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There, they're and their!

NumberWorks'nWords NorthWest

There, they’re and their are the big trio of commonly confused words with all three of them pronounced the same.
- There means the opposite of here; “at that place.”
- They’re is a contraction of “they are” or “they were.”
- Their means “belongs to them.”

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1 day ago

Poll: Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Buses can be a relaxing way to get home if you have a seat and enough space. However, it can be off-putting when someone is taking a phone call next to you.

Do you think it's inconsiderate for people to have lengthy phone calls on a bus? Vote in the poll, and add your comments below.

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Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?
  • 64.6% Yes
    64.6% Complete
  • 32.8% No
    32.8% Complete
  • 2.6% Other - I'll share below
    2.6% Complete
1247 votes
22 days ago

What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.

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2 hours ago

Open Homes

Nicky Horsbrough - Harcourts Helensville

🏡 Open Homes - Sunday 10 November

📍 9 Empressa Heights, Helensville at 11:00am
📍 169 Rautawhiri Road, Helensville at 11:30am
📍 167 Anderson Road, Kaukapakapa at 12:15pm
📍 24 Wyn Close, Kaukapakapa at 1:00pm
📍 357 McLachlan Road, Kaukapakapa at 1:45pm
📍 230 Taupaki Road, Taupkai at 3:00pm

💻 Head to my website for more details: harcourts.net...