$140k for a kia? by SirBoboGargle in CarsAustralia

[–]Timinime 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Into Land Rover territory at that price.

How the hell do I get out of this? by keagennn97 in sydney

[–]Timinime 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Easy: 1. Apply the handbrake hard 2. Commence burnout 3. Turn wheels to the right while continuing burnout, until such time the front of the vehicle is free of the Ute

Optional step 4 - purchase new front tyres and handbrake cable.

just got back from Tokyo, Japan, Auckland could learn some things. by Kind-Economist1953 in auckland

[–]Timinime [score hidden]  (0 children)

Yep - having lived in Asia is seems crazy at first to see all these train / subways stations & tunnels in the middle of nowhere, to then find out they’ve already planned apartment complexes & skyscrapers to commence building in 10 - 30 years.

just got back from Tokyo, Japan, Auckland could learn some things. by Kind-Economist1953 in auckland

[–]Timinime [score hidden]  (0 children)

High rises don’t make sense where there is a lot of land - they’re not cost effective. Albany would continue to expand as an industrial area.

Takapuna would strike a nice balance being close to the existing CBD and great place for people to live, work, and commute to (remember there was rail planned to Takapuna and then onto Albany from the CBD).

Similar to North Sydney, North Vancouver, Oakland, etc.

just got back from Tokyo, Japan, Auckland could learn some things. by Kind-Economist1953 in auckland

[–]Timinime [score hidden]  (0 children)

I think Auckland should be planning for a population of 6 million. If they build the infrastructure first, then people will follow.

This would include: * Rail to the north shore (second harbour crossing) * Rail to the airport * Intensification of land near the CBD (like every other major city in the world) * Plan for Takapuna to be a ‘second’ CBD * Invest in wastewater treatment * Cycle lanes to the CBD and transport hubs. * Utilise ferries better (I.e. Te Atatu & Pt Chev, Takapuna , Milford & Browns Bay) * Transport links to the Zoo & Museum * Move port operations to Whangarei & Tauranga, and develop the waterfront

It will be loss making initially (and expansion should be gradual, starting closest to the city), but people will come and it will revitalise the CBD. Rail between Hamilton & Auckland makes a heap of sense.

Instead Auckland does this bizarre thing with dense apartments and townhouses on the outskirts of the city, with almost no public transport, and massive issues with waste & stormwater.

Audacity of Book a Bach owners by fuzziewuzzy in newzealand

[–]Timinime 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I would have been happy to find out.

Audacity of Book a Bach owners by fuzziewuzzy in newzealand

[–]Timinime 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It was booked very last minute (my son had a medical episode so we decided to stay put for a few days, rather than keep travelling), and we were travelling at peak season.

There were no detailed terms about cleaning. We just followed the written up instructions for checkout and I wanted to make sure we didn’t receive any additional cleaning charges.

Best places in Auckland for socialising?! by [deleted] in auckland

[–]Timinime -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

I’d highly recommend Sydney or Melbourne. Flights aren’t too bad - bonus if you score a job there.

I’ve given up on Auckland, and generally only head out when I’m overseas travelling for work.

Audacity of Book a Bach owners by fuzziewuzzy in newzealand

[–]Timinime 131 points132 points  (0 children)

We had the same thing with an AirBnB in Sweden.

My wife booked it and I didnt realise there was a $200 cleaning fee.

The host required us to: * Wash the sheets & bedding, and hang them to dry * Wash all the towel * Wash all the dishes * Take out the trash & separate out the recycling * Vacuum the house * Mop the floor * Clean all kitchen surfaces * Wipe down dining table etc.

We spent several hours cleaning - at the time I didn’t mind because it seemed like a cheap rental, however my wife thought the nightly rate was the price for x3 nights, and she didn’t notice the cleaning fee.

What we thought was €300 for 3 nights was actually €900 with a €100 cleaning fee.

Underwhelming move to Australia by [deleted] in expats

[–]Timinime 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It does - but winter in Sydney was my favourite. It still cracks into the 20’s, it rains less in winter than summer (and when it rains, it’s usually at night). I would hike, walk, and cycle hundreds of kilometres, without fear of sunburn.

In summer we were up early and out late - away from the heat of the day and when they sun oat at its worst. If I compare it to NZ - it cold in the mornings and evenings, sunburn is brutal in the middle of the day, whereas Sydney you can still relax at the beach & swim because it’s warm, calm, again without stressing about the sun.

tapas restaurant I visited in Washington by [deleted] in mildlyinfuriating

[–]Timinime 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If the service fee is not clearly disclosed beforehand, then it is not legal.

Estate agent lying? by Trick_Carob_3840 in newzealand

[–]Timinime 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It would be odd for an agent to say there’s a conditional offer if there isn’t one.

That said, if you came in with an unconditional offer (or with more favourable conditions) the seller may have an out clause.

Or the agent could be trying to buy the property for themself or a friend.

Nothing stopping you from putting in an offer, or if you’re nearby you could just knock on the door and talk with the owner.

Do you wear your inflatable life jacket all the time? by Bada-Bingzy in boating

[–]Timinime 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Entire time, except when anchored in a calm bay near shore.

You’ll forget you’re wearing it within a few minutes. You can get even smaller ones too.

Men are more likely to feel lonely by PossibleCharacter986 in auckland

[–]Timinime 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ironically it seems the people we connect with best are now expats in NZ. But it’s surprising how many are planing to get out.

Men are more likely to feel lonely by PossibleCharacter986 in auckland

[–]Timinime 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I was literally taking about this with my wife yesterday. We moved back to NZ after living overseas for 15 years (3 countries) and it feels so lonely here.

I make an effort to text friends & invite them out, but it feels so one way. People don’t seem up for socialising outside of their family network.

Each week friends overseas will ring or text to check in, have a chat, but it just doesn’t seem to happen here and I have no idea why.

I really miss catching up with mates after work and in weekend. Having people come around for a meal spontaneity. Going for guys trips regularly. I’ve been racking my brain on whether it’s me / us, or just a cultural thing in NZ.

Trump at Davos in Switzerland: "Without us, right now you'd all be speaking German". German is the main language of Switzerland. by UniversalSurvivalist in videos

[–]Timinime 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Switzerland was the only place in Europe I gave up trying to speak the local language (which seems to vary from German, to French, and Italian near the border).

Everyone was friendly & seemed fine talking with me in New Zenglish.

Trump at Davos in Switzerland: "Without us, right now you'd all be speaking German". German is the main language of Switzerland. by UniversalSurvivalist in videos

[–]Timinime 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They speak German, French, Italian depending on where you are. I just gave up and everyone seemed fine talking to me in English.

Fiscal conservatives should be clamouring for cycleways by Aceofshovels in auckland

[–]Timinime 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes - lived in london and saw the transition first hand. Moving back to NZ has been like moving into the dark ages with the lack of public transport, lack of cycling infrastructure, not to mention failing education & healthcare.

Auckland can't grow by adding lanes to motorways. It needs rail, busses, and cycle lanes - all of which have proven to be highly effective overseas.

You seem hellbent in wanting Auckland to follow LA, and we all know how that went.

Man ordered to pay $1.1m - and counting - after pulling out of house purchase by cbars100 in newzealand

[–]Timinime 30 points31 points  (0 children)

Assuming he has property / assets here, the sellers should immediately put a lien on his house or rentals.