The Really Useful Thread
Jan 15th 2007, 9:58 pm
#76
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Re: The Really Useful Thread
Just thought i'd share with you all a number to get cheap call to NZ
It's called 'Phonecheap' and works out to be 1p per minute from a BT line...my mum's used it too from another provider and i think was charged the same, but can't be 100% sure on that (i think with other providers the 1p per min's the same but some charge a connection fee...not sure what providers do this or how much they charge)
We were a bit unsure to begin with so did a couple of calls and then waited for the bill to arrive and sure enough we were charged the 1p with no connection fee as we're with BT
So i pay 1p per min to NZ
the number is -
0844 861 3838
you then when they tell you to add the country code
0064
then the number you're dialing but miss off the first 0
so if a number is for example 03 566 4444 (made up no) you will put in 3 566 4444
so all together you'll do
0844 861 3838 (wait for prompt to add rest...then add the number you want to dial...for example) 3 566 4444 followed by # (hash key)
it's really simple and cheap so you can stay on twice as long or ring more often without clock watchin
hope this helps Mandie
It's called 'Phonecheap' and works out to be 1p per minute from a BT line...my mum's used it too from another provider and i think was charged the same, but can't be 100% sure on that (i think with other providers the 1p per min's the same but some charge a connection fee...not sure what providers do this or how much they charge)
We were a bit unsure to begin with so did a couple of calls and then waited for the bill to arrive and sure enough we were charged the 1p with no connection fee as we're with BT
So i pay 1p per min to NZ
the number is -
0844 861 3838
you then when they tell you to add the country code
0064
then the number you're dialing but miss off the first 0
so if a number is for example 03 566 4444 (made up no) you will put in 3 566 4444
so all together you'll do
0844 861 3838 (wait for prompt to add rest...then add the number you want to dial...for example) 3 566 4444 followed by # (hash key)
it's really simple and cheap so you can stay on twice as long or ring more often without clock watchin
hope this helps Mandie
Jan 21st 2007, 9:21 pm
#77
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Re: The Really Useful Thread
more area info try
http://www.ljhooker.co.nz/locality/locality_main.php
http://www.ljhooker.co.nz/locality/locality_main.php
Jan 26th 2007, 3:18 pm
#78
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Re: The Really Useful Thread
Gutted. The NZ embassy have gotten wise to this now, and won't help you on this number! They know when you're calling from the UK and refuse to help, but direct you to their premium rate number. However, you can still access the recorded info on that number. Just thought I'd let you know!
takes you to same place, but wont cost £1 a minute!!
Jan 28th 2007, 8:03 am
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Re: The Really Useful Thread
this may of interest to some of you
http://www.ird.govt.nz/familyassistance/
apologies if its already been posted here
http://www.ird.govt.nz/familyassistance/
apologies if its already been posted here
Feb 23rd 2007, 11:12 am
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Dial-up using a calling card
Excuse me if this has been posted elsewhere on the thread/forum but it was a real boon to us.....
If you have a Kia Ora telephone card (Compass Communications are the operator) you can use it to spend on dial up from phone lines in NZ...we are in a temporary (furnished) rental and didnt want to pay the Telecom fees for connection to dial-up nor their line upgrade for broadband.....
To do this use options "*" and "4" on the menus by inserting pauses and digits into the phone number your modem dials - you can get around having to enter the PIN each time by assigning it to your current phone number - also in the menu section. good luck and happy surfing.....(in both senses....)
If you have a Kia Ora telephone card (Compass Communications are the operator) you can use it to spend on dial up from phone lines in NZ...we are in a temporary (furnished) rental and didnt want to pay the Telecom fees for connection to dial-up nor their line upgrade for broadband.....
To do this use options "*" and "4" on the menus by inserting pauses and digits into the phone number your modem dials - you can get around having to enter the PIN each time by assigning it to your current phone number - also in the menu section. good luck and happy surfing.....(in both senses....)
Feb 23rd 2007, 8:57 pm
#83
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Re: Weather Information - Averages
Calling New Zealand from Overseas
NZ Country Code
64
International calls to NZ
To make a call to Auckland from overseas you need to dial your local international access code (typically 00) followed by the New Zealand country code (64) followed by the area code for Auckland (9) followed by the seven-digit telephone number. For example 00 64 9 123 4567.
Calling within New Zealand
NZ National Access Code
0
Area Codes
9 - Northland, the Bay of Islands, Auckland
7 - Coromandel, Bay of Plenty (Tauranga), Waikato (Hamilton)
6 - Hawkes Bay, Gisborne, Palmerston North, Wairarapa
4 - Wellington
3 - The South Island (Nelson, Christchurch, Dunedin, Queenstown, Invercargill, Greymouth)
National calls within NZ
To make a call to Auckland from anywhere within New Zealand (but outside of Auckland itself) you need to dial our national access code (0) followed by the area code for Auckland (9) followed by the seven-digit telephone number. For example 09 123 4567.
Local calls within NZ
To make a local call (to a number located in the same town or city that you are in) you just need to dial the seven-digit telephone number. For example 123 4567.
Calling Overseas from New Zealand
International Access Code
00
International calls from NZ
To call home to, say, New York in the United States from anywhere in New Zealand you need to dial our international access code (00) followed by the country code for the United States (1) followed by the area code for New York (212) followed by the seven-digit telephone number. For example 00 1 212 123 4567.
NZ Country Code
64
International calls to NZ
To make a call to Auckland from overseas you need to dial your local international access code (typically 00) followed by the New Zealand country code (64) followed by the area code for Auckland (9) followed by the seven-digit telephone number. For example 00 64 9 123 4567.
Calling within New Zealand
NZ National Access Code
0
Area Codes
9 - Northland, the Bay of Islands, Auckland
7 - Coromandel, Bay of Plenty (Tauranga), Waikato (Hamilton)
6 - Hawkes Bay, Gisborne, Palmerston North, Wairarapa
4 - Wellington
3 - The South Island (Nelson, Christchurch, Dunedin, Queenstown, Invercargill, Greymouth)
National calls within NZ
To make a call to Auckland from anywhere within New Zealand (but outside of Auckland itself) you need to dial our national access code (0) followed by the area code for Auckland (9) followed by the seven-digit telephone number. For example 09 123 4567.
Local calls within NZ
To make a local call (to a number located in the same town or city that you are in) you just need to dial the seven-digit telephone number. For example 123 4567.
Calling Overseas from New Zealand
International Access Code
00
International calls from NZ
To call home to, say, New York in the United States from anywhere in New Zealand you need to dial our international access code (00) followed by the country code for the United States (1) followed by the area code for New York (212) followed by the seven-digit telephone number. For example 00 1 212 123 4567.
Feb 26th 2007, 10:59 am
#84
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Re: The Really Useful Thread
Order the long birth certificates online. They ask for GRO number - i couldnt work that out from my certifiacte, so left it blank. £10 each:
http://www.gro.gov.uk/gro/content/ce...ates/Login.asp
The reason why i ordered the NI contributions and Employment history was so that we could back up any company references. Particularly useful if a company has since gone bust/changed name/relocated...
For the Employment history I wrote a letter to
Special Section A,
BP1002,
HMRC,
Benton Park View,
Longbenton,
Newcastle upon Tyne,
NE98 1ZZ
- Tel: 0845 915 3002
And for the National Insurance contributions, Called 0845 302 1479
They each quoted 2-3 weeks lead time, but I got within a week i think.
http://www.gro.gov.uk/gro/content/ce...ates/Login.asp
The reason why i ordered the NI contributions and Employment history was so that we could back up any company references. Particularly useful if a company has since gone bust/changed name/relocated...
For the Employment history I wrote a letter to
Special Section A,
BP1002,
HMRC,
Benton Park View,
Longbenton,
Newcastle upon Tyne,
NE98 1ZZ
- Tel: 0845 915 3002
And for the National Insurance contributions, Called 0845 302 1479
They each quoted 2-3 weeks lead time, but I got within a week i think.
Mar 6th 2007, 10:54 am
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Re: The Really Useful Thread
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Mar 31st 2007, 3:28 am
#86
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Re: The Really Useful Thread
Apr 7th 2007, 10:25 am
#87
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Re: The Really Useful Thread
You need to sit the theory driving test within 12 months of arriving in New Zealand try this site with all the test papers on you dont need buy the road code book www.roadcodetest.co.nz
This site is completely free and also points you to the right part of the road code when looking at your results if needed.
ROAD CODE TEST
Apr 7th 2007, 9:01 pm
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Re: The Really Useful Thread
That site wants a subscription to get the tests and answers...
This site is completely free and also points you to the right part of the road code when looking at your results if needed.
ROAD CODE TEST
This site is completely free and also points you to the right part of the road code when looking at your results if needed.
ROAD CODE TEST
Apr 9th 2007, 10:13 am
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Re: The Really Useful Thread
not sure if this has been put on before but here it is
https://www.qv.co.nz/onlinereports/p...ghbourhood.htm
and
https://www.qv.co.nz/
apparently they are New Zealand's largest property information company, & do a range of valuation services and online reports May be helpful if yyou want to know what the neighbourhood is like? (age, ethnicity, income, etc) in the Demographic profile
this may help too
http://www.stats.govt.nz/statistics-by-area/default.htm
https://www.qv.co.nz/onlinereports/p...ghbourhood.htm
and
https://www.qv.co.nz/
apparently they are New Zealand's largest property information company, & do a range of valuation services and online reports May be helpful if yyou want to know what the neighbourhood is like? (age, ethnicity, income, etc) in the Demographic profile
this may help too
http://www.stats.govt.nz/statistics-by-area/default.htm
Apr 10th 2007, 2:59 am
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Re: The Really Useful Thread
Accomodation guides:
Hotels, Resorts, Motels, Apartments, B & B, Guest Houses, Home & Farm stays, Holiday Parks, Camping Grounds, Hostels, Backpackers (so it says on the cover!)
www.aatravel.co.nz
Motels, Apartments, Motor Lodges:
www.jasons.com
Hotels, Resorts, Motels, Apartments, B & B, Guest Houses, Home & Farm stays, Holiday Parks, Camping Grounds, Hostels, Backpackers (so it says on the cover!)
www.aatravel.co.nz
Motels, Apartments, Motor Lodges:
www.jasons.com
