Commit No Nuisance

Kiwis (that’s what New Zealanders call themselves) seem to love a clever turn of phrase.

This sign caught the eye of many of us sailors; it became a staple on our blogs and Facebook posts. I’m told it’s a euphemism for “Don’t Pee Here.” Some took it as an order, others as a challenge. (And if you want to learn more about the history of public urination, this link will tell you everything you need to know.)

Commit No Nuisance

Hint for this one: Dunners = Dunedin, Tip = rubbish dump. (Thanks for the translation, Katrina!)

Using some reverse psychology here?

I Love Ugly store

Wonder why the ramen is so angry…

Angry Ramen

Fly sister, fly!

Sorority house in a university town:

Well ok then, I will have to try it out:

A National Pleasure

More kiwi creativity:

4 responses to “Commit No Nuisance”
  1. Donna Kruszewska Avatar
    Donna Kruszewska

    Great sculptures! Are they cement or wood?

    1. If you’re referring to the two top ones, they are carved from a eucalyptus tree that fell during a storm. I forgot to add in the caption that they are called the Bee Keeper. It was next to some bee hives.

  2. Jane Anne Davis Avatar
    Jane Anne Davis

    These are awesome! I never met a pun I didn’t like… The “groaners” are the best! The louder the groan, the better the pun! 😎

    1. I can hear you groan all the way across the Tasman Sea, Jane Anne!