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Two campervan tales: flood displacement in NZ and a Toyota Hiace breakdown

15.05.2026 23:01 1 min 1 source РУС
NZ Herald ENG

US tourists Marcus Laurin and Jane Alex bought a used Toyota Hiace for $17,000 for a working holiday in New Zealand, but the vehicle became undrivable within three weeks. The Motor Vehicle Disputes Tribunal awarded them partial costs after they had to purchase a second-hand engine to get the van back on the road.

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Campervan breakdown leads to tribunal ruling in New Zealand

15.05.2026 NZ Herald ENG Original source
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NZ New Zealand — fuel prices

Updated: 19.09.2026

Regular 91

$1.79 /l

NZD3.13 · €1.56/l

16 of 18

pricier than 83% of countries

Premium 95

$1.90 /l

NZD3.32 · €1.65/l

124 of 167

pricier than 74% of countries

Premium 98

$2.01 /l

NZD3.52 · €1.75/l

69 of 101

pricier than 67% of countries

100

$2.06 /l

NZD3.59 · €1.79/l

18 of 28

pricier than 61% of countries

Diesel

$1.61 /l

NZD2.82 · €1.40/l

91 of 166

pricier than 54% of countries

LPG

$1.10 /l

NZD1.93 · €0.96/l

43 of 55

pricier than 76% of countries

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NZMCA Motorhome, Caravan & Leisure Show to be held in Hamilton

The NZMCA Motorhome, Caravan & Leisure Show will take place from September 18-20 at Mystery Creek Events Centre in Hamilton, New Zealand. More than 230 exhibitors will be spread across two indoor pavilions, two accessory marquees and an expanded outdoor area. Visitors can compare the latest motorhomes and caravans, discover accessories and talk to industry experts. TrailLite's new ROADCRAFT motorhome range will make its public debut. A Doggy Daycare zone will be available for the first time. A Forthing Taikon PHEV SUV valued at $39,990 plus on-road costs will be given away. Gates open 9am-5pm on the first two days and 9am-4pm on the final day.

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The New Zealand Motor Caravan Association Motorhome, Caravan and Leisure Show will be held on September 18–20 at Mystery Creek. About a quarter of the 50 volunteers helping run the campground come from Cambridge and Te Awamutu. Roy and Michele Connell have owned the event since 2010; the park and stay campground is the club’s largest annual fundraiser and accommodates up to 1,700 motorhomes and caravans.

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