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Scooters and mopeds just may be the perfect answer to your traffic problems. After all, they’re cheap to purchase, cheaper to run than a car and great for getting in and around town during peak hour. But did you know that motorbike accidents make up almost 17% of all road accidents in New Zealand. The risks of riding a scooter or moped are significantly higher than that of driving a car. In this post we will explore scooter safety and specific road rules that apply to moped and scooter riders. What’s the difference between a scooter and a moped? Before we get started on scooter safety, first, let’s look at the difference between a moped and a scooter. While you may be thinking that they’re both the same (they do both have two wheels), there are some clear differences. The easiest question to answer when figuring out if you are dealing with a moped or a scooter is this: Can you pedal it? Yes: Moped No: Scooter Additionally, you can consider these differe…

Does your man snore? Dread going to bed each night? Perhaps you are at the point where you part ways with each other in the hall at 10 pm to settle into individual rooms just to get a good night sleep? Don’t despair help is here! We dive in deeper on some ways to get your man to stop snoring so you can get a peaceful nights rest…together! Let’s start with those Old wives tales and self-help strategies People have been searching for ways to cure this annoying, sleep pinching habit and some of the greatest wives tales include: The tennis ball Snoring appears to be much worse when sleeping on your back. So, the idea with the tennis ball is to sew it onto the back of your man's nightshirt or PJ so that when he rolls over onto his back, the tennis ball will make him roll back to his side. A teaspoon of horseradish This old wives tale was to simply eat a teaspoon of horseradish before bed to clear the nasal passage and stop people from snoring. Can’t say this one is …

You’re newly engaged and now it’s time to make one of your first decisions on your wedding planning journey: choosing a wedding date. A whimsical winter wedding, a summer night’s dream or something in between – whenever you choose to get hitched, your big day can certainly be the memorable day you always dreamed of. Summer The most popular season for tying the knot, summer offers warm temperatures, long days and plenty of sunshine. This combination makes it perfectly suited to outdoor ceremonies held on the beach, by the lake or in the vines. Make the most of the warmer weather and hold your reception outside too. String fairy lights up so you and your guests can dance under the stars; hold a backyard barbeque reception; or try an outdoor breakfast picnic for something a little different. Because of summer’s popularity with engaged couples, it pays to book venues and suppliers early as they can book out well in advance. Winter While winter’s reputation is often for its c…