still felt nervous
alongside friends Stephen Kennedy (lead guitar), Andrew before going on stage.
Groom (vocals and guitar), Amanda
Gray (bass) and Rob Zipfel (drums). “[The first time we performed] I think I peed my pants.
Just kidding, the nerves are always bubbling away but the
“MockingBird makes you dance. We amazing thing is that when the band starts up it all falls
are a party covers band performing away, and you’re in that space of being right where you
pop and rock songs across the belong. It’s almost instant. It’s funny because most of us
decades from the 1960s to now.
We are currently working on some
original material in the background.
It’s a lot of fun and we are learning a
in the band are quite introverted. Performing in front of
people can be nerve-wracking if you let it be. It can also
be exhilarating when you feel the power of the music and
the response of the audience. I find focusing on the ones
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Maimai Souvlaki with Angelo’s turmeric, cumin, salt and pepper. AUTUMN EATS
Released in time for the start of the hunting season, and fully endorsed by Famous Tzatziki Sauce Lightly brush some olive oil over the
Fish & Game New Zealand, Wild Kitchen chef Angelo Georgalli releases his Nothing beats a pocket of tasty pita bread and warm it on the BBQ.
third cookbook. goodness! With my Cypriot Greek Now to put these beauties together. LITTLE VINTAGE
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heritage, you know I love a good Carefully slice an opening into
I had a chance meeting with Angelo a few years ago – he is a passionate, chef, hunter and Souvlaki, and this tasty hunter’s the warm pita pocket. Add the
gatherer and I’m excited his latest recipe book coincides with another passion of mine – snack is lip-smackingly good. No tzatziki, the salad and the meat and Fabulous food, great
cooking with game, especially wild duck. - Dorothy cutlery needed! capsicum which have been removed
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Angelo makes Chef Angelo Georgalli SALAD lemon juice on top and finally add a
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feature writer: Michelle McCullough For a hearty meal, sweet treat, or a much-needed
caffeine fix, Artisan Café has what you need.
It’s time to Bring What You Can, and help your neighbours, friends, and
community this winter. From delicious artisan breads and mouth-watering
cream buns to bacon and eggs and curly fries, this
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Bring What You Can is part of a Canterbury- through a hard time. It often seems to be the to suit the whole family. Featuring a playroom and
wide initiative spearheaded by Bayleys. Now in people who have the least that give the most.
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comfy couches, and with two levels, there is plenty
its third year, the community-focused food drive We get a lot of pensioners coming in who are on of room for large family groups or sports team
aims to help thousands of families throughout very restricted incomes, bringing in several cans catch ups. Pram and wheelchair-friendly,
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Bayleys North Canterbury property consultant Salvation Army Rangiora Corps Officer Major Open daily 7am – 5pm 18 High Street, Rangiora
Jan McCormick said the local Bayleys office was Nigel De Maine said the organization was proud
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NEVER BEEN GREATER food and hygiene products.
“The cool thing about that is that
With Covid in the community, supplies in
Canterbury’s food banks are at an all-time low.
“We’ve chosen to partner with the Rangiora
Salvation Army so that the donations collected
we’re in partnership with food
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They say that Wellington is the destination salon for creative hair colour,
to make ends meet. That’s why we’re asking everyone around
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local food banks. people are helped in the area in which they’re spread out throughout North Canterbury. There
at Essence we think Rangiora is a North Canterbury.
Bring non perishables, like canned vegetables, contributing.” is a lot of need in the community. The working
poor are still out there. The wages haven’t
foodies dream.
spaghetti, soup and beans into any Bayleys office
A number of local schools were involved in Our highly skilled staff are incredibly
during the months of April and May, and we will
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make sure it is delivered to the food banks Bring What You Can, with some hosting mufti
who need it most. nuts, and then you have the everyday stuff on image: The Taste
and Moroccan to Chinese, fashion colour, with a unique laid back and
days and crazy hair days to collect cans, Jan
top of that.” Malaysian, Japanese and good friendly atmosphere, our salon is spacious
said.
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toast, Rangiora’s cafe scene is
mufti day, they have put up posters and put philanthropic activities undertaken by Bayleys’ owned boutiques.
““Thanks to Jan for her help, I will buzzing.
flyers in letterboxes.” staff throughout Canterbury. To get involved, Whether you need building supplies,
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our new builds and others in the future. please drop off donations of non-perishable parts for your car or just want to spruce
Jan said that the people of the Waimakariri and an ice-cold beer or cheeky
She’s awesome!” food and hygiene products to the Bayleys office up your wardrobe or living space, you
and Hurunui districts were “extraordinarily prosecco, the choices are endless.
at 251 High Street in Rangiora before the end of don’t need to travel far from home.
generous”. Prefer to dine at home without
Jan McCormick May. If you are unable to drop off your donation, Pick up a bargain at one of the town’s
“We have been blown away, especially when having to get spruced up or do the With the cooler months on the way, it’s time to treat
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jan.mccormick@bayleys.co.nz agent will pop round and pick it up. of Rangiora’s popular markets.
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The heart of the Rangiora retail scene some even offering home delivery. women’s boots, sneakers, and heels from some of the
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1.5km track is well maintained,
The Taste
locals shopping during the week, and visitors coming
making it an excellent walk for peo- expertly preserving our town’s history since 1960.
out at the weekend.
ple of all ages and fitness abilities. In addition to the Museum, the Rangiora Library
Stop at one of the many viewing The sense of community is amazing.
Not in the mood to cook? Then pop down is a hive of activity. More than just books, the There are a lot of older generations
to The Taste Asian Fusion House. platforms to check out the thriving Library runs several programmes for children, of families that are still here, like
local fauna and flora. The Ashley youth and adults, as well as having a number Robin Brown from New World. I
Originally called Little Yummy, this popular
Rakahuri Regional Park has some- of computers available for public use and think he is an amazing person,
restaurant has the same owners and same
talented chefs. Offering a mouth-watering
range of Chinese, Thai and Malaysian
inspired dishes, you can dine-in, takeaway
“All the street markets.
It’s really fun seeing the
whole town out.”
thing for everyone: from fishing and
birdwatching to walking and cycling,
Located within the park is the Mike
free Wi-Fi. The library is also home to the
Chamber Gallery - this chamber music
venue and dedicated art space hosts a
and he gives back so much
to the community. And we
also have a lot of new people
The Station
Open Tuesday to Sunday for breakfast,
Kean Walkway - this easy track fol- number of concerts and exhibitions by local moving here, which I
or have something delicious delivered Amei Courtney, 16, High School think is great.” brunch and lunch, The Station is located in
lows the Ashley River which is home and national musicians and artists
straight to your door. Student. a cosy corner of Rangiora.
to a number of rare and endangered every year. Jenna Broad, 38, owner Niche Gifts
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Rangiora, Juniper Distillery offers a range
of boutique, small batch gins. Try their
deliciously dry signature Juniper Jinn or the
creating stunning
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For those more adventurous family members, the
Ashley-Rakahuri BMX Track is open to the public, and
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embroidery, Quilters Quarters stocks “I always say Rangiora is a great place to
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Refresh your look with the highly skilled
If you haven’t checked out the vibrant mural in the
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stylists at Hair Handlers on High Street. The mural is titled In Our Hands, and has been wowing
Coffee Worx is North Canterbury’s award-
winning coffee roastery and we are proud The talented and experienced stylists offer first locals and visitors alike since its completion in March 2021. Proudly local and serving North Canterbury
class advice on all things hair. Stockist of Wella, The colourful mural features a range of native South Island
to be serving the people of Rangiora and
beyond with our premium coffee blends, Kerastase, GHD. The Hair Handlers Team pride flora and fauna including pīwakawaka, tui, and kiwi. It also
features a spectacular depiction of the now extinct
families for over 130 Years
either in our cafe or at home. themselves on client satisfaction.
Haast’s Eagle.
For a new you, make your next appointment at
Fresh coffee, roasted by your local
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coffee experts. with Keep New Zealand Beautiful and Resene. Based in (03) 313 8222 (24/7 hotline)
Cnr Ashley & Blackett St, Rangiora 101 High Street, Rangiora | (03) 313 6949 Amberley, NEST Arts Collective aims to support and promote
www.hairhandlers.co.nz creatives in the community.
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P (03) 423 3243 | www.coffeeworx.co.nz
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