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In the morning , I'm on the 6.30am Skip bus to Auckland . A lot of people are still on holiday , so it will be interesting to see how many people are on it . It gets to Sky City Auckland by 8.30 . Cost $11 incl booking fee and credit card fee .
At 5.30pm , I'm coming back , also on Skip … View moreIn the morning , I'm on the 6.30am Skip bus to Auckland . A lot of people are still on holiday , so it will be interesting to see how many people are on it . It gets to Sky City Auckland by 8.30 . Cost $11 incl booking fee and credit card fee .
At 5.30pm , I'm coming back , also on Skip -- get back 7.30pm . Another $11 .
I don't actually have much to do in Auckland , but I have a cunning plan . So I want to see what the bus service is like , and arguably I should have waited a couple of weeks , until most commuters are back at work .
See -- I have a plan . It appears a crowd funded commuter bus service could be operational , with all the NZTA legal requirements , within 3 months .
On-line ticketing would take a bit of effort from the boffins . Registration with NZTA seems logical if you follow their guidelines , don't cut corners . It appears you don't even need to file any planned routes or anything -- you do if you are wanting to operate Urban ( subsidised ) services . You would want to ask permission to use bus stops , but if King Andrew says No , as they are public places and publicly funded , it appears they can't stop you . The Transport Centre is slightly different -- even though it is publicly funded and a public place , it does have different rules .
Even the buses themselves aren't a huge problem -- you want nice , and a bit of room . I don't think you want 55 seater coaches initially -- in my head , I reckon 2 x 25 seaters ( 15 year old ones seem to be around $50K ) and 2 long wheelbase , high roof vans , like Transits or Hi Aces -- around $25-30 k each .
Anyway , anyone interested , I'll do some updates , and I reckon that collectively a few people can put together something that will cover costs and maybe make a return , probably work in with Skip timetables to get 2 or 3 buses a day each way .
By the way , I don't work in Auckland , I don't want to be a huge spoiler , but by a few people using a few brains , we can completely show up the 'backers' ( local and Govt politicians , and NZTA ) of the $120-150 million dollar train drain .
We visited this really nice walkway last weekend - a really nice spot with pleasantly changing scenery over a relatively short walk. Of course I had the smoke machine with me - I use glycerin in an insect fogger which is harmless to the environment www.springbokphotography.com... Actually a few … View moreWe visited this really nice walkway last weekend - a really nice spot with pleasantly changing scenery over a relatively short walk. Of course I had the smoke machine with me - I use glycerin in an insect fogger which is harmless to the environment www.springbokphotography.com... Actually a few weeks ago someone rented it for the weekend for a wedding shoot - it turned out to be Sarah Walker's wedding. I've included a picture from her instagram post.
This guy has stolen over $400 worth of products from Fairfield pharmacy on the 23/1/19 including shoe inner soles, sunglasses and gift products. Retailers be vigilant please
The Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival is on 20 Feb – 3 March, and we’re bringing a few different events to the mix this year.
Don’t miss the NZ premiere of circus-cabaret Deluxe Deluxe! Explore the gardens in ways you’ve never done so before with interactive garden experiences, or enjoy a … View moreThe Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival is on 20 Feb – 3 March, and we’re bringing a few different events to the mix this year.
Don’t miss the NZ premiere of circus-cabaret Deluxe Deluxe! Explore the gardens in ways you’ve never done so before with interactive garden experiences, or enjoy a line-up of emerging young opera stars on the Waikato River Explorer.
Book your tickets now through Ticketek to secure your place at one, two or ten of our exciting events. We'd love to see you there.
Sally and Bronwyn
Festival Co-Directors
Junior doctors at Waikato Hospital and other District Health Boards are striking from 8am on Tuesday 29 January to 8am on Thursday 31 January. Services will be affected as there will be fewer staff on duty. We will be deferring some appointments for surgery, treatments and outpatient clinics and … View moreJunior doctors at Waikato Hospital and other District Health Boards are striking from 8am on Tuesday 29 January to 8am on Thursday 31 January. Services will be affected as there will be fewer staff on duty. We will be deferring some appointments for surgery, treatments and outpatient clinics and giving priority to an emergency, intensive care and maternity.
All patients whose operations or clinical appointments are affected by the strike will be notified by telephone. Not all clinics are being deferred, so if you have not been notified please call the service to confirm. If you are unsure please call 0800 276 216. Please save the hospital Emergency Department for emergencies.
If your illness or injury is not urgent, you may face long delays. Go to your family doctor or local accident and medical centre
Contact Healthline on 0800 611 611 for advice from a trained professional Need mental health support and someone to talk to? Free call or text 1737 any time, 24 hours a day. You’ll get to talk to (or text with) a trained counsellor.
Should the strike notice be lifted, services will resume.
Thank you for your patience.
www.waikatodhb.health.nz/strike
The lady fourth from the right is my great, great Grandmother. These two photos were taken in the Nelson region in 1875 and 1913 - 38 years apart. The same people in the same positions!
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Your generosity is helping to ensure we have another successful Wasp Wipeout season this summer. Baiting is about to start in some areas so thank you to those who are volunteering to help put it out. You can donate to Wasp Wipeout here: givealittle.co.nz... or find out more here: … View moreYour generosity is helping to ensure we have another successful Wasp Wipeout season this summer. Baiting is about to start in some areas so thank you to those who are volunteering to help put it out. You can donate to Wasp Wipeout here: givealittle.co.nz... or find out more here: www.stuff.co.nz...
Get ready for a scorching week and a taste of a real Australian heatwave.
Things will begin heating up from Saturday afternoon. Right through next week, many New Zealanders will sweat their way through temperatures above 30 degrees Celsius, possibly into the mid-30s or higher in some sheltered … View moreGet ready for a scorching week and a taste of a real Australian heatwave.
Things will begin heating up from Saturday afternoon. Right through next week, many New Zealanders will sweat their way through temperatures above 30 degrees Celsius, possibly into the mid-30s or higher in some sheltered spots.
Probable hot spots include Hamilton, Rotorua, Taupō, Taumarunui, Taihape, Palmerston North, Blenheim, Hanmer Springs, Methven, Fairlie, Wanaka, Alexandra and Cromwell. Read more here.
Personal trainer Alison Storey's weekly column, Storey on Sport, answers your questions on fitness a…
Hi neighbours,
The countdown is on to the NZ Sevens - and the real question is, what are you going to wear?
With the help of some kind locals, Cambridge resident Maioro Barton, whose name often gets mistaken for Mario, has transformed into Super Mario himself.
Maioro's impressive moustache … View moreHi neighbours,
The countdown is on to the NZ Sevens - and the real question is, what are you going to wear?
With the help of some kind locals, Cambridge resident Maioro Barton, whose name often gets mistaken for Mario, has transformed into Super Mario himself.
Maioro's impressive moustache and decked out wheelchair are bound to turn heads at the event - do you think you can top his eye-catching get-up?
Are you going to the Sevens? Will you be pulling out all the stops when it comes to your costume? We'd love to hear your best dress-up ideas.
To read more, click here.
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This spectacular free range butterflied chicken from Tegel will be the star of the table. Seasoned with tasty Peri Peri marinade it's perfectly matched with Tzatziki yoghurt dip and fragrant couscous.
Try cooking it on the BBQ; it takes less time than a standard chicken plus it'll … View moreThis spectacular free range butterflied chicken from Tegel will be the star of the table. Seasoned with tasty Peri Peri marinade it's perfectly matched with Tzatziki yoghurt dip and fragrant couscous.
Try cooking it on the BBQ; it takes less time than a standard chicken plus it'll pick up all those fabulous barbecue flavours.
Combine good company with good food and your summer will be sizzling
2 x HCS boys grey uniform shorts
1 size S - bought from Kukri, very good condition
65% polyester, 35% viscose
Measures 80 cm around waist/hips, and can be adjusted to fit smaller waist as has an adjustable buttoned waistband
2nd pair is size 80, Argyle brand, bought from the school
45% wool,… View more2 x HCS boys grey uniform shorts
1 size S - bought from Kukri, very good condition
65% polyester, 35% viscose
Measures 80 cm around waist/hips, and can be adjusted to fit smaller waist as has an adjustable buttoned waistband
2nd pair is size 80, Argyle brand, bought from the school
45% wool, 55% polyester
2 small tears to the fabric, good for a spare pair
Measures slightly smaller than 80cm around waist/hips and can be adjusted to fit smaller waist as has an adjustable buttoned waistband
Both fit my son in Year 10, age 14-15+
Feel free to get in touch and try on first
Please see my other HCS boys uniform listings
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