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How do you apologise when driving?

By 29 February, 2012

My trusty steed has a wiring issue which causes the high beam to randomly activate when using the indicators with the headlights on.
I really annoyed a lady this morning when following her when the high beam flicking on and off was enough for her to change lanes and be obviously annoyed at the flashing lights [...]

Shower waterproofing regulations?

By 29 February, 2012

I’ve searched the ACT Government site and have had no luck in finding the regulations covering the waterproofing of shower areas in residences.
Can anyone tell me what the building regulations are and when they came into play re having a waterproof barrier behind the tiling of a shower area in Canberra residences?
How long does a [...]

interior painting cost in Canberra?

By 28 February, 2012

Hi Rioters,
I know this could be another version of how long is a piece of string, but can anyone give me a ballpark estimate of how much it would cost for a professional painter to prepare and paint 2 double bedrooms including wardrobe doors and ceilings?
Surfaces are fair wear and tear damaged, so a bit of [...]

will the Queanbeyan Regatta be on or not?

By 28 February, 2012

Howdy folks,
I kinda reckon the regatta will not be on Saturday in Queanbeyan, any chance of the rodeo?
And, when should i start sandbagging my unit block on Trinculo Place, have not heard a thing from council yet?

Store Bag Searches and My Rights in Canberra?

By 28 February, 2012

Today after while leaving Supabarn I was approached by a security guard who asked to look in my bag. I agreed and opened the bag. He spotted a packet of seeds that I had bought from another store and tried to take them. I withdrew my bag and asked him if he was sure he [...]

Online supermarket shopping and bags in Canberra?

By 27 February, 2012

I’m wanting to sign up to do my grocery shopping online and have it delivered and wondering what happens about bags?
Do I have to pay the supermarket the 50c per plastic bag each time (or $1ea for the polypropylene non-disposable bags)?
I can’t see any reference to bags on either Coles or Woolies websites.

Landscaper recommendations in Canberra?

By 26 February, 2012

Hi all, we’re looking to transform our inner north backyard (grass and weeds) into something more manageable (sick of mowing!)…
Any recommendations for the best landscaper in Canberra?

Best tiramisu in town?

By 24 February, 2012

Good Day Rioters,
My partners birthday is just around the corner has only asked for one thing, tiramisu.
So – where can I get the best tiramisu in town?
Thanks in advance
Jack

Pre-purchase vehicle inspection in Canberra?

By 23 February, 2012

Can anyone recommend a business that does pre-purchase vehicle inspections?
I’m looking at buying a second hand 4WD and would like to have it checked out by an expert.
I’ve previously used State Roads Vehicle Inspections in Sydney, who are excellent, but they’re booked out here in Canberra until end of next week. 
Thanks!

Recommended tax advisors in Canberra?

By 22 February, 2012

Hi all,
I am sick of all these accountants that get their fees and absolutely no value to your tax return.
Does anyone have a recommendation for good tax advisors/ accountants?
Thanks!

Meditation courses in Canberra?

By 21 February, 2012

Can anyone recommend a good place to do a meditation course in Canberra?
I have found a few places by Googling but would be interested in any experience that others have had with this sort of thing.

Edible images – who does them in the area?

By 21 February, 2012

Does the hive mind know of a Canberra or Queanbeyan area business that prints images onto edible rice paper?

Is Downer a nice suburb to live in?

By 21 February, 2012

My wife and I (no kids) are thinking about moving to Downer but have little knowledge of the inner north.
Just wondering if there are any streets to avoid or any general comments on what life’s like living in Downer.
Thanks in advance – and please go easy, it’s my first post
TJ

Silversmithing and enameling courses in Canberra?

By 20 February, 2012

Hi I am currently looking for a course in silversmithing and enameling, the only people who seem to be running  these courses appears to be the ANU (I don’t want to do a degree) and people have told me to contact Warehouse Bilk. I have tried Bilk’s website which is not very helpful, I have [...]

Tapas in Canberra?

By 19 February, 2012

It’s my niece’s birthday on Monday and she wants to go to a tapas bar.
Is there a new one opened recently, other than Rice?
I’m sure someone told me about one recently, but I’m known to have overly realistic dreams, often in HD…

Decent place for a 21st party in Canberra?

By 18 February, 2012

Hi Rioters,  I want to consult the hive.  
I need to plan a 21st birthday party. Due to my disability, this needs to be a catered party.  
Not a sit down dinner but more like nibblies and alcohol served.  
I need somewhere on the north side and reasonably priced.  
Does anyone have any recommendations for [...]

Can anyone recommend a plasterer in Canberra?

By 17 February, 2012

I have been doing some DIY renovations and removed about a 3 metre wall in the house.
Would like to have it patched up by a professional, as repairing it is a little more difficult than destroying it.
I have a called a couple of places who either don’t answer the phone or don’t do [...]

Magician for wedding in Canberra

By 16 February, 2012

Does anybody know of a great magician that can entertain our guests while we have our photos taken after our wedding on March 17?
Magician is needed for Approx 1.5 to 2 hrs

Brodburger?

By 15 February, 2012

Does anyone know if it open at the glassworks yet? And if not open yet I would love to know when (date) it will be open again? Or are they still operating from the van/thing?
Thanks for any help!!

Leaky roof repairers

By 15 February, 2012

Hi everyone,
There hasn’t been much chat about leaky roofs on RA for about a year and I was wondering if anyone has had recent positive experience with a repairer. We have had a persistant leak now for about 20 years that only happens during heavy rain.
We’ve had a series of repairers look at it, replace [...]

Affordable Office Space in Canberra?

By 15 February, 2012

I’m looking for an affordable office to use in Canberra. Ideally what I’m after is a small office within an exisitng complex that I can rent out – like a consultation room at a clinic or chiro practice etc. I’ve looked at the Serviced Office buildings and when they have a free space they start at [...]

Investment property expert recommendation

By 14 February, 2012

Hello,
I currently have 1 investment property and would like some good advice on how best to manage it and buy more. Does anyone out there have a financial planner/accountant with this kind of expertise that they’d recommend?
Thanks.

Furniture maker recommendations in Canberra?

By 14 February, 2012

Can anyone recommend a furniture maker to make a dining table?
Not looking for anything too fancy or an expensive designer, just having trouble finding what I want.

Does anyone have an 8mm film projector

By 13 February, 2012

Hi,
My wife and I have come across some 8mm films of her family. We don’t really know what is on them and don’t want to go to the expense of having them converted if they are rubbish.
Does anyone have an 8mm projector that we can use or hire to see what is on the films? [...]

Searching for Hairdresser – Mel

By 13 February, 2012

Searching for hairdresser expert in bobs.

Building a new fence in Canberra?

By 12 February, 2012

Good Day All,
I am going to put a 6ft fence up across the front of my property. Do I need approvals? If so, from whom?
Thanks in advance
Jack

Caught short in Civic? Where are the quality bogs?

By 12 February, 2012

i was musing, as you do, as i wandered across civic the other day and, for no reason in particular, thoughts turned to the varying quality of public amenities in civic and it occurred to me that different people must have their particular convenience of choice and i thought i’d ask, where do rioters spend [...]

Where can I get iced black coffee in Canberra?

By 11 February, 2012

Hello guys,
I love iced black coffee but I cannot seem to get one at regular coffee shops.
I know Starbucks has it but there is none in Canberra.
I ordered an espresso shot over a glass of ice cubes once but it did not come out right because the barista did not know what she was [...]

Bullying in ACT Public Schools

By 11 February, 2012

Has anyone here had to deal with this themselves or via their children?
Do bullies ever get expelled or transferred?
I am interested in people’s experiences.

Speeding Fines – how long before they come?

By 11 February, 2012

Just wondering if anyone knows how long (usually) it takes before a speeding fine will arrive, if indeed you are to receive one?
Also, is there any leeway given with regard to the actual speed – ie, if you were going a couple of K’s over, would that still warrant a fine, or not?
I’m [...]

Volunteering in Canberra if the SES doesn’t want you?

By 11 February, 2012

Hi everyone,
I recently tried out for the SES and got as far as the information session when I got an email telling me that my application to join was unsuccessful – before I even got the application forms.
I was wondering if there is a Rural Fire Service or any other organisations that need volunteers? [...]

Where to japanese buy seaweed salad to eat at home?

By 11 February, 2012

I am a big fan of the japanese seaweed salad you get from most sushi places around town, but it’s pretty expensive to buy in the small takeaway containers. I am wondering if it can be obtained in larger quantities.
Yes, go to an asian grocer, I get it…but every time a buy a seaweed that [...]

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