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Quarantine, lockdown, international travel doomed. Will the world be able to get festive this year? If so, what will a Covid19 Christmas look like for all of you?
Chosen
Th best present I can have is that they, The NZ Govt, CANCEL ALL IMMIGRATION to NZ till the global virus has gone away.
Nov 10, 20
Why does anybody watch commercial TV in this era? I hate advertisements, I would rather get my teeth pulled out with a pair of pliers.
Phyrephly
....there's always the "off" switch - better expenditure of your energy than using pliers on your pearly whites.
Oct 07, 20
I used to love watching the Academy Awards and see people realising their dreams and winning awards for their creative work. But the Oscars isn t what it once was. Actors have become political puppets. No one cares what they think about politics. They should stick to what they do best -- acting!
Linda C
The glamour has gone and now mostly just trashy outfits and who can show more leg or boobs. No class in a lot of their speeches either. It sometimes feels like the ones that win should not even have been nominated and the better actors have been overlooked due to the money put behind the movie or the actors themselves. It all seems a bit rigged to me these days and I no longer watch it.
Sep 17, 20
I fail to see why middle-aged first time mothers are still stigmatised and shamed. I mean lots of women are having children later in life now. I was born to parents in their 40s and 50s and it hasn't done me any harm. I fail to see the issue. And this argument that the older parent may not live long enough to see their child grow up is ludicrous. Disease, addiction, tragedy and dysfunction can strike at any time in life. One can die at any age. Leave these poor women...
Imperia S
Good on these women who are taking the chance, there is nothing so beautiful than to hold a newborn in your arms at any age, besides I find that you seem to have more love and time for a child as one grows older and is more responsible, My Mum had 4 of us, and at 44 she told us that we are going to have 2 more, I was 18 at the time and all I could think is, EVERY ONE is going to think they are mine, Shock Horror, but it was amazing how my friends and my brothers came together, knitting baby clothes and the boys making the cradle with Dad, Sadly we lost one sister and the other is now 50 herself, 12 years older than my oldest, Mum is 94, sadly Dad Passed 17 years ago, But Mum Always Said That having my sister kept her young and the family together
Aug 31, 20
The most valuable lessons I've learnt were after I left school and university. Lessons about money. Lessons about entrepreneurship. Lessons about success and savings and investment. All these useless things they teach in the classroom that nobody ever uses. Education departments throughout the world need to step up
Christina D
My school did teach us about saving, budgeting, investment options, saving for retirement and about having a rainy day fund and an "oh crap" (emergency) fund. My parents taught us about shopping on a budget, cooking on a budget, layby's and HP's etc
Jul 16, 20
Cindy N 315785
I love my windchimes and crystals hanging to create rainbows everywhere
1 day ago
Add 1 cup warm water to measuring cup. Then add to water 1tbl white vinegar, stir. Break open egg into water Cook 90 secs in microwave Comes out perfect ENJOY
Sheree T
We have a special container that is designed for cooking poached eggs in the microwave and it is fantastic.
Nov 12, 25
You will need some pork ribs Tomato Sauce (Ketchup) Vinegar (brown or white) Brown or Cane sugar...and some salt Black pepper or chilli optional... You honestly won't believe how good this one tastes...sooo easy! Chop the ribs up into portions....grease a baking tray Make up a mixture of 2/3 Ketchup and 1/3 vinegar Put the ribs in a bowl cover them with the sauce Mix it about...pour it all into the baking tray..any spare sauce on top and...
Pato Lo Duck
But you forgot the beer to wash it down.. Now where did that pig go? Here piggy, here piggy\u2026 Nice apple for you..
Dec 18, 25
I just read the book called the secret About manifesting & Meditation It's hard to think nothing or to think posstive 24/7 or even 10minutes without a negative Thought entering your mind What are some of your Thorts and tricks on the matter ?
APB
OK so the title to this page has been changed...meditation has been removed...now I only have manifesting to work with..thats when something appears..well I have had a few things manifest themselves to me...all unpleasant..and I was teleported briefly to some battlements near where I lived in Scotland (at a different time and season) ..I didn't even know they were there....before being dumped back on the staircase of my home...soaking wet... {melting heavy snow in summer)...it only took a few minutes....aside from that everything seems perfectly normal....
Nov 30, 25
This is a quintessential Australian and New Zealand classic. If you've been intimidated by making your own pavlova, don't be! This recipe is straightforward and includes the crucial steps for getting that perfect, dry-to-the-touch shell and that famous gooey center. Get ready to bake a visually stunning and irresistibly delicious summer treat! Servings: 8 Prep Time: 20 minutes Bake Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (plus cooling time) Ingredients For the Pavlova...
Elizabeth T 396096
I hate pavolva and I do not care to hear any more about who invented it. As far as I am concerned, this disgusting recipe can return to New Zealand as I do not want it associated with Australia.\ud83e\udd23
Nov 30, 25
This is a simple and tasty Nepali-style breakfast made with spiced potatoes, flattened rice, boiled egg, and cucumber. First, boil and peel two medium potatoes, then cut them into small pieces. Heat a spoon of oil in a pan, add cumin seeds, and let them crackle. Add a little turmeric, chili powder, and salt, then mix in the boiled potatoes. Stir well and cook for a few minutes until the spices blend nicely. Garnish with chopped cilantro. On a plate, serve a handful of...
Lachelle B
I burnt my Hawaiian pizza last night, I should have put it on aloha setting. I tried shallow frying a twig, it kept falling out, guess it was a non stick pan. I tried using 'beef' as my password... it wasn't stroganoff.
Oct 29, 25
Ingredients: 1 whole fish (cleaned) Salt, pepper, turmeric, and lemon juice Olive oil or butter Mixed vegetables (mushroom, bell pepper, potato, chili, etc.) 2 corn cobs Mixed greens for salad (lettuce, cucumber, carrot, etc.) Dressing: olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and cheese Instructions: 1. Marinate the fish with salt, pepper, turmeric, and lemon juice. Let it rest for 15 20 minutes. 2. Grill or roast the fish on medium heat until golden and cooked through...
BLACK LIVES MATTER
Hi Kamana 1696768. Not into fish - anymore (these days). Still, I appreciate the time and effort you put into submitting your recipe!
Oct 24, 25
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Elizabeth T 396096
Soft kitty... warm kitty...little ball of fur...
Sheldon's song from Big Bang Theory\ud83e\udd23
I like cats and not rats\ud83e\udd23
Oct 12, 25
Ingredients: 8 10 chicken wings 2 tbsp oil 2 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp chili sauce 1 tbsp honey 4 cloves garlic, chopped 1 tsp chili flakes 1 tbsp fresh coriander/green onion (chopped) Salt & pepper to taste Instructions: 1. Season wings with a little salt and pepper, then pan-fry until golden brown and cooked through. 2. In the same pan, add garlic, onion, and chili flakes, sauté until fragrant. 3. Stir in soy sauce, chili sauce, and honey. 4. Toss the...
Rodwings
Thanks. I see thighs and drumsticks have been suggested already. Either would be my choice. Sounds awesome.
Oct 11, 25
Receiving 2 points compensation is such an insult when getting booted out of a survey - there should be 40 points minimum and even with surveys at around 1500 if you don't qualify 4 points thats an insult they she compensation should be increased to at least 250 points or a quarter of them. Man Rewardia need to stop being so stingy The best way to get your appoint across is message them and say next time you people send me a survey and it boots me out half way...
NotFriedLikeMost
Sadly, its not rewardia who decides that...its the ones rewardia is hosting the survey for. I have used 2 dozen survey sites in my 20 years of doing them online...this is by far the best. Lots of sites you get nothing when you're booted from a survey.
Jun 08, 25
1 cup long-grain white rice 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium onion, finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 cups button mushrooms, sliced 2 cups vegetable broth 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon paprika Salt and pepper to taste Chopped parsley for garnish Start by rinsing the rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming sticky. Chop the onion, mince the...
Lachelle B
Time for bad mushroom jokes: Mushrooms don't buy couches because they prefer toadstools. Did you hear the joke about the fungus? You might not like it at first, but it will grow on you. Why did the mushroom lose the weightlifting competition? He wasn't stroganoff. Alas my mushroom jokes are of spore taste!
Jun 14, 25
You will need a griddle pan and a lid or other pan to cover it Each burger is made out of 250 grams of beef mince(or pork and beef if you prefer...but make sure it is cooked enough!)....season the mince well with black pepper and salt...shape them into balls and then put them into the fridge for 24 hours (there is some evaporation and the mince bounds tightly together...there is a real difference. Next chop up chunks of beetroot onion and potatoes in equal quanties...add...
Scott R 947830
What did that burger ever do to you? Keep it simple - good quality ground beef, salt & pepper, slice of cheese and a bun. Nothing more needed.
May 23, 25
When does everyone take their decorations down after Christmas?... Mine are usually packed away on the 1st January
Maria B 89860
European Tradition used to be to take them down after the 6th January when the "Blessing of the Waters" are performed .. still stick to that but prolong it a bit as they are so pretty and brighten up the place! Yes, maybe I am just a big kid at heart!
Jan 03, 25
I live in a good neighbourhood. We help each other out shovelling snow & cutting grass. We even share fruit & vegetables from our gardens. How are your neighbours?
Cami
One side is miserable. Complains the town tree in front of my house sheds its fall leaves on her property. Other side is good.
Aug 04, 24
What do you usually have for breakfast? There's a lot of people who doesn't even have breakfast, they just don't feel hungry when they wake up. But there's other who feel that is their sacred meal and have a really complete healthy breakfast. What type are you?
BLACK LIVES MATTER
Two fried eggs with stir-fried onions, stir-fried green peppers, stir-fried vegetables between two slices of cheese, and two slices of toasted wheat bread - with a smoothie make at HOME! I celebrate waking up at my age - breakfast is a BIG DEAL for me - lol!
May 29, 24
How long does it take for pending points to be approved? I says available points and then pending points. Does everyone have this ?
Susan KTC
Normally within minutes as noted by Annette, or contact Rewardia as noted by Black Lives Matter\u2026
Mar 23, 24
I used to look forward to using some of the news sites on Rewardia but they haven't changed in a long time. ABC News, National Geographic and Science hasn't changed at all. Why have they taken blue surveys away? It takes so long to make enough points to make it worthwhile using Rewardia now days.
Annie P 543018
I love how they offer you a reward or offer to earn 100points if you do surveys that amount to over 1000 points and then make it as hard as hell to get any surveys at all, bit of a scam really, hope you read these discussions Rewardia!!
Jun 30, 23
I am 42 and for the few months I started having maternal urges. So do think it is a good idea? I have lots of energy and patience but as the child grows up more and more that might change, who knows? I need some advice I have not asked friends and family yet.
Bex
There are so many teen pregnancies, young girls I'll equipped to raise children, both financially, and mentally.. You're probably in a much better financial position, you've got the maturity and life experience, so I say absolutely go for it!
Dec 04, 23
Grandparents have a wealth of wisdom and a store of knowledge, but mostly, a lot of funny stories and good jokes.
boy blunder
you know what my nana said when I asked Pop why he is always smiling she said because he is tone deaf dear
Nov 23, 23
There are rational considerations around a decision, small or big, be about buying something or getting married. We all have come to somehow to a decision. Some people writing down the pros and cons, some follow an outside advice, some...well, some follow their gut feeling! What about you?
Robert L NZ
GUT FEELING FOR SURE!!! THE LONGER YOU PROCRASTINATE THE BETTER THE CHANCE OF GETTING IT WRONG!!!!
Aug 20, 23
Do you think people can sometimes take things too far, either playing sport, playing games or even card/board games? Have you ever witnessed this ...
Lachelle B
I love Scrabble and will use the OFFICIAL dictionary if I think your word doesn't exist. I have played Monopoly and the other players united forces against me, so after hours of playing I flipped the board.\ud83e\udd23 Competitive? No I just have issues lol.
Jun 22, 23
School holidays are approaching, what are your top 3 go-to-holiday activities. Let s get a discussion started to share ideas. These can be free, cheap, or treat ideas. Mine are; - Beach picnics/swim - Bike tracks - Time zone game arcade - Special lunch out.
Dang Ling-bits.
Playing on the freeways, hand feeding tigers and mountain climbing are great ways to keep them amused.
Jun 12, 23
So we've all been there , the room falls silent just as the one child is asking in the shop " "well where do all those dark people come from mummy?" Kids just don't have any filters, striking up conversations with strangers sometimes and pointing out the obvious. For instance to a person ( nowadays described as a little person) " Hello ! Well you're a little bit big and a little bit little aren't you?! "... I've had the joy of being there for both occasions, Fortunately...
allin3/24
i remember Art Linkletter had a TV show called,, "Kids Say the Darnedest Things",, on that show one night, he asked, "does anyone know anything about an octopus?",,, and this lil boy bout 6 year old answered,, "I do, they have 8 testicles",, as you can imagine, the audience erupted,,
May 08, 23
What are your tips and tricks to avoid or mitigate the feeling?
GIVIONIA S
DONT DRINK OVER UR LIMILT ONLY U KNOW WHAT UR SYSTEM CAN TAKE THEN THIS DONT OCCUR I DONT DRINK SO I DONT REMEMBER ITS BEEN 11 YEARS SO I DONT REMEBER BUT ONLY U CAN DO WHATS RIGHT 4 U SO DONT DRINK 2 MUCH
Jan 20, 23
Do you keep your Christmas and birthday cards or do you put them in the rubbish when you have read them, like I do?
Missy Wyld
With my mum in law passing a few weeks ago, the family had the unenviable task of going through her unit to get it ready for sale, as it was in an aged care village.
She kept cards, and the grandkids were going through them, (they are all adults), and found so many from/to their dear 'Pa' that they had sent many years back when they were little (he passed in 1988), and the kids were thrilled to see them & took them home for themselves as keepsakes.
I guess everyone is different, not everyone is sentimental. I feel it's disrespectful to throw them out.
Dec 26, 22
If someone has lied to you more than once about certain things. Does that break your trust? If so, is it hard to gain that trust back, or does that make people see you as a bitter person?
Daniel T 626103
There are people I love, but certainly don't trust because of this very issue. Trust is an important but easily broken thing.
Dec 22, 22
HP Envy 34-inch i7-12700/16GB/1TB SSD/RTX3060 6GB All in One Desktop all you wanna be geeks? any thoughts as to why I SHOULD NOT buy it. Thank you in advance...
Tom S Qld
WOW! This is a machine! But I see it's $3759 at Harvey Norman (which means it's the same price everywhere). What they won't advertise is the fact that they won't let you walk out of the store until you buy a 2-year extended warranty - add $150.
Choice Magazine recently warned that this is a scam. Consumers are protected by laws. Once you buy the product or service, the promise becomes a right that can be enforced under the Australian Consumer Law (ACL). Warranties are separate from your automatic consumer guarantees, which apply regardless of any warranty's suppliers sell or
give to you. Basically, you will pay for warranty even though you are protected by law.
Your PC comes with a manufacturer's warranty of 12 months. You are also protected by law. You don't need to buy an extended warranty.
Dec 21, 22
What do you prefer for your pets? Store branded foods or food that have real ingredients that are healthily braised on each pet's needs?
Larry S 382961
My late boss had Afghan show dogs and he used to buy chuck steak in bulk and freeze it in 1 kg bags. He went to the butcher and was asked the usual chuck steak for the dogs. A woman near him was shocked and said. You feed chuck steak to dogs. He replied,doesn’t everyone.
Nov 10, 22
I've planned a surprise party for her 50th birthday, and it went down well with 50 people attending, and it was at several places - and the big one was where I arranged for a friend she hasn't seen for 25 years, and she was surprised. Let's say it was you planning a surprise party for a friend, family member etc. what kind of party would you plan and what kind of food would you have? I am very keen to hear some ideas and views on this?
Elvira D 70287
I have planned a surprise party for my husband's 40th, never in my life attempted to do such a thing, so one day the thought came to my head and I spoke to my mother-in-law and she supported me in my decision, I choose a restaurant in Moonee Ponds. Just had mainly family and a few of my hubbies friends. it was a nice group of about 30 people. I had organized the date/time venue menu /birthday cake . All I told my husband was that on the day we were going out for dinner for his birthday although I didn't want him to see where we were going, I got him into the car. Blindfolded him and held on to his hand and guided him while walking, when I got him inside the venue all the family gathered ready to greet him once i took the blindfold off him he got the biggest and most unexpected shock of his life. My husband could not believe how I could keep such a secret, because I am one who gets exciteded .
Sep 29, 22
Is it me, but for the last 2 weeks the points on every game have been low. I would like to know why, and why do they keep fluctuating. Its driving me crazy
Matt M 461986
It's sort of random, sometimes I can grind away for what feels like 20 mins just to get 280 points but then sometimes I can get lucky and do one in 3-4 mins and get 900 points
Feb 02, 22
There was a popular song in my childhood here in Australia - "Kookaburra sits in the old Gum Tree" Merry Merry King of the Bush is he (skip a bit) "Laugh Kookaburra, Laugh Kookaburra Gay Your Life Must Be" - Today the Kookaburra should be A Merry Monarch of the Bush, and must be in a same-sex relationship? He must be unhappy!
BLACK LIVES MATTER
it was called colonialism - in my youth - now it is called politically correct - in my old age - don't ask questions that will offend the majority - it was called institutional racism - in my youth - now it is called systemic racism - in my old age - don't ask questions that will offend the majority - names for concepts change - the concept doesn't EVER change
Apr 27, 21
Do you think RTA will start to design a better traffic lights working system? When people drive somewhere, it is always a disaster to get out of the suburban area. I think this is because the lights system works in the old way, like it was ten years ago. You probably experienced the situation when you are in the traffic line, and the light is green for only 2-3 seconds. What do you think about it?
Larry S 382961
I have this problem only on weekends. A set of lights run very phase time slow. I have rung the traffic control people and get told. Yes sure is a problem so I will tweak the phase to clear it. Nothing gets done. Even have gone online to report it and nothing done.
Apr 07, 22
I've done all kinds of travel over the years and despite the uncertainty of COVID variants etc, I still have plans and hopes for travel etc for my family and me. e.g a family Missions Trip and other travel... What about you guys?? Also, what ideas methods have you found to be effective for generating funds etc for a major dream/plan?
Leslie D 488751
Only spend what you have to. People buy things that are not needed, so their money disappears before their eyes. There are many ways to save, some better than others, so use your imagination. I had plans to go to Ukraine this year but that has been put on hold for now.
Mar 10, 22
Have you ever had a melody or the song's lyrics, that just kept playing in your mind, and you wanted it out? Did you find a way to get rid of it, or did you succumb to it's power?
Judy T 470524
I often have 'earworms' like that. Today my son was singing 'Won't you take me to Funky Town' and it is still playing on a loop in my head.lol
Feb 23, 22
Someone who admires you sends more than a dozen red roses in a vase. Would you be willing to accept the advances or just the roses? Would you refuse it all?
Susan D 669698
There are many reasons for beautiful scenery of roses ??but it depends if you want or deserve it ????
Jan 28, 22
During the current European football championships I've been wearing my lucky pink, polka dot socks! Anyone else got any irrational superstitions??
Pato Lo Duck
I heard that in Asia, if a bird poos on your head it is lucky.. So I figured that if birds were lucky then having a bear poo on your head would be super lucky. Next time the koala came around I went and stood under the tree watching him, but I think he must have been constipated, so I gave up in the end and decided to continue being my old unlucky self for a bit longer..
Jan 20, 22
I just opened the cupboard and there they were. After removing everything from that shelf (there is always one shelf that they seem drawn to) and getting rid of as many as I could, I clean the shelf, shut the door. 2 minutes later, open the door, and the ones I misses are gathering in a corner, l swear they are laughing at me! So, I put down the borax/sugar mix, which is supposed to kill them, but of course they avoid it. Any Rewardians have better solutions for keeping...
Sylvia Y
I have tried everything and nothing got rid of the little beasties until I discovered Ant-Rid ant baits, they are little white blocks that you can stick to surfaces and the beasties go inside and take the stuff back to their nest - they really work and they are all gone within a couple of days
Jan 12, 22
What is your preference, why and what would it take to get you to change? Years ago my best friend got an iPhone and loved it, so i got one... never looked back, iPhone for life... I wouldn't be able to convert to Samsung now.
Sabine V
l had a Samsung which died so my sister gave me her spare lphone which took me 18 months to work out how to use. Every thing l tried to do was not compactable with the lphone, which meant l had to find different ways to get the phone to do what l wanted, very frustrating. l would never buy an lphone, shich is over priced. When this one breaks down l will go back to an Android
Dec 12, 21
Would you choose a name for your child (or, if asked to name another's child) simply because it is popular or trendy?
Rifat H
I think a person's name is a lot like the name of a book. The name should be the most fitting in describing the person that grows and transforms themselves into : using their name as though it was a guide. If you know what I mean ;-) A classic poem which encourages reading and also reminds me of people's names titled 'Open a Book'.
Open a book
And you will find,
People and places of every kind,
Open a book
And you can be,
Anything you want to be;
Open a book
And I will too,
You'll read to me,
And I'll read to you.
Nov 13, 21
We seem to be going through another period where very old and antique furniture can be bought for very little...nobody wants it...when I was redoing a bathroom...it was MUCH cheaper for me to buy a solid timber dresser that was over 100 years old..and convert it to being a sink unit...than buy a crappy wood fiber unit from Bunnings ... what the new owner got was something very special ... but something else had to go ... to make it ... maybe in a hundred years time...
Imperia S
gosh Andrew 1, how could you use /convert such a beautiful piece of furniture as a bathroom cupboard, My brother is an antique restorer/french polisher, he works for several dealers and auctioneers to restore this type of furniture and would be crying if he saw and hear what you did to it, that would be worth a fortune, and don't worry I won't tell him LOL, I love antiques
Aug 04, 21
There are guys on Air tasker and other sites who specialise in coming to your home and assembling this stuff....IKEA itself has now opened a service to come around to assemble it for you too...how hard would it be to include a sensible logical instruction list...HELLO SWEDEN...what is going on here?
Paul
An update to my earlier post! Recklessly (Or should that be "Wreck".....) I succumbed to DIY temptation again not long after writing it, after all what harm could another small bookcase do? Duly went online to find a matching one, only available in White now, that's OK, I have no colour bias, perfect harmony with the Black one..... Arrived on my doorstep this morning, great! Cold day, nothing like a bit of DIY on a cold winter's day to get the blood pumping, as long as I don't get any one the carpet. Lifted the box up...TRIED to lift the box up....it slowly dawned on me that this "Thing" was a whole heap bigger & heavier than the other one. Dragged it inside & propped it up against the dining table, where it remains. I'll get onto it tomorrow, maybe, after I've moved the furniture. It wont fit where I'd planned.
My biggest dilemma though is they sent me one worth $50 not the one I paid $20 for, what should I do?!!!!
Jun 29, 21
Does anyone really trust crytocurrencies? I'm not so sure about them. I don't know, maybe, they will be more secure in the future. I've heard that the Dark Web prefers them, which doesn't help their case much, if, at all.
M 312029
Cryptocurrency and regular currency will co-exist in the future.
Cryptocurrency, and owning your own crypto-wallet means you become your own bank. This is both a good thing and a bad thing.
While it is new technology, there are a lot of scammers looking to exploit those that are unfamiliar with it, and there are a lot of new 'cryptocurrencies' which can be used as "ponzi schemes"/Pump and Dumps"/"Rug pulls".
I think this is a great video that actually helps explain the concepts of Cryptography/Cryptocurrency. (I hope im allowed to post this) https://youtu.be/bBC-nXj3Ng4
Moving forward, I believe things like crypto can be very good for the world, and can improve trust in things like Elections, contracts and other legal issues.
But, it still has a long way to come before real world adoption.
Jun 16, 21
According to me love marriage is better because the partners know each other so well and hence will have a comprehensive understating of the other person .
Joanne R 561977
Marrying someone you love and have a connection with, the person you choose and they choose you to spend the rest of your lives together is better. Would not like to be with someone i didnt love.
Jun 12, 21
My son was in a car accident where he was driving straight on a main road. The second car pulled out of a parking lot in front of him. No one was given a ticket. My insurance company stated that no ticket means both parties were at fault. Is this a true statement?
Morton B
Based on law in NZ you son had right of way, the other car was pulling out onto a carriageway and must give way or stop until way is clear. Drivers can exchange details of Name Address/contact phone number, Registration No and name of Insurance Co. If requested by other driver you must disclose this info and he must reciprocate as required under the Land Transport Act. I would also make a Police report to get it documented if police didnt attend accident esp if he refuses to supply required details. Here getting a ticket is not a requirement for Insurance Company
Jun 07, 21
If you could pick your own name what will it be and why?
SANDRA G 394859
I went to school with a boy called Bake Bean because his mother had a craving when she was pregnant and they actually named him that and his brother was named Watties
May 30, 21
My youngest son complained to me about his brother going off to work in Canada "I thought he'd come back with great stories. loads of pictures and stuff that he got there...but he is in contact all the time, I get photos and videos of all he is doing...there isn't going to be anything to talk about when he gets back"....I did all my major travelling and work abroad a long time ago,,,the odd phone call or a postcard that often too longer than you to get back....I travelled for two...
Katzeye
To explore and discover new things,meet new people and make new friends, try new cuisines and indulge in new experiences and learn about other cultures...If we didn't travel life would be boring .I have been to Sydney,Brisbane,Gold Coast,Vanuatu and all around my own country here in NZ from the South Island to the top of the North Island and all going well,I will be heading to Rarotonga later next year for a 60th party.
May 14, 21
So over the weekend my laptop decided it was time for a windows update and silly me started the update,4 friggin hours later!!! and it was still not finished so I perservered and let the update continue for around another hour or so including installing time.My laptop needed a restart so away I go thinking everything is going to run smoothly after the reboot but how wrong I was.Loading windows was a complete nightmare and nothing could be accessed from my apps,just kept ...
Joe B 288252
Our windows are great. We updated from drapes to venetians in 05 and have had no trouble since, just a little antiviral work with a brush & hose once a year...beaut!....lol
Oct 06, 20
Which accents are your favorites to listen to? And, why do you like them? Is it a roll of the tongue or a sharp drop in a word spoken? Let us know! (Oh, and when, I state accents, I mean when someone is speaking the English language, not in their own language[s] )
nina m 212027
i love the english from yorkshire and the north of england but you drive from village to village and the accents are differant love them i,m from cornwall so thats didfferant again
Jan 03, 21
Sometimes when I venture out, it really does feel like we are living in an apocalypse. The social distancing. The masks. The fear in people's eyes. The avoidance in people's body language. The eerie feeling in the air freaks me out.
stephen k 108509
If we can get 100% support from all citizens in following government regulations, we can defeat this terrible virus. But it needs 100% NOT 99% or less. The ball is now in our court. The pathway to recovery is there and it is achievable. Stay strong and committed to following all government directives and we will surely win.
Aug 03, 20
Do you think families will be able to get together this year for Easter?
APB
Its funny, when we all discuss Christmas...there are loads of people who get all worked and upset about it being all about Christ, and people have forgotten the true meaning etc.....Yet when we get to Easter ...another Pagan festival that the Christians stole from it's true owners...Everyone is talking about hot cross buns, chocolate eggs and bunnies...I guess the Christians couldn't come up with anything better.....
Feb 14, 21
Not that long ago... I was just browsing around on the internet, and I came across a penfriend-club. I was surprised! I thought penfriend clubs died out due to the popularity of the internet. It's good that they still exist! Have you ever had a penfriend? Do you currently have one that you write to?
EILEEN W 310556
As a lonely teen in the UK back in the 50s and 60s I had penpals all over the world. We exchanged postcards, stamps, learnt a bit about languages and other cultures. How exciting it was to receive mail from France, Japan, USA, Italy, Norway, Jugoslavia, the Azores etc. I studied languages at School and Uni and hitchhiked around Europe meeting and mixing wonderful people including my future husband. Now Facebook has replaced letter writing and I love hearing from my many International friends every day.
Jan 27, 21
When do children reach the status of having had enough experience of the world to try to tell their parents how to live their lives?
Anneliese
Lessons and learning can go both ways. You teach them things and likewise they can teach you things. Your talking about bossing someone, there should be respect from both sides. Discipline is a different thing, it's like learning what's right and wrong. However gaining experience and learning is something you will always do.
Jan 26, 21
Do you think witchcraft is just hippie-dippy nonsense or the real thing? I'm still unsure. I've read about people who claim to be witches but I've never tried a spell or anything. Have you?
Jacqueline R 353303
A Lot of poor innocent women were wrongly burnt at the stake years ago by ignorant people, sometimes for just helping. I'm open minded.
Dec 02, 20
He s 94 years old. What a living legend. Were you one of the millions of followers that followed him?
LEANNE B 221779
Come on all you people saying you’ve never heard of Instagram and so many other things that have been discussed on here. Okay how have you found rewardia site then if you seem to know nothing about technology or the internet?
Dec 19, 20
Mine usually accumulates in my coat pockets and goes towards a nice bottle of wine. Or I keep it and give it to buskers. How about you?
EILEEN W 310556
I save up all my change at the end of the week and it goes into a special bank account for my little volunteer school in a very poor Balinese Village for children whose parents cannot afford the Government school fees. I began it as a kindergarten and it has been going now for 8 years, helped by my fundraising and donations from friends. Whenever I go over to take books, clothing, soccer boots etc., my accumulated bank deposits help pay the school bills. It is run by my Balinese friends who take no money themselves so the children can get a basic education. It is amazing how change does make such a difference to children who have nothing, not even a toy of their own. Covid has meant I cannot get over there since January and my tiny school has closed, waiting until I can get back with what I have saved.
Dec 04, 20
Why are people so rude on the roads these days, before people used to give way to other people out of being polite. Now days people don't let anybody in, if you try to change lanes, people speed up so you can't If you park at the supermarket car park, once you have finished your shopping, and want to reverse out of your spot, no-one will stop to let you out, I've even had someone go around me, and I was half way out. What is wrong with people these days?
Elizabeth T 396096
What do you mean these days? I have witnessed this behaviour for decades BUT it does seem to get worse over time.
Nov 27, 20
I have just started making changes within my household and the changes are amazing. No more allergies from toxic chemicals. I only wish I had done it sooner.
Maria B 89860
I use vinegar in the washing machine, just lift the cap on the agitator and fill it up at the beginning of the 1st cycle. Clothes come up smelling fresh and of whatever is on the off the shelf ones.
Oct 17, 20
Do you believe healthcare should be free? Or do you think the individual should have to fund it themselves? If so, what are the reasons for your stance?
Disie
Totally agree healthcare should be free worldwide. It would actually cut the cost of medications, surgeries etc. People with no health cover are doomed from the start unless they're on a 5 figure salary
Oct 26, 20
If it saves lives, I don't have a problem with it. I choose humanity over the economy and inconvenience. What are your thoughts?
Judy CH
in risk areas yes, we couldn't get masks for a long time after lock down, if you where glasses they get fogged up
Aug 06, 20
I know the company has gone global and gets good reviews But having ingredients delivered, then having to cook it myself -- doesn't whet my appetite.
barbara p 90052
I use Hello Fresh 3 days of the week. My daughter uses it for 5 days. Nothing to do with laziness-daughter works full time and finds it great to have all the ingredients ready. I started during the Lockdown -don't have to go to the shops as often. We all enjoy the food -we have our own vegetable garden and we use them for our other meals.
Aug 12, 20
Rob G 106430
Fermi Paradox is reasonable. However, if there any aliens among us they will telling their homebase to stay away from the human virus.
1 hour ago
While Rewardia naps like it's never done before . . . What about adding a Retro Music Quiz Game to Rewardia . . .Music Quiz where you can select 50s, 60s, 70s 80s or 90s to play. And add to the Play & Earn Games where you can win pointy things. What I mean is . . . those games like Cookie Hangman and Solitaire and others . . . have a game like that in the play and earn section called Retro Music Quiz Game where you can...
Liane H
Sounds good Loops. I for one am sick of typing especially in a hurry ..perhaps like on most modern gaming platforms they could have the option of audio access as well .
We already have private rooms ..why not a private vmail box .? . ..it would make Bongo quite exciting ..no?
Jan 17, 26
Hi all. I'm finding more and more surveys screen out and/or are completely irrelevant (the 'big corporate tech' ones for instance). And few pay well for the time spent. I enjoy pottering away on a few of the games while having a break or watching average TV etc, but some seem to take a lot of time for very few poiints. What are the ones that are best for good points in the least time? Seems to me that some of the word games are OK, but maybe I'm just good at...
Elizabeth J 447888
When you have been with Rewardia for as long as I have, the wod games, especially Cookie Hangman, i feel is the way to go. I have been through them so many times previously so I just whip through them.
Jan 08, 26
I was looking for a phone number to locate a store. I first tried the Yellow Pages, but it said the number was disconnected. So I went online to find the number on my computer, and instead I was connected to an AI service. It asked me to pay $1, either through my credit card or BPAY, before it would give me the number. The $1 was supposedly refundable, but I refused, as you always hear warnings about giving out bank details online. Even if it is refundable, how...
Daphne C 69754
my tech savy grandson told me to put my curser on the link it shows and if it is different to the address it says the email is from then do not click it because it is most likely a scam
Sep 29, 25
i just started a survey that said survey finish on 20 11 2025 answered 4 questions then told survey is closed i sick of all this bull that they say need to get 4oo points then Rewardia get get lost can not say what i want
Luna 1709686 SA
These days I get screened out alot. Either I start answering questions, then they say sorry you've been screened out. Or i actually get to the end of the survey and it says either (error) ( page not found) or screened out after im do e answering all the questions. That makes me angry because ive just wasted time in doing them. Sometimes I get 2pts as a compensation, but mostly not. That's why I hardly get points together. BS
Nov 18, 25
What s a product or service you think is wildly overpriced but you still buy it anyway?
Liane H
Where do I begin? I actually bought some steak the other day. Then I needed butter ( Preference Western Star) .
Cheese . Jersey milk. Coffee . Chocolate .
Oh what the hell, let's add in the raspberries.
Nov 15, 25
Once a week, I take a little extra time to take a little extra time to make a full dinner. I grilled chicken with salt, pepper, and a bit of garlic for flavor. Alongside, I cooked sausage until golden and also grilled some pineapple rings and eggplant slices, they give a nice smoky and sweet taste. For the sauce, I made a creamy tomato base with butter, and spices, then simmered it till smooth. I also made a small side of orange salad mixed with chili flakes and a for a spicy,...
Sheree T
Thanks for sharing you recipe I am sure there will be people who would enjoy it. I am vegetarian so it's not for me.
Nov 14, 25
Is it wrong to donkey or informal vote if you don't like any candidates ... should you just vote for the 'best of a bad lot' ?
Elizabeth T 396096
If you don't vote, then you don't have a right to complain if the worst of the lot gets in. This is not an issue in Australia as voting is mandatory and if you don't vote, you get fined.
Oct 08, 25
Ingredients: - 3 large apples, peeled, cored, and sliced thinly - 2 cups all-purpose flour - 1 cup granulated sugar - 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed - 1 teaspoon baking powder - 1 teaspoon cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon salt - 2 large eggs - 1/2 cup milk - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract - Optional: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts Directions: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. In a large bowl, whisk together the...
Graham I
Oh dear, cannot decide whether to have it with fresh thick cream or hot custard ... maybe have to load it with ice cream instead .. what a dilemma ....
May 25, 25
"When you believe in things. That you don't understand. Then you suffer." Superstition (released on 10/24/1972) is a song sung by Stevie Wonder.
Angie
Rise up this morning,
Smile with the rising sun,
Three little birds pitch by my doorstep
Singin\u2019 sweet songs
Of melodies pure and true,
Singin\u2019, \u2018This is my message to you.\u2019
Jul 09, 25
In your next life will you come back as a female or male? & why? (don't worry if you do not beleive in reincarnation) just work with us here :P
Liane H
Are you kidding ..it's \ud83d\udcaf % Male for me! I'd be the apple of my mother's eye ..live a happily hapless existence with the 'fairies' cleaning up after me . If I ended up with a great job I would be praised and paid higher than any female I worked with..
Dr's would listen to me if I had any pain issues . No periods ,no pap tests ...
If I found myself as a widower or a single dad, I would probably find a partner who would love my kids and want to look after us all far easier than a single mum.
I would pay less for underwear and haircuts and in general be able to strut around like a peacock ( as long as i am sweet by nature) without judgement and just be adored \ud83e\udd23
Jul 06, 25
2 tablespoons plain flour 1 tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning 1 tablespoon all-purpose spicy seasoning 1 teaspoon salt 1/2kg boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon butter 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 cup low salt chicken broth 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon fresh finely chopped parsley 1/2 teaspoon pepper DIRECTIONS: In a shallow dish, combine flour, lemon pepper, all-purpose spicy and salt. Coat chicken in flour...
BLACK LIVES MATTER
Appreciate the time you took to share your recipe; however, you lost me at 'spicy' as I cannot 'handle' spicy food or spicy seasonings - anymore!
Jun 23, 25
*Ingredients This dish is very popular in the village areas of Indonesia and Malaysia. *300 g corn kernels. * 1 beer, drink beer while preparing fritters, *3 tbs plain flour. *1 tbs rice flour. *1 chopped spring onion. * 1 egg *salt to own taste. *1 cup oil for frying. * Spices. * 1 tsp coriander seeds. * half teaspoon white pepper. *7 shallots. * garlic and chili to own taste . * Method. * Grind coriander, white pepper, shallots and garlic until...
teresa b 607654
I'd use creamed corn, and only enough oil to fry. I'd drink the merlot that was omitted from the recipe.
Jun 08, 25
I finally got my husband to join Rewardia. While showing him how to complete surveys, he clicked on his very FIRST survey only for a message to come up saying "you have already completed this survey". Whaaaat??? how could he? It was his very first survey. Please Rewardia up your game.
APB
do you share a computer or phone?...anyone from your IP address appears to be the same person from their end...as Peter says below..
Jan 23, 25
Do you think it's deliberate when they time you out of surveys once you have answered all the questions? That way they don't have go give you points. I've completed many and then they say I don't qualify of timed out and when you question where the points are, only to be told it's a 3rd party so we can't confirm you completed the survey
APB
Some of these are carried out on behalf of Universities...who paid for them...they would be horrified if they knew they too are being ripped off by some cowboy survey company
...
Nov 19, 24
Year to year, I've learned so much from my few plants (veggies and ornamentals) in Zone 5, but it's such a delight to see things grow. Never met a weed nor Japanese beetle I liked, but even they too have functions. Some crops yield good harvest each year while others need me trying differently or watching the weather for what's possible. How do you fare gardening wherever you are?
Andrew C 287196
Gardening affordable?!? The prices in the gardening shops are just as bad as everywhere else. \ud83d\ude41
The last affordable activity is probably simply walking, and even then shoes cost a fortune and don't seem to last as long as they used to.
Jul 22, 24
Youth crime has now become so serious especially in Queensland that towns are under siege by groups of young teens some as young as 8 or less with machetes, knives, guns, bats, etc. They are stealing cars and usually smashing them, breaking and entering often with violence in either home invasions or business premises, damaging property, bashings of old people waiting for a bus or old people in homes, students at school or other teens in the street etc. more likely being a younger...
Stu J
The Daleks had a saying "EXTERMINATE - EXTERMINATE" - but I wouldn't go that far but castration (both parents and kids) might be a thing of the future for the so called "entitled". Its a good question for Trump to see what his opinion would be - yeah right - "Give em all guns" Legalise the "Hunger Games".
Mar 20, 24
Our local agricultural show is on this weekend. I like a lot of people are busy baking and cooking things. Also hoping our garden will give us the biggest, best, pumpkin, tomato. Or best Rose, herbs or other goodies. Do others enter their local shows or is everyone getting too busy, and it is only us oldies that are doing it. I am entering: Pumpkins, Tomatoes, Herbs, Silverbeet, Rhubarb, Murat Limes, Roses. Tea Cake, Scones, Date loaf, Nut loaf, uncooked...
Helen E 469767
We have a lot of shows around us. Gore, Wyndham, Tapanui, Balclutha'
All very popular. Good for people to get together and chat, good catch up time.
Mar 09, 24
Why your dream job will not guarantee happiness? Doing a job you absolutely LOVE can positively influence your everyday mood, but it will not guarantee long-term happiness. Why do you think that is, and what are your thoughts? Does a dream job make you happy?
Michael B 494505
A dream job is one that you look forward to doing every day of your working life I was lucky to have the job I loved and was good at
Jan 13, 24
I just tried to redeem some points from another survey website and they've changed the process yet again. A while back they changed the redeeming process to include phone code (either a text message or a robo-voice call) and now they insanely require you to take a photo of yourself holding your drivers license or ID, which they store on a "secure server" (yeah, right)!! If you don't, you can't redeem any points. I already had to close an account with a different survey site a...
Holly Cat
My neighbor had a site that requested a driver's license and selfie. I was on the same site and never had that request. He sent the survey site an email indicating he was uncomfortable to do that and if there's another way he could confirm his identity, so they actually responded and indicated they would have to send him a check the first time, to be deposited into his bank when he receives it. He agreed and did receive the check and cashed it, and ever since he's had no issues with redeeming his points. I guess what I'm trying to say is email the survey site letting them know you're uncomfortable and see if another solution is offered. I'd hate to see you not be able to redeem your points.
Oct 14, 23
All I ve noticed is an increase in commercials getting you to invest in real gold. IE .buying bricks and keeping them under your bed? It might be that gold is a good investment for some, but it's not the right move for everyone. Gold is typically considered a low-risk, safe-haven investment, but it's not one that offers high returns. Does anyone have any comment one way or the other? If so, please help me understand via proof or quotes from your sources. In this economy fact...
Glenyse H
Not for me . I have a couple of Company\u2019s that produce gold and the dividends are enough for me.
Sep 02, 23
As an only child raised by my grandmother, I never felt the strong connection that others feel with brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles and parents. When we immigrated 3 years ago, I did not feel an ounce of worry or longing to go back to my country of birth. I've never felt homesick at all. Is this normal at all? Has anyone else felt the same way?
Janice S 76330
I was born in UK. My parents chose a different religion to their familes, and most of both families turned against my parents. Because of that rift I grew up knowing who my grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins were, but not having a very close bond with them. In 1971 my father announced that we were emigrating to Australia. Before we left UK we were told that there was a house ready for us, and jobs for my father and myself. We arrived in "the land of sunshine" in June on a very wet, cold, windy day, there was also no house or jobs, so we had to live in the Pennington Hostel and look for work. That was the only time I felt homesick. As our circumstances improved we were glad we had come. In 2006 I made my first trip back to UK for a 7 week holiday, but then I was happy to return home to Australia, for me 'home' is where my immediate family are.
Feb 20, 22
I've owned both over the years but I am conflicted on which one to purchase next. I think a Mac may be better for creativity and music. But I'm not sure which one is best overall.
Luna
Always been a PC person, never owned a Mac or any Apple products so couldn't really give input on that.
Sep 04, 20
Today I received notification that my TXT messages are "end-to-end encryption". When I learn more, this mean that noone including Google and third parties can read those messages send it from my phone. So does it mean until today they could? I doubt our text messages from our cell phone are private! I don't understand how anyone else apart from sender and receiver can read it. I am in shock. Did you know that?
Daniel A 2
No supposably nothings private, We've just always got to hope that there's just so much out there, that they wont bother tuching our own, when they don't have the time.
Apr 27, 23
They shall not grow old, as we that are left grow old. Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We shall remember them.
Jenny L 591463
War and we have more fighting as if we need it. Go Ukrainian \ud83c\uddf7\ud83c\uddfc Lest we forget and remember the ones still facing war today. So sad have we not learnt from our past and may redemption and rightfulness prevail.
Apr 25, 23
Natural disasters where people lose everything overnight is horrible and so hard to comprehend. If you had one item (excluding people & pets) you could save from your house in a disaster, what would it be?
Debra D 624780
I lost everything in a flood twice during my lifetime, luckily i was able to save my pictures, but I lost all my good old time recipes, I miss those the most.
Feb 06, 23
We now have a councillor who is supposedly representing everyone wanting to ban leather, fur and such from all chamber meetings and events. That means no leather shoes, chairs, book covers, belts etc. I can understand fur as this generally comes from Minks etc. however, leather??? She wants all things of this matter removed. I think there is much more work to be done in this country re the floods, fires, deforestation, roads, schools, health, youth crime, drugs, etc. and I...
APB
I saw something recently that claimed to be made from "vegan friendly" leather.....yup...you guessed it...it was made from PU....plastic!!....the world has gone bonkers....leather is a natural and durable material...and far better that using plastic!!
Jan 10, 23
Who is hosting the Partae of the End of this Yearus Horribuloso? There of course could be two- one this side of the world and then we zoom via a Muskian Rocket to the US of A for the next partae. Or if we can't get our Motions together for that maybe a fave song to offer that sums up the year.. Just thinkin' what mine could be.. awwws get the tissues out..Dedicated to my Rewardian Miners. 'thankyou for bein' a friend"..and on a more personal level...
Heather the Chocoholic
No party here. Just want to forget this year happened. I seriously don't think I would've gotten through this year without the amazing people I met here, particularly on bingo. I can't think of a song for the year, so just want to say thank you for being there.
Dec 31, 22
Some workplaces offer one lot of sick leave. In New Zealand it's 10 days, after 6 months in the workplace. Some offer dependant leave aswell, ie 10 personal, 10 dependant. These get refreshed on your work anniversary usually. As a solo parent..these can go very quickly. Covid has made a huge impact on this..with most schools sending kids home with any cold symptoms as a precaution. Some workplaces let the workers with a large balance of sickleave to...
Chosen
Wrong - NZ by the July 24th 2021 amended legislation is a max of 10 sick days a year and one can accumulate upto a max of 20 sick days leave per annum.
Dec 15, 22
He should stick to rapping. The sad thing is, anyone thinks they can join politics now regardless of whether they have any former experience or training. Today s political world reminds me of the Adam Sandler film, Idiocracy.
Sapphire Princess
as I understand it it was not intended he was going to run. it was a publicity stunt from what I understood.
Aug 30, 20
A wise man said that you start out owning possessions but at some point, those possessions end up owning you....if you had to lose all your personal possessions...and just share everything...what would be the one personal object you would want to keep?
Carol S 657195
Knowing me, it would be something sentimental and totally useless to me! If I was being practical, I would keep my laptop or a telephone. Does this mean we are naked? If so, I'd keep my Eeyore Jammies! LOL
Aug 20, 22
Love this great fellow.. just watching his Great American Trail series on tv at the moment. Wondered if anyone else has seen and enjoyed?
Smiley
HUbby is a big Billy fan. He has all his movies, books and whatever else he has released over the years.
I have grown to like him, he seems like a lovely genuine man who says it like it is.
Jul 31, 22
I treasure any gift I am given, except for the time my mother gave me a gift for Christmas, which I had given her the year before for her birthday. Have you ever returned a gift someone gave to you or gifted it on to someone else?
Christine M 323842
Better to regift, swap, or sell. No need to have useless things around. There is plenty of things that I actually need. Always appreciate that someone has been kind enough to think of me though.
Jul 30, 22
Growing up a little boy my Mother had a vast array of cutlery she told me that if I was ever invited to tea with the Queen I'd know what spoon, knife or whatever to use...three full sizes of knives and forks...fruit spoon, soup spoon, desert spoon, jam spoon, cheese knife, steak knife, fish knife...the list went on.... I haven't seen most of these in over 40 years...has anyone else?
marni k
If you're hungry who cares how you shovel it in Mind you I still want to know what cutlery is what in case I ever go to a posh restaurant like in the movie Pretty Woman
Jul 07, 22
Have you kept in touch with workmates from previous jobs? I have from the last two jobs I had, and it is really great to have a catch up now and again and talk about "old times" I wish I had stayed in touch with more of my workmates - I often used to think about them, but never followed up on it. What about you?
Priscilla R 316016
Yes, I have, and they have rallied around me this year after my husband died suddenly. Don't know what I would have done without them
Jul 05, 22
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