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Nimmo


We've had some really good Summer weather lately including a lot of hot days. I was strolling around one of the main streets last week and noticed how many of the old buildings are having to come down due to being earthquake prone. We don't get major earthquakes here, so far we've only had a few small ones in the 2 years we've been here. The shop on the left "Nimmo" is one that sells not only artwork but also Possum/Merino clothing, pottery, jewellery and other Knick knacks. I must pop in one day and have a look.

Linking up with Mosaic Monday and Blue Monday.

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roentare said…
The rain is pouring like nuts here now
7 January 2024 at 19:05
local alien said…
We brought back a possum knitted hat last time we were in NZ . It's so warm and sunny ft.
7 January 2024 at 21:59
Tom said…
...I love those vintage cars!
8 January 2024 at 02:16
Veronica Lee said…
It's sad to see those old buildings go but prioritizing safety is the top concern.

Hugs and blessings, Amy
8 January 2024 at 15:02
magiceye said…
Love your header!
8 January 2024 at 15:41
Iris Flavia said…
Very cool new header! Earthquakes sounds very scary and really... I´d stormed that shop at once!
8 January 2024 at 18:52
Fun60 said…
Better to be safe rather than sorry when it comes to being earthquake safe.
8 January 2024 at 20:29
Sharon said…
That sounds like a very interesting place to browse around.
9 January 2024 at 03:58
Bill said…
Nice new header! Those cars are nice to see.
9 January 2024 at 06:45
Graham Edwards said…
FOOD FOR MY SOUL! One of the things I loved so much about my decade in New Zealand was the classic and vintage cars.
9 January 2024 at 10:51
Tigger's Mum said…
Hey - look at what happened to Christchurch! They didn't get earthquakes either - until they got one. Murchison is not so very far away from you and remember what happened there too. I bet they felt that one in Greymouth.
11 January 2024 at 02:23
EricaSta said…
I'm very late commenting today... I'm amazed at how quickly the days fly by again in the new year.

Your post is a feast for the eyes in many ways. A very welcome change when I look out of the window here at how rainy and dreary it is here. Well... it's January, it's winter time. It's supposed to get really cold in the next few days (-10 C°) and it's supposed to snow. Thank you for your contribution to
MosaicMonday

Once again, best wishes for a healthy, happy new year 2024,
Heidrun
13 January 2024 at 05:03
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