Fogg 427 Posted April 12, 2020 Share Posted April 12, 2020 1 hour ago, 44forty said: Roast whole scotch fillet with a mustard and herb crust just gone in the oven here . Son is making cauliflower purée while drinking several types of red and a craft beer . Sounds a bit wanky but he’s a chef and I was one many moons ago . but to balance it out we are in the bush , offgrid and 5 sharing a longdrop so not all airs and graces ! . Happy Easter . Keep an eye on that scotch fillet, must be nearly done by now, don’t over-do it 😊 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
chariot 244 Posted April 12, 2020 Share Posted April 12, 2020 The Mercs are beconing but it was lamb leg roast at home with a good bottle of Merlot. Oh, and a few beers while i was cooking it. Boat still attached to the marina. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
waikiore 501 Posted April 12, 2020 Share Posted April 12, 2020 Interesting to see the big Riv crasher coming back up the harbour when we finally get a breezy forecast yesterday, police said hi off Devonport but he carried on - I guess he does Live aboard anyway. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Black Panther 1,776 Posted April 12, 2020 Share Posted April 12, 2020 I just received this text message Hi David, you are now due for your routine check. Please call Whangaparaoa Dental Centre on 424 5294 to arrange a convenient appointment. We would love to see you at our new location inside the Plaza Mall opposite the Post Office. What to do? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Fogg 427 Posted April 13, 2020 Share Posted April 13, 2020 2 hours ago, Black Panther said: I just received this text message Hi David, you are now due for your routine check. Please call Whangaparaoa Dental Centre on 424 5294 to arrange a convenient appointment. We would love to see you at our new location inside the Plaza Mall opposite the Post Office. What to do? Under L4 dentists can still operate fir emergency treatment only (I’ve been 3 times in 2 weeks). Routine check-ups are a no-no at least until we get down to L3 if not L2 (we’ll know on Thursday exactly what is allowed in the newly detailed definitions on each alert level). So meanwhile hold off and say no thanks to a routine check unless you are in some kind of dental pain. Because if you do suddenly have a problem you will be classed as an emergency and will get priority treatment ASAP - probably same day as I did. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jon 412 Posted April 13, 2020 Share Posted April 13, 2020 I’ve had a few obviously computer generated texts of late most telling me my appointment has been canceled due to Covid 19 even though I’ve been talking and emailing my specialist to come in. hes said to just ignore all text messages Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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Ex Machina 390 Posted April 13, 2020 Share Posted April 13, 2020 Spare a thought for my sons mate who is currently living aboard a rig tender/supply vessel off the taranaki coast . apparently they are getting swells of 6 metres plus and its “not too bad” ! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Fogg 427 Posted April 14, 2020 Share Posted April 14, 2020 Jeez that going to get even livelier out there where it’s blowing close to 50 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Fogg 427 Posted April 14, 2020 Share Posted April 14, 2020 On 12/04/2020 at 3:15 PM, Black Panther said: Everyone here has converged on the one spot that offers best protection feon northerlies. I count 18 boats. Hope you’re v well sheltered (from the SW) today - it’s blowing 50kts here in the city. I’m half expecting some trees down and power hiccups... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Black Panther 1,776 Posted April 14, 2020 Share Posted April 14, 2020 We had solid 30s and touched 40 this morning. Seems to be settling a bit now. Haven't noticed any drama on the other boats. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ex Machina 390 Posted April 14, 2020 Share Posted April 14, 2020 Chimney is saying 40 knots here in the gusts . Suntuff clear roofing is saying consistent 30 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dtwo 157 Posted April 14, 2020 Share Posted April 14, 2020 mahurangi steady 30plus and i saw a gust to 47.... very happy to have 40m of chain out in 3m of water Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Black Panther 1,776 Posted April 16, 2020 Share Posted April 16, 2020 https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=10158828612051874&id=668551873 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dtwo 157 Posted April 16, 2020 Share Posted April 16, 2020 So, we've been anchored in Mahurangi for nearly a month. At some stage we will need to fill up with water, which I can do easily at Gulf Harbour. I don't want to take up valuable police time so I think I should ask someone for permission for the obviously perilous trip through Tiri Channel. But who? Harbourmaster actually has authority I think? Coastguard (prefer not to ask them anything too difficult)? Police? Maritime New Zealand? (joking) Does anyone know or are we all guessing? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bigal.nz 62 Posted April 16, 2020 Share Posted April 16, 2020 6 hours ago, Dtwo said: So, we've been anchored in Mahurangi for nearly a month. At some stage we will need to fill up with water, which I can do easily at Gulf Harbour. I don't want to take up valuable police time so I think I should ask someone for permission for the obviously perilous trip through Tiri Channel. But who? Harbourmaster actually has authority I think? Coastguard (prefer not to ask them anything too difficult)? Police? Maritime New Zealand? (joking) Does anyone know or are we all guessing? I would talk to both HM and Police Maritime unit. After you have filled with water they may put restrictions on how far you can then go (nearest safe anchorage). I have heard reports that those coming back from the barrier are not allowed to go out again. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Winter 42 Posted April 16, 2020 Share Posted April 16, 2020 8 hours ago, Dtwo said: So, we've been anchored in Mahurangi for nearly a month. At some stage we will need to fill up with water, which I can do easily at Gulf Harbour. I don't want to take up valuable police time so I think I should ask someone for permission for the obviously perilous trip through Tiri Channel. But who? Harbourmaster actually has authority I think? Coastguard (prefer not to ask them anything too difficult)? Police? Maritime New Zealand? (joking) Does anyone know or are we all guessing? Maritime police. email or phone. pm me if you need the #. They are happy to answer questions like this. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bigal.nz 62 Posted April 16, 2020 Share Posted April 16, 2020 8 minutes ago, Winter said: Maritime police. email or phone. pm me if you need the #. They are happy to answer questions like this. Agree with Winter on this - we had a issue the other day and the Maritime Police were reasonable and helpful. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Black Panther 1,776 Posted April 16, 2020 Share Posted April 16, 2020 Same here. We provisioned for a month. Will have to hit some dirt soon and go shopping. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Black Panther 1,776 Posted April 16, 2020 Share Posted April 16, 2020 From Facebook this morning https://www.facebook.com/groups/184759482871196/permalink/229907528356391/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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