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Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Nov 6th 2015, 8:14 am
Replies: 8
Views: 1,314
Posted By dorrick

Re: Help re return temporarily to UK - moved toMBTTUK

Thank you all for your help. I contacted the International Pensions and they are sending me the forms as NZ reciprocal scheme covers this. Will hold off for few weeks to see how things develop. We...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Oct 30th 2015, 9:33 am
Replies: 8
Views: 1,314
Posted By dorrick

Help re return temporarily to UK - moved toMBTTUK

Hi, looking for information re pensions.
Have lived in NZ for 45 years and currently have national superannuation.
I am presently in London as my son is seriously ill and may have ongoing...
Forum: New Zealand
Apr 6th 2015, 12:11 am
Replies: 8
Views: 1,267
Posted By dorrick

Re: Goin on a road trip.....

I always recommend visitors to go clockwise - somehow driving south on SH1 is easier than driving north. As previously said you don't get the sudden view at top of Brynderwyns but if traffic is light...
Forum: New Zealand
Jan 17th 2015, 6:47 am
Replies: 64
Views: 6,677
Posted By dorrick

Re: I am I making a horrible mistake - Auckland?

I am an old migrant so my views don't represent many on here but think if you think of the trip as an adventure things are easier - take a 6 month rental initially to see if you like the area....
Forum: New Zealand
Oct 24th 2014, 5:47 am
Replies: 5
Views: 1,061
Posted By dorrick

Re: moving with child who has aspergers

I replied to similar query some time ago
http://britishexpats.com/forum/new-zealand-83/special-needs-education-665928/

think info still relevant - original poster might be able to tell you how...
Forum: New Zealand
Sep 12th 2014, 2:42 am
Replies: 74
Views: 7,079
Posted By dorrick

Re: creepy crawlies

'Neverong' is good -put in shallow container across their path - they swarm all over it then go back to the nest and die - the others eat them there killing most off - sometimes takes a day or so...
Forum: New Zealand
May 20th 2014, 7:48 am
Replies: 10
Views: 806
Posted By dorrick

Re: Window cleaner Kohimarama area please

Used them a couple of years ago - excellent.
http://www.simplywindowcleaning.co.nz/
Forum: New Zealand
Jan 17th 2014, 5:08 am
Replies: 7
Views: 732
Posted By dorrick

Re: Flights Via Singapore

Transit Hotel at Changi is great - you can book in 6 hour slots. It is airside so you can go straight in when you arrive to refresh yourself. We always try to get a few hours between flights - just...
Forum: New Zealand
May 29th 2013, 4:25 am
Replies: 16
Views: 1,607
Posted By dorrick

Re: East Coast Auckland

Disneyland (LA) is better bet - half-way on the journey so good time for short stopover especially with little ones. Not a fan of LA myself but if you stay near Disneyland and just do that, it is a...
Forum: New Zealand
May 20th 2013, 4:20 am
Replies: 8
Views: 909
Posted By dorrick

Re: Store cupboard question

Make sure you declare any food - probably not a problem but best not to raise any hackles with customs
Forum: New Zealand
May 3rd 2013, 1:06 am
Replies: 12
Views: 1,384
Posted By dorrick

Re: Auckland in October: what's the weather like?

http://weatherspark.com/averages/32738/10/Auckland-New-Zealand
As said above but it can also be very pleasant. Don't bet either way
Forum: New Zealand
Dec 29th 2012, 7:24 am
Replies: 88
Views: 5,507
Posted By dorrick

Re: Estate Agents Stingy With Info

www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
Forum: New Zealand
Dec 29th 2012, 3:22 am
Replies: 88
Views: 5,507
Posted By dorrick

Auckland CVs

On Auckland city site there is a GIS viewer that lets you find the CV of any property. Also gives details of rates, land size etc
Forum: New Zealand
Aug 29th 2012, 4:20 am
Replies: 10
Views: 1,411
Posted By dorrick

Re: Where to rent in Auckland

Worth looking at "Gumtree" as well
Forum: New Zealand
Aug 29th 2012, 4:19 am
Replies: 27
Views: 2,704
Posted By dorrick

Re: Can we live and rent on $60 NZK to start with please?

Don't know how old you are, but many young couples are house sharing in Auckland for economic reasons - might be short term solution till you work things out. Gumtree - Auckland branch can be useful
Forum: New Zealand
Jul 19th 2012, 11:47 am
Replies: 5
Views: 812
Posted By dorrick

Re: Doing up the Kitchen

Had kitchen doors and drawer fronts taken away and sprayed and "baked" - put on new handles and looks like new kitchen. They put laminate of same colour on skirting boards too. Cost about $3000 2...
Forum: New Zealand
Jul 10th 2012, 3:58 am
Replies: 7
Views: 1,201
Posted By dorrick

Re: To come to NZ or Not to come - can you help?

Don't know if this is any help to you

Farm stays / Wwoofing
Another great way to really experience New Zealand life and live with some Kiwis is to go on a farm stay. There are various groups such...
Forum: New Zealand
Jun 25th 2012, 8:13 am
Replies: 1
Views: 605
Posted By dorrick

Re: WHEN ARE TEACHING JOBS ADVERTISED?

edgazette.govt.nz
Forum: New Zealand
Feb 6th 2012, 4:27 am
Replies: 20
Views: 2,048
Posted By dorrick

Re: Older chidren (still in the UK) question

Been here 40 years and both offspring have now been in London for 7 years.
They alternate coming back about every 12-18 mths and we have been over a couple of times - I think using up annual leave...
Forum: New Zealand
Dec 9th 2011, 8:28 am
Replies: 16
Views: 1,181
Posted By dorrick

Re: LEFT HANDED GUITAR WANTED

Don't you just string them the other way round?
Forum: New Zealand
Oct 29th 2011, 2:40 am
Replies: 2
Views: 895
Posted By dorrick

Re: Expat in Auckland going home for Christmas

try the classifieds on here - house exchange
Forum: New Zealand
Oct 22nd 2011, 2:44 am
Replies: 45
Views: 3,258
Posted By dorrick

Re: Elections '11

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/McGillicuddy_Serious_Party
Forum: New Zealand
Oct 18th 2011, 6:05 am
Replies: 15
Views: 11,459
Posted By dorrick

Re: Where to live Auckland city??

Not sure where Crap Coffee is coming from? - Mt Eden, Epsom, Ponsonby, Grey Lynn and Mission Bay are amongst the premium suburbs in Ak - Mission Bay is where I'm going when I win Lotto! Has nice cafe...
Forum: New Zealand
Oct 15th 2011, 8:58 am
Replies: 16
Views: 9,764
Posted By dorrick

Re: Can anyone recommend a decent hairdresser in Auckland????

I mentioned before - Carmel works at Barnaby's in Newmarket- handy for you -- great cutter
Forum: New Zealand
Oct 11th 2011, 3:52 am
Replies: 33
Views: 2,537
Posted By dorrick

Re: Back/Rear Section?

Feel some answers less than helpful:)
A sub-divided section can be an affordable way into a desirable area. Of course always check out the details, especially if it is a cross-lease. However, like...
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