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Sunday, October 31, 2010

Auckland Cafes

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Cafe culture alive in Auckland city center.

Spago

46 Customs St East, Auckland 1010, New Zealand



Comments:
1. Friendly staff - polite
2. Nice eggs benedict, but really pricey at $18 
3. Coffee is not remarkable but comparable to other cafes
4. Location - central and visible
5. Very nice ambience - creative

Thursday, September 30, 2010

380 Airporter - Manukau City Centre to Auckland Airport

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Hi Everyone, we have updated this article (keeping the original article below for reference on the difference).

Update as of Jan 30, 2018

The 380 Airporter runs from Manukau City Centre via Papatoetoe train Station to the Auckland Airport.  Buses run 7 days a week, 365 days a year, approx every 15minutes during the day. 
Manukau - Airport:  First bus 4.15am, last bus 10.45pm
Airport - Manukau:  First bus 5.00am, last bus 11.30pm

If you are travelling on a Naked Bus, Intercity or Newmans service, you can also catch the 380 to the airport from Manukau City Centre where there is a connection point.

Tickets
Tickets are available from the bus driver. From Manukau City Centre to the airport the fare is $4.30 one way for an adult.

Naked Bus passengers can buy tickets online for their journey to the Airport - visit www.nakedbus.com to book.  

It takes approximately 25-40 minutes to get from Manukau City to airport using this service (traffic depending).

Train-Bus Connection to Auckland Airport (via Papatoetoe Train Station)
You can catch a train from anywhere along the Southern or Eastern Lines and connect at Papatoetoe Train Station with the 380 Airporter bus to the airport. From Papatoetoe to the airport it takes around 25 minutes travelling time - please factor in any connection time when you plan your journey.

Trains run between approx 5am - 10pm with later evening services on Fridays.

View Timetables below: 
Southern Line timetable           Eastern Line timetable          Route 380 timetable

Source.






Official data source:


Old article below ( dated 9/30/2010):



The 380 Airporter runs from Manukau City Centre via Papatoetoe train Station to the Auckland Airport Retail Centre.  Buses run 7 days a week, 365 days a year, and up to every 30 minutes during the day.
Manukau - Airport:  First bus 4.15am, last bus 10.45pm
Airport - Manukau:  First bus 5.00am, last bus 11.30pm
If you are travelling on a Naked Bus, Intercity or Newmans service, you can also catch the 380 to the airport from Manukau City Centre where there is a connection point.
Tickets
Tickets are available from the bus driver. From Manukau City Centre to the airport the fare is $4.30 one way for an adult.
Naked Bus passengers can buy tickets online for their journey to the Airport - visit www.nakedbus.com to book. 
It takes approximately 25-40 minutes to get from Manukau City to airport using this service (traffic depending).
Train-Bus Connection to Auckland Airport (via Papatoetoe Train Station)
You can catch a train from anywhere along the Southern or Eastern Lines and connect at Papatoetoe Train Station with the 380 Airporter bus to the airport. From Papatoetoe to the airport it takes around 25 minutes travelling time - please factor in any connection time when you plan your journey.

Trains run between approx 5am - 10pm with later evening services on Fridays.
View Timetables below:  
Southern Line timetable           Eastern Line timetable          Route 380 timetable

Source.

Thursday, August 19, 2010

Local Elections Coming up in New Zealand!

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Local elections are coming up - Friday is the last day to enroll to be able to vote. The elections will be held on October 9, 2010 - by post.

Make a stand and choose the right leader to help the development of your city! 

View Profiles of some of NZ's Local Candidates:

For more information on how to vote, please click here.

Thursday, April 8, 2010

Keep It Simple Sale at The Quadrant Hotel Auckland - STARTS MONDAY

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Visiting Wanganui

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A good 6 hour drive and a rural retreat, Wanganui is a perfect destination for busy Aucklanders to relax and enjoy nature. With breathtaking gardens and loads of activities to enjoy, Wanganui offers local and international tourists a real taste of rural New Zealand at its best. For more information, visit Wanganui Online.

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

Wholesale Beads - New Arrivals & Specials

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Latest News / Updates and Specials

Hi Travel and Tours NZ

Save on our latest arrivals:
All items are discounted for 5 days and available while stocks last.


Spiderwire- Ultracast Invisi-Braid Bead Thread.
Patented translucency technology makes this line the nearest thing to clear and invisible.

Its stronger, smoother, and much more durable than other braided line, while still amazingly thin!

Excellent for use with sharp edged beads which would normally damage other types of stringing material.

Super-strong at incredibly small diameters relative to monofilament *3 to 5 times thinner than an average monofilament of comparable tensile strength

 

SKU: SPIDER0650 @ $16.56 normal $20.70
SKU: SPIDER0850 @ $16.56 normal $20.70

Britannia Fine Pewter Beads, Charms and Findings.
These are high quality findings, made in the USA

SKU:TC94-5547-12 Spacer 7mm Fine Ant Silver made in the USA @ 0.76 ea Normal 0.95.
SKU: TC94-5583-12 Spacer 5mm coiled Fine Ant silver Made in the USA @ $0.33 Normal $0.41
SKU: TC94-5583-26 Spacer 5mm coiled Antique Gold Made in the USA @ $0.33 Normal $0.41
SKU: TC94-6130-61 Toggle Clasp Bright Rhodium Colour. Made in the USA @ $3.57 Normal $4.46
SKU: TC94-6079-12 Toggle Clasp Antique Silver Colour. Made in the USA. @ $1.80 Normal $2.25.
SKU:TC94-2299-12: Charm Nautical Star Ant Silver colour Made in the USA @ $1.28 Normal $1.60.
SKU: TC94-2307-12 Charm Hibiscus Ant Silver colour Made in the USA @ $1.28 Normal $1.60
SKU: TC94-2302-12 Charm Love Heart Ant Silver Made in the USA @ $1.28 Normal $1.60

 

 

 

 

 

 

Website Specials:
We've extended our specials category with over 50 products now on sale. 

Here's a list of our favourites:

Fresh Water Pearl colourized 6-7mm Copper Was $7.90 now $2.63
Copper Wire, Plated copper, 0.4mm, 5.0 meters in a roll. Was $2.67 now $0.44
Gemstone 8mm Blue Sandstone 16" strand. Was $18.96 now $9.69
Gemstone 8mm Crazy Agate 16" strand. Was $8.08 now $2.69
 

 

 

 

 

 
 


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Thursday, April 1, 2010

Easter Holiday Idea

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Wanganui is a perfect rural getaway.

Visit http://www.wanganuionline.com for things to do and sights to see.
Wanganui Online is Wanganui's #1 community portal.

Why visit Wanganui?
1. Wanganui has the 4th most temperate climate in the world!
2. Very beautifully restore character buildings
3. Best garden city on the North Island
4. Culture and Arts center
5. Reasonably priced accommodation and dining choices