Things that annoy you about NZ but aren't really that important!
Aug 4th 2011, 9:31 am
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Re: Things that annoy you about NZ but aren't really that important!
I would have to agree with this quote. My father-in-law was always amused at how I would [I]race[I]to the pump before the attendant could get there. We'd then spend the journey debating service and self-service.
I'm glad that you are enjoying your time in NZ.
I'm glad that you are enjoying your time in NZ.
Aug 4th 2011, 9:34 am
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Re: Things that annoy you about NZ but aren't really that important!
Yeah its weird... I find in Auckland at least there are more people employed than the UK to do some things, but less for others.
Example... fuel stations, people attempting to fill your car... at Roadworks with guys holding lollipops...
And less... I saw a really cool dustbin lorry with a robotic arm... we pulled over and watched it work... it was awesome.
Its what makes the world interesting!
Yeah we're loving it so far... work starts on Monday!
Example... fuel stations, people attempting to fill your car... at Roadworks with guys holding lollipops...
And less... I saw a really cool dustbin lorry with a robotic arm... we pulled over and watched it work... it was awesome.
Its what makes the world interesting!
Yeah we're loving it so far... work starts on Monday!
Aug 4th 2011, 9:42 am
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Re: Things that annoy you about NZ but aren't really that important!
Where my in laws live the dustcarts are manned by a few men but they have to sprint after the cart because it dosn't stop. My husband says that it is a popular job on the side for some rugby players as it keeps them fit. It would be really funny to see our local binmen try - bless em!
Lucky you to be living in Titirangi. It's my favourite place in Auckland and is hopefully where we will be headed next year.
Lucky you to be living in Titirangi. It's my favourite place in Auckland and is hopefully where we will be headed next year.
Aug 4th 2011, 9:46 am
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Re: Things that annoy you about NZ but aren't really that important!
Radio Stations.
On the way 2 school the other morning. Kids (6yrs old and under) in the car, radio on. DJ's discuss religion, proceed 2 diss judaism, then discuss why some men aren't always "up for" sex, then play a song containing the (repeated) lyrics, "don't let the bastards get you down", uncensored.
In what civilised country would any of that be remotely acceptable??
On the way 2 school the other morning. Kids (6yrs old and under) in the car, radio on. DJ's discuss religion, proceed 2 diss judaism, then discuss why some men aren't always "up for" sex, then play a song containing the (repeated) lyrics, "don't let the bastards get you down", uncensored.
In what civilised country would any of that be remotely acceptable??
Aug 4th 2011, 9:52 am
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Re: Things that annoy you about NZ but aren't really that important!
Paul Henry
Aug 4th 2011, 11:11 am
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Aug 4th 2011, 11:37 am
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Lack of customer service - wrong thread -that is actually quite important.
Aug 5th 2011, 7:15 am
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It's easier to get good service when you have a common language as well I feel.
I got some bad service in Australia when on holiday though.
Aug 5th 2011, 7:50 am
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Re: Things that annoy you about NZ but aren't really that important!
You can only pass on the left when:
* there are two or more lanes on your side of the centre line and you are able to pass safely by using the left-hand lane
* you are directed to by a police officer
* the vehicle you are passing:
o has stopped, or
o is signalling a right turn, or
o is turning right.
At all other times, when you are passing, you must pass on the right.
From NZ Road Code...are you in NZ ? Is this correct?
* there are two or more lanes on your side of the centre line and you are able to pass safely by using the left-hand lane
* you are directed to by a police officer
* the vehicle you are passing:
o has stopped, or
o is signalling a right turn, or
o is turning right.
At all other times, when you are passing, you must pass on the right.
From NZ Road Code...are you in NZ ? Is this correct?
Aug 5th 2011, 9:19 am
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Re: Things that annoy you about NZ but aren't really that important!
I've remember another good driving one (in the South Island, anyway):
Idiots who remain stubbornly in the left lane of the "motorway" when the right lanes are free, forcing traffic entering the "motorway" to come to a complete halt and wait until the idiot has trundled past.
Idiots who remain stubbornly in the left lane of the "motorway" when the right lanes are free, forcing traffic entering the "motorway" to come to a complete halt and wait until the idiot has trundled past.
Aug 5th 2011, 9:35 am
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Re: Things that annoy you about NZ but aren't really that important!
I don't like New Zealands geography, it should be one island again and located a hundred more miles north.
Aug 5th 2011, 10:21 am
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Yes and preferably flatter, apart from the bona-fide mountains
Aug 5th 2011, 10:25 am
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Re: Things that annoy you about NZ but aren't really that important!
The date being pronounded number month, rather than numerical index of month.
(....and I like dub dub dub, life's too short
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We've only got one set of traffic lights in Taupo
(....and I like dub dub dub, life's too short
)We've only got one set of traffic lights in Taupo
Aug 5th 2011, 10:23 pm
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Re: Things that annoy you about NZ but aren't really that important!
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