Penny
@pennyrakau.bsky.social
Climate, conservation, cupcakes.
My dudes, it has taken me 22 years but I have finally paid off my student loan!!! 🤯🎉
December 21, 2025 at 7:44 PM
My dudes, it has taken me 22 years but I have finally paid off my student loan!!! 🤯🎉
Left the office slightly early so here we go #SecretSantaAoNZ
December 17, 2025 at 3:28 AM
Left the office slightly early so here we go #SecretSantaAoNZ
I can't even imagine how much work goes on behind the scenes to make this work. Opening day is such a joy to witness, both in the giftee's reactions and Santas knowing that they did good #SecretSantaAoNZ
#secretsantaAoNZ A huge thank you to @foxylustygrover.bsky.social and all the elves for pulling us all together again for our Secret Santa. From start when we receive the name of our Santee to finish when we get to see everyone’s gifts it is simply wonderful. Thank you thank you thank you.
December 16, 2025 at 10:18 PM
I can't even imagine how much work goes on behind the scenes to make this work. Opening day is such a joy to witness, both in the giftee's reactions and Santas knowing that they did good #SecretSantaAoNZ
Happy opening day! Dear Santa, my gifts are waiting patiently for me by my wonky tree for when I get home from work today 🎄💕
#SecretSantaAoNZ
#SecretSantaAoNZ
December 16, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Happy opening day! Dear Santa, my gifts are waiting patiently for me by my wonky tree for when I get home from work today 🎄💕
#SecretSantaAoNZ
#SecretSantaAoNZ
Love this for us 😑
www.rnz.co.nz/news/politic...
www.rnz.co.nz/news/politic...
Government rejects all of Climate Change Commission's emissions target recommendations
It comes despite a Climate Change Commission warning that New Zealand is being hit sooner and more severely than expected.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 3, 2025 at 8:34 PM
Love this for us 😑
www.rnz.co.nz/news/politic...
www.rnz.co.nz/news/politic...
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I think it's really telling that there's never been a hot person who's into AI
December 1, 2025 at 9:23 PM
I think it's really telling that there's never been a hot person who's into AI
We made a 'tree' out of a pallet one year, so we use this if we feel like decorating. We are pretty low key in terms of xmas decorating though #SecretSantaAoNZ
Been a couple of days since we had a question, and this one is pretty important, #SecretSantaAoNZ
December 1, 2025 at 2:14 AM
We made a 'tree' out of a pallet one year, so we use this if we feel like decorating. We are pretty low key in terms of xmas decorating though #SecretSantaAoNZ
Think I covered in the other food post but here we go - Coffee (espresso grind), fancy soda syrups, no alcohol please. Related, I am always open to new coffee mugs! #SecretSantaAoNZ
Some people have already covered this in other posts, but for the Santas that need to know specifically.
What are your go-to-drinks? Your tasty beverages FOR MORALE?
#SecretSantaAoNZ
What are your go-to-drinks? Your tasty beverages FOR MORALE?
#SecretSantaAoNZ
November 27, 2025 at 11:02 PM
Think I covered in the other food post but here we go - Coffee (espresso grind), fancy soda syrups, no alcohol please. Related, I am always open to new coffee mugs! #SecretSantaAoNZ
Introduce yourself with 5 snacks
BBQ shapes
4 different types of chips
🤷
BBQ shapes
4 different types of chips
🤷
Introduce yourself with 5 snacks
Gherkin from the jar
Handful of nuts
Random fridge thing
End bit of cake
Carrot
Gherkin from the jar
Handful of nuts
Random fridge thing
End bit of cake
Carrot
November 27, 2025 at 7:52 PM
Introduce yourself with 5 snacks
BBQ shapes
4 different types of chips
🤷
BBQ shapes
4 different types of chips
🤷
Honestly all of them, lol. Have two cats but also love dogs, birds (esp NZ native manu), have a soft spot for wombats and goats. #SecretSantaAoNZ
A new question for #SecretSantaAoNZ
Are you a cat or dog person? Pandas? Hippos? Dolphins?Dragons? Chimera? Nessie?
Are you a cat or dog person? Pandas? Hippos? Dolphins?Dragons? Chimera? Nessie?
November 25, 2025 at 1:56 AM
Honestly all of them, lol. Have two cats but also love dogs, birds (esp NZ native manu), have a soft spot for wombats and goats. #SecretSantaAoNZ
I like a pretty broad range of music, but my heart lies in the 90s - alternative, punk, dance, folk (and even the odd boyband). Dystopian and post-apocalyptic books/tv/movies are my jam. #SecretSantaAoNZ
A new question for today #SecretSantaAoNZ
This one might require a few replies to answer, at least for me.
This one might require a few replies to answer, at least for me.
November 24, 2025 at 3:46 AM
I like a pretty broad range of music, but my heart lies in the 90s - alternative, punk, dance, folk (and even the odd boyband). Dystopian and post-apocalyptic books/tv/movies are my jam. #SecretSantaAoNZ
I have 2 cats and they fucking love nip #SecretSantaAoNZ
Hi #SecretSantaAoNZ Santas! If your giftee likes cats, I'm willing to label your outer packaging as "from Santa" and send direct. I can gift-wrap it and include short notes or print a letter from you.
Just reply to your confirmation email and let me know. 15% off til 30 Nov!
#nzpets
Just reply to your confirmation email and let me know. 15% off til 30 Nov!
#nzpets
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November 23, 2025 at 2:57 AM
I have 2 cats and they fucking love nip #SecretSantaAoNZ
I've had some rad secondhand and homemade gifts over the years! #SecretSantaAoNZ
Upping this for #SecretSantaAoNZ
I know things are tight for a lot of Santas this year, it is the thought not $$ that truly matters. I speak for many when I say please do not stress or overspend.
And if you struggle please reach out to the team.
I know things are tight for a lot of Santas this year, it is the thought not $$ that truly matters. I speak for many when I say please do not stress or overspend.
And if you struggle please reach out to the team.
For #SecretSantaAoNZ I would like to say that crafted, second-hand etc is wonderful.
If you are struggling, a copy of your favourite book, a poem that moved your soul, or an album that changed your life, I'd love to know the things that mean the most to you.
Remember it is the thought not the $$
If you are struggling, a copy of your favourite book, a poem that moved your soul, or an album that changed your life, I'd love to know the things that mean the most to you.
Remember it is the thought not the $$
November 20, 2025 at 2:13 AM
I've had some rad secondhand and homemade gifts over the years! #SecretSantaAoNZ
Earrings, earrings, and more earrings. Pierced ears, the bigger the better tbh. Will dig out a photo of my current collection! #SecretSantaAoNZ
Going to move this question for #SecretSantaAoNZ forward a few days since it's come up.
What jewellery do you wear? Necklaces? Bracelets? Clip-ons or pierced earrings? Rings? Anklets? Arm bands? Gold? Silver? Pewter? Copper? Or plastic like Hoggle?
What jewellery do you wear? Necklaces? Bracelets? Clip-ons or pierced earrings? Rings? Anklets? Arm bands? Gold? Silver? Pewter? Copper? Or plastic like Hoggle?
November 17, 2025 at 8:53 PM
Earrings, earrings, and more earrings. Pierced ears, the bigger the better tbh. Will dig out a photo of my current collection! #SecretSantaAoNZ
I'm vegan, more of a fan of savoury snacks but do like a bit of chocolate sometimes. I don't drink alcohol but love coffee (espresso grind) and like fancy soda syrups #SecretSantaAoNZ
Time for another question #SecretSantaAoNZ
What are your favourite foods? Least favourite? What can't you eat? What are your go to foods FOR MORALE?
Quote or reply with your answers.
What are your favourite foods? Least favourite? What can't you eat? What are your go to foods FOR MORALE?
Quote or reply with your answers.
November 12, 2025 at 9:09 PM
I'm vegan, more of a fan of savoury snacks but do like a bit of chocolate sometimes. I don't drink alcohol but love coffee (espresso grind) and like fancy soda syrups #SecretSantaAoNZ
Look, things are all a bit shit right now so I'm doing double duty by cheering myself up with pretty colourful things AND supporting rad local artists.
*slappy bird feet noises* The May TPG Sticker Club sticker has arrived, it's THE BABA YAGA HOUSE *stomp stomp stomp*
Snag this studio-made holo sticker before end of May by signing up to the Trash Panda Gang Sticker Club: pepperraccoon.com/collections/...
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Snag this studio-made holo sticker before end of May by signing up to the Trash Panda Gang Sticker Club: pepperraccoon.com/collections/...
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May 22, 2025 at 12:46 AM
Look, things are all a bit shit right now so I'm doing double duty by cheering myself up with pretty colourful things AND supporting rad local artists.
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if you do a bunch of stuff one day, you cannot really be expected to do a bunch of stuff the following day as well
May 1, 2025 at 12:48 AM
if you do a bunch of stuff one day, you cannot really be expected to do a bunch of stuff the following day as well
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If you’re against all this anti trans bullshit, you need to speak out. Do it for the kids. So many trans kids frightened right now.
Some of them will have loving families, some will not.
I think they need to hear your voices. I think that’s important.
Just a challenge x
Some of them will have loving families, some will not.
I think they need to hear your voices. I think that’s important.
Just a challenge x
April 23, 2025 at 1:01 AM
If you’re against all this anti trans bullshit, you need to speak out. Do it for the kids. So many trans kids frightened right now.
Some of them will have loving families, some will not.
I think they need to hear your voices. I think that’s important.
Just a challenge x
Some of them will have loving families, some will not.
I think they need to hear your voices. I think that’s important.
Just a challenge x
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Fat Queers Eating Cake as part of @wellingtonpride.bsky.social is tomorrow! Here's what to do
1. Register www.eventfinda.co.nz/2025/fat-que...
2. Take a RAT
3. Bring kai if you're able
4. Eat & relax with your community
5. Get your portrait sketched, if you want, by the Creative Itch Collective
1. Register www.eventfinda.co.nz/2025/fat-que...
2. Take a RAT
3. Bring kai if you're able
4. Eat & relax with your community
5. Get your portrait sketched, if you want, by the Creative Itch Collective
March 13, 2025 at 10:52 PM
Fat Queers Eating Cake as part of @wellingtonpride.bsky.social is tomorrow! Here's what to do
1. Register www.eventfinda.co.nz/2025/fat-que...
2. Take a RAT
3. Bring kai if you're able
4. Eat & relax with your community
5. Get your portrait sketched, if you want, by the Creative Itch Collective
1. Register www.eventfinda.co.nz/2025/fat-que...
2. Take a RAT
3. Bring kai if you're able
4. Eat & relax with your community
5. Get your portrait sketched, if you want, by the Creative Itch Collective
Fuck yes got my @pepperraccoon.bsky.social order today
May 16, 2024 at 7:36 AM
Fuck yes got my @pepperraccoon.bsky.social order today
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Someone tagged me into this as, in Drach's absence, the person on BlueSky most likely to know (without guessing) how navies handled cat poo. I am VERY offended.
But they're also right. 😆 Indeed Drach/Dr Alex and I were comparing notes on this back in November.
So thread: How cats shat on ships /1
But they're also right. 😆 Indeed Drach/Dr Alex and I were comparing notes on this back in November.
So thread: How cats shat on ships /1
Bad news: I wrote to the Museum of Maritime Pets in Maine to ask how cat poops and pee were handled on ships before litter was invented. They didn't know! But they're very curious, too, and want me to keep them updated. We can all make educated guesses but I want to see what actual records say.
December 23, 2023 at 10:23 AM
Someone tagged me into this as, in Drach's absence, the person on BlueSky most likely to know (without guessing) how navies handled cat poo. I am VERY offended.
But they're also right. 😆 Indeed Drach/Dr Alex and I were comparing notes on this back in November.
So thread: How cats shat on ships /1
But they're also right. 😆 Indeed Drach/Dr Alex and I were comparing notes on this back in November.
So thread: How cats shat on ships /1
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Aries: Like an ugly Christmas sweater, you are both a gift and a curse.
December 22, 2023 at 6:05 PM
Aries: Like an ugly Christmas sweater, you are both a gift and a curse.
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New Zealand’s slapdash new government has no vision – only a plan to take us backwards
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2023/nov/24/new-zealand-new-coalition-government-national-nz-first-act
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2023/nov/24/new-zealand-new-coalition-government-national-nz-first-act
New Zealand’s slapdash new government has no vision – only a plan to take us backwards | Lamia I...
In the interests of advancing personal career ambitions, we will be left with fewer employment protections, a higher prison population and dismantled treaty obligations
www.theguardian.com
November 24, 2023 at 5:57 AM
New Zealand’s slapdash new government has no vision – only a plan to take us backwards
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2023/nov/24/new-zealand-new-coalition-government-national-nz-first-act
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2023/nov/24/new-zealand-new-coalition-government-national-nz-first-act