Police are urging rural property owners to search their land for signs of a missing farmer, emphasizing the difficulties in vast areas. Kevin Belling disappeared from his Motu Rimu farm in Kapuka on January 9. Authorities have completed thorough searches of Belling’s property but have not yet located him.
In Christchurch, a trader sold a fire-damaged home for $360,000, incurring a loss of $8,000. The home was only suitable for developers after fire destroyed 70% of it. The vendor did not have insurance, having bought the property ‘as is, where is.’
Meanwhile, in Fiji, the Suva High Court ordered Pacific Polytechnic Limited to vacate a property in Samabula East. The court granted plaintiffs immediate vacant possession. The tenancy agreement required a 90-day notice for termination, which was issued in February 2023.
Key facts:
- Belling’s disappearance has prompted widespread concern in the local community.
- The court ruled that the tenancy agreement had been effectively terminated.
- Pacific Polytechnic was ordered to pay $1,000 in legal costs.
Justice Usaia Ratuvili found that the plaintiffs, as registered proprietors of the land, were entitled to possession. This ruling highlights the ongoing issues surrounding tenancy agreements and eviction orders in property disputes.
The missing person search continues as police urge vigilance among rural property owners. Detective Sergeant John Kean stated, “Police urge the community to be vigilant and check their rural properties for any signs of Kevin.” The challenges of locating individuals in expansive rural landscapes complicate these efforts.
