{
  "id": 14517264,
  "title": "New Zealand couple turned abandoned school into home; now asks over NZ$595,000",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/new-zealand-couple-turned-abandoned-school-into-home-now-asks-over-nz",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-14T18:25:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Times of India",
    "slug": "times-of-india",
    "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/real-estate/news/a-new-zealand-couple-bought-an-abandoned-school-then-spent-three-years-and-about-nz250000-turning-the-classroom-into-a-home-and-chalet-the-property-is-now-listed-for-enquiries-over-nz595000/articleshow/134920201.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": null,
  "summary": "After acquiring a rundown school in Tokanui, Ian and Sue Rogers dedicated years and around NZ$250,000 to revitalize the property, successfully turning it into a beloved family residence. They maintained many of the school’s original features, which highlight its rich history. They even converted a damaged swimming pool into a delightful chalet. Eager for their next venture, the couple has decided…",
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}