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Listen to the general public and you get to hear more nonsense than you get from most other sports.
Going Into the final at Bermuda and the amount of people who didn't know what the actual score was and what was the maximum number of races required. This included talk-back hosts.
Then … View moreListen to the general public and you get to hear more nonsense than you get from most other sports.
Going Into the final at Bermuda and the amount of people who didn't know what the actual score was and what was the maximum number of races required. This included talk-back hosts.
Then we had the guy who said that the previously cheating American team would race with two boats on what turned out the last day of racing in Bermuda and thereby shut or shunt out the NZ entry.
There was another guy who said if we win the thing the defence of it would be held in Dubai because Emirates was the major sponsor.
NZ will host the next America's Cup here in three-four years time and presuming it will be staged in Auckland won't be because of infrastructure from previous Cup regattas is there as the base that was used is no longer available.
Australian Jimmy Spithill was party to cheating in San Francisco in 2013 but otherwise appears to be a dashing and poignant winner and magnanimous loser.
But if he wants to be part of the next America's Cup it may not be in representing the USA. I am sure that rule changes will mean that almost all the crews-etc must be nationals on the boats they sail on or are in the 'background" as team members. This will be to NZ's advantage and should have been put in place years ago by NZ when we had the chance to make the rules and we would not have lost so many topliners to other syndicates.
One of the more amusing comments I heard this morning was a guy who said NZ should host our defence of the Cup on Lake Taupo and insist that all competitors must first sail their boats from their respective countries to the Lake. Some trip that would be. However it is likely that most if not all the competing boats will be built in NZ.
Join us this Sunday 2nd July at Queen Elizabeth Park to plant 5,000 trees in four hours. Free sausage sizzle and live music!
Please bring warm clothes, sturdy shoes and a spade, if you have one; otherwise we will provide spades.
Please RSVP to the Facebook event: goo.gl...
If you can't make… View moreJoin us this Sunday 2nd July at Queen Elizabeth Park to plant 5,000 trees in four hours. Free sausage sizzle and live music!
Please bring warm clothes, sturdy shoes and a spade, if you have one; otherwise we will provide spades.
Please RSVP to the Facebook event: goo.gl...
If you can't make this event, take a look at the other events we will be running over the next couple of months www.gw.govt.nz...
Sign up quickly to guarantee a place in the studio for the Holiday Art Programme in my studio/ gallery in Riverstone Terraces. Lots of fun and creativity.
TERESA SECKER ART
Contemporary New Zealand Artist (Bachelor of Arts & Graduate Diploma of Teaching)
ART HOLIDAY PROGRAMME FOR … View moreSign up quickly to guarantee a place in the studio for the Holiday Art Programme in my studio/ gallery in Riverstone Terraces. Lots of fun and creativity.
TERESA SECKER ART
Contemporary New Zealand Artist (Bachelor of Arts & Graduate Diploma of Teaching)
ART HOLIDAY PROGRAMME FOR CHILDREN
WEEK 1:Monday 10th – Friday 14th July
9:30am-12pm each morning. ENROLLING NOW!
Teresa Secker Studio/Gallery
75A Kirton Drive
Riverstone Terraces
Upper Hutt
Phone: 527 9397 for more information
$25 per session
Plus a once-off $10 materials cost for the week
Please bring your own: Large canvas or selection of canvas boards/canvas pad.
1 art apron/ painting clothes (Teresa Secker Art Aprons and canvas boards are for sale in the studio).
*Please bring along something personally significant like a toy/object or photo for inspiration. Also, if required, a snack to keep your energy up!
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL AS NUMBERS ARE LIMITED Classes are kept small to ensure good one on one attention. Please call or email for more details or to book a place in a weekly tutoring class. teresaseckerart@paradise.net.nz.
www.teresasecker.co.nz...
Please note: The Studio is down a lane, on a back section. Please park on the road side and walk down my driveway.
from 167D Parkes Line Rd, on Sunday afternoon 25th June. He is timid and escaped from the house.He has a small off white patch under his chin and striking tabby markings. His name is James but he does not know that yet! Please message rhilary1@gmail.com or text 027 2204066, if you see him or catch… View morefrom 167D Parkes Line Rd, on Sunday afternoon 25th June. He is timid and escaped from the house.He has a small off white patch under his chin and striking tabby markings. His name is James but he does not know that yet! Please message rhilary1@gmail.com or text 027 2204066, if you see him or catch him. Please check garages, sheds etc. Cheers Ruth
Hi all just wanted to let you all know cooper car groomers is offering a mid winter special on car grooming. 1 month from today $90 full groom with cut and polish
Hi everyone, thank you for your thoughts - it's been an interesting discussion! Comments are now closed.
The future of Upper Hutt's ratepayer-funded recycling service in Upper Hutt is under scrutiny.
Setup and operational costs have been higher than expected while tonnage figures … View moreHi everyone, thank you for your thoughts - it's been an interesting discussion! Comments are now closed.
The future of Upper Hutt's ratepayer-funded recycling service in Upper Hutt is under scrutiny.
Setup and operational costs have been higher than expected while tonnage figures for the city overall indicate the number of people recycling has not increased, a city council report says.
What do you think? Have you used the service often? Is it worth the money put in? Comments may be used in print unless stated otherwise with NFP (Not For Print).
From Dumbledore in Harry Potter, to Mr Holland in Mr Holland's Opus, to Miss Honey in Roald Dahl's famous Matilda, great teachers inspire us all. In New Zealand, Kiwi IT developers are giving teaching a hi-tech upgrade with the creation of robotic maths tutor Amy - but even they admit … View moreFrom Dumbledore in Harry Potter, to Mr Holland in Mr Holland's Opus, to Miss Honey in Roald Dahl's famous Matilda, great teachers inspire us all. In New Zealand, Kiwi IT developers are giving teaching a hi-tech upgrade with the creation of robotic maths tutor Amy - but even they admit robots will never replace the real thing. Nominations are now open for the Favourite Teacher Awards – tell us about the teacher who has inspired you or your children.
www.FavouriteTeacher.co.nz...
I am after pinecones can collect let me know how much and where I can collect or phone me on 045289635
Clean fully furnished room. Only one bedroom to rent in a 3-bedroom house with 2 bathrooms. The house is in a sought after well-established new extension in Upper Hutt, Kingsleigh Heights.
Less than 5min drive to Upper Hutt Station and 20 minutes’ walk. Free Internet. Shared common facilities.… View moreClean fully furnished room. Only one bedroom to rent in a 3-bedroom house with 2 bathrooms. The house is in a sought after well-established new extension in Upper Hutt, Kingsleigh Heights.
Less than 5min drive to Upper Hutt Station and 20 minutes’ walk. Free Internet. Shared common facilities. Students and Professionals only.
Rent and expenses include Power, Water, Internet, Parking, Furniture, Shared common areas.
Suitable for one tenant (Lady) or a couple in a professional career. Arrange to have a single or double bed. Referrals and credit checks will be required.
To make an enquiry or to book an appointment to view – reply on this site and add your contact detail, we will call you back to arrange a viewing time. Alternatively call or text Miranda 021 258 0099
No smokers.
No pets
Had a one-off dream several years ago when the Lions were touring Australia. I dreamt that the final score of the Lions V Force would be (from memory) 69-17 in favour of the touring Lions (or whatever the score actually was). So I won some money through the TAB.
So last evening whilst … View moreHad a one-off dream several years ago when the Lions were touring Australia. I dreamt that the final score of the Lions V Force would be (from memory) 69-17 in favour of the touring Lions (or whatever the score actually was). So I won some money through the TAB.
So last evening whilst looking at a sports channel on tv I closed my eyes and thought of the ABs-Lions first test and the score of 14-33 lit up.
Is that going to be tonight's result? It wasn't a dream - just something that became visual in my mind with my eyes closed.
I can't say who was the winner. I hope like hell it's the ABs. But here is the thing - the first score was 14 and being a home game for the ABs, their score comes up first (from left to right)?????????
Check out Sustainability Trust's school holiday programme Wilderkids. Kids aged 5 to 12 will enjoy a hands-on, outdoors adventure in Wellington's Town Belt. Different activities every day - building tree huts, bug hunting, making bee hotels, planting seeds, and lots more. Ten free places … View moreCheck out Sustainability Trust's school holiday programme Wilderkids. Kids aged 5 to 12 will enjoy a hands-on, outdoors adventure in Wellington's Town Belt. Different activities every day - building tree huts, bug hunting, making bee hotels, planting seeds, and lots more. Ten free places for Community Services Card holders. Check the full programme and book here.
Mix up a kiwi favourite by purchasing 2 Maggi packet soup mix and 2 Nestlé Reduced Cream Cans and you'll get a free dipping bowl to enjoy your dip! Find your local SuperValue store and get your free bowl today! There are 4 Bowl Designs to Collect!
All SuperValue supermarkets will have the … View moreMix up a kiwi favourite by purchasing 2 Maggi packet soup mix and 2 Nestlé Reduced Cream Cans and you'll get a free dipping bowl to enjoy your dip! Find your local SuperValue store and get your free bowl today! There are 4 Bowl Designs to Collect!
All SuperValue supermarkets will have the bowls available in-store until while stocks last, so get in quick!
O.k. Neighbours here it is ...
Top Tip Number 2.
Add a Deck If you have the room adding a deck is one of the simplest ways to increase the value of your property. A deck is one of the best ways to create the much-desired ‘indoor-outdoor flow’. They’re also great for entertaining, … View moreO.k. Neighbours here it is ...
Top Tip Number 2.
Add a Deck If you have the room adding a deck is one of the simplest ways to increase the value of your property. A deck is one of the best ways to create the much-desired ‘indoor-outdoor flow’. They’re also great for entertaining, something potential homebuyers will want to visualise when inspecting properties.
Come along and weave a star with the One Million Stars to End Violence project this Sunday 25 June from 11am - 3pm.
All stars will feature in a large scale public art installation during the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games, sending a visible message of hope and compassion around the world.
Looking for a Science tutor or Maths up to Level 1 (Yr11)?
I am an NCEA exam experienced teacher who can tutor all Sciences to L3 and Maths to L1.
For those joining in Term 2 only
- 10% early payment discount
- 10th lesson free
Dr Sarah Russell
Contact: 027 526 3299
e-mail: … View moreLooking for a Science tutor or Maths up to Level 1 (Yr11)?
I am an NCEA exam experienced teacher who can tutor all Sciences to L3 and Maths to L1.
For those joining in Term 2 only
- 10% early payment discount
- 10th lesson free
Dr Sarah Russell
Contact: 027 526 3299
e-mail: sjrussell75@gmail.com
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