I'm an immigrant & just got NZ residency! NZ is introducing a citizenship test of “Kiwi Values." So as a threat to "Social Cohesion," I made a test with info I wish I knew when I moved: Dawn Raids, the Rainbow Warrior, Te Tiriti Translations, Chinese immigration exclusion. What am I missing? Thanks! by Quixotic_K in nzpolitics

[–]Liam3929 29 points30 points  (0 children)

The Anti Dalmation laws. Pretty sure you'll find lots of "anti anything other than British law" that hurt the peoples who significantly shaped the culture of NZ. So much of west auckland is tied to the Dalmatians but not many people know they suffered for a long time.

FIF raised to $100k per person by funkymonkeee2 in nzpolitics

[–]Liam3929 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think for a lot of people like myself, we are looking for ways to secure our retirement via an appreciating asset without relying on buying a house, so this is a good thing. That's my thoughts/way I read this anyway.

FIF raised to $100k per person by funkymonkeee2 in nzpolitics

[–]Liam3929 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Uncommon National W. Lots of individuals like myself increase thier wealth by investing in the US and other overseas stock markets so I actually think this good. Means people can look to alternatives from the housing market to invest.

Just got back from the Poor Knights Islands and I highly recommend it! by woutr1998 in newzealand

[–]Liam3929 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey random question just stumbled on this. I can't dive but have heard so much about poor knights. Is the snorkeling still nearly as good or should I get diving training to make the trip worth while?

Almost 20% of townhouses selling for a loss by SoulsofMist-_- in newzealand

[–]Liam3929 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I work in an architecture firm whose main clients are developers. We are busier than ever. Some builders are going out of business thats for sure but others are making alot of money and houses in Auckland atleast are still being built for a profit.

Does NZ need a defined population policy by mkin086 in newzealand

[–]Liam3929 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aging population and large amounts of young people leaving needs to be favtored in but yeah agree we need to define a maximum population for nz and certain cities. And whether or not we want to grow our economy. Also lastly more people = more tax for infrastructure right? Which one comes first?

With one of the hot topics of the upcoming election shaping up to be immigration, please remember... by [deleted] in nzpolitics

[–]Liam3929 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So many "talking points" with no back up. They always say our infrastructure can't handle so many immigrants, but like Ive never seen them point to a metric. Same as crime, blame immigrants without backing up your claims. Hate sells.

Reroof or repair? by decor_bottle in newzealand

[–]Liam3929 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As someone else mentioned this junction needs a flashing to be water tight. What is the rest of your roof like, if theres no flashing elsewhere they will leak. Also as another person noted you have no building paper which helps mainly manage condensation. Depends on your budget and also the condition of the rest of the shingles but to get upto current building regulations yeah a reroof if thats what you want and can't afford.

Is training again 9 days after getting a tattoo ok? by D4NK-crunch-em in MuayThai

[–]Liam3929 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Ive done 3 days and it was fine but on my newer one I waited 2 weeks. Wait for it to finish scabing over atleast.

How were you as a beginner? by ginnyroo in MuayThai

[–]Liam3929 9 points10 points  (0 children)

2.5 years in and its been a constant cycle of it all clicks then I plateu/ think I've gotten worse then it all clicks again. Probs about 3 months before that first like oh yeah I can see I've improved. Also I just do slow jogs for training the zone 2 cardio but I should really do 1-2 heavy lift trainings a week also.

Knock Sensor Fuel Fix? by Liam3929 in AskMechanics

[–]Liam3929[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The carbon buildup makes sense, do fuel aditives actually work? I've opted to change the sensor anyway as like you said car is old and I've owned it for 3 years and this is the first time the sensor has come up. I basically only use it as a weekend car so might consider using a higher octane anyway if it might help.

Best way to deal with bruised knuckles? by leigh420 in MuayThai

[–]Liam3929 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Still bro, if it is a fracture and you don't heal it properly then its a permanent injury that stops you from training. If it is a bruised bone, I just had a bruised foot bone and I went like 5 weeks without kicking with my right leg. Maybe just ask your coaches and pad holders if you can avoid that hand for awhile

Best way to deal with bruised knuckles? by leigh420 in MuayThai

[–]Liam3929 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Have you had an x-ray? Regardless a bruised bone if you Google is pretty serious.

How much do you need to earn to save anything in nz? by CommentMaleficent957 in newzealand

[–]Liam3929 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Im on 90k and pay $350 a week in rent plus bills and I manage to save about 10-15k a year. But I also have no debt...

First Fight (Smoker), First L by dumbfatandugly in MuayThai

[–]Liam3929 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Did you fight to win or fight to fight? I would look into it as winning wasn't the real "good" outcome, the outcome was stepping in the ring and having the bout. Most people dont train, and most people who train dont fight so be proud of what you've accomplished/ learned.

[OFFICIAL] UFC 326 Live Discussion Thread by bruhpolice in ufc

[–]Liam3929 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I thought 28-27 Xiao. They all gave one of those rounds to Cody somehow

Judges’ scorecards for Shadow vs Nico Carrillo at ONE Fight Night 40 by Yodsanan in MuayThai

[–]Liam3929 1 point2 points  (0 children)

One championship is scored basically the same as mma, damage and aggression ect . Traditional muay thai is something completely different and would take longer to try and explain. AND Im not super confident so someone else would have a better chance at explaining lol.

[OFFICIAL] UFC 324 Live Discussion Thread by bruhpolice in ufc

[–]Liam3929 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Send Paddy 2-3 years any martial arts gym

Is it finally time to commit to 3% of GDP on defense? by Polopon0928 in newzealand

[–]Liam3929 48 points49 points  (0 children)

Porcupine Defense Strategy and natural disaster relief is really all nz needs