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1 December 2017

Kaitangata Car Rally

Star Insurance Specialists partnered with the Balclutha office of Insurance Brokers Alliance as sponsors of the Kaitangata Car Rally (for those wondering, Kaitangata is in South Otago and has a population of 762). The rally is an annual event, attracting over 400 classic cars from around the region...

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1 December 2017

Blueberry and almond tart

Prep time: 35 minutes. Cook time: 60 minutes. . Ingredients. 50g (blanched almonds) lightly roasted and cooled. 150g plain flour, sifted. 90g butter, cold, cut into cubes. 1 medium egg yolk. 1 tbsp golden caster sugar. Frangipane Filling. 100g (3 1/2oz) unsalted butter, room temperature...

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1 December 2017

2017 Motorcycle Show

The 2017 New Zealand Motorcycle Show was the biggest and best to date when it was held in Auckland during September. Over 8,000 people came through the door, raising $203,000 for the charities supported. by the show. The event, which has been running for 5 years, is organised by the Papakura Rotar...

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1 December 2017

Essential first aid

Over the summer months we’re spending more time on the roads, at the beaches and generally being extra adventurous. However if things go wrong it’s important to know what to do, so here's a First Aid refresher!. Over the summer months we’re spending more time on the roads, at the beaches and...

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1 December 2017

What's more damaging, an accident or the wrong insurance

It’s a question worth investigating in the current insurance environment. At Precision AutoWerk we deal with all insurance company’s on a daily basis and there is no doubt that average repair costs are and have been escalating for some time while the insurance industry has been slow to identify...

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1 December 2017

Intoducing Niesmann + Bischoff to NZ!

Premium German motorhome manufacturer Niesmann + Bischoff is the most luxurious brand within the Erwin Hymer Group. The range will be available through UCC in the South Island, while Acacia Motorhomes will be. the North Island stockist. “We’re very pleased to be adding Niesmann + Bischoff to o...

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1 December 2017

Stars shine at Christmas time

As the year draws to a close we pause to reflect on the highs, the lows and the new government! . Throughout the year the economy has grown and New Zealand continues to be a desirable destination for the rest of the world to visit. Our property values have increased, unemployment is low, business...

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1 December 2017

A quick guide to Track Insurance

Insurance is available from Star Insurance Specialists subject to acceptance by Star of a completed application. In every case, special terms will be applied as detailed in an endorsement to the policy. . 1. The following events will generally be approved and timing will be allowed:-. Single c...

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