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Open Question: moving university for master degree?

Hi guys, I've just finished my Bachelor of Information Science majoring in Computer Science and IT. Now i have a choice to either continue my Hons years on my current university (Massey Uni, Auckland) or move to a better university (Auckland Uni). Well here is my question on my current university i can continue my study on it and gain Bachelor of information science hons, meanwhile on the better university I will be able to continue my study on Bachelor of Commerce majoring in IT. I don't really know whether i should stay or continue my master on the other university as on my current university i will learn broad understanding of IT, but I wont receive as much job opportunity and project as Auckland University. My question is would IT industry consider bachelor of commerce lower than bachelor of Information Science? And is it easy and manageable to adapt to new university environment (in term of working with supervisor) on the master year? Thanks for your help

5 Dec 2008, 6:26 am | click here for answers

Open Question: How to get top search in Google?

Hey A few things, i would like to know how to receive my fathers website in these places when i search auckland wedding photographer, How do i receive the website to appear in box 1 Also how do i receive it to appear in box 2 And how do i receive it to appear in the first page [URL=http://imageshack.us][IMG]http://img267.imageshack.us/img267/8330/15015734hj8.png[/IMG][/URL] http://img267.imageshack.us/my.php?image=15015734hj8.png

4 Dec 2008, 8:16 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: Do you think Maoris/Islanders is ruining New Zealand?

First of every, I'm not a racist. I know some people of these cultures are successful, but I'm talking about the majority. Statistics clearly show that they are more violent than other ethnics, as there is more domestic violence. Prisons are occupied with these people. Watch the news and you'll arrive into realisation . Quite frankly, I just don't know why. My brother got beat up at his primary school by these youth gangs. And I visited a pal in South Auckland, and I accidentally bumped into a Maori and he swore at me, pushed me and was probably going to punch me, if i didn't run away. Even though I'm sure we were both equally responsible, I repeatedly apologized. My mum got her handbag snatched from her by an Islander. Secondly, an overwhelming majority are unemployed. Most of them drop out of school with no qualifications, can't they just study for at least 1 year to receive at least some qualifications (NCEA)? I don't receive it, don't they realise the importance of their future, or do they simply not care..... hence the unemployment. A lot of them take transfer payments (benefits), from the government which is funded by tax payers money. There is an increasing trend, and I'm quite disappointed that a heap of our difficult earned cash goes to these people, who simply just sit in their homes doing nothing, except spending it on drugs (party much?). The government could spend it on more important stuff such as subsidies, new facilities such as hospitals and the Cancer Society (not funded by government) and other more important organisations etc. I think this is truly unhappy. I could go on for probably 1000+ more words raving about our society's reality,but I'm here for answers. So why do they do this? Do you think they're wrecking New Zealand?

4 Dec 2008, 12:45 am | click here for answers

Open Question: Choosing a good university in NZ?

Hey, I am from Malaysia and I am contemplating on choosing a good university in New Zealand . I am going to study Commerce majoring in Accounting and i wish that i will be Chartered Accountant one day. I am either going to Auckland University or Massey Uni in Auckland or AUT university. I heard that although Auckland Uni is a good school but the size of the univeristy is big and there are too many students and it will be too crowded. I wish to hear good responces especially from Kiwis and former students of the university.

4 Dec 2008, 10:43 am | click here for answers

Resolved Question: Is it safe to drive from Palmerston North to....?

Auckland on a warm summers evening when the temperature in Palmy is 22 degress and in Auckland it is 23 and you have eaten toast for breakfast? Stupid answers please! What do you think? Thanks in advance :)

30 Nov 2008, 3:57 am | click here for answers

Resolved Question: Auckland Graffiti and ghettos?

Hey. New Zealand has recently got google maps road view. Bascially it means you can look at the place from the streets and look every the houses up close and that. I have been told that parts of Auckland are ghetto: Otara, Manuwera, Mount Roskill etc. I looked at these and they don't even look that bad! No worse than some parts here on the Gold Coast. I have also been told that Auckland has heaps of graffiti. It doesn't appear to on this! Does Sydney have more in your opinion? Is Auckland not that bad afterall? I have been told it's a hole? Very confused? I know google maps is not really an indication of poverty and crime lol but it the areas didn't look that bad? Infact I saw people (WHITE PEOPLE!) walking around in the "ghettos". What is Auckland really like? Am I wrong in thinking it's a bad place? Thanks in advance :)

3 Dec 2008, 5:55 am | click here for answers

Voting Question: If you live near Auckland, could you tell me anything you know about this plaza?

I don't live in NZ but when I watch Power Rangers, I look this plaza being used often. I like that plaza. If I could arrive to New Zealand in the Auckland area I would visit that. But I've been trying to pinpoint that location but could never do so. Here are pictures of the place, http://images.powerrangersgateway.com/junglefury/gallery_prjf_episode_04_page_06/2532_prjf-12621.jpg http://img34.picoodle.com/img/img34/3/11/29/f_plazasectiom_e91c65d.png http://img37.picoodle.com/img/img37/3/11/29/f_plazam_3e901f3.png http://img03.picoodle.com/img/img03/3/11/29/f_plazaentranm_440d392.png If somebody can tell me specifically where it's located that's great but I'm looking for at least a name.

29 Nov 2008, 8:18 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: Men's basketball teams Auckland?

Hi, I'm looking for a men's basketball team, probably just social. I'm 32, reasonable fitness with plenty of b'ball experience. A bit out of practice now, but still good ball handling skills. Anyone know of any men's leagues or teams looking for a point guard? Cheers J

28 Nov 2008, 11:35 pm | click here for answers

Resolved Question: poaching players in new zealand?

im from new zealand... but i was just wondering why other countries always seem to accuse us of poaching players from the pacific islands. do people not realize that new zealand is a pacific island itself? do they not realize that nearly every player in the team was born in new zealand and that the ones that didnt were brought here from a very young age. you cant poach 3 year olds. theres more pacific islanders living or born in new zealand than in the places they originate from. the place im from(auckland) has the largest number of pacific islanders than any other place in the world. why do they accuse us of poaching?

27 Nov 2008, 6:41 pm | click here for answers

Voting Question: Can some one please help me to buy my first car?

Im looking for a new car and i really need to know what to watch out for like how old's too old and kms ect. Also whats are some good reliable car brands that are cheap Better yet - anyone selling a good cheap car in Auckland, New Zealand?? :)

26 Nov 2008, 6:21 pm | click here for answers

Voting Question: what home and away episode are Australians up to ?

i just want to know because just to look what the differences are compared to the episode im up to in Auckland newzealand

26 Nov 2008, 6:02 pm | click here for answers

Resolved Question: Basketball in Auckland (NZ)?

Im a 20yr old female living in Auckland NZ and I want to learn to play basketball. A social team or something similar would be perfect, but I have never played before so it would either have to be a beginner team or a very patient team! Does anyone know of any clubs or anything I can ring to ask about this? Thanks!

26 Nov 2008, 5:59 pm | click here for answers

Resolved Question: what shortland street episode are newzealand-Auckland up to ?

because i missed a episode on 26th Thursday 2008

26 Nov 2008, 5:10 pm | click here for answers

Resolved Question: Who else here lives in/is from New Zealand...?

A little NZ pride... What is your favourite thing about New Zealand? I'm living in Auckland :) I adore how, no matter where I am, the sea is always close by :) in fact, I can look it from where I am now, shadowed by Rangitoto... I would miss that the most if I were to move away

26 Nov 2008, 5:06 pm | click here for answers

Resolved Question: Anyone know a good Carpet/Upholstery Cleaner (Co) in Auckland? ?

My lounge room carpet is in desperate need of a clean and I also need to removed some very tiny patches of stains [kids's drinks] on my much loved couches. I'd like to have these done before my holiday guests arrive in 4wks time. I've used a commercial cleaning Co before and I wasn't pleased with the results.

26 Nov 2008, 3:57 pm | click here for answers

Resolved Question: R U geography smart.. i'm bored?

OK im really bored so 1st person to receive every these correct gets 10 points. What country are these places in 1. Accra 2. Warsaw 3. Auckland 4. Mexico City 5. Brasilia 6. Darwin 7. Port Morsby 8. Helsinki 9. Vienna 10. Barcelona What continent r these countries in? Australia isn't a continent its Australasia including New Zealand, Papua New Guinea and Pacific Islands 1. Uganda 2. Norway 3. Peru 4. Morocco 5. Fiji 6. Turkey 7. Algeria 8. Wales 9. Canada 10. Argentina Good Luck. i don't think its that hard

26 Nov 2008, 3:54 am | click here for answers

Resolved Question: Rental cars in New Zealand?

I need a really super cheap rental car company in Auckland. One of those ones that have old bombs for rental. Does anybody know of any? thanks in advance

26 Nov 2008, 3:06 am | click here for answers

Resolved Question: Where can I buy fresh herbs in West Auckland? How much does it costs? ?

Fresh herbs like thymes, basil etc... Im new in Auckland and still not very familiar... thanks.

25 Nov 2008, 6:16 pm | click here for answers

Resolved Question: flowers i can plant? almost summer here in new zealand?

it's almost summer here in new zealand. um.. im in auckland specifically. what flowers can i plant? things like roses or tulips or whatever. the flowers you normally look in blossom shops? the ones you can give as a gift? thanks :p

25 Nov 2008, 5:13 am | click here for answers

Resolved Question: where are you and what time is it?

im curious about time difference between countries im in Auckland, New Zealand and its 9:30pm Tuesday

25 Nov 2008, 3:31 am | click here for answers

Resolved Question: is anybody else going to the glow in the dark tour in auckland?

and what songs do you think nas will be performing? im pretty sure kanye performs good life, flashing lights, stronger, adore lockdown, jesus walks, heartless, through the wire, heard em say, receive em high, spaceship, gold digger, stronger, hey mama and i think he performs his verse of i put on. ant thing else you think i missed?

25 Nov 2008, 3:08 am | click here for answers

Resolved Question: How much money per hour do I need to make to survive in Auckland?

Assuming I work full-time, I was wondering how much money I'll need to make. I'm thinking about moving the North Island, maybe Auckland or Wellington. How much money will I need to make to survive?

25 Nov 2008, 3:07 pm | click here for answers

Resolved Question: Can I use Air France airmiles with other airlines to fly to Aukland, New Zealand from Ottawa, Canada?

I have earned quite a few airmiles flying with Air France and KLM over the years and now I would like to purchase some tickets as a gift to my parents. The flying blue website lists Auckland as a possible destination but there are no available flights. It looks like both Air France and KLM do not offer air service to New Zealand. Do you have any suggestions for using my miles to receive from Ottawa, Canada to Aukland, New Zezland? The usual routing is Ottawa>Vancouver>Aukland. I would like 2 business class tickets as my dad is quite tall and needs extra leg room. I currently have 360,000 miles with a platinum status.Thank you for your help.

25 Nov 2008, 1:51 am | click here for answers

Resolved Question: who knows a halal butcher and/or restaurant in auckland (NZ) or close by?

which is selling crocodile and/or cangaroo and/or turtle meat?

25 Nov 2008, 1:30 am | click here for answers

Voting Question: best universities in auckland?

what are the top universities in auckland

25 Nov 2008, 12:01 pm | click here for answers

Resolved Question: Poll for NZer's: What radio station do you listen to?

Just a random poll! What radio station do you hear to/like? I personally, hear to ZM (91.0 - Auckland) thanks =]

25 Nov 2008, 11:53 pm | click here for answers

Voting Question: Ladies..Plz Help..Stylish Women's Jacket?

Hi! I have been ordered by my mom to receive her a good jacket. Here are some of her specifications: 1-> Has to be stylish. She's too finicky with her apparel. 2-> No leather! 3-> Should be warm, but not too warm. 4-> Should be okay for regular use. Now, ladies, please tell me which brands should i be looking at? And which stores in Auckland (NZ)? I need every the help i can receive! Please! PLEASE! Thanks. The maximum i'm willing to spend is around US $200. I can order online, but the jacket will have to be shipped to NZ. No fur (finicky mom)!!

23 Nov 2008, 9:05 am | click here for answers

Resolved Question: kanye west's current tour song listing?

does anyone know what are the songs that kanye west is performing in his current tour? Im chaperoning my little sis to his concert in auckland and just thought i should learn the songs to like myself... anyone?

23 Nov 2008, 4:14 am | click here for answers

Voting Question: The filming location of the movie "bridge to terabithia". where exactly in new zealand?

Where are the river, the farm, houses, and the church? ( of course if they exist ) I know the movie was filmed somewhere around Auckland but i can't find them on Google Earth. Thanks every your answers

23 Nov 2008, 3:58 pm | click here for answers

Resolved Question: What are the top bars, pubs, clubs places in Auckland to go?

What are your favorites places in Auckland for partying and meeting new people Which one is the biggest place with plenty of people? Names of places please

22 Nov 2008, 5:20 am | click here for answers

Resolved Question: How hot or cold is it these days in Auckland ?

I'm Japanese and going to go to Auckland at the end of this month. This is my first trip to New Zealand, that should be exciting :D In Japan it is very icy but how about in Auckland ? What nice of clothes would be suitable to the climate ? Give me some advice ! XD Thank you for your time.

21 Nov 2008, 9:24 am | click here for answers

Resolved Question: The Gulf Harbour, North of Auckland?

I go on google earth quite often and I was looking at Auckland last night. Just North of the North Shore there is like a penisula. It has lots of new houses on it and canals. It says it is called the Gulf Harbour. Also close there is Orewa, Red Beach, Manly, Still Water and Hatfields beach. My question is, for those who have been there, what is it like? It looks really nice, from google earth anyway haha. Would you compare it to the gold coast? (without the population of course). What type of area is it? Thanks in advance :)

21 Nov 2008, 6:58 pm | click here for answers

Resolved Question: Which university in New Zealand has the best Economics Department?

I'm currently in my Senior year of high school and I'm planning to go to New Zealand for my Bachelor's Degree I'm interested in studying Economics, however, I'm not sure which one of these universities has the best Economics department: University of Auckland, Victoria University Wellington, or University of Otago. Answers greatly appreciated ^^

21 Nov 2008, 6:44 am | click here for answers

Resolved Question: how is life in Auckland?

I'm curious to know how is life in that city that looks so remote to me

21 Nov 2008, 10:45 pm | click here for answers

Resolved Question: Where can I get yellow squash ?

I want to know where I can buy yellow squash in Auckland, New Zealand or to know if you can even receive it here

21 Nov 2008, 10:01 pm | click here for answers

Resolved Question: Traveling New Zealand, North Island?

So my sister and I are going to New Zealand in beginning of next year were just going to the north island this time. were staying in Auckland for 3 days 1 day in the bay of islands 3 days in Rotorua and 1 day in Taupo. So I just wanna know a few Fun activities in those places except the BOI. No dangerous sports or anything to do with heights. Also some good restaurant's that you know of in Auckland and Rotorua. Thankyou :)

20 Nov 2008, 8:00 pm | click here for answers

Resolved Question: Question for New Zealanders. Where can i buy a copper wolf charm in Auckland?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Jewellery-watches/Earrings/Other/auction-187499016.htm like the one in this link????

20 Nov 2008, 5:17 am | click here for answers

Open Question: How can I email a New Zealand Army Recruiter?

I want to join the New Zealand army and I've got the phone and fax numbers of the Auckland Army middle, but I'm not in NZ and can't afford the long distance call. Does anyone have an email address of an NZ army recruiter?

2 Dec 2008, 9:51 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: manually installing of freeview channels. ?

got zinwell freeview receiver and after automatic channel search, there is now TV3 and cinesetv and maori and no radio stations selected. to select manually i need the frequency of the avaiable freeview tv channels. the area is auckland, pakuranga

2 Dec 2008, 2:39 am | click here for answers

Open Question: Three Daily Geography Questions?

What name do geographers use when they refer to Europe and Asia as one continent? The international date line roughly follows which meridian? why does it vary from that meridian in places? If it is Teusday in Pago Pago, what day is it in the city of Auckland? Where is each community? If your not okay with just giving the answers, im okay if you give me cites. i just cant find it :/

2 Dec 2008, 1:05 pm | click here for answers

Resolved Question: flying from auckland to sydney?

to live permanently do i need to receive any health checks. do i have 2 tell airnz im moving there. and do i have to go through customs and migration process ok could you tell me what documents i would need. i dont know what i need to do if you were born in nz u shouldnt have to go through immigration

19 Nov 2008, 2:23 pm | click here for answers

Resolved Question: What can I do in Auckland, New Zealand for a day? ?

I have a 14 hour layover and was hoping I wouldn't have to spend the whole time in the airport!

19 Nov 2008, 11:52 pm | click here for answers

Voting Question: hi all i need some answers for making money online..?

Hi i live in auckland NZ and am desperately in need of money and thought if online job are real then y not give a try........yeah so i want every u guys out there to help me find a genuine online job which doesnt need any sort of investment, yeah basically a data entry or something similar....... mind u online job Without INVESTMENT

1 Dec 2008, 4:38 am | click here for answers



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