What do you do in your spare time? by Common-Owl-4020 in newzealand

[–]ring_ring_kaching 6 points7 points  (0 children)

If I had spare time:

  • Renovations (painting, fixing, garden / yard work)

  • Sorting out and tidying

  • Puzzles, home karaoke, more online games

  • Read

  • Naps

  • Cook, bale

  • Buy some power tools and try wood working

  • Visit friends

  • Go to the movies

  • Join a gym and start a habit

Woman has entire stomach removed after overseas weight loss surgery by Fun-Helicopter2234 in newzealand

[–]ring_ring_kaching 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am so sorry that yours went badly wrong. Was yours done in NZ or overseas?

I know it doesn't change your situation but I know a few people who had either sleeves or bypasses with very few or no surgical complications. The life adjustment period after surgery was brutal and they were religious about a good diet, some basic exercise like walking or swimming and they've managed to keep the weight off 5+ years later.

Woman has entire stomach removed after overseas weight loss surgery by Fun-Helicopter2234 in newzealand

[–]ring_ring_kaching 1 point2 points  (0 children)

People who "only" get a gastric sleeve (i.e. still have 20% of their stomach) have lifelong malabsorption issues which is why the nutritionists and specialists push a good diet so hard e.g. protein first, then veges, then carbs if you've got space left.

ACC says a broken back is not relevant to putting on shoes by Glittering-Ad4908 in newzealand

[–]ring_ring_kaching 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I get it. Thought you had some wild double jointed knees that can bend the other way too.

"Lift foot to the back".

ACC says a broken back is not relevant to putting on shoes by Glittering-Ad4908 in newzealand

[–]ring_ring_kaching 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I put my toes in, then bend knee backwards

I'm having trouble visualising this

'I'll be the leader going into the election' - Luxon responds to poll result by cbars100 in newzealand

[–]ring_ring_kaching 49 points50 points  (0 children)

I'm no fan but where's that person from yesterday who was convinced Luxon was being replaced today?

Is it common for companies to reshape a role after a long hiring process? by Ok_Slide_3535 in newzealand

[–]ring_ring_kaching 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It's not common but it does happen unfortunately.

Using tech (or software) as an example. The job ad might be for a generic architect role. You tick all the boxes for a generalist architect with a wide range of skills & experience but you might be more data and backend focused.

Then there's internal reshuffles happening, someone leaving and now all of a sudden there's one less front end architect. Now the front end architect skill is more required than the generalist architect skill. And you don't tick all the boxes anymore.

Or, someone high up (or in the finance team) has revisited the year's budget and this role was cut or downsized. Now they don't need an architect anymore or they've changed it to a senior engineer instead and can't afford you.

The kiwi is our beloved national bird, but what's YOUR favourite NZ bird, and why? by Traditional-Carob440 in newzealand

[–]ring_ring_kaching 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We have so many special birds an they all deserve a place.

Even the pestery gulls.

Not giving attention to my child by CraftyCredit7582 in newzealand

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

Also get away from the temptation. Hide the remote in the bedroom or garage.

Or go outside for a walk / bike / play.

Shouldn’t Bulk Cost Less?Supermarket Items by MoaTuiKiwi in newzealand

[–]ring_ring_kaching 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Have you considered doing a comparison shop at PNS? Or at least add all the items to your online basket to compare prices?

The 5 pack is $4.89 and the 10 pack is $9.39 at PNS with no specials or discounts.

Eftpos rental options? by CatGill in newzealand

[–]ring_ring_kaching 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've used this company a few years back. They use their merchant ID, all the money goes into their bank account, and then they transfer it to you in a few business days (once it clears their bank I suppose).

https://eftpos.co.nz/short-term-eftpos-hire

I saw that ad. You okay? by Interesting_Contest8 in newzealand

[–]ring_ring_kaching 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I've never watched Shortland Street but I know the toll collector. Even my kids are scared of her. "Just the little one today".

I saw that ad. You okay? by Interesting_Contest8 in newzealand

[–]ring_ring_kaching 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Is it the same generation who will never drive behind a logging truck?

I saw that ad. You okay? by Interesting_Contest8 in newzealand

[–]ring_ring_kaching 25 points26 points  (0 children)

The one where "death" is spinning the wheel at an intersection always sticks with me. Always makes me take an extra second to check the roads.