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I have had AquaClear's run for many many years without problems. They do not use the narrow specialised cartridges that others use too so you can swap media around and add or remove it as you need. I have also used Shark internals with no problems but can't compare them to others. Most agree that Eheim is the one to go for though if money is no object.

This is currently being printed and will be appearing in select (or selected) mailboxes soon! We have an article from Navarre on keeping cichlids Sophia tells all about her DIY disaster she discussed here in the forums There is an article from Dr David Ford on his visit to the world's largest aquarium (I wanna visit!!) LivingArt's DIY shark features on one page Simon wrote about aquatic weeds and the National Pest Plant Accord We have lots of info and pics from Marlborough's Tank and Pond Parade Kiran shows us his native tank build and Marinefish4life talks about his foray into marine We learn all about red eared slider turtles from Donna Read about the Terrestrial and Freshwater Biodiversity Information Programme (TFBIS) for which the FNZAS has been given a grant to participate in conjunction with several regional councils, NIWA, DOC, Biosecurity and the Ministry of Fisheries. ... and more!

I always check lolcats. :slfg: I have today off (except I have to in for an hour late this afternoon) so walked into town and enjoyed morning tea with my parents and sister. I then nicked a basket full of grapes from the neighbour down the road (who actually told me to help myself) so am sitting at the computer eating grapes. The AW proof was approved this morning so going to print today or tomorrow. I then have to design and print posters, programmes and leaflets for the next lunchtime concert being held locally.

When she was younger, my daughter's favourite book was "My Cat Likes To Hides In Boxes". I just bought it for her last week to use in her classroom now she is a primary teacher of Year 2's. Grant and I were away for a long weekend break. We took the Chrysler... It made it over the Takaka Hill no problem. We stayed at Paton's Rock. It threatened rain the first day but it swept around the hills. Looked lovely though... I like walking the beach seeing what gets washed up, or the patterns made by sand and/or water... The second day was sunny but there were too many people on the beach!... We went salmon fishing and caught 4, which we ate for lunch... I like the contrasts here... and a final look at the beach...

I was right - knocked at least 10 minutes off my usual time :happy1:

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I am home alone (as is often the case) so I am finishing off the May Aquarium World ready to send to the printer :bounce: Looks like my daughter will be moving back home for a while so I have cleared out a bedroom and wardrobe. We will head up the Wither Hills later so she can walk off some frustration and anger. Should be a quick hike! Another gorgeous day in Blenheim. Where were they during summer? :dunno:

Great work there but, to be honest, the tree stump looks like a moa foot to me . More interesting than a log :thup:

I ate them quickly before they fermented

My giant danios have distinct stripes

Welcome Sorry still laughing :rotf:

I am currently at work, munching through some savignon grapes 8)

Or contact the local fish club. Someone will be happy to help

I hope you enjoy your time here and get help when it is needed.

His wife probably thinks Ira is one big beautiful animal too

I would have the tank ready with half bath water and half fresh, then get someone with a large net to hold it while I siphoned out as much water as I could through the net. The net will catch any fish or fry. As soon as the water level has dropped enough, slowly tip the bath over, if it is on a slope so you can angle it slightly, and pour the remaining water through the net too.

I always know when they kids are staying as the number of bottles and potions quadruples in the bathroom! I noticed that several of them were Proactiv so asked if it worked. I was assured it did, as long as it was used correctly and regularly. If you stopped using it, or missed a day or two, the skin got bad again.

None of them are so far. I could show a pic of Ira, if you really want, but not sure if it would be of benefit to anyone

I am babysitting son's dogs while he and Dena are partying. Bedtime for them I think - the dogs that is. They are supposed to go out to poo before going into their crates but neither seems interested :roll: Going to see Mirror Mirror tomorrow.

That is looking really nice. You have done a good job of adding depth to the view.

It took me a minute to realise that was the back end of the cat :slfg: The chair for viewing those in the spa pool is a concern. Ira doesn't skinny dip - he chunky dunks :sml1:

They are a great addition to a community tank and a very peaceful, as long as the other fish stay out of their territory.

Apistogramma species. They are dwarf cichlids and very pretty.