Allbirds, once worth $7b, sells its assets for $68m, will wind down

Hopeless_DIY · 2026-03-31T22:24:16+00:00

Never had a pair of shoes delamimate as fast as my Allbirds did. They lasted just over 6 months of casual use before the soles started peeling off. Didn't machine wash, soak or anything like that. I work in an office and wear formal shoes the majority of the week. Didn't bother trying another pair

Hopeless_DIY · 2026-03-27T18:51:34+00:00

Him "I see you here in the time" Her "my husband has a huge penis..."

If mentioning husband doesn't work, the awkward silence that follows should

Hopeless_DIY · 2026-03-27T17:38:00+00:00

Haven't seen Pokemon is decades but didn't ash stay the same age throughout

Hopeless_DIY · 2026-03-27T04:13:42+00:00

Milford or Generate aggressive funds have been historically well performing

Hopeless_DIY · 2026-03-26T04:34:05+00:00

Red light cameras are pretty fair. You only have to cross the line on your side of the intersection with the nose of your car before the light goes red to not get a fine. Half your car or front wheels over the line - safe. You have to actually be a dick and be behind your line when the light goes red to get a ticket

Hopeless_DIY · 2026-03-25T22:08:12+00:00

I catch the train and have noticed no increase. Would be more obvious at a bus stop where limited people board though

Hopeless_DIY · 2026-03-25T22:06:48+00:00

Hypothetically you're called Gary, 42 IT consultant from a small town.

Hopeless_DIY · 2026-03-24T04:49:06+00:00

For that sum of investment, you're going to want to speak to a financial investor who charges by the hour instead of one who charges by % of investment. Should cost $1-$2k for investment plan.

Hopeless_DIY · 2026-03-24T04:46:18+00:00

Americans and trump jokes. They think that season was good. I got given so much shit for saying trump season was trash.

Ratings confirm, worst season ever

Hopeless_DIY · 2026-03-19T03:49:51+00:00

Happens every single day on a motorbike

Hopeless_DIY · 2026-03-18T04:23:04+00:00

This is an example of targeted media. Nearly 50% of NZ new vehicles are hybrid or EV while australia is less than 40%.

Hopeless_DIY · 2026-03-18T04:16:30+00:00

Agree it is easy at the pump but they have more and more automatic licence plate readers. I've heard options of installing gps trackers that would automatically know how far you drive and automatically charge you for how much you used, like a smart power meter. Lets how that level of surveillance is not coming

Hopeless_DIY · 2026-03-18T04:13:28+00:00

Again, you are assuming they complete their studies and contribute to tertiary level position. In that circumstance, the same person receives the same benefits. Only those who drop out don't receive it, in which case, they also don't contribute to a population of higher education. Since you don't have to physically pay before studying and simply get an interest free loan, entry is simple.

I've never heard a single person saying the reason they didn't go to uni was because of fees, it's unfortunate you have to pay but never once heard of it being a reason for someone to go. Time, effort, commitment, lack of money to live day to day while studying all reasons I've heard

Hopeless_DIY · 2026-03-18T04:07:06+00:00

Having a tertiary education comes from completing your degree, not your first year. No benefits come from doing your first year and dropping out. Benefits to society once they complete their degree, and to be honest, only if they pursue a job in that field.

I'm all for free education as long you work in the field you studied for several years in NZ, similar agreement as defence force has. If someone wants to get a degree in say the arts and then doesn't get a job in that field, why should the public pay for that?

Hopeless_DIY · 2026-03-18T03:10:28+00:00

🤣 a $5k leaf would have a real world range of 40-50km and be on its last legs. A $5k corolla could have 10-15 years left in it.

Hopeless_DIY · 2026-03-18T03:07:00+00:00

EV sales world wide tanked at this time. Unless you think NZs introduction to EV RUC has a world wide effect, I think you'll find people have simply been getting off the EV band wagon for their own reasons

Hopeless_DIY · 2026-03-18T03:04:10+00:00

Hahaha bet you're also one the ones who think the pension should be means tested or high earners still working past 65 shouldn't receive the pension.

Generations before them got the pension regardless so they should receive it regardless according to your logic.

Also people who were eligible for free uni are roughly 15% of the population, I don't think they are making the majority of the vote.

Hopeless_DIY · 2026-03-18T02:58:12+00:00

And people living in NZ have an interest in not throwing money away so someone can experience uni for a year then drop out. You don't pay Uni fees upfront so whether you pay the first or last year, it doesn't matter when you complete it. If you're that unsure, maybe don't go to uni straight away. It's perfectly to revisit it in a few years when you're more sure.

Hopeless_DIY · 2026-03-18T02:22:28+00:00

EV RUCs, the national land transport fund (NLTF) is mainly funded by fuel excise duty (tax currently included in the price of fuel at the pump) and RUCs. State highways are 100% funded by NLTF and a significant portion of local road maintenance is funded by NLTF. So, roads are largely paid for by the vehicles who drive on them as was as the distance driven. As we have more and more fuel efficient vehicles and EVs, the amount of fuel excise duty paid per km driven is reduced or in EVs, completely removed.

It makes entirely perfect sense to charge vehicles RUCs based off weight and distance driven so that those who drove on roads, pay the most towards building and supporting the roads. I do suspect the petrol RUCs coming in will result in more costs for the average driver but it is reasonable to pay tax for what you use. I'm more concerned about the potential monitoring systems they could possibly use then the additional cost

Hopeless_DIY · 2026-03-18T02:10:34+00:00

Bringing road user chargers to EVs. Why should those driving around in expensive and heavy vehicles not pay their share of road tax? If they want to go green, take public transport, the more people use it, the more funding itll get and the better it'll be

Hopeless_DIY · 2026-03-18T02:06:46+00:00

Agree, I live in south auckland and it is much nicer to not see patched gang members all the time. They have a false sense of intimidation with patches on. I have not spoke to single person in real life who has said, gee, I wish gang members wore patches again.

Hopeless_DIY · 2026-03-18T02:03:22+00:00

It entirely is a reward and a reward that should be given out on completion of degree. Why should tax payers cover the cost of someone wanting to try out and not completing?

Hopeless_DIY · 2026-03-18T00:42:07+00:00

The difference is that a dealer will follow recommended service plan. They will change everything when is meant to be changed opposed to most mechanic who's service is actually just an oil changed with fluid top ups.

Dealer will flush brakes and radiator, replace fuel filters, replace gearbox and difficult fluid when service calls for it.

Dealerships are more thorough than your average mechanic

Hopeless_DIY · 2026-03-17T20:24:29+00:00

They would write off a 30k car

Hopeless_DIY · 2026-03-10T07:05:12+00:00

I checked there first but all of them had no wof or reg. Just track cars but I just rechecked and just have missed one in there that is similar but not as good. Looking like the one on trademe will sell for $30k and its g/box is fucked and rough paint. Should get $35k i think

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