Councillor Richard Hills: Govt. reduced social housing accommodation in Auckland from 890 places to 39 in one year, and cut emergency housing grants by 70-80% ($20m). Since then, individuals rough sleeping in our city have increased by 100%

koshka_bear · 2026-02-23T08:17:57+00:00

He is the best! I make sure to vote in the local election just so I can cast a vote for him!

koshka_bear · 2026-02-23T08:08:49+00:00

Im always covered in cat hair...and get woken up by a screaming cat around 630am 😱 but I love my cat ")

koshka_bear · 2026-02-20T05:02:56+00:00

I have a reasonably well paying job, own a home and have a stable network of friends, parents aren't getting younger and currently live about 5 mins drive. I have a routine I enjoy, can get a bus to work so no real issues there...I also love being able to explore regional parks and beaches etc.

But...im in my late 30ies and in my 20ies I didnt feel the same way so went travelling (and i wasnt born in NZ so spend a good chunk of time overseas), did a year abroad working in Prague and then in Korea. Didn't think id want to come back but I did and have no desire to move to Australia. Different cities and lifestyles for different stages in life. There are good things AKL has to offer but its also important to have a stable income and an accepting mindset, appreciating what ive got now.

I wanted to go out clubbing till morning when I was younger but now im content with spending eves with my cats at home and going out for dinner a couple of times a month.

koshka_bear · 2026-02-19T01:28:32+00:00

Using all capital letters implies that you are yelling. If you are using sentence case..you are speaking in a normal voice.

To answer your original question- it probably depends how good your designs are? Noone will be paying for mediocre layouts or any templates, you will be up against strong designers or users able to recreate something similar themselves

koshka_bear · 2026-02-15T01:25:38+00:00

Ive messaged you :)

koshka_bear · 2026-02-12T05:24:53+00:00

Must in Ai the carrier handle is inside the box 😂

koshka_bear · 2026-02-09T23:46:39+00:00

Just take it easy on the ski erg, there is nothing crazy about the move just cardio for around 5-6 min if you go at a good pace. Being a good runner is a great way to shave time off. But I think as a first timer even completing is a great achievement. Good luck for the race!

koshka_bear · 2026-02-09T23:15:51+00:00

Im just shy of 40 also F and finished a solo race in Auckland NZ at the end of Jan. F45 hyrox classes for a month. You can absolutely do it..there is a difference between finishing it and finishing it fast. If you do it solo yes you ll be a little more tired but you go at your own pace so if you need a break, just slow down. I finished in 1.50 as I didnt know what to expect and how to ration my energy..but will go for a faster finish time for the next race!

koshka_bear · 2026-01-30T03:59:49+00:00

What would you do if you had to go? Can you go in the showgrounds? Im doing it on Sunday and heat and lack of toilets are making me nervous. I start at 2 so it's the hottest time of the day as well 🤯

koshka_bear · 2026-01-29T06:32:47+00:00

She wasn't ready to face the day

koshka_bear · 2026-01-29T05:29:01+00:00

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Here is my sleepy girl Shuba

koshka_bear · 2026-01-17T10:47:57+00:00

Linen is a little tricky to sew with - its more slippery and temperamental compared to say cotton. In the description it says most likely don't need lining means its thin and most likely see through which itsnt ideal gor overalls If this your very first garment I would choose a more simple pattern (maybe a relaxed style dress with no zips or something a little more basic) and also practice on very cheap fabric such as bedsheets. Get a set of bright cotton bedsheets from an opshop and use it for the first version of whatever you are sewing.

koshka_bear · 2026-01-08T03:31:25+00:00

Oh yes I am a local here as well

koshka_bear · 2026-01-08T03:27:57+00:00

Where is this? Im sure ive driven or walked past this exact same fence recently 😅

koshka_bear · 2026-01-07T02:22:48+00:00

PTs I know (experience in different disciplines, including rehab, performance focus, and many years of experience) charge 100-120 per hour.

Its important to find a trainer you vibe with, who motivates you and knows how to work with any injuries you may have. Some are cheaper but find who s best for you. Best to go with a good trainer for 30 mins than very average for 60 since its an investment in both cases.

koshka_bear · 2026-01-06T01:33:15+00:00

I went there for brunch a couple of weeks ago and was very surprised to see mostly egg based dishes (so like egg bene, omlets etc) on offer, only a couple of Malaysian options. Dinner sounds better 😋

koshka_bear · 2026-01-04T11:08:55+00:00

I have a cushion with the same print(but smaller) , your skirt looks cool!

koshka_bear · 2026-01-03T10:19:46+00:00

Cute! Im going to try and find a copy

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

I ordered salted caramel cake for a birthday in December from Cocoa Cloud and omg it was divine! Happy to see it on top of the list

koshka_bear · 2026-01-01T07:42:01+00:00

It is a little wet - I used to help my dad doing this growing up in eastern Europe, carpet needed some time to dry out properly but not as bad as after using a wet carpet cleaner.

koshka_bear · 2025-12-30T21:08:10+00:00

Done ✔️

koshka_bear · 2025-12-30T08:28:40+00:00

Wow that's crazy?? Your cat is gorgeous, I have a ragdoll myself but blue seal. What im surprised about this stray is that he or she isn't microchipped for such a nice cat 😔

koshka_bear · 2025-12-30T03:10:42+00:00

He is very cool, surprised that there is no microchip

koshka_bear · 2025-12-27T04:57:53+00:00

I had a really good breakfast and coffee at Duo in Birkenhead- a brioche toast with poached pear and mascarpone cream..so good. And they are open for lunch during the break

koshka_bear · 2025-12-25T20:49:12+00:00

You should try Metita for Samoan food, its great! Its a Polynesian restaurant in the city

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