Looking back on 'stroke of genius' Tui billboards
Hi neighbours,
The unexpected return of a Tui beer billboard on Rangitīkei Street has conjured some youthful memories in our newsroom.
It has also provided the opportunity to reflect on the "Yeah Right" phenomenon, and how much both the Tui brand and advertising have changed over the past decade.
Is there a Tui billboard that stands out in your memory, be it with fondness or disdain?
Got more greens than you know what to do with? 🥦🌱🥕
Whether it’s a courgette takeover or a feijoa frenzy, don’t let those garden gems go to waste!
Our suggestion to you: Did you know you can grate and freeze excess courgettes to use in chocolate cake later? It sounds a bit dodgy, but it makes the cake incredibly moist ... and hey, it counts as a serving of veg, right? 🍫
What’s your go-to move for a bumper harvest? Drop your best "glut" recipes or preservation hacks in the comments below! 👇
Poll: The fuel hurdle ... How are you navigating the Manawatū pump prices? 🏎️
We’ve all seen the warnings: fuel prices are surging toward heights we haven’t seen in years, with some projections suggesting we could hit the $4 mark soon. While the experts are saying "don't panic buy," it’s hard not to feel a bit of "pump shock" every time we fill up.
Keen to read more? The Manawatū Standard has you covered.
Given the impact on our local Manawatū economy and our own wallets, we want to know: Are you changing the way you get around the region?
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1.6% Dusting off the bike
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6.5% Working from home
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80.6% Nope, same as always.
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11.3% Other (Carpooling? Scooter? Walking? Share your strategy below!)
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