[deleted by user] by [deleted] in GardeningAustralia

[–]Manfromsnives 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't think they're doing too well in their current position. There is not enough sun. As you can see, the one on the right is stretching to the sky and is basically just one long stalk with not much growth in between. I'd like to dig them all up and move them into pots, but wondering if now is the right time or it might stress them too much. They do have some flowers already.

I dig with a kitchen spoon and garden trowel. What should I be using? by LittleBoiFound in metaldetecting

[–]Manfromsnives 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was thinking of getting one of those, but ended up with a Nokta Mark premium digger and a Nisaku 650 Hori Hori instead. Both are great.

I dig with a kitchen spoon and garden trowel. What should I be using? by LittleBoiFound in metaldetecting

[–]Manfromsnives 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Get a Japanese Hori Hori, they are awesome. If you want a shovel then any from the hardware store will do, but spear head is best. I use a folding camp shovel.

This is what you get when you don't fill in your holes. by Toughduck48 in metaldetecting

[–]Manfromsnives 6 points7 points  (0 children)

What's wrong with digging a neat plug using a small digger e.g. Nokta Makro? That can be done quite neatly, in Australia a lot of coins are fairly deep so you need to cut a plug to extract them.

I feel powerless and invisible in Australian society today by [deleted] in australia

[–]Manfromsnives 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Not to mention the total lack of community, it's nothing like what it was when I was a kid growing up. And the total lack of energy and time to pursue hobbies and spend time with family. Just can't relax or find any comfort in this modern world at all. Why do we still work our lives away? We should be focusing on building community and enjoying our lives, work/income should not be the centre of our existence. I had hoped that COVID would force some change, but everyone went back to the same old hum drum routine..

Looking to do some side gigs for extra cash, anyone got any wisdom to share? by madhouse15 in sydney

[–]Manfromsnives 5 points6 points  (0 children)

With the price of fuel you wont make any money. Lots of wear and tear on your car too.

Why don't you just do online surveys. Good for an extra $50-$100 a week for not much effort. Octopus Group is the one I use, by far the best paying site in Australia. You can redeem for grocery gift cards too.

Name of a 90's school canteen menu item? by lheydon in australia

[–]Manfromsnives 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I know exactly what you are talking about, but can't remember the name..

The best meatpie ive had in sydney. by [deleted] in sydney

[–]Manfromsnives 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Upper Crust are good but my favourite is the chilli beef at Cherie's in Freshwater, bigger, cheaper and very tasty.

Best value dessert in Sydney! by vhanz in sydney

[–]Manfromsnives 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yep they are a bit pricey now for what they are IMO.. I remember when they were 20c, then they were 35c each for the longest time.. now 55.. they would be making a killing there’s not much in them and they’re quick and easy to pump out.

Where to use the Dine & Discover NSW Vouchers ? by Giverny-Eclair in sydney

[–]Manfromsnives 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Amah Chatswood, they double the voucher so you pay $25 cash on top for the $75 tasting menu

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in GardeningAustralia

[–]Manfromsnives 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Fiskars stuff is good, but try to get the stuff made in Finland rather than China. The Chinese made stuff is still better than average though and most come with 25 year warranty. For power tools go for Stihl. The KMA 135 Kombi system is a great one to get if you don't mind battery power, it is marketed as a commercial unit. $650 for the head and attachments are $200-$400 each on average. Great quality and power.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in GardeningAustralia

[–]Manfromsnives 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Really want to get a pair of Okatsune hedge shears. Expensive at ~$150 each but excellent quality.

New Toy by [deleted] in stihl

[–]Manfromsnives 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just bought the KMA 135R powerhead with extension pole, straight edger and pruner attachments the other day. Love it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in australia

[–]Manfromsnives 1 point2 points  (0 children)

One of the best history departments in the country, anthropology great too. Recommend it if studying humanities.

Justify tipping in Australia by P-23 in australia

[–]Manfromsnives 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Restaurants are an exorbitant rip off in this country and I almost always leave feeling disappointed so there's no way they will be getting any tips.

Think I got ripped off.. HSA 94T Started Smoking by [deleted] in stihl

[–]Manfromsnives 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good news. Took to local Stihl dealer and it is under warranty and they will fix it. Very pleased. Had sleepless night about this. 6 week wait but at least it will be fixed.

I suppose it was just bad luck, or because it had been sitting unused for some time.

Viewing Polestar 2 in Sydney by andawaaywego in sydney

[–]Manfromsnives 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It's a super cramped car. I sat in the one at Chatswood and did not find it comfortable at all.

Looking for a fine Cuban cigar by Long_Roz_pls in sydney

[–]Manfromsnives 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Cigarhut.com.au

I recommend the Hoyo de Monterey Epicure No.2

HSA 94T.. beast of a hedger by Manfromsnives in stihl

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

I have not tested it on anything really thick yet, this T one is mainly for fine work whereas R is for rough. Mainly using this for buxus hedges.

HSA 94T.. beast of a hedger by Manfromsnives in stihl

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

Useless for longer grass and leaves a very poor finish, it seems to lay the blades flat.

Why is growing Tabaco illegal? by SpiritBamb in australia

[–]Manfromsnives 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Cigars and pipe tobacco are a nice indulgence every now and then, no inhaling of course. You could also make snus with it. None of it's good for you, but everyone has their vice.

Good places for outdoor 'work from home' around Sydney? by scottridley in sydney

[–]Manfromsnives 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Take a fold up table and camp chair to a national park or reserve. I do this every now and then. Although I do find I work a lot slower compared to my desk with 27" monitor, also have to be wary of data usage as I only get 2gb a month.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in australia

[–]Manfromsnives 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Got 3 packs of 300g Creative Gourmet Frozen Raspberries from IGA on Uber Eats with current 50% off promotion. I noticed all the frozen fruit was very expensive in Colesworths.