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Hi all - when I lived in South Korea I loved that every eatery had free filtered water, often supplied in metal cups and UV sterilised in metal cabinets. Here in Godzone though it seems we get forced to purchase expensive bottled drinks and hence create waste - when all we want might just be tap … View moreHi all - when I lived in South Korea I loved that every eatery had free filtered water, often supplied in metal cups and UV sterilised in metal cabinets. Here in Godzone though it seems we get forced to purchase expensive bottled drinks and hence create waste - when all we want might just be tap water.
Do you know of any food halls that have free water?
Do you ever get made to feel bad for asking just for tap water - and have you been charged for it?
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North-west Auckland still has affordable homes but they can come with a minimum 90-minute commute into Auckland City.
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If you are not doing well at school, unhappy in your current job or sitting at home jobless, here’s a tip – the building industry is hiring. The booming housing sector and the ongoing Christchurch rebuild are fueling demand for builders and carpenters, with employers across New Zealand … View moreIf you are not doing well at school, unhappy in your current job or sitting at home jobless, here’s a tip – the building industry is hiring. The booming housing sector and the ongoing Christchurch rebuild are fueling demand for builders and carpenters, with employers across New Zealand desperate for fresh talent.
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Phone 0800 00 0055 or visit our website.
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This table converts from a dining table to a coffee table by simply changing the legs. This makes it ideal for apartment living (as I found myself). Purchased in the UK some 20 years ago, it's some sort of Malaysian hardwood. It's heavy and solid.
Dimensions:
Coffee Table Set Up … View moreThis table converts from a dining table to a coffee table by simply changing the legs. This makes it ideal for apartment living (as I found myself). Purchased in the UK some 20 years ago, it's some sort of Malaysian hardwood. It's heavy and solid.
Dimensions:
Coffee Table Set Up (short legs) - Height 46cm
Dining Table Set Up (long legs) - Height 77cm
Length - 152cm
Width - 90cm
Short legs length (excluding thread) - 25.5cm
Long legs length (excluding thread) - 56cm
Pick up Waiatarua
This is a solid wood cabinet. It is very heavy! You'll need two strong people to collect it. Some scratches on the top and a rubber ring mark in the top right hand corner. Tried to show in pictures. Once the feet are removed, this will fit into the back of your average station wagon. Note, … View moreThis is a solid wood cabinet. It is very heavy! You'll need two strong people to collect it. Some scratches on the top and a rubber ring mark in the top right hand corner. Tried to show in pictures. Once the feet are removed, this will fit into the back of your average station wagon. Note, none of the items in or on this piece come with it, it's just the cabinet for sale.
Dimensions: 40cm deep, 141.5cm wide, 88cm high at high end, 82 cm high at lower end.
Pick up is in Waiatarua.
Replica noguchi coffee table - oak. Some scratches in the glass, minor.
Small amount of work to be done to bring it back to its former glory (a section of the base could do with a sand and re-stained/oiled/varnished - see photos).
This table is inspired by the noguchi coffee table, designed by … View moreReplica noguchi coffee table - oak. Some scratches in the glass, minor.
Small amount of work to be done to bring it back to its former glory (a section of the base could do with a sand and re-stained/oiled/varnished - see photos).
This table is inspired by the noguchi coffee table, designed by Isamu Noguchi in 1944 with only three elements - a glass surface, plus two interlocking pieces of oak for the base - this design is simple and yet stunning. The table is crafted from oak with a tempered glass top.
measurements:
125 x 90 x 39cm (wxdxh)
materials:
american import fas grade solidwood base
19mm tempered glass top
Near mint condition. Treated at time of purchase (6 years ago) with scotch guard. Removable and washable covers. Feather filling, not sprung. Very comfortable - great to stretch out on. This is a heavy and solid couch.
Jumbo cord ultra-soft velour fabric, extremely durable, no signs of wear and … View moreNear mint condition. Treated at time of purchase (6 years ago) with scotch guard. Removable and washable covers. Feather filling, not sprung. Very comfortable - great to stretch out on. This is a heavy and solid couch.
Jumbo cord ultra-soft velour fabric, extremely durable, no signs of wear and tear on velour fabric.
Width - 230cm
Depth - 100cm
Height at back - 73cm
Seat depth with back cushion on - 61cm
Arm width - 25cm
Each seat cushion is 90cm wide
Also selling a second identical couch
Hey neighbours,
Are you among the many people in NZ battling mould in their homes? Did you tick yes to the census question about having a patch of mould bigger than an A4 piece of paper? If so, we'd love to talk to you.
We're working on an article for Homed to find out when you … View moreHey neighbours,
Are you among the many people in NZ battling mould in their homes? Did you tick yes to the census question about having a patch of mould bigger than an A4 piece of paper? If so, we'd love to talk to you.
We're working on an article for Homed to find out when you need to worry about mould and the best ways to tackle it. If you'd like to be involved, let us know the scale of the mould you're dealing with in the comments below, or email us at homed@stuff.co.nz and we'll be in touch.
And thanks! We're looking forward to hearing from you :)
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