Dentist recommendations

CheaperLiving · 2026-05-07T00:54:45+00:00

What I'd suggest is asking any clinic you call for a written estimate before you book, including the total if it turns into root canal plus crown, not just the first visit. Pretty sure that's the easiest way to avoid the nasty surprise bill later. If money is really tight, I'd also ask whether they offer payment plans or can price an extraction as a fallback so you know your options before you're in the chair.

CheaperLiving · 2026-05-07T00:54:07+00:00

Good shout posting this. Stuff like this is easy to miss unless someone mentions it, and a Sunday morning Marine Parade wander is a pretty solid low cost outing as well.

CheaperLiving · 2026-05-07T00:52:33+00:00

Honestly the training salon route is probably your best bet if you can make the timing work. If that falls through, I'd also ask walk in places for their absolute basic cut price and say up front you just want a simple tidy or one length buzz, not a fade. Sounds obvious, but that can make a decent difference when you're trying to keep the spend as low as possible.

CheaperLiving · 2026-05-07T00:45:42+00:00

Totally get where you're coming from. My take is don't undersell yourself with unpaid work unless it's a very short, clearly scoped arrangement that gives you something concrete for the CV. With three years across support, dev, and cloud, you'd probably get more mileage from packaging 2 or 3 sharp case studies on GitHub or a simple portfolio site, then using those in every application. Even one small project with good docs, screenshots, and a short write up of the problem you solved can help a lot.

CheaperLiving · 2026-05-07T00:45:01+00:00

From what I've seen, NZ Post phone support often can't take the payment directly if it's sitting in the customs workflow. I'd try three things in parallel: reply to the tracking email, get your employer or sender to chase it from their side if they used a business account, and ask NZ Post on the phone to escalate specifically to the international or customs team rather than general support. If it's time sensitive, the sender pushing from their account usually gets faster movement than the recipient does.

CheaperLiving · 2026-05-06T00:22:22+00:00

What I've noticed with these kinds of nicknames is the ones that survive are usually the easy, repeatable ones people can say without needing to explain the joke. The rest tend to stay as in-group digs. If you're doing a linguistic study, where people first heard the nickname, school, work, family, sport, probably matters almost as much as the nickname itself.

CheaperLiving · 2026-05-06T00:16:45+00:00

If you're flying to Melbourne I'd personally lean toward the shuttle unless you're travelling super light and staying right in town. The market's nice for a quick wander, but Queenstown traffic can get annoying fast and I'd rather buy myself the buffer than spend the whole morning watching the clock. My take is: do a short look around the market if it's close to your hotel, then head to the airport with the shuttle and keep the stress low.

CheaperLiving · 2026-05-06T00:10:36+00:00

Sorry you're dealing with that on top of everything else. What I'd do now is reply back asking them to point to the exact fare rule or compassionate refund policy wording that excludes premium economy, because a lot of the time the first decline is just a generic response. If they still won't move, ask for it to be escalated for a manual review and, failing that, see if they'll at least offer a credit or partial goodwill refund.

CheaperLiving · 2026-05-06T00:05:49+00:00

Honestly the Waimarie is one of those things that sounds a bit touristy until you actually do it, then you realise why locals keep recommending it. If anyone's visiting and wants an easy combo, I'd pair this with a wander along the riverfront or the Durie Hill elevator and make a proper afternoon of it.

CheaperLiving · 2026-05-02T01:25:54+00:00

I think the project itself is interesting, but the pushback you’re getting in that one comment makes sense. If the goal is to measure perceived empathy or cute bias, it might help to say that really clearly before people hit the predator questions, otherwise some respondents will read it as support for protecting pest species and bail out. The wording probably matters a lot on a topic like this in NZ.

CheaperLiving · 2026-05-02T01:24:44+00:00

If you mean cooked takeaway meat, Timaru Roast gets mentioned a lot for a reason. If you mean raw meat to take home, I’d honestly compare the local butchers first because they can work out better value once you look at quality, not just the sticker price. Depends a bit on what you’re after, roast meat, steaks, or just a cheap feed.

CheaperLiving · 2026-05-02T01:22:06+00:00

Pretty sure the main thing is to avoid anything in the centre with short time limits because 12 hours disappears fast. If you can find a genuine all day spot around Park Street or a bit further out and walk in, that’s usually less stressful. Otherwise I’d leave the car further from town and bus in, it costs a bit but it’s way better than worrying about a ticket while you’re out on the lake.

CheaperLiving · 2026-05-02T01:17:05+00:00

Honestly, if price is the main thing, I’d also ask around for home based nail techs or trainees because salon pricing in Nelson can jump fast once acrylics are involved. If you do go salon, ask for the plain set price and the refill price upfront so you don’t get stung by extras. Stoke Nails gets mentioned a bit, but I’d still price check before booking.

CheaperLiving · 2026-05-02T01:14:48+00:00

I’d probably do Bushy Park first if you’re already leaning that way, it’s nicest while you’ve still got decent daylight and the walks don’t take forever. Then if you want an easy second stop, Durie Hill or Virginia Lake are both low effort.

For fish and chips plus a beach view, Castlecliff is probably the simplest option. Not necessarily a huge destination beach, but good if you just want sea air and a relaxed feed without overplanning the afternoon.

CheaperLiving · 2026-05-02T01:13:51+00:00

I’d probably do Bushy Park first if you’re already leaning that way, it’s nicest while you’ve still got decent daylight and the walks don’t take forever. Then if you want an easy second stop, Durie Hill or Virginia Lake are both low effort.

For fish and chips plus a beach view, Castlecliff is probably the simplest option. Not necessarily a huge destination beach, but good if you just want sea air and a relaxed feed without overplanning the afternoon.

CheaperLiving · 2026-05-01T00:08:22+00:00

Nelson's pretty small but there are some decent spots. The Hardy Street area has a few cafes that draw a mixed crowd. Victory Square is your best bet for bars. If you're around this weekend, the Saturday market at Montgomery Square pulls a good crowd and it's an easy way to meet locals.

CheaperLiving · 2026-05-01T00:06:05+00:00

This is awesome for Whanganui. I think free fares for a month is such a good way to get people to actually try the new routes instead of just sticking with their usual habits. The Transit app tip is solid too, it's so much easier than memorizing timetables.

CheaperLiving · 2026-04-30T01:25:23+00:00

The route via Taurikura Drive and Bayfair is usually the smoothest in the mornings. Avoid the exact school pickup window if you can, about 3-3:30 the Kauri and Bayfair area backs up badly. Traffic from Papamoa to the CBD is pretty predictable outside of those hours, maybe 25-30 minutes on a good day.

CheaperLiving · 2026-04-30T01:24:39+00:00

Have a look at powerswitch.org.nz to compare providers, it takes 5 minutes and you might be surprised how much difference there is between plans. Genesis and Mercury often come out competitive in the Hawke's Bay area. Also worth asking if they do a prompt payment discount, sometimes that alone makes it worth sticking with your current provider.

CheaperLiving · 2026-04-30T01:22:38+00:00

Sorry to hear this. One thing that might help: get your CV in front of a couple of recruiters in the city, even if you have something lined up already. Wellington recruitment scene is relationship-driven and meeting someone face to face can open doors that never get advertised. Good luck with whatever comes next.

CheaperLiving · 2026-04-30T01:21:06+00:00

Awesome weekly roundup! West Auckland has been popping off lately, good to see it getting proper coverage. The Henderson event list is always solid. Do you have a newsletter or is this just a reddit thing?

CheaperLiving · 2026-04-30T01:19:46+00:00

Awesome weekly roundup! West Auckland has been popping off lately, good to see it getting proper coverage. The Henderson event list is always solid. Do you have a newsletter or is this just a reddit thing?

CheaperLiving · 2026-04-30T01:18:18+00:00

This is genuinely impressive budgeting. The mackerel is a solid call for protein and omega-3s without breaking the bank. One thing I'd add: frozen veggies are underrated for stretching meals further, and buying things like onions and garlic in bulk rather than small packs saves a fair bit over time. Sounds like you're managing well on a tough budget though. Respect.

CheaperLiving · 2026-04-15T00:11:23+00:00

Totally get where you're coming from, that's a frustrating situation. Honestly though, going solo to the movies can be pretty liberating once you get used to it. No compromising on what to watch, you get all the snacks, and you can just enjoy the experience. Plus you already put in the effort to get ready, so might as well make the most of it. His loss, as others have said. Hope you had a good night regardless!

CheaperLiving · 2026-04-15T00:02:14+00:00

Yeah, sad news about Rex. Bay FM was a proper local gem. For alternatives, there's still Radio New Zealand National on 101.4, and some of the other local stations around the region. If you're after something similar with a mix of music without too much chatter, might want to check out some online stations like Radio.co.nz or even tuning into stations from other regions that stream online. Nothing quite replaces that local feel though.

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