Halloween & Guy Fawkes Traditions in New Zealand.

Halloween in New Zealand is a tacky adopted tradition Kiwi’s have seemingly become more interested in recently.

OK, OK, accuse  of being Ebenezer Scrooge…. bah humbug!

Halloween is tacky in NZ for a number of reasons, not the least of which is the close  occurance to the even more ridiculous Guy Fawkes tradition. Read more about…

Video of The NZ All Blacks Doing The Haka from You Tube.

Over A Hone Watson’s Website…

Hone Watson,  known to many by the famous “hand on crib” incident has some interesting food ideas.

Yes, Hone is not only known for his outdoor antics, but also is an impeccable connoisseur of Asian cuisine.

 What am I raving about? Click here to find out…

Classic STP Video.

You Tube Video of Classic Stone Temple Pilots. 

Is it me or does Scot Weiland look like Pauly Shore’s older brother??

More Amazing Guitar Work From YouTube.com Unkown Genius.

Who the hell is this guy?  He totally rocks.

You Tube Video - Impressive Guitar Work!

This dude can totally play!

Male / Female Diamond Carat Conversion Table For the Un-Married

Ok, heads up guys.  I need to inform you that the female sex (of whom we hold so dear) have certain rules regarding what I shall now dub “Terms of Engagement”.

What the hell am I talking about?  Have I had one brandy too many? (Answer, yes, but I’m still coherent…) Read more about…

Russians Strengthening Military

The nation not known for parsimony when it comes to military spending, is apparently strengthening efforts to expand the military, and conduct more training for troops.

Russian airbases that were once a secret to the world during the cold war, have been revealed Read more about…

2007 Latest News on Bali Nine.

After a previous post today,  I was searching for latest news on the Bali Nine.  Read more about…

Tony Blair For New Post of European President?

Ra-Ra-Ra!  Since when was this new position of European President created?

Anyway, the new post supercedes the current six-monthly rotating system, with a ruling President for two and a half years.

The President is responsible for Read more about…

Not Good News For Australian Prisoners Serving Long Sentences in Indonesia

Indonesia’s Attorney-General Hendarman Supandji, has all but ruled out the option of prisoner exchange between Indonesia and countries like Australia. Read more about…

The Bali Nine, What Is The Latest News?

Thought I would blog this simply from the point of view that we don’t want people in this situation to be forgotten about. 

In February 2006 the Bali Nine ( Nine Australians arrested in Bali for possesion of Herion), were handed down the expected stiff sentences under Balinese law.

Two of them, Andrew Chan and Myuran Sukumaran, were sentenced to death by firing squad.

Subsequently after losing appeals, Scott Rush, Mathew Norman, Si Yi Chen, and Tan Duc Thanh had death sentences imposed. Read more about…

Terrorist Activity in Little ‘Ole New Zealand?

So there’s been some strange events unfold in little ‘ole NZ over the last week.

Local headlines read something along the lines of “Anti-Terror Raids”.  Read more about…

Car Buying Tips and Tricks, Inspection Method 1 BRAKING SYSTEM Continued…

If you haven’t caught the previous posts on this inspection method:

Part 1 Click Here   Part 2 Click Here

Once we’ve performed the cursory inspections as above, we’re ready to take the vehicle for a test drive.  At this stage, hopefully you’ll still have the vehicle running. Read more about…

Car Buying Inspection Method 1 Continued…

If you missed the First Inspection Steps, click here.

With the bonnet of the vehicle still up, it’s time to start the engine. The key things to look for are: Read more about…

Buying A Used Car? Inspection Method 1:

After having spent many years in the motor-trade both on the floor, and at a managerial level, I’ve witnessed owners confront just about every motor vehicle issue there is.

Many vehicle problems, both current and potential can be spotted if you have some simple knowledge. Read more about…

Ahhhhh. Traffic, and useless drivers…. I feel a song coming on…

In Auckland, we have some of the most diverse and contrasting traffic in the world.

That is to say, some drivers can drive, whilst others cannot. Read more about…

1 in 4 Adults in New Zealand, Have a Problem With Written Words

Well at least this is the statement being promoted on local radio stations in New Zealand to raise awareness to literacy issues.

One in four adults having trouble with words? English words? Read more about…

Britney Spears MTV Video Music Awards 2007

This video is of Britney’s performance at MTV Awards 2000.

In contrast, click here to see a video is of Britney Spears embarrasing performance at the VMA Awards in 2007.