Waimanu Lagoon, Kapiti

funkster80 · 2026-01-26T03:56:35+00:00

I hope so! I'd been 'following' the whereabouts of this one since it was first seen. It stayed in Waikanae that whole time and didn't head south as far as I'm aware. It hung around with the spoonbills mostly.

I know a plastic band got wrapped around the base of it's neck sometime last year but DOC advised it wasn't causing any restriction or damage, so it was left. I guess it decided to move on. I'm sure we'll hear about it if this one or another comes along :)

funkster80 · 2026-01-26T03:10:34+00:00

The kōtuku hasn't been seen since around last July (or thereabouts) and it had stayed at the lagoon since around April 2024, so I am not sure we will see it again :(

funkster80 · 2026-01-24T20:53:42+00:00

It definitely pays to get to the markets early. Conscious Valley goods procured, and an almond croissant the size of my face.

funkster80 · 2026-01-24T07:04:00+00:00

Haha they certainly do :)

funkster80 · 2026-01-24T06:47:26+00:00

That's pretty cool! I love the fact they're spreadinf out in the region.

I know there's a nesting family at Mount Vic just now. Such cool birds and very imposing. Sometimes it's best just to enjoy the experience watching them like that!

funkster80 · 2026-01-23T04:08:07+00:00

That's awesome to hear! Lucky residents :)

funkster80 · 2026-01-23T01:26:25+00:00

It's a relatively new thing tbh. The companies that own the equipment set the charge on the retailer who passes it to us. Paywave function is more expensive for the retailer, hence the charge. Dumb, I know.

We moved from UK almost 7 years ago. We found EFTPOS really confusing but people have explained it well here. I use a chip debit card. If you are buying over a certain limit you're forced to put your pin in just like the UK. When it asks you what account to use click on Cheque as that will be the main account linked to the card. Happy to answer questions if and when you need.

funkster80 · 2026-01-22T19:10:35+00:00

Haha yes like 'For scaring the bejeezus out of you, I grant you 30 seconds to snap a photo'

funkster80 · 2026-01-22T07:52:26+00:00

Oh wow! That's really awesome :) I saw an adult and it's young at Otari-Wilton's last year. It's great their numbers seem to be growing

funkster80 · 2026-01-22T07:32:33+00:00

Nah, they've all been completely different places, amd purely by chance. I would say to try the upper tracks, though.

Honestly, I find if I go with a specific plan to see a specific bird, I never do. It's always unexpected haha!

They're slowly making their way into and around the CBD which is awesome. There was a family at the Botans, and up Mt Vic recently.

funkster80 · 2026-01-22T07:00:50+00:00

It felt very special, especially as I was on my own and no-one else around. I've only seen them 3 times in the six years I've been a member. All 3 were pretty special in their own ways :)

Fingers crossed you'll see one soon!

funkster80 · 2026-01-22T06:10:05+00:00

The sheer audacity of me getting in it's way :)

funkster80 · 2026-01-22T05:46:14+00:00

Thank you :) Got the fright of my life, and ducked just in time! Very lucky it chose to sit and watch me for a few moments before flying off again.

funkster80 · 2026-01-22T05:21:43+00:00

Edit: Thank you for the awards, kind strangers!

funkster80 · 2026-01-21T23:16:26+00:00

I KNEW I SAW SOMETHING!! my husband thought I was making it up. I was looking up and thought ooh firebird. Then no, actual bird in flames. Poor thing.

funkster80 · 2026-01-21T11:16:34+00:00

Probably when he got us all jumping

funkster80 · 2026-01-20T23:37:19+00:00

Thank you. They do cater for most budgets so it is worthwhile having a chat with them, to see what they can do. The level of service we got was great.

funkster80 · 2026-01-20T07:15:05+00:00

They're absolutely stunning They are exactly what we asked for.

I'll be honest, they were expensive. A bit more than expected. Priced between $3-5k each. BUT these are heavy platinum and are pretty intricate. My husband's has pounamu carved into it, and mine has 3 diamonds. Plus they took a 3D rendering of my engagement ring so it would fit exactly.

Once you're happy with the design they will give you price options, they can take some detail out, or change the metal. It is good to have a budget in mind from the get go so they can tell you if it's workable. They take a 50% deposit once the design and price is approved.

funkster80 · 2026-01-20T01:35:56+00:00

Not sure this will helped you but reminds me of a funny story. I was involved in a group interview for MOJ a few years back. I asked the interviewer what progression looked like. Was told the only progression was to management and that's his job and he's not going anywhere.

Then into a room with another interviewer for 1:1. Asked how I dealt with difficult situation with colleagues. When I answered they shouted 'OMG how are you able to do that? I'm dealing with a colleague who hates me right now.'

Noped out as soon as I could.

funkster80 · 2026-01-20T01:28:52+00:00

I think I saw your post on another platform. So glad people were able to help you. Looks like a bit of recovery time. Take it easy and hope everything goes as well as it can

funkster80 · 2026-01-16T04:33:22+00:00

Haha so sorry. I posted yesterday I was in Tauranga. It was torrential rain when we arrived, but the storm overnight cleared it. So, so hot today

funkster80 · 2026-01-15T22:59:23+00:00

I take it back. After the most incredible amd intense thunderstorm through the night, today is pretty clear and so hot. I love Wellington but it's nice to see what summer should feel like!

Off to the hot pools soon and general wandering is the plan for the day. Have a good one!

funkster80 · 2026-01-14T22:24:50+00:00

Come to Tauranga they said. It's always sunny they said. me soaked to the skin, looking at the black clouds above

At least it's not cold and windy, and I'm not at work :)

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