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Steve @bort.nz · 09/10/2026

That AMA was super pointless wasn't it... www.stuff.co.nz/politics/361... #nzpol

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Steve @bort.nz · 21/09/2026

At least one positive from last night was how good the halftime show was. Savage killed it.

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Steve @bort.nz · 18/07/2026

Weird sync ups happening with the wahs and abs, clocks both hit 30:15 at the same time, both got penalties at the same time, and both got tries scored against them at the same time.

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Steve @bort.nz · 30/06/2026

I'm starting to think this Brian Tamaki guy might be a bit of a hypocrite aye... www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/police-pr...

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Steve @bort.nz · 29/06/2026

Evening commute

A railway station platform in bright late-afternoon sunlight. A cream station building with red trim stands on the right, while the photographer's long shadow stretches dramatically across the freshly paved platform. Yellow tactile paving lines the platform edge, with trees, power lines, and a cloudless blue sky in the background.

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Steve @bort.nz · 11/04/2026

Luxon is taking the weekend off to play Coachella #nzpol

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Steve @bort.nz · 07/12/2025

Semi related to the last post

A wider shot of a wooden park bench covered in handwritten black marker messages. On the left side, the text says: “CAN’T AFFORD RENT? YOU SHOULD LIVE IN A BETTER SYSTEM.” On the right side, additional slats read: “ARE YOU SICK? MAYBE IT’S CAPITALISM.” The bench sits on a pebble-textured ground, with part of a plastic bag visible on the right. Sunlight highlights the wood grain and shadows fall across the scene.

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Steve @bort.nz · 07/12/2025

The fake albums at IKEA are actually kinda awesome and i kinda want them on my wall

An ikea store display shows six decorative vinyl record covers on two black wall shelves. The top row features a blue-and-white cover labeled “Quality Vinyl Mockup” with a silhouette of a person holding a record, an orange album titled “Shoegazer,” and a pink-and-purple abstract cover with a distorted digital design. The bottom row includes an orange-and-blue translucent vinyl in a sleeve marked “Movement,” another album with wavy holographic-style artwork, and a turquoise cover with repeated text reading “High Quality Vinyl Mockup.” A warm yellow wall lamp glows on the left, while a framed abstract artwork hangs to the right. A metal storage box and headphones sit on the wooden desk below.

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Steve @bort.nz · 19/11/2025

Unsure if they sell pepsi at Eden Park

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Steve @bort.nz · 17/11/2025

NZ Police set it up

Some graffiti that says
NZ POLICE
LET'S HAVE A FIGHT, BUT LEGIT???
OFFICIALLY IN A CAGE RING???
LET ME KNOW IF YOU ARE KEEN

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Steve @bort.nz · 12/11/2025

The Clap your hands say yeah, gig was pretty great last night. Not pictured, me the photographer, also a bald white dude.

A crowd of people watches a live band performing on stage in a dimly lit venue with purple and blue stage lighting. The musicians are illuminated at the front, one playing guitar and singing into a microphone. The audience stands closely packed, with several bald heads visible in the foreground. A neon-style sign with partially readable text glows behind the band, adding to the lively concert atmosphere.

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Steve @bort.nz · 01/08/2025

This is not a still life. This is a quiet scream. A lowercase protest in a world of concrete certainty. An altar, accidental or intentional, to the things we consume and then forget. The corner becomes a frame. The milk, a metaphor. Plant-based. Rootless. Alone.

Title: “No Ordinary Offering”
Medium: Digital Photography
Artist Statement – 1st Year Submission

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In a forgotten corner of concrete sterility, beneath the hum of fluorescent neglect, a single carton of oat milk stands like a relic in a temple that was never built. The object, branded “No Ordinary Oat Milk,” becomes a statement far beyond plant-based sustenance. It is defiance. It is absurdity. It is misplaced hope.

Shot with harsh flash, the shadows exaggerate the geometry of decay—the rigid lines of the cold, stained cinderblock walls juxtaposed with the fragile, consumer-packaged softness of late-stage capitalism. Why is it there? Who left it? Is it trash, or tribute?

This is not a still life. This is a quiet scream.
A lowercase protest in a world of concrete certainty.
An altar, accidental or intentional, to the things we consume and then forget.

The corner becomes a frame. The milk, a metaphor.
Plant-based. Rootless. Alone.

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“I didn’t move the milk. The milk moved me.”
– Artist Note, sketchbook entry, Week 3, "Urban Spaces & Isolation"

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Steve @bort.nz · 23/06/2025

Thanks Auckland Transport great advice, I'll just consider a non existent alternative bus route to get home.

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Steve @bort.nz · 21/06/2025

Really cool gig. KOMMI was great, with excellent hat game. Korereo Maori is such a fun song, and pretty cool to see it up on stage with performers. I also loved the mariachi style of Whakameatia Mai. Very cool night.

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Steve @bort.nz · 21/06/2025

Hyped for Marlon Williams after that. Chills. #matariki #kikorangi

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Steve @bort.nz · 15/05/2025

Beer Jerk beer of the week. "The Doctor" a Doppelbock from Sawmill in Matakana. Pairs well with post-apocalyptic fungus zombie media ##brewsky

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Steve @bort.nz · 24/04/2025

From my recent trip to Melbourne #nowplaying

A stack of vinyl records in a crate, with the front cover prominently displaying an album titled AUSTRALIAN STYLE. The cover features a rustic wagon in the background and in the foreground, a sunburnt man in a singlet labeled "Damo", holding a can of VB (Victoria Bitter) beer and smoking ciggie.

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Steve @bort.nz · 19/04/2025

Why is there a blanket 10% surcharge for weekends everywhere in Melbourne?

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Steve @bort.nz · 07/04/2025

First review on the Mean Pies app. Excellent idea and well implemented.

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Steve @bort.nz · 21/01/2025

Enough photos of massive dorks doing offensive hand gestures and more photos of cats sitting in things

The photo shows a fluffy cat with a serious expression sitting inside a bright turquoise laundry basket. The basket is placed on a carpeted floor, surrounded by potted plants and furniture, creating a cozy indoor scene. The cat is peeking out from the basket, with its head visible above the rim.

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Steve @bort.nz · 20/01/2025

I did the grocery shopping the other day, I think I was pretty restrained.

A grocery store conveyor belt with fresh produce, including green onions, parsley, lemons, onions and a cucumber placed suspiciously, bananas, garlic, potatoes, and a container of blueberries. Behind the belt, snack packs like macadamias and cashews are displayed on hooks with digital price tags.

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Steve @bort.nz · 08/01/2025

Fighting the intrusive thoughts to not fire up a game of Guns and Roses pinball during this intimate 50 person folk gig.

The photo shows a "Guns N' Roses"-themed pinball machine in a dimly lit setting. The machine features a decorative design on its side panel, showcasing a silver revolver intertwined with green vines and red roses, staying true to the band's iconic imagery. A lampshade on the left side illuminates part of the machine, highlighting details of the artwork. In the darker background, silhouettes of people suggest an event or gathering taking place. The atmosphere is moody and thematic, matching the edgy rock aesthetic of the pinball machine.

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Steve @bort.nz · 08/01/2025

Perfect comedy. No notes. Everyone go home.

The image shows a classic arcade machine featuring the marquee for "Street Fighter II," with vibrant artwork of iconic characters Ryu and Ken. The game's title is prominently displayed with bold letters and a lightning effect. Notably, Ryu's eyes have been humorously altered with googly eyes, giving him a quirky and comedic appearance compared to his usual serious demeanor. Below the marquee, part of the control panel with character move sets is visible. The arcade machine shows signs of wear, including visible graffiti, suggesting it has been frequently used over time.

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Steve @bort.nz · 01/01/2025

Which Ariana Grande smell is for me?

A store display of many different perfumes, all featuring Ariana Grande

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Steve @bort.nz · 24/12/2024

Day 24 of the Beer Jerk Advent Calendar. Last one and it's a banger. Belgian Sparkling Ale from Australian brewery Fontaine. Very crisp and bubbly kind of like a champagne pilsner. Probably the worst pour I've ever done too. First attempt like 5/6ths head. Perfect for a 28°C afternoon. #brewsky

A can of Belgian Sparkling Ale and a glass of frothy beer rest on green grass in a sunny backyard. In the background, a black-and-white dog lies in the shade, surrounded by trees and a clear blue sky

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Steve @bort.nz · 23/12/2024

Good morning out fishing. Has anyone thought to make a fishing mini game for their video game?

The photo shows the back of a small motorboat traveling on the water, leaving a wake behind it. Two fishing rods are mounted at the rear of the boat, extending upward into the blue sky filled with scattered clouds. A red cooler and other equipment are visible on the boat's deck. In the background, there is a small grassy island with rocky features, surrounded by water dotted with colorful buoys. The scene is bright and sunny, creating a peaceful atmosphere.

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Steve @bort.nz · 23/12/2024

...I can imagine this one will be controversial. I'm good with the heat in this, the sweetness from the blueberries goes well with the tingly mouth feel. The raw chili is overwhelming though both on the nose and as an aftertaste. #Brewsky

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Steve @bort.nz · 23/12/2024

Day 23 of the Beer Jerk Advent Calendar. San Málà, a Blueberry, chilli and Szechuan smoothie sour. This is a colab with Duncan's brewing and Apostle hot sauce, I'm a fan of both and try to have both in the fridge...

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Steve @bort.nz · 22/12/2024

Day 22 of the Beer Jerk Advent Calendar. Kiwi Capital, a pale ale from Whakatāne based brewery Mata. Just a good solid NZ pale ale. Don't have anything interesting to say about this one. Hit the spot after making the trip with all the other jafas from Auckland to Coromandel though. #brewsky

A refreshing mug of beer with a frothy head sits on lush green grass beside a can of Kiwi Capital Pale Ale, featuring an illustration of a kiwi bird. In the background, a happy black-and-white dog stands on the grass, with trees and a bright sky completing the scenic outdoor setting.

The same again but with the dog in focus and the beer out of focus

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Steve @bort.nz · 21/12/2024

Day 21 of the Beer Jerk Advent Calendar. Timothy Tamothy Slamothy, a Double chocolate biscuit milk stout from Melbourne based Moon Dog. Was a bit disappointed with this one, could have been a bit more chocolatey and too much lactose at the end made it a bit yoghurty. #Brewsky

A cozy scene featuring a glass of dark beer poured next to a can of Moon Dog's 'Timothy Tamothy Slamothy,' a double chocolate biscuit milk stout. In the background, a framed photo of a cat and warm sunlight add a homey touch.

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Steve @bort.nz · 20/12/2024

Day 24 of the Beer Jerk Advent Calendar. Chuchuna, NZ cold IPA from Small Gods. Beer Jerk's own brew label. All about the Nelson Sauvin hops, very clean more like a larger than an IPA. Very smashable. The can art is pretty rad too. #brewsky

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Steve @bort.nz · 19/12/2024

Day 19 of the Beer Jerk Advent Calendar. Weissbier Dunkel, dark wheat beer from Paulaner, a Munich based brewery. Plenty of malty, bready sweetness, heaps of carbonation. I'm fan of this style of beer for sure. Novelty to me is drinking a beer from a brewery that's been going since 1643. #brewsky

"Photo of a can of Paulaner Weissbier Dunkel, a dark wheat beer, next to a clear glass mug filled with the beer. The mug sits on a coaster on a wooden table, with a soft-focus background showing a picture frame."

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Steve @bort.nz · 18/12/2024

Day 18 of the Beer Jerk Advent Calendar. Rainbow Sherbet Sour Beer, kettle sour beer from gwei•lo a Hong Kong based brewery. This is crazy, tastes like sherbet, has a ton of acidity, tanginess and sourness and lots of raspberry flavour. Tastes exactly like what it looks like on the can. #brewsky

A glass mug filled with amber-colored beer sits next to a colorful can of "gwei.lo Rainbow Sherbet Sour Beer" on a desk. Behind them, a computer monitor displays the title screen of Project Zomboid, a survival video game. The scene is well-lit, with sunlight filtering through window blinds in the background.

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Steve @bort.nz · 17/12/2024

Day 17 of the Beer Jerk Advent Calendar Modus Hazy,(no surprises) hazy IPA from NSW Modus Brewery. Not much to say about this one, just another hazy. Not even that strong on the juicy tropical notes. Nothing bad about it, it went down really easy. Might just be getting picky after 17 days. #brewsky

A sandwich with visible Burger, lettuce, tomato, onion, and mustard sits on a plate on a wooden desk. Beside it is a frosty glass of hazy beer, nearly full, with condensation visible. To the right of the glass is a can of Modus Hazy beer with colorful branding and text describing its "fresh, hazy, juicy" taste. In the background, a small cactus in a white pot, a photo frame showing a cat, and office items like a printer and yellow desk lamp are visible. Natural light streams in through a window, casting a relaxed vibe.

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Steve @bort.nz · 16/12/2024

Day 16 of the Beer Jerk Advent Calendar. Boric Tangelo Witbier,Belgian Witbier from Auckland based Hallertau Brewery. This is a wheatbeer with a bunch of tangelos chucked in and is really tasty. Lots of orange at the front and then hits you with lots of tangelo acidity at the end. #brewsky

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Steve @bort.nz · 15/12/2024

Day 15 of the Beer Jerk Advent Calendar. 3D, IPA from Isthmus, Auckland based brewery. Lots of hoppy bitterness on the front with more bitterness and tropical citrus taste on the back. Another solid example of the genre. #brewsky

A can of craft IPA beer and a mug of frothy beer sit on a wooden coffee table in focus. Behind them, the living room is slightly blurred, showing a red cabinet, a television playing a show, potted plants, and a cozy bookshelf with warm lighting. The scene gives off a relaxed, casual home atmosphere.

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Steve @bort.nz · 14/12/2024

Day 14 of the Beer Jerk Advent calendar. Smoko, Rauchbier from Victoria brewery, Bright. Focuses heavy on the malts which have been smoked. Sweet caramel on the front with a meaty bbq smoke backend. Style of beer that I've never really liked when I've tried it, but this one is v tasty. #brewsky

"A cozy living room setup featuring a can of Bright Brewery's Smoko Rauchbier on a coaster next to a glass of the beer, partially filled. In the background, a television displays a cricket match, with Kane "steady the ship" Williamson walking back to the stands after being dismissed.

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Steve @bort.nz · 13/12/2024

Day 13 of the beer jerk advent calendar. Pedal or Die, IPA from Wānaka brewery, b.effect. Nothing flashy, just a solid IPA, perfect Friday evening beer. Definitely in the dangerous category, kind of beer I would try at the pub and then keep going back for before realizing it's a 6.2% #Brewsky

A can of b.effect Brewing Co. beer, labeled "Pedal or Die IPA," sits on a wooden table next to a glass mug filled with a golden, frothy beer. The can's design features a silhouette of a mountain biker jumping against a backdrop of purple mountains and a forest, with a vibrant and adventurous aesthetic. The background of the image includes a slightly blurred interior scene, with greenery and furniture adding a cozy, relaxed atmosphere.

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Steve @bort.nz · 13/12/2024

Spotify doing Ad-Rock and Mike D dirty on the band photo. #nowplaying

A television screen displays a black-and-white image of a person (MCA) wearing sunglasses with "The Sounds of Science" by the Beastie Boys written on the screen. Partially cropped out are the other members of the Beastie Boys.

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Steve @bort.nz · 12/12/2024

Day 12 of the beer jerk advent calendar. A low carb Pilsner from Roosters Brewhouse, a Hawke's Bay Brew Pub. No name for this beer. Low carb so no sugars left and make it very dry, reminds me of citric acid. Wouldn't recommend. #brewsky

A can of Roosters Low Carb Pilsner sits on a wooden table next to a frosted glass mug filled with golden beer. In the background, a television screen displays a blurred image of a person in a brewing environment. The setting is a cozy living space, featuring plants, bookshelves, and a red cabinet. The scene exudes a relaxed atmosphere perfect for enjoying a drink.

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Steve @bort.nz · 11/12/2024

...Would be amazing to have at the height of summer on Sunday afternoon. Side question do Bay leaves ever do anything in anything ever? #brewsky

A cozy indoor setting featuring a glass mug of light golden beer and a can labeled "Brett Grisette Farmhouse Ale" on a wooden table. A fluffy black cat is in the background, slightly leaning over the table. Behind the cat, there is a TV screen playing mystery science theater 3000 and vibrant decorations, including three hanging star-shaped ornaments and lush green plants.

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Steve @bort.nz · 10/12/2024

Day 10 of the beer jerk advent calendar. Prideful, APA from Searchlight Brewery in Queenstown. Seemed a little flat but maybe that was just leaning into the ale side of things...

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Steve @bort.nz · 09/12/2024

Day 9 of the beer jerk advent calendar. Blossom, a blonde ale from Matakana brewery 8 Wired. A wheat beer with a bunch of flowers and honey and lemon added to it. Not something I would normally pick out but was pretty enjoyable. The sweetness matched well with a Thai green curry. #brewsky

A warm-toned image of a wooden table featuring a bowl of rice topped with green vegetables, tofu, black sesame seeds, and fresh herbs. Beside the bowl is a can of 8 Wired Brewing's "Blossom Blonde Ale," decorated with floral artwork, and a glass mug filled with the pale, frothy beer. The background is softly blurred, highlighting the meal and drink as the focal point.

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Steve @bort.nz · 08/12/2024

Day 8 of the Beer Jerk advent calendar. Northern Red, a 4.5% English Red Ale from Victorian brewery, Boatrocker. Malty with a little Bitterness. Nice palette cleanser after yesterday's nonsense. Paired well with burger for dinner. Could smash a bunch of these down at the pub. #brewsky

A cozy table setup featuring a hearty meal of a burger with a sesame bun, thick-cut fries, and a glass of red ale poured from a can of Northern Red English Red Ale by 3 Ravens Brewing. In the background, a framed picture of a cat with a fluffy coat and piercing gaze adds a personal touch, with a window view of a bright outdoor setting.

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Steve @bort.nz · 07/12/2024

Day 7 of the beer jerk advent calendar. Imperial stout from Behemoth Brewing Company, Shot across the bow. Barrel aged in a bourbon barrel and coffee added to it as well. 1/2

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