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Great gift for someone who loves a good yarn with plenty of laughs. Ross Lockyer's third book which is located in Borneo, 1973-77, entitled "The River is my Highway" is now available through the author's website: www.rosslockyer.co.nz... or directly off TradeMe by clicking on … View moreGreat gift for someone who loves a good yarn with plenty of laughs. Ross Lockyer's third book which is located in Borneo, 1973-77, entitled "The River is my Highway" is now available through the author's website: www.rosslockyer.co.nz... or directly off TradeMe by clicking on the following link: www.trademe.co.nz...
THE RIVER IS MY HIGHWAY - A KIWI IN BORNEO
A New Zealand Forest Ranger in the Jungles of Borneo
Living and working in the remote Southern Highlands of Papua New Guinea (PNG), Ross Lockyer had never heard about Indonesia. Yet in 1973, he was offered a forestry supervisor’s job based in Samarinda, Indonesian Borneo, and fell in love with the place on his first day.
Ross worked on the rivers and in the remote jungles of Indonesian Borneo for the next five years, quickly learning local languages, immersing himself in the Indonesian way of life, and learning the ways of the mighty Mahakam River and the Makassar Straits on which he spent most of each working day.
Compared to pre-independence PNG, living in isolated Samarinda seemed like the height of luxury to Ross, although coming from sparsely populated PNG, Ross’s first experience of Samarinda was a true assault on the senses with its crowds of people, dozens of mosques, crazy drivers, and myriad overpowering smells. Yet overlooking the city was the new and illustrious Lamin Indah Hotel, which boasted a classy bar and restaurant and attractive and sophisticated female staff from Java, in particular the beautiful Lestari—surely a Java Princess!
The third book in the adventurous series about Ross’s life, The River is my Highway brings to life a whole new series of exploits, including provoking and then assuaging a local war, single-handedly destroying village ablution facilities with a speed-boat and facing a barrage of nasty consequences, hunting local wild-life in the most committed way imaginable, loading log-ships at sea, smuggling hi-fi gear, searching for log pirates, and fronting up to the Dayak Queen. Between escapades, Ross somehow finds time to get married and start a family.
This book includes some 75 photographs from Ross’s vast collection which richly illustrate his writing.
Get ready for more colourful, laugh-aloud yarns from the master story-teller who brought you An Accidental Bushman and Cannibals, Crocodiles and Cassowaries. Once you start reading, you won’t want to put this book down!
NOTE PRICE $29.90 + POSTAGE
We at Trade Me are chuffed to let you know we’ve launched our Kindness Store again for Christmas, teaming up with KidsCan, Foster Hope and Women’s Refuge .
We’ve filled The Kindness Store with the things they need most – just type ‘kindness’ in Trade Me’s search bar, and you’ll … View moreWe at Trade Me are chuffed to let you know we’ve launched our Kindness Store again for Christmas, teaming up with KidsCan, Foster Hope and Women’s Refuge .
We’ve filled The Kindness Store with the things they need most – just type ‘kindness’ in Trade Me’s search bar, and you’ll find a bunch of opportunities to give to Kiwis in need.
100% of your purchase goes directly to your charity of choice, and if you’ve been wondering what to give someone this year, a Kindness Store gift might be the perfect solution!
Just pick, click, and ‘Give Now’ – we’ll get it to the charity for you. Easy.
With more cases of COVID-19 in the community, it’s possible you and your whānau will be exposed to the virus. Most fully vaccinated people, who get exposed, are likely to have a mild to moderate illness and will fully recover at home.
In case you or someone in your house tests positive and … View moreWith more cases of COVID-19 in the community, it’s possible you and your whānau will be exposed to the virus. Most fully vaccinated people, who get exposed, are likely to have a mild to moderate illness and will fully recover at home.
In case you or someone in your house tests positive and needs to isolate, have food, medications and supplies available. Make a plan with neighbours, friends or whānau to support each other.
If you need more help to manage at home, you can also access a COVID-19 welfare line on 0800 512 337
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Our tamariki need your support! We empower Kiwi kids to reach their full potential through programmes that help them build resilience, respect, positive relationships and integrity. Your donation helps them overcome life’s obstacles, so … View moreHelp us to help tamariki overcome life’s obstacles 💚
Our tamariki need your support! We empower Kiwi kids to reach their full potential through programmes that help them build resilience, respect, positive relationships and integrity. Your donation helps them overcome life’s obstacles, so please donate generously today.
Can anyone tell me what type of double doors these are and who can supply them. We are looking for another set.
Last year Robert had a pretty nasty accident. If it wasn't for our choppers that day he wouldn't have survived.There are thousands of stories like this every year. Please give generously this annual appeal so we can keep being there whenever, wherever people need us.
Check this out: … View moreLast year Robert had a pretty nasty accident. If it wasn't for our choppers that day he wouldn't have survived.There are thousands of stories like this every year. Please give generously this annual appeal so we can keep being there whenever, wherever people need us.
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Industry experts say we should be preparing to pay more for our barista coffees in order keep local cafes alive, Stuff reports.
While the average price of a regular coffee is between $4.50 and $5, the cost of running a cafe has increased exponentially due to rising rents, … View moreKia ora neighbours,
Industry experts say we should be preparing to pay more for our barista coffees in order keep local cafes alive, Stuff reports.
While the average price of a regular coffee is between $4.50 and $5, the cost of running a cafe has increased exponentially due to rising rents, wages, and milk prices. Former cafe owner Richard Corney says taking these into account, a fair price for a coffee is closer to $6.50 to $7.
"In the New Year, people have to be prepared to pay up to $7.20 for a large flat white, and $20 for a plate of brunch food. If you’re not, I completely understand, but we will see the demise of the hospitality sector."
How much are you willing to pay for your morning coffee? Share your thoughts below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comment featured in the conversations section of the Whangārei Leader.
We understand that home doesn’t just mean the house or apartment you live in – home is also about the people around you.
That’s why we make sure that when you move into a Ryman retirement village, you’ll find a supportive community where new friendships are formed, and residents can … View moreWe understand that home doesn’t just mean the house or apartment you live in – home is also about the people around you.
That’s why we make sure that when you move into a Ryman retirement village, you’ll find a supportive community where new friendships are formed, and residents can thrive – even in difficult times.
Whatever you’re looking for, you’ll feel at home at Ryman.
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Better products shouldn’t cost the earth. That’s why we’re bringing you more
sustainable products with sound credentials from global leaders like the
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Better Cotton Initiative (BCI), as well
as less packaging waste.
Look in our stores or online and … View moreBetter products shouldn’t cost the earth. That’s why we’re bringing you more
sustainable products with sound credentials from global leaders like the
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Better Cotton Initiative (BCI), as well
as less packaging waste.
Look in our stores or online and you’ll see more than 7,000 sustainable products that are better for the planet and your budget.
Sustainable shopping for every whanau.
Strawberry farm in Glenbervie (was Jocks) is open 7 days a week from 12 midday until sold out .Not many strawberry's at the moment so sell out fairly quickly.
The Tikipunga High School SWIMMING POOL opens to the community this Saturday 11 December from 12-6.00 pm, every day of the school holidays except Christmas & New Year statutory holidays (including Christmas & New Year Eve).
NEED MORE VOLUNTEERS PLEASE - They need help from volunteers. If … View moreThe Tikipunga High School SWIMMING POOL opens to the community this Saturday 11 December from 12-6.00 pm, every day of the school holidays except Christmas & New Year statutory holidays (including Christmas & New Year Eve).
NEED MORE VOLUNTEERS PLEASE - They need help from volunteers. If you have a vaccine pass we would love you to go on a volunteer roster.
GOLD COIN - ENTRY
$1 - 18 years & under; $2 - adults.
Children under 3 yrs - free entry, but they are required to wear a swim nappy.
THEY ARE RREQUIRED TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING COVID-19 KAUPAPA -
- QR code scanning or sign off sheet completed.
- Vaccine pass (and ID?) to be presented at the gate to gain access (except for under 12s). A CVC scanner will be on site.
- Masks to be worn by spectators around the pool.
- 50 max in the pool and pool facilities at any one time (including under 12s).
They need help from volunteers. If you have a vaccine pass we would love you to go on a volunteer roster.
Contact me by private message or email - tikipride@gmail.com
Volunteers are needed to help with those entering the pool facilities -
* giving entry wristbands for those who have paid their gold coin
* scanning (vaccine passes)
* keeping statistics, numbers of swimmers, etc.
For many Kiwi families this Christmas is going to be tougher than ever - but there’s a way to help.
You can help to make Christmas a reality for families in need for every $30 donated, Christmas Box will provide a box full of essentials and Christmas treats to families in need and bring a … View moreFor many Kiwi families this Christmas is going to be tougher than ever - but there’s a way to help.
You can help to make Christmas a reality for families in need for every $30 donated, Christmas Box will provide a box full of essentials and Christmas treats to families in need and bring a little certainty to those struggling right now. Sponsor a Christmas Box today.
🎄 North Have Hospice yearly Memory Trees event takes a new format this year ➡ Due to you know what beginning with 'C' (not 'Christmas') restricting numbers of people in stores, we won’t be able to have our wonderful Memory Trees volunteers with our trees. So, it's … View more🎄 North Have Hospice yearly Memory Trees event takes a new format this year ➡ Due to you know what beginning with 'C' (not 'Christmas') restricting numbers of people in stores, we won’t be able to have our wonderful Memory Trees volunteers with our trees. So, it's D.I.Y ... where you’re welcome to take a heart or star card home, write a name or message in remembrance of someone special, and then hang it on your own Christmas tree.
➡ Donations to support hospice care for local people with a terminal illness can be made via the donation box or 'self-service' eftpos machine by each Memory Tree, which you'll find at the entrances/exits at Mitre 10 MEGA, New World Regent, PAK’nSAVE, and Countdown Tikipunga.
We appreciate the ongoing support of these business for hosting our trees, as well as Ecosse Business Systems for lending us the eftpos machines, and to Morris & Morris Funerals which will donate $1 for every $2 from the public. Thank you! 😊 Ecosse Business Systems Morris and Morris Funerals
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