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NHBRC Warranty & Repairs: What's Covered After You Move In
Home maintenance becomes your responsibility when you sign your happy letter, but your NHBRC warranty still protects you against workmanship issues for up to five years.
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Estate Living and Being Neighbourly
A good neighbour policy makes all the difference in estate living. Discover simple ways to build community, handle conflict gracefully, and become the kind of neighbour everyone wants next door.
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House Defects After Purchase: Tips for Your First 90 Days
Discovering house defects after purchase is normal, but you only have 90 days to report them. Here's how Central Developments' after occupation repairs process works.
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Fibre Internet: How to Connect with Surf4Life
Get fast, uncapped fibre internet at home with Surf4Life, no contracts, no credit checks, and no throttling. Here's how to register and get your internet connection activated in no time.
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Home Additions and Alterations: NHBRC Rules and Approvals
Planning home additions or alterations? Any change to your original house structure can invalidate your NHBRC enrolment, unless you follow the right approval process.
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Must-Have On-Site Medical Services in Retirement Estates
Choosing a retirement village with frail care goes beyond lifestyle. It's about knowing help is available the moment it's needed. Here's what onsite medical services to look for.
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Emergency Repairs: Your 12-Month Home Warranty
Your new Central Developments home comes with a 12-month warranty covering emergency repairs to plumbing, electrical installations, the geyser, stove, and roof. Find out more.
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How to Use a Prepaid Electricity Meter: New Homeowners Guide
New to prepaid electricity? Here's how to buy prepaid electricity online and load your first token, including what happens to your balance during load shedding.