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Zebra Crossing

 


This is an old one from the days when we lived in Tauranga. I don't know what this street is like now but I hear from old friends that there are quite a few shops closed. Seems to be a sign of the times. I don't know whether everyone is in the same boat as us but we have noticed the cost of everything has gone up, I don't know how families with young ones manage.

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Klara said…
uf, yes, everything went up enormously here as well.
29 June 2024 at 18:22
Anonymous said…
Such a lovely area. I hope it stays that way
29 June 2024 at 20:33
roentare said…
Black and white stripes are in deed fascinating to me
29 June 2024 at 20:43
Tom said…
...neat zebra crossing.
29 June 2024 at 22:02
Bill said…
Prices are up here too especially electricity.
30 June 2024 at 04:38
At Home In New Zealand said…
Yes, I have also heard that a lot of downtown Tauranga is struggling. I wonder if that crossing is still there?
30 June 2024 at 08:27
Margaret Birding For Pleasure said…
Good shot of the Zebra crossing Amy. Have a wonderful week ahead
30 June 2024 at 13:58
James said…
I don't see any zebras crossing. jk :-)
2 July 2024 at 09:40
Tigger's Mum said…
Age of the internet - retail space is being boarded up even in affluent towns. Hairdressers and cafes survive. Sad because 'going to town' used to be a great way to run into neighbours and others from further afield in the district.
5 July 2024 at 05:25
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