David R Posted August 7, 2008 Report Share Posted August 7, 2008 Every bit of help is going to help people. Im surprised that there hasnt been more offers to help? Even just a small amount of money, a small amount of food, offers to help at the Park? The impression I got is that the finance company wants their money now but the bank won't lend them money until the council approves their subdivision, so unless someone can make a large six-figure donation then they're snookered. Is that correct Mark? BTW I wasn't suggesting you needed a new kidney Mark, I was wondering what I'd get for one on TradeMe... :lol: I would offer to help house some fish, but we'll probably be moving house [again!] very shortly, so I'll wait until then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
livingart Posted August 7, 2008 Report Share Posted August 7, 2008 The impression I got is that the finance company wants their money now but the bank won't lend them money until the council approves their subdivision, so unless someone can make a large six-figure donation then they're snookered. Is that correct Mark? you read it right david, that is the problem we had to move into 2nd tier finance at a high interest rate, that is the one that is pursuing us at the moment, it is a lot of money to find, though we have been trying for about 9 months Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharkie Posted August 7, 2008 Report Share Posted August 7, 2008 this may be a long shot but have you thought about aproaching bob clarkson the mp as he is involved in putting allot of his own money ointo projects in the bop area and as an upside for him its good pr for him with the up coming election even if he's not running....it may be a long shot but ya dont get unless you ask.i wish you all the best and hope you get a outcome which keeps you and the animals happy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zabman Posted August 7, 2008 Report Share Posted August 7, 2008 'm supersad to hear that living art Please let us know if there is anyway that I can help - don't have alot of $$ and can't house any big fish but would certainly volunteer at your park if need be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
livingart Posted August 7, 2008 Report Share Posted August 7, 2008 been there done that sharkie, sometimes people are not what they seem thanks for the offer zabman, pm please so i can save your contact Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purplecatfish Posted August 7, 2008 Report Share Posted August 7, 2008 What fish need new homes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
livingart Posted August 7, 2008 Report Share Posted August 7, 2008 still trying to sort out pms of who has offered what a home have 2.4 .6 x .6 with malawis and fronts - homed 2.1 x .9 x .75 2 aros and 7 birchirs ? 6 foot with jardini - homed i think 5 foot brackish ? 5 foot local marine - can always just release them 2 metre reef - maybe homed 40 big goldfish - need homing, currently in pond 5 water dragons - homed i think 6 blue tongues 3 bearded dragons - homed i think frogs can be released will release big pool of local marines and the big eels in freshwater pool then theres the parrots pair of ecclectus ring necks blue, white, grey, yellow and green lorrikeets, rainbow, scaley and musk barrabands, kings, alexandrines 2 pair greens and lutino 12 cockatoos, 1 galah 40 lovebirds then the pheasants etc may have a home for some of them then the mini highland cattle still more to list Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmchick Posted August 7, 2008 Report Share Posted August 7, 2008 we have 2 very large ponds that may be able to home your goldfish but the problem would be catching them again when you wanted them back. One is roughly 6000 litres and the other is a natural catchment area that is even bigger. I can also speak to the powers that be and see if we cant help you out with the cattle? How many are there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David R Posted August 7, 2008 Report Share Posted August 7, 2008 been there done that sharkie, sometimes people are not what they seem How about Winston, he seems to be good at getting donations! :lol: :lol: :lol: If the Jardini (and tank) still needs a home I could try talking very nicely to the Mrs.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucid Posted August 7, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2008 So good to see so much help here now, times like these you need good friends. Im glad I put up the post. B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitzy Posted August 8, 2008 Report Share Posted August 8, 2008 So good to see so much help here now, times like these you need good friends. Im glad I put up the post. B People have been trying to help just not through a post but through pm's But glad you put the post up too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucid Posted August 8, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 8, 2008 Yes thats what Mark said earlier. Glad to see the support here too. B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carznkats Posted August 8, 2008 Report Share Posted August 8, 2008 Thats so sad Mark Just found out. That's not good...after all the hard work you have put into the park and the love you have poured into the animals, I'm so sad that it has ended like this for you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharkie Posted August 8, 2008 Report Share Posted August 8, 2008 i hope you dont mind but after posting my message in here i took it upon myself to send a letter to bob clarkson myself and just recieved the following response i hope that something does come of it and its not just nice words.maybe if others meseged as well it mite help. Fraser Your email to Bob has been referred to his Tauranga office. Bob is aware of the Paterson’s plight and while he is not in a position to help personally he is making it known to associates in the hope there may be a solution. Thank you for your caring approach to this difficult situation. The Paterson’s have certainly put a great deal of personal effort and funding in to the facility and it would be a shame if the prevailing circumstances resulted in its closure. Glenn Harris Electorate Agent for Bob Clarkson Member of Parliament for Tauranga National Party Associate Spokesman for Housing, Building & Construction 271 Cameron Rd 3110 P O Box 571 3140 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bedazzled Posted August 8, 2008 Report Share Posted August 8, 2008 Shucks, I just read the first post and I really don't know what to say. Livingart, I have seen your posts around here and you are always keen to help and offer advice when you have had plenty of your own problems to deal with. I am too far away to offer any assistance with looking after animals or fish but I really really hope that everything falls in to place for you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
livingart Posted August 8, 2008 Report Share Posted August 8, 2008 always lived my life as there are no ends just new beginnings have had a few local people down looking at our situation so your email may have worked sharkie david i think winnie has enough on his plate at the moment i have probably recieved 40 - 60 pms on this, so there are many caring people on here, lost a few out the bottom of my inbox before i could save them will try to house the fish as close as i can but i think i have replied to all pms if i haven't then pm again and kick my butt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bedazzled Posted August 8, 2008 Report Share Posted August 8, 2008 always lived my life as there are no ends just new beginnings Awesome attitude livingart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bulldogod Posted August 8, 2008 Report Share Posted August 8, 2008 Sorry to hear about this, Great place that you have there and great what you are doing for the animals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidb Posted August 8, 2008 Report Share Posted August 8, 2008 shit that sucks LivingArt. Anything I can do just give me a yell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
livingart Posted August 8, 2008 Report Share Posted August 8, 2008 shit that sucks LivingArt. Anything I can do just give me a yell bring me back a silverback thanks bulldogod gotta have that attitude bedazzled otherwise life can be a drag, no i am not a transvestite Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryanjury Posted August 8, 2008 Report Share Posted August 8, 2008 Hey Livingart ive only really just stumbled upon this and had to say im really sorry to hear about this happening to you guys, I know you put alot into your animals and alot into this forums and the people on here who can always rely on you for help even to the point of donating things to people and doing things for no gain on your behalf.. Its a real shame that this has to happen to one of the good ones out there. I cant really offer any help or even suggestions but can only say that im thinking and feeling for you guys and hope that it works out for you and your family and all the animals at the park and also say that im gutted I didn't get a chance to visit and show support.. If there is anything I can do let me know probably a little bit limited given the time frame and the fact im still overseas but you never know.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anthony law Posted August 8, 2008 Report Share Posted August 8, 2008 living art im very sorry to hear about this i hope all is well,i thought i was having a dilemma as the big stom wipe my power out for five days. as it wipe out most of my fish.as the shed disspare.so i have to start again. i hope you can keep the the park.as it colud be a get place.. best wishy ant Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Insect Direct Posted August 8, 2008 Report Share Posted August 8, 2008 My thoughts are with you man, hope all works out for the better soon. Not much else i can say without repeating what others have already said Respect 8) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaat Posted August 8, 2008 Report Share Posted August 8, 2008 I'm really saddened to read this thread. Places like yours are an asset to a community, and hopefully the "powers that be" in Tauranga will see that in time and work with you. You have my thoughts and best wishes in this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
livingart Posted August 8, 2008 Report Share Posted August 8, 2008 thanks ryan - maybe some WOMD bummer on the power outage ants we went through the same thing a few months back the publicity has bought some offers of help from here and locally to help source some finance, the fingers and legs are crossed, but the time frame is short if it comes to the crunch it looks like all of the fish are sorted your response has been overwhelming it is in times of real adversity when real people stand up thank you to all mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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