They googled up the words for ‘Go’ and “Russia’, and carefully drew up a sign for the front window. However, the version of “go” they opted for translated as “go away” which a Russian-speaking customer gently pointed out before helping them with a friendlier version. Nelson Mail, 21/6/11
Moves to make street safer after death put on hold Manawatu Standard, 10/5/11
Please help! Wanted experienced Bull to do ‘the business with our shy’ house cow! Our place or yours. Call … Central Otago News, 26/5/11
You’ll probably be thinking about climbing up and down Mauao too, taking in its amazing harbour views whilst listening to the sounds of lapping water … or the gentle burbling of sheep chatting to one another about how nice the grass is. Bay Lifestyles, Bay of Plenty Times, 8/6/11
A naked stunt in a Hokitika park has led to a dressing-down for two teenagers. Press, 12/4/11
Massey Ferguson 35 Sound tractor, won’t last long Ag Trader, May 2011
Win free hair for a year! Taranaki Daily News, 9/7/11
Raumati South signs
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