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New Zealand's news has been dominated by a family of rowdy British holidaymakers this past week, and it hasn't gone unnoticed by the world. From Reuters, to the Mirror and Daily Mail, international media have picked up on the sensation, with stories highlighting how journalists have been … View moreNew Zealand's news has been dominated by a family of rowdy British holidaymakers this past week, and it hasn't gone unnoticed by the world. From Reuters, to the Mirror and Daily Mail, international media have picked up on the sensation, with stories highlighting how journalists have been threatened and deportation notices have been issued. "A group of British tourists has been asked to leave New Zealand after they were reported for shoplifting, littering, threatening residents and causing chaos," international news organisation Reuters reported this week. The debacle traces back to Sunday when the group of travellers, initially thought to be Irish, were confronted by a group of beachgoers at Auckland's Takapuna Beach after allegedly leaving a huge pile of rubbish behind. The young woman who approached them, Aucklander Krista Curnow, told on Monday she felt threatened by members of the group, and video she posted showed a young boy telling her he'd knock her brains out. The incident struck a nerve with New Zealanders, with many calling for the holidaymakers to be deported from the country. "We live in one of the most beautiful countries in the world; how dare people come to New Zealand and disrespect our country?" Ms Curnow said. Channel News Asia quoted Auckland Mayor Phil Goff as calling the tourists "trash" and "leeches". The article then highlighted how the Mayor told a student radio station he'd "like to see them out of the country". Multiple restaurant owners came forward following the incident alleging the group refused to pay the bill for their meals. One curry restaurant in Northcote was allegedly left $250 out of pocket after the group refused to pay. When images of the group surfaced online, Australian media linked them to travellers who were run out of Queensland in Australia in 2018 after they were accused of scamming restaurants and residents of thousands of dollars. Media attention covering the travellers intensified from there, as the group moved on to Hamilton, where a 26-year-old woman, Tina Marie Cash, pleaded guilty to two counts of theft in the Hamilton District Court.
British tabloid The Sun jumped on the story, publishing an article about where Cash allegedly used to live in Leicestershire in the English Midlands. A journalist for the tabloid visited village where a local said they were terrorised by the group's anti-social behaviour. The Mirror also ran a story on the holidaymakers, highlighting how Cash admitted to theft charges and that the family faced deportation after being met by authorities in Hamilton on Tuesday. British tabloid the Daily Mail ran an article on the group which has been shared on social media over 5000 times. The article alleges that the tourists put ants and hair in their meals in an attempt to get meals for free at restaurants. The sightings kept on coming, and by Thursday, New Zealand's major media outlets all seemed to be following the holidaymakers' every move. The group was spotted in Levin on Thursday, and were described by a motel employee as "polite" and saying they "would be welcome back again". Levin Mayor Michael Feyen warned people in the area to watch out for group after they caused trouble in Auckland and Hamilton. But the motel worker said the warning was "over the top" and said he hadn't witnessed any reason to suggest they were bad people. The holidaymakers are now understood to be in Wellington, where they have already caused trouble by lying about a motel booking. A woman, who appeared to be in her 40s, told Newlands Court Motel manager Wayne Xuan that the group had booked a studio room when she hadn't. British High Commissioner to New Zealand, Laura Clarke, told Newstalk ZB she couldn't simply deport the travellers, as that would be "overreaching" her powers.
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Two salmon products are being recalled because they may contain listeria.
The New Zealand King Salmon Co. Ltd has recalled a specific batch of its Southern Ocean brand New Zealand King Salmon Smoked Pieces and Regal Marlborough King Salmon brand Cold Smoked Salmon which may contain Listeria … View moreTwo salmon products are being recalled because they may contain listeria.
The New Zealand King Salmon Co. Ltd has recalled a specific batch of its Southern Ocean brand New Zealand King Salmon Smoked Pieces and Regal Marlborough King Salmon brand Cold Smoked Salmon which may contain Listeria monocytogenes bacteria.
The affected batch is coded with M362D or M362N. The recall did not apply to any other Regal Marlborough or Southern Ocean brand products.
Consumers are being asked to check batch numbers and not consume the affected salmon, which was sold 200g and 500g vacuum packs.
The recall was a precautionary measure after test results for a single sample in the affected batch suggested it contained listeria. Read more here.
Revolutionary leader Nelson Mandela – known by his tribe as Madiba – would have been 100 this year. In celebration of his birthday and his legacy, a compelling new stage show, Madiba the Musical – a Celebration of Nelson Mandela is coming to Auckland.
This international production is … View moreRevolutionary leader Nelson Mandela – known by his tribe as Madiba – would have been 100 this year. In celebration of his birthday and his legacy, a compelling new stage show, Madiba the Musical – a Celebration of Nelson Mandela is coming to Auckland.
This international production is interwoven with stories of the fight against apartheid and forbidden love in a troubled land. The musical pays tribute to New Zealand and the dramatic part it played in bringing an end to apartheid.
We have 10 double passes to give away to the show Madiba, the musical, which will take place on January 25 at the Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna. Like or thank this post to go into the draw.
Make Tegel's Rosemary & Garlic Boneless Stuffed Chicken your Summer roast. Served with a delicious Parsnip & Pea Mash and drizzled with a Rosemary Balsamic Glaze, your guests will love this modern twist on a family classic.
Plus our boneless chicken roasts are designed with … View moreMake Tegel's Rosemary & Garlic Boneless Stuffed Chicken your Summer roast. Served with a delicious Parsnip & Pea Mash and drizzled with a Rosemary Balsamic Glaze, your guests will love this modern twist on a family classic.
Plus our boneless chicken roasts are designed with convenience in mind; they're in a ready-to-cook tray. Simply peel back the lid, put it in the oven and get back to that game of backyard cricket.
Set yourself up in a well-paying and challenging career in 2019, training in Executive Studies . This 36-week course leads to fulfilling roles in law firms, government departments and a wide range of organisations. You’ll graduate with the expertise to support lawyers in meeting the needs of … View moreSet yourself up in a well-paying and challenging career in 2019, training in Executive Studies . This 36-week course leads to fulfilling roles in law firms, government departments and a wide range of organisations. You’ll graduate with the expertise to support lawyers in meeting the needs of their clients.
At NZMA we offer the only classroom-based Legal Executive Studies programme in New Zealand and learning is really flexible. Study this course for 36 weeks’ full time or choose part-time study in the afternoons and evenings in central Auckland and fit it around your life.
With more than 4000 parks across the region, including 27 regional parks and the local park down the road, we are spoilt for choice. From walking, camping and kayaking to picnicking, mountain biking, swimming and fishing, there is a whole heap of activities to enjoy.
To help you beat the heat this summer we've come up with this simple and tasty NSNZ-inspired recipe for you to share with neighbours, family, and friends.
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Having the convenience for the customer to shop online and making this happen at an affordable price in the coming year 2019 is where eCommerce walks in...
Hi neighbours,
Are you disgusted by the amount of unnecessary plastic packaging for products sold in supermarkets?
We've gotten rid of plastic bags from our supermarkets, but many shoppers reckon that should only be the beginning.
A national day of plastic protest has been organised, … View moreHi neighbours,
Are you disgusted by the amount of unnecessary plastic packaging for products sold in supermarkets?
We've gotten rid of plastic bags from our supermarkets, but many shoppers reckon that should only be the beginning.
A national day of plastic protest has been organised, encouraging shoppers to unwrap and leave unnecessary plastic packaging behind at supermarkets.
To read more, click here.
Will you be taking part in the national day of action against plastic packaging?
West Auckland police are on the lookout for a burglar with a penchant for sex toys and DVDs. A pol…
Listings on Facebook and TradeMe show shared rooms available to between $75 and $150 per week with only one bed available. Not all of them explicitly state the bed will be shared, although many feature only photos of one bed and no room for another while asking for people to share a room. One ad … View moreListings on Facebook and TradeMe show shared rooms available to between $75 and $150 per week with only one bed available. Not all of them explicitly state the bed will be shared, although many feature only photos of one bed and no room for another while asking for people to share a room. One ad lays it all out though, explaining that for $150 per week a (male) flatmate could share a double bed with another person.
"Two bedroom apartment with 2 bathrooms. Double bedroom to share with a male student. There is one double bed to be shared with other person." The apartment does not allow smokers or pets. Renters advocacy group Renters United spokesperson Robert Whitaker told Newshub the group has not been made aware of the issue of bed sharing, but he was not surprised. "It reflects the continued pressure that the private rental sector is under. For the last decade renters have been forced to absorb the problems that our out of control housing market created, with more and more overcrowding as renters try to meet the escalating cost of renting by squeezing more and more people into their houses. "Lounges are turned into bedrooms, bedrooms become shared and eventually, inevitably, strangers are forced to share beds." Mr Whitaker said overcrowding in housing comes with its own risks including aiding the spread of various diseases and contributing the extra dampness in the home. Fixing the situation is going to be a lot of work though. "We need a lot more stable and affordable housing built across the market," Mr Whitaker said. "We need more public housing for those on low incomes and owner-occupied housing for those on middle incomes to reduce the pressure on the private rental sector, but that will take time to have an effect. "In the meantime, we need renting to be more stable and affordable so people aren't forced into overcrowded homes just to make ends meet."
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Each year thousands of anonymous, everyday New Zealanders give part of themselves away for nothing i…
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The Liion battery is changing the way we manage hearing aids. The new generation of rechargeable hearing aids means the days of having to remember to change the battery before we go out to that important meeting or dinner or having the hearing aid stop half way through the wedding are a thing of … View moreThe Liion battery is changing the way we manage hearing aids. The new generation of rechargeable hearing aids means the days of having to remember to change the battery before we go out to that important meeting or dinner or having the hearing aid stop half way through the wedding are a thing of the past.
The new rechargeable systems have up to two days’ use in a single charge, a “battery pack” that gives you two extra charges if you happen to be away from home (and the charger) and the battery life is 3-5 years minimum.
Because of our independence at Audiology Associates we have access to all the current manufacturers of Liion technology and help you get the system that suits your needs as well as your budget
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