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COVID-19 Protection Framework information

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Changes to the healthy homes standards

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Changes to the healthy homes standards came into force on 12 May 2022.

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Changes to the healthy homes standards

Market rent in Avondale (Auckland) 01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 2022

  • Bonds 2286
  • Lower ($)510
  • Median ($)620
  • Upper ($)700

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Tenancy laws have changed

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News

  • 25 July 2022 Safety for children around blinds and window shades with cords Tenancy Services is working with Consumer Protection to raise awareness of the deadly combination of loose cords and young children in homes.
  • 13 May 2022 Tenancy services to replace the bond system Work is now underway to replace the current tenancy bond system with a new one that is more user-friendly and fit for purpose.
  • 12 May 2022 Updates to the healthy homes standards take effect today Updates to the healthy homes standards take effect today.
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