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kfr23 on Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura (14", Gen 10): Intel Core Ultra 7 258V, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD $1994.05 Delivered (Was $3519) @ Lenovo NZ

True, but this is more to do with cost & the need for intel build more SKU's, than being a poor outcome for the consumer.

Can you advise if you are drop shipping? If not can you advise which city you are holding your stock? I am sure you can understand why some…

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Spright on Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura (14", Gen 10): Intel Core Ultra 7 258V, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD $1994.05 Delivered (Was $3519) @ Lenovo NZ

Yeah, don't pay full price for Lenovo, they run a lot of discounts. I have acknowledged this is not as good as the geek zone deal on the…

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mcaekey on Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura (14", Gen 10): Intel Core Ultra 7 258V, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD $1994.05 Delivered (Was $3519) @ Lenovo NZ

Not of the Slim 7i (14" Gen10) Lenovo do offer the similar Yoga Slim 7 (14" Gen 10) AMD, but note the 4 -5 week shipping time on this…

scott posted a deal Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura (14", Gen 10): Intel Core Ultra 7 258V, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD $1994.05 Delivered (Was $3519) @ Lenovo NZ
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition (14", Gen 10): Lunar lake 258V, 32gb ram, 1 TB ssd, 2.8k oled screen, wifi 7. The 258V is basically the…

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codyc1515 on BYD Auto: $5,000 off Entire Range - Dolphin from $35,000 +ORC, Shark 6 $65,000 +ORC, Sealion 7 from $63,000 +ORC @ BYD Dealers

This June 1 video strongly hints the BYD Seagull while not confirmed is likely to come to NZ. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2GEsqIsSJRk…

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felixfurtak on BYD Auto: $5,000 off Entire Range - Dolphin from $35,000 +ORC, Shark 6 $65,000 +ORC, Sealion 7 from $63,000 +ORC @ BYD Dealers

Note the 100km range is on the optimistic NEDC test cycle, 80km is more realistic (should easily cover 50km commuting) Yip, half price…

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Vishnu Masala on BYD Auto: $5,000 off Entire Range - Dolphin from $35,000 +ORC, Shark 6 $65,000 +ORC, Sealion 7 from $63,000 +ORC @ BYD Dealers

BYD is the worlds largest plug in car manufacturer, and are quite reputable. I don't think them undertaking a recall 9 months ago is a…

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Christo on BYD Auto: $5,000 off Entire Range - Dolphin from $35,000 +ORC, Shark 6 $65,000 +ORC, Sealion 7 from $63,000 +ORC @ BYD Dealers

Sat in one in the Philippines. Absolutely nice enough to bring to NZ, and I think there is a spot in the market below the Dolphin for it.…

scott posted a deal BYD Auto: $5,000 off Entire Range - Dolphin from $35,000 +ORC, Shark 6 $65,000 +ORC, Sealion 7 from $63,000 +ORC @ BYD Dealers
$5k off the entire BYD range for the month of June. List prices here: https://www.bydauto.co.nz/ (click vehicles and the one you are…

scott posted a deal [Auckland] Kelty Rumpus 4-Person Tent $149.99 (Was $399.99) & More @ Costco Westgate (Membership Required)
Link is to costco Aust as Costco NZ does not have an online store. Two tent options. First in in the headline, and linked above, second is…

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Saturdaysr4thedealz on 2025 Infants, Kids & Super (0-10 years, 75+ years) Season Passes $0 (+ $5 for a RFID card) @ Whakapapa

It may not be possible this year. Did not try myself.

scott posted a deal 2025 Infants, Kids & Super (0-10 years, 75+ years) Season Passes $0 (+ $5 for a RFID card) @ Whakapapa
Whakapapa is offering free season passes for those under 10 year's old, or 75+ during the pre-season period. (ends 8th June) For infants…

Pharmacies can use vaccines as loss leaders (i.e. hope you will buy something in your 20 min waiting period), not something that really…

Some vaccination centers do advertise which vaccines they have. Got vaccinated at life pharmacy.…

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Nik27 on [AKL] Free E-Waste Disposal (Eden Park 3/5, Smiles Farm 10/5) + $50 off $500 Voucher When You Scan QR Code & Fill Form @ Samsung

Unknown. Note that most scrap meatal dealers will take (but not pay you for) large whiteware if you rock up with it in the boot on a…

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Alan6984 on [AKL] Free E-Waste Disposal (Eden Park 3/5, Smiles Farm 10/5) + $50 off $500 Voucher When You Scan QR Code & Fill Form @ Samsung

The eden park / snells farm events are free. Regarding Abilities CRT / Rear projection (both monitor and tv) is $40" Flat screen (I assume…

scott commented on Any advice on buying kids bikes?
Thankfully at 20" you the bike is big enough that it isn't impacted by the stupid coaster break law, and normal, duel hand break setups are…

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Redcafej on [AKL] Free E-Waste Disposal (Eden Park 3/5, Smiles Farm 10/5) + $50 off $500 Voucher When You Scan QR Code & Fill Form @ Samsung

Primary appeal of the deal is the free e-waste disposal. As an example, Abilities charge $40 to dispose of a CRT TV/Monitor. On the…

scott posted a deal [AKL] Free E-Waste Disposal (Eden Park 3/5, Smiles Farm 10/5) + $50 off $500 Voucher When You Scan QR Code & Fill Form @ Samsung
Drop off your e-Waste >Bring your e-Waste to recycle at the below locations and receive a $50 eVoucher* >Voucher is valid for purchases on…

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doubledippps on Up to 35% off RRP: Galaxy S24 $1149, 32" Odyssey G7 Monitor $974.25, 57" Odyssey G9 Monitor $2799.35 & More @ Samsung NZ

Cable yes, charger no. As to a good time to buy, depends on your urgency and what you are after. Samsung tends to have a a couple of epic…

The US had big tariff's on EV's under the prior administration, So much so that the only china build EV's sold in the US was polestar & a…

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KeepYourPantsOn on LDV E-Deliver 3 $24,880 + $1,790 ORC (RRP $59,990) @ LDV Auckland South

It's a 2 seat van.

I think this is the best deal in the auto market at the moment. A 905kg payload electric cargo van for the same (pre-ORC) Price as a…

I made the post you are resounded to in march. I don't have the email, but if the $24,990 price is now available more widely, I suggest…

scott replied to
sigma on Singapore Airlines: Johannesburg, South Africa Return Ex Auckland $1650, Christchurch $1893 [Jul-Mar] @ Beat That Flight

Thanks for the correction.

scott commented on Wanting Advice on Purchasing a New Vehicle (Plug-in Hybrid). Will they get Cheaper?
Firstly on PHEV's, ensure your usage pattern is a good fit. Essentially you want to be doing a decent proportion of your running in…

scott commented on Singapore Airlines: Johannesburg, South Africa Return Ex Auckland $1650, Christchurch $1893 [Jul-Mar] @ Beat That Flight
A reminder that while South Africa does not present a yellow fever risk, a Yellow fever vaccine card is required for entry.

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whatsmynameagain on Closing Down Sale: 50% off All Torpedo7 Branded Gear, 30% off Everything Else @ Torpedo7 (Select Locations)

No idea. It's no longer owned by The Warehouse Group, so we have little to go off.

scott posted a deal Closing Down Sale: 50% off All Torpedo7 Branded Gear, 30% off Everything Else @ Torpedo7 (Select Locations)
Torpedo 7 is closing down 2 stores and converting 10 to a new retail offering "The Outlet". 6 stores (at the above link) will remain…
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