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Forum: New Zealand
Nov 17th 2010, 3:54 pm
Replies: 5
Views: 1,073
Posted By donnisons

Re: Where to buy household goods from?

Thanks for the information. I was hoping for a little more guidance really. I know it's not the jungle and I know there are lots of shops, which is my point exactly (although I have only found Noel...
Forum: New Zealand
Nov 17th 2010, 10:02 am
Replies: 5
Views: 1,073
Posted By donnisons

Where to buy household goods from?

Can anyone advise where to buy household stuff from. In particular fridge freezer, mattress, garden furniture. We are about to rent a house near Nelson, (I will add an update soon because I've just...
Forum: New Zealand
Oct 30th 2010, 7:37 pm
Replies: 17
Views: 2,147
Posted By donnisons

Health care costs

Can anyone help re medical costs. I understand that if you visit the doctor there is a charge, but what happens if you need to see a specialist or visit the hospital.

We have PRs. My son used...
Forum: New Zealand
Oct 14th 2010, 10:10 pm
Replies: 17
Views: 1,986
Posted By donnisons

Re: We've Arrived!

Wow we haven't even been here for a week and we are already hitting the headlines or causing trouble! Thanks for the link, that's going on the blog, although my hubby took better picture of the...
Forum: NZ Update
Oct 14th 2010, 8:47 pm
Replies: 11
Views: 2,195
Posted By donnisons

Re: has it been 4 months??

Great post. Glad you are enjoying it so much - long may it continue!
Forum: New Zealand
Oct 14th 2010, 8:29 pm
Replies: 17
Views: 1,986
Posted By donnisons

Re: We've Arrived!

Thanks Shelloid, we started the blog as a record for ourselves and to let the family know what we were up to, but glad you like it too. Tune in to yesterday's episode to hear about our near death...
Forum: New Zealand
Oct 12th 2010, 6:44 am
Replies: 17
Views: 1,986
Posted By donnisons

Re: We've Arrived!

Now where do we want to be? That is the question.... I think we are a bit too open really, I'm thinking everything on your list Am Loolah (except maybe hustle and bustle), I appreciate we wouldn't...
Forum: New Zealand
Oct 10th 2010, 8:07 pm
Replies: 17
Views: 1,986
Posted By donnisons

Re: We've Arrived!

Thanks for your excellent advice as usual and the good wishes. Picked car up today and went with State for insurance.

Still looking for suggestions on where to check out as possible places to...
Forum: New Zealand
Oct 8th 2010, 7:48 pm
Replies: 17
Views: 1,986
Posted By donnisons

Smile We've Arrived!

We arrived yesterday after our long trip across Amercia and so far we are loving it. We are staying in Auckland, but are setting off soon on a trip around North Island, then to South Island to look...
Forum: New Zealand
Sep 17th 2010, 3:43 am
Replies: 108
Views: 9,337
Posted By donnisons

Re: UK to NZ September 2010

We are on our way, set off on 2nd September, but taking a trip of a lifetime enroute. Having a great time :thumbsup: Anyone interested - we are blogging: address is...
Forum: New Zealand
Aug 12th 2010, 8:46 am
Replies: 108
Views: 9,337
Posted By donnisons

Re: UK to NZ September 2010

Not sure if we count as we don't actually arrive until October, but we are setting off on 2nd September. Taking a long trip enroute across America. Think I'm excited or is that worried!
Forum: New Zealand
Jul 29th 2010, 7:12 am
Replies: 4
Views: 1,025
Posted By donnisons

Primary School Uniforms/shoes

We are finally getting ready to make our big move. Setting off in September but taking a big trip on the way so don't actually arrive until beginning of October - not sure if I'm excited, scared or...
Forum: NZ Update
Jun 16th 2010, 9:09 am
Replies: 6
Views: 1,257
Posted By donnisons

Re: Almost our 1 year anniversary

Fantastic update - thanks for sharing. Hope things continue to go well for you and your family.
Forum: New Zealand
Jun 16th 2010, 8:47 am
Replies: 33
Views: 2,832
Posted By donnisons

Re: Vermin

Oh dear just how bad are the mozzies? I hate them, they love me - am I going to be eaten alive? What do people recommend to deter them?
Forum: NZ Update
Apr 2nd 2010, 9:26 am
Replies: 29
Views: 4,544
Posted By donnisons

Re: 3 months in NZ.....

Excellent informative update. Thank you. Glad everything has worked out well for you. :)
Forum: New Zealand
Mar 20th 2010, 5:54 am
Replies: 11
Views: 913
Posted By donnisons

Re: Washing Machine Help !!!!

Hi sorry for your washing machine troubles, hope they are soon sorted.

I too was thinking of buying new in UK and shipping, can anyone advise what make would be best, ie what would be easiest...
Forum: New Zealand
Mar 18th 2010, 3:30 am
Replies: 5
Views: 735
Posted By donnisons

Re: Itinerary help needed

Hi thanks for the replies so far. Some more information.

We hope to arrive at the beginning of October, husband is a teacher and time isn't too much of a problem. Hoping to visit as much as we...
Forum: New Zealand
Mar 17th 2010, 8:48 am
Replies: 5
Views: 735
Posted By donnisons

Itinerary help needed

Hi

Can anyone give me some advice. We are Approved in Principle for PR and will shortly be sending our passports off to get our blue stickers - yeah!

We have planned and booked a trip across...
Forum: New Zealand
Feb 25th 2010, 9:09 am
Replies: 2
Views: 680
Posted By donnisons

Money Money Money

Can anyone give us some advice or suggest a financial adviser who may be able to help.

We have some savings currently in the UK, but don't know if we should move them to NZ when we come, or should...
Forum: New Zealand
Feb 23rd 2010, 8:09 am
Replies: 21
Views: 1,729
Posted By donnisons

Re: I am back online

Hi Tina

Good to see you back with us. You have had a tough time. Things can only get better. How old is Harri? Do let us know how he gets on at camp.

E x
Forum: New Zealand
Feb 20th 2010, 6:36 am
Replies: 5
Views: 629
Posted By donnisons

Places to stay in Auckland

Hi

Can anyone suggest nice hotel in Auckland for five nights early October? Two adults and a 5 year old.

We will also be looking to buy a car - any suggestions where to buy from?

Many...
Forum: New Zealand
Feb 18th 2010, 6:49 am
Replies: 1
Views: 490
Posted By donnisons

Unaccompanied bagagge

Hi

I know I've seen this somewhere on here before, but can't seem to find it now.

We are leaving UK in September, but having a bit of a holiday on the way with quite a few flights, not to...
Forum: New Zealand
Feb 18th 2010, 6:01 am
Replies: 18
Views: 1,386
Posted By donnisons

Re: FLIGHTS BOOKED... 17 WEEKS & COUNTING!

Congratulations Flowerpot. I bet you've got lots to do in those 17 weeks. Hope it all goes smoothly, at least you wont have to say goodbye to your parents if they are already there. Enjoy the...
Forum: New Zealand
Feb 17th 2010, 9:11 am
Replies: 21
Views: 1,851
Posted By donnisons

Re: iPhones

Hi

I have a PAYG iphone in the uk with tesco (which goes through O2). From previous posts I guess I need to get it unlocked before I arrive. I will be travelling through USA before arriving, two...
Forum: New Zealand
Feb 15th 2010, 8:49 am
Replies: 6
Views: 892
Posted By donnisons

Re: Moving money

This was one of the questions I was going to ask. Can I ask Bevs why you used Nationwide international? IE why not leave it here in the UK?

Can anyone recommend the best bank accounts to open in...
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