BYD’s ‘Cheap’ EV Creeps Into Not-So-Cheap Territory
BYD’s ‘Cheap’ EV Creeps Into Not-So-Cheap TerritoryBYD, an electric car company that’s fairly new to the Australia/New Zealand market, has revealed the New Zealand pricing of its next electric car – the Dolphin. @LudicrousFeed spotted a new EV is this the BYD dolphin? With a price below $50,000, the BYD Atto 3 competes directly with the MG ZS EV. The BYD batteryThe range of the BYD Atto 3 is also impressive — 345km (WLTP) on the standard range model and 420km (WLTP) on the extended range model. The reality is that the batteries will far exceed that range.”BYD dealershipsEVDirect is partnering with Eagers Automotive to show BYD vehicles at dealerships.
Source:Stuff
June 01, 2023 02:06 UTC
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Otago University funding cuts cause mass student protest across campus
A noisy and passionate group of about 400 protesters marched through the University of Otago campus yesterday to demonstrate against cuts at the financially troubled institution. Photo / Otago Daily TimesA noisy and passionate group of about 400 protesters marched through the University of Otago campus yesterday to demonstrate against cuts at the financially troubled institution. Photo / Otago Daily TimesStudents angry at not being consulted about impending staff cuts at the University of Otago were among those who gathered yesterday to make their feelings loud and clear. It was an attention-grabbing debut for the Protect Otago Action Group (POAG), a group of staff, students and community members concerned about the damage cuts would cause. Eden Li, 19, said he was angry about the way university cuts would limit study options for students.
Source:Otago Daily Times
June 01, 2023 01:39 UTC
Open mike 01/06/2023
The disaster relief fund – administered byRed Cross New Zealand– was established to support victims of Cyclone Gabrielle and the other wild weather from earlier this year. Red Cross approved 67 new grants worth $3.49m over the last two weeks. That brings the total amount of money allocated...
Source:New Zealand Herald
June 01, 2023 01:02 UTC
Indy 500: Fan whose car was damaged by flying tyre to receive new ride
An Indianapolis 500 fan whose vehicle was damaged when a tyre flew off a racecar and out of the track during the race will receive a new car, an Indianapolis Motor Speedway spokesperson said. The spokesperson told The Indianapolis Star that Penske Entertainment will provide fan Robin Matthews, who is from Indianapolis, with a new car following the incident. “I came down and they said, ‘Robin, it’s your car!’ I thought, ‘No.’ I thought somebody was pranking me. It’s fine.”The wheel came off with less than 20 laps to go in Monday’s race when Felix Rosenqvist and Kyle Kirkwood collided. JEF I RICHARDS/AP A wheel flies in the air after a collision between Kyle Kirkwood and Felix Rosenqvist.
Source:New Zealand Herald
June 01, 2023 00:14 UTC
Watch: Real-life ‘Fast and Furious’ as car goes flying over tow truck
In bodycam footage from the Lowndes County Sheriff's Office, the car can be seen rocketing through the air like a scene out of Dukes of Hazzard. A sedan rockets into the air after driving up the ramp of a flatbed tow truck on a Georgia highway in the US. The tow truck, described as a roll-back wrecker, was parked in the left lane with its emergency lights activated, the accident report said. Uncredited/AP A vehicle goes airborne after driving up the ramp of a flatbed tow truck on a Georgia highway in the US. Georgia State Patrol Lieutenant Crystal Zion told WSB-TV that the crash underscores the importance of Georgia’s “Move Over” Law.
Source:New Zealand Herald
May 31, 2023 23:36 UTC
Kim Cattrall will return as Samantha Jones for And Just Like That... cameo in season 2
Starring Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon and Kristin Davis, Season 2 of And Just Like That arrives later this year. Kim Cattrall will reprise her role as Samantha Jones in And Just Like That..., for the second season of the Sex and the City spinoff show. The surprise announcement arrives after Cattrall turned down offers to appear in the first season as the blowsy PR executive, amid reports of on-set tension with other cast members. Cattrall previously turned down offers for a third Sex and the City film, after appearing in two movies and six seasons of the show. “That’s not ‘slamming’ her, it’s just learning.”ap Kim Cattrall plays Samantha Jones in Sex and the City.
Source:New Zealand Herald
May 31, 2023 23:30 UTC
MEDIAWATCH: New NZ on Air/Stuff podcast for sex the State wants you to have
I was saying just the other day that what NZ needs more of is another strident feminist podcast noting how shit NZ men are at sex, a lo and behold, we now have it! The Good Sex Project: Why are Kiwis having so much average sex? She goes on to describe how much bad sex she’s had along the way (spoiler alert – all of it). Tell young men they are the problem long enough and they become the problem. I’m looking forward to those dynamics being explored on the new NZ on Air sex podcast.
Source:Stuff
May 31, 2023 22:51 UTC
NZ Herald on 'chaotic' press conference of Wayne Brown's Budget reveal
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Source:New Zealand Herald
May 31, 2023 22:50 UTC
Mayor Wayne Brown snubs major New Zealand media organisations for Auckland Council update
Major media organisations in New Zealand have been snubbed by Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown who was giving an important council budget announcement on Thursday morning. Newshub was not a part of the guest list for an invitation-only speech Brown gave on his budget proposal to "Auckland business and residents". Stuff reports the updated budget proposal was emailed to Auckland councillors on Tuesday evening, who then spent time on Wednesday in confidential workshops discussing it. Brown said only media who were "sensible" were invited to hear his plan, according to RNZ. Stuff, TVNZ and Newshub eventually gained access to the meeting, but after Brown started giving his speech.
Source:Stuff
May 31, 2023 22:12 UTC
Average NZ home values continuing to decline, says CoreLogic
The average value of New Zealand homes continues to decline, dropping another $6,242 in May. According to property data company CoreLogic, the average value of NZ homes was $922,414 at the end of May. That means the average value of New Zealand homes is declining by more than $200 a day. The average value has now declined by $120,847 (-11.6%) since it peaked at $1,043,261 in March last year. The average value of dwellings in Auckland has now dropped by $216,128 since the national peak in March last year.
Source:Stuff
May 31, 2023 22:02 UTC
What's on in South Canterbury: June 2-4, 2023
South Canterbury Vintage Car Club members, from left, Ross Luscombe, Ron Hammer, and Les Wenlock and their cars at the All British Day in 2019. Annual All British Day: Vehicle assembly and display from 9am at the north Caroline Bay car park, run by the South Canterbury Vintage Car Club. From 10.30am, entered vehicles will depart on a run to a mystery location within South Canterbury for a lunch stop, to be revealed on the day. South Canterbury Museum: 1pm to 4.30pm, Saturday and Sunday with free admission. South Canterbury Genealogy Society: 1.30pm to 3.30pm, every Sunday at the South Canterbury Museum.
Source:New Zealand Herald
May 31, 2023 21:39 UTC
Mayor Wayne Brown makes Budget announcement
In This Story: AucklandAuckland, based around 2 large harbours, is a major city in the north of New Zealand’s North Island. In the centre, the iconic Sky Tower has views of Viaduct Harbour, which is full of superyachts and lined with bars and cafes. Auckland Domain, the city’s oldest park, is based around an extinct volcano and home to the formal Wintergardens. Near Downtown, Mission Bay Beach has a seaside promenade. Population: 1.657 million (2017)5 Recent Items: Auckland
Source:New Zealand Herald
May 31, 2023 20:01 UTC
NEWSTALK ZBEEN: Should Councils Own Stuff?
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Source:Stuff
May 31, 2023 19:44 UTC
The 3 Essential Skincare Tips for a Glowing Complexion
Here are the 3 essential skincare tips you need to know to get better looking skin! This provides your skin with everything it needs to keep your skin barrier working properly, which keeps your skin looking and feeling its absolute best. Online shopping has become an essential part of modern life, offering a convenient way for women to shop for various products. Furthermore, online shopping often provides exclusive deals, discounts, and promotions that are not available in physical stores. In conclusion, online shopping has transformed the way women shop, offering convenience, variety, privacy, and cost savings.
Source:New Zealand Herald
May 31, 2023 14:56 UTC