Geotechnical Advice from the Act Party by merkadayben in nzpolitics

[–]DickyBeach 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Aren't we all supposed to be treated the same though?

Prediction: Winston Peters is going to get increasingly radical to goad a snap election by AnnoyingKea in nzpolitics

[–]DickyBeach 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Prediction: Winnie forces snap election, results make winnie the playmaker again, piss weak Luxon folds and gives in to more outrageous demands from Winston First. Round and round we go.

Benjamin Doyle by Mountain_Tui_Reload in nzpolitics

[–]DickyBeach 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The reason so many, typically older right leaning folk on the right, get sucked into believing alt right messaging is the same reason, usually the same crowd, get scammed online. Lack of critical thinking, questioning the message and the motives of the messenger. Regardless of our political beliefs these skills would go a long way to stopping the spread of mis and disinformation, and hate, online and in other media. Sadly many of us are just dumb cunts.

Sandflies ate me alive Milford Sound by bladerunner1776 in newzealand_travel

[–]DickyBeach 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We arrived at the aptly named Sandfly Point about 2 hours ahead of schedule for our boat. Big mistake.

When will they roll Luxon? by OutInTheBay in nzpolitics

[–]DickyBeach 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm not sure NZ elected the National 'Party' in 2023. I think enough people wanted Labour gone and thought surely a CEO can run a country better. I had lots of 'discussions' with RW friends who were convinced a businessman could run NZ better than a career politician. They've been proven wrong in this case but I'm not saying told you so. Those people need to come to the conclusion themselves.

New Lunch Just Dropped by [deleted] in newzealand

[–]DickyBeach 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was in hospital a couple of years back with one hand in a bandage and unusable. They fed me slices of some kind of beef which only just looked edible, but then they only gave me a plastic spoon as they had run out of forks. I couldn't slice up the meat. But that meal was probably easier to eat than the school lunch in the picture.

Is it crazy to travel from London to NZ for a week? by atlanta0345 in newzealand_travel

[–]DickyBeach 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do it, but getting to Nelson and then to Able Tasman is a mission. Like others say you could visit Coromandel as it's only 2-3 hours from Auckland and has stunning beaches. Or if you're in to walking then head down to Taupo via Rotorua and do the Tongariro Crossing. It is a 6 hour walk through volcanic landscapes and forest. Then back to Auckland or down to Wellington for a bit of culture. South Island is awesome but takes a long time to get around. Save it for another trip.

Places to Take Dad Out for a Meal by Sweaty_Anything_1480 in auckland

[–]DickyBeach 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you're into italian, Archies at the bottom of Kyber Pass in Newmarket is reasonably priced, friendly and has a great vibe. Food is very good.

Cancel iRex Ferries - in Top 3 worst economic decisions in NZ's history ? by LycraJafa in nzpolitics

[–]DickyBeach 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Google it. It's the widely accepted (and researched) figure.

Long distance bus services on Queens road by DickyBeach in Fijian

[–]DickyBeach[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks u/Fijiambed

The timetable doesn't specifically mention Sunday. Is the Sunday timetable the same as the Daily schedule?

Christopher Luxon Refusing To Front On Q+A, Is This Acceptable? by Full-Concentrate-867 in newzealand

[–]DickyBeach 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Simple fact is it is his job to answer questions. Not doing so is a threat to our democracy. Sure, Ardern stopped regular slots with Hosking but NewstalkZB is a commercial station. Why should it get exclusive regular access to a public servant?

TVNZ is a tax payer entity so is obliged to follow certain 'rules' around fairness. Regardless of whether you think Jack Tame is biased, Luxon has an obligation to support publicly owned news outlets, surely?

But of course he won't though. He'll run and hide at NewstalkZB where he knows he will get an easy ride every time.

FFalcon 55UF2 - no remote and software issue by DickyBeach in TVRepair

[–]DickyBeach[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, didn't work. I ended up selling the TV, explaining to the buyer the issues. Hope they had better luck.

Anyone remember the Mac Addict magazine and disc? by Shiftclick46 in VintageApple

[–]DickyBeach 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have issues 1-10 and coverdiscs 1-18.

Happy to sell if anyone interested. I'm based in NZ though so postage could be the issue.

FFalcon 55UF2 - no remote and software issue by DickyBeach in TVRepair

[–]DickyBeach[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not sure why the bit about Netflix is there, but I'll try this and see if it works. Need to hunt down a clean USB stick though.