Helen Clark is a vegetable!
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Reserve met
- Closed: Sat 29 Jul 2006, 12:00 pm
- Listing #: 63760915
So I was walking through Pak 'n' Save Petone, when low and behold I saw possibly the most amazing thing I've ever seen in my life. There before me, amidst the hundreds of potatoes, was the spitting image of our nation's leader...the honourable Helen Clark!
Too excited to finish my shop, I snapped up this incredibly rare find and rushed it home to my mantle piece where it sat admired by awe-struck friends and family.
However, after the furore that resulted from Lisa Lewis' bikini auction I thought I'd share my prized possession with the world and auction it on Trade Me.
This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for anyone wanting the ultimate kiwi souvenir. Investment potential.
Just take a look at the multiple angle photos and I think you'll agree that this is quite remarkable.
Too excited to finish my shop, I snapped up this incredibly rare find and rushed it home to my mantle piece where it sat admired by awe-struck friends and family.
However, after the furore that resulted from Lisa Lewis' bikini auction I thought I'd share my prized possession with the world and auction it on Trade Me.
This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for anyone wanting the ultimate kiwi souvenir. Investment potential.
Just take a look at the multiple angle photos and I think you'll agree that this is quite remarkable.
Please read the questions and answers for this auction.
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Shipping details
- Free shipping within New Zealand
- Seller allows pick-ups
- Seller is located in Wellington City, Wellington
Payment details
- NZ bank deposit
About the seller
- Has not traded yet
- Member since Jul 2006
Closes: Sat 29 Jul, 12:00 pm. 2006 This auction used auto-extend. 
Questions and answers
Youre right ,it does look like Helen, its one eyed.
Ha ha, good one mate! Except I think most would agree, this spud has more resemblance to Helen Clark than just having one eye.
7:01 pm, Wed 19 Jul
Ha ha, good one mate! Except I think most would agree, this spud has more resemblance to Helen Clark than just having one eye.
7:01 pm, Wed 19 Jul
Look mate, I don't know. Like I said, I found it in the supermarket.
12:11 pm, Thu 20 Jul
whats this worth if it,s pealed, im sure everyone would like to know whats under the wrapping. i would like to know also would she feed a family of four.
ljfish1960 (253 
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11:06 am, Thu 20 Jul
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11:06 am, Thu 20 Jul
You must understand that a find like this is unbelievably rare! I hope the person who wins it shall treat it with the respect it commands.
10:41 pm, Thu 20 Jul
Can you advise me if your rare find does more good than its look alike? And is it more pro family? Any idea of its gender orientation? And do you have the rest of the PC gang that you will offer? Has it told any lies, sorry, press releases saying that are no traffic ticket quota's? If you could get that, it would prove the genes are indeed the same!
LOL
jcmimports (372 )
2:26 pm, Thu 20 Jul
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2:26 pm, Thu 20 Jul
Yes it does. No. None at all. No. Yes.
8:13 pm, Fri 28 Jul
I'll give you 2 out of ten for the photos...
12 out of ten for being different...
usisus (103 
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8:10 pm, Thu 20 Jul
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8:10 pm, Thu 20 Jul
According to everyone I've shown, the photos show an impeccable likeness. However, I'll post some more flattering angles soon.
10:57 pm, Thu 20 Jul
If you peel this, you may find that it has a heart of gold just like Helen. I am very grateful to Helen and the Labour Government for all their initiatives to support families.
joybells63 (1918 
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11:12 am, Fri 21 Jul
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11:12 am, Fri 21 Jul
Good on you but the thought of peeling this gem isn't very appealing to me. Why ruin such a wonder of nature?!
1:33 am, Tue 25 Jul
Hi, this isn't so rare its one of a set of six. I have the prune, I've seen the carrot, parsnip, radish, cabbage with the swede being the ultimate collectors piece and considered the most lifelike.
wimwom (409 )
11:23 am, Fri 21 Jul
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11:23 am, Fri 21 Jul
Who's collecting this amazing set? Do they know that the final piece is right here?
11:48 am, Fri 21 Jul
Will you guarantee the photo's aren't airbrushed to soften her look.
caaz (145 )
11:24 am, Fri 21 Jul
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11:24 am, Fri 21 Jul
Believe it or not, unlike Labour's election campaign photos, airbrushing was not required! I get a lot of people saying that I must've carved it out a bit or something to get it looking more like her but this is the real deal. I personally think the little areas of dirt add great likeness.
1:42 am, Tue 25 Jul
Hi there, has this potato been air brushed to improve the look like Helen,s pictures?
Can it lie down straight at night?
Good on ya,
waitoriki1 (59 
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3:49 pm, Fri 21 Jul
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3:49 pm, Fri 21 Jul
Read above for an answer to you first question buddy. I have only once slept next to it (long story) and it appeared to lie down fine.
1:44 am, Tue 25 Jul
If you want, yes, I have a range of Bic pens. What colour would you like? Or coloured pencils? I have some Faber-Castells. Actually I have some Crayola Overwriters as well, maybe one of those?
7:17 pm, Wed 26 Jul
Well that may be the case, but I personally find this to be one hot potato.
1:51 am, Tue 25 Jul
potatoes left in the light go green,will this one do the same, if so I don,t want it.
hammer23 (80 )
10:52 am, Sat 22 Jul
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10:52 am, Sat 22 Jul
I can assure you that I'm keeping this hot potato in an air tight, temperature controlled environment to keep it in the best possible condition.
4:43 pm, Sat 22 Jul
Well due to the decomposable nature of this marvel I think I would need to send it in an air-tight container or possibly even a refridgerator unit. Bid-away though compadre, we can sort it out afterwards.
7:15 pm, Wed 26 Jul
A lot of people have said this, other popuar comparisons have been Parekura Horomia and Jim Bolger. Don't look at it for it's shape, looks closely then you'll get the true Helen experience.
7:21 pm, Wed 26 Jul
That looks like one very tasty potato ... but the fact that it looks so incredibly like our Leading Lady scares me ... I must want to eat her equally as much ...
I have strong sympathy toward this poor potato as I am certain it didn't want to be created in her image ... it must be the absolute laughing stock of the vegetable world ... hopefully Maggi will come to it's rescue and put it with Mushy on thier next TV advert ... hopefully it's short life is not wasted in becoming a handful of Kettl
kayjay_nz (74 )
1:42 pm, Sat 22 Jul
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1:42 pm, Sat 22 Jul
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8:17 pm, Fri 28 Jul
if anyone is feeling sick, this is the most funny thing ive read in ages,and would have you laughing back onyour feet in no time.
highreward (105 )
2:42 pm, Sat 22 Jul
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2:42 pm, Sat 22 Jul
What's to laugh about? The potato looks like Helen Clark. I'm serious.
4:56 pm, Sat 22 Jul
I wonder if Don Brash would walk the plank to obtain such a lovely spud
x1009974 (233 )
8:38 pm, Sat 22 Jul
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8:38 pm, Sat 22 Jul
He's actually one of the bidders.
7:22 pm, Wed 26 Jul
This potato bares no resemblance to Helen Clark, this potato is in fact a lot more attractive.
ikona (715 
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8:39 pm, Sat 22 Jul
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8:39 pm, Sat 22 Jul
How can you claim it's a lot more attractive when the two blatantly look exactly the same?!
1:56 am, Tue 25 Jul
Personally i can't see the resemblance~but obviously 'it's thick skinned'!!
rammingman (154 )
10:00 pm, Sat 22 Jul
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10:00 pm, Sat 22 Jul
I'm shocked, take a closer look. Maybe put your glasses on? Each to their own I guess.
1:57 am, Tue 25 Jul
Hi, most interested. Just wondering if you have any more vegetables that resemble other parts of Helens anatomy, preferably something 'below the equator', most interested.
pexelthorpe (24 
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10:10 pm, Sun 23 Jul
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10:10 pm, Sun 23 Jul
Geez mate, steady on. With a name like 'Pexelthorpe' I thought you'd be more after Don Brash's carrot.
2:04 am, Tue 25 Jul
I think I saw one identical to that one at our supermarket last week. I went down to retreive it about an hour ago but it wasnt there anymore....
jodikeen (71 )
5:26 pm, Mon 24 Jul
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5:26 pm, Mon 24 Jul
Well you left it upwards of a week, can't expect the same batch of spuds to be sitting there after such a long period. But yeah, you have to be in to win don't ya. I shudder at the thought of passing this prize by. It's one of those things I would've always brought up with people but never have been able to prove.
2:10 am, Tue 25 Jul
The way Helens running the economy you can just about expect to pay this for one potatoe anyway, ($5++++) so for you serious bidders of a rare gem you're gonna have to 'dig' a little deeper for this spud I imagine. It's outa my price range, I wonder if there's a set Helen and her man?
schmeiser (417 )
9:09 pm, Mon 24 Jul
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9:09 pm, Mon 24 Jul
If every potato resembled someone as much as this spud resembles Helen then I'd be more than willing to pay $5++++ per potato. This potato has brought an amazing amount of happiness to my life, I go to bed smiling, I wake smiling. I have no doubt that the winner of this auction will experience similar feelings.
10:00 pm, Fri 28 Jul
Frankly, I'm concerned that the potato may have some unappealing tendencies, breaking the speed limit, giving long-winded speeches, etc. Can you guarantee that this will not be the case?
sugarbear (61 )
12:24 pm, Tue 25 Jul
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12:24 pm, Tue 25 Jul
Depends what kind of substances you're on mate.
10:03 pm, Fri 28 Jul
if this is such an amazing find and a "once in a lifetime opportunity" as you say why sell it? you just said before that you shudder at the thought of passing this prize by and yet your selling it....whats the reserve set at?
slash_75 (170 )
2:06 pm, Tue 25 Jul
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2:06 pm, Tue 25 Jul
Well Mr Smarty Pants, you must think you've really stumped me with those. For a guy that claims (in his profile) that one should "judge a man by his questions, not his answers" you don't seem to be very good at asking questions. It's obvious that the reserve has been met. And as for why I am looking to sell it, well I stated that the furore of the Lisa Lewis auction made me want to do it. Maybe you should bloody well think before you go asking stpid questions like that. Have YOU found an amazin
5:35 pm, Wed 26 Jul
Very clever. Maybe she could volunteer her services to the israeli war as a "Spud Missle".
malee (463 )
3:50 pm, Tue 25 Jul
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3:50 pm, Tue 25 Jul
Good, I like it spuddy.
5:37 pm, Wed 26 Jul
Aren't potatoes much like Abbos and don't wear clothes. Which reminds mer of the old joke - why should you always wrap a potatoe in tissue paper when you plant it in the ground --- ANS. to keep the dirt out of it's eyes when it's rooting !
mini850 (42 )
4:31 pm, Tue 25 Jul
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4:31 pm, Tue 25 Jul
This person should be banned.
5:36 pm, Wed 26 Jul
You really are a miracle man. Does she come with a handbag by chance? Would you think of showing her at local schools or donating her to charity? Incredible. Truly a masterpiece. Well done on your find.
tigerlilly8 (290 )
5:02 pm, Tue 25 Jul
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5:02 pm, Tue 25 Jul
Thanks, I am truly delighted to have found such a wonder of nature. These things only happen once or twice in a lifetime, and I think it's important to share them with the world. She doesn't come with a handbag I'm sorry, you may want to try finding a Mrs Potato Head doll for that. I had actually considered taking it to local schools, but I guess that's now up to the successful bidder.
7:11 pm, Wed 26 Jul
I dont no mate I think we might have to have a Commission of Inquiry into this one.
I and some friends of mine would certainly look forward to being interviwed.
happy88 (51 )
5:34 pm, Tue 25 Jul
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5:34 pm, Tue 25 Jul
Why, what dirt do you have on this potato?
9:56 pm, Fri 28 Jul
Are you sure you haven't made a grave error? this potato looks more like Rodney Hyde than Helen Clarke.
smallg (66 )
6:13 pm, Tue 25 Jul
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6:13 pm, Tue 25 Jul
No way man, this potato is 100% Helen Clark.
5:40 pm, Wed 26 Jul
I see the auction doesn't close until Sat, can we be sure that you are able to contain yourself until then?
Could it be that you are simply teasing us all with the croch clenching anticipation of owning our very own Helen, then withdrawing at the last moment? either way I've already had my moment.
jethro14 (93 )
8:30 pm, Tue 25 Jul
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8:30 pm, Tue 25 Jul
I hope you enjoyed your moment, whatever that was (no doubt a lot of crotch clenching was involved). I'm not teasing you or anyone, this hot potato will be delievered to the successful bidder. Clench on buddy.
5:45 pm, Wed 26 Jul
No Peter, but I do happen to have a prune in the cupboard that has shrivled up similar to Winton's face.
7:06 pm, Wed 26 Jul
I wish you the best of luck, this is truly a rare find. I mean, anyone can find a potato that looks like Rodney Hide, but one like Helen is quite an achievement. All the best.
themono (33 )
12:30 am, Wed 26 Jul
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12:30 am, Wed 26 Jul
Thanks, good to get some support. I think this has the potential for big bucks.
5:59 pm, Wed 26 Jul
As far as I know it doesn't talk. Mind you, I did hear some mumblings in the night a wee while ago. I actually thought it might have been the potato but common sense told me otherwise. I went out into the kitchen and lounge and sure enough it was my cat Friggy. Silly thing. So yeah, at the end of the day it can't talk, lie or cheat...it's a potato (mind you a potato that looks a lot like our 'leader').
5:57 pm, Wed 26 Jul
No but I would be happy to carry out an investigation into this, however it would likely be a very costly and time consuming process.
5:02 pm, Fri 28 Jul
On the mantlepiece you say! Shouldn't it be in the 'Cabinet' Or is it due for the sack?
spitfire03 (161 )
4:16 pm, Wed 26 Jul
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4:16 pm, Wed 26 Jul
Commendable, this is one of the better comments made thus far.
7:01 pm, Wed 26 Jul
Hi. I'm not really sure that this is a true likeness - can you guarantee that the potato is rotten to the core? Thanks.
mcnic (212 )
4:32 pm, Wed 26 Jul
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4:32 pm, Wed 26 Jul
No I couldn't sorry, the thought of cutting up this prize makes me squirm. Thanks.
5:52 pm, Wed 26 Jul
I didn't realise Helen was still on the shelf! Not surprised though!
morrie45 (3 
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5:07 pm, Wed 26 Jul
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5:07 pm, Wed 26 Jul
She's not on the shelf, I took her off the shelf.
8:24 pm, Fri 28 Jul
that it is a quote ok I don’t “claim” anything and how are they stupid questions how do you call me stupid when your selling a potato and claiming it looks like Helen Clark
slash_75 (170 )
5:44 pm, Wed 26 Jul
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5:44 pm, Wed 26 Jul
It looks exactly like Helen! Peace brother, I was just pointing out that your questions were answered within my blurb. But if you think it's so stupid why are you showing so much interest? Huh?!
5:50 pm, Wed 26 Jul
oh well how could i not show such interest in this amazing find........
slash_75 (170 )
5:52 pm, Wed 26 Jul
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5:52 pm, Wed 26 Jul
Exactly.
5:53 pm, Wed 26 Jul
that slash guy seems like a dick. nice spud - its already out of my price range but i wish you all the best. let me know if you come across any cumquats of sufficent diameter to fit a fifty cent coin
rob500 (3 )
8:59 pm, Wed 26 Jul
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8:59 pm, Wed 26 Jul
Cumquats are delictable aren't they!! Some friends introduced me to them over the Chinese New Year and I've never looked back. Forget mandarins people, cumquats are the future! They make a superb marmalade.
9:41 pm, Fri 28 Jul
I'm loving this. And I'm with you man... that potato is the spitting image of Helen. Right on.
You could make a lot of money with this unique find!
rach_sells_all (480 )
9:11 pm, Wed 26 Jul
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9:11 pm, Wed 26 Jul
It is an AMAZING likeness isn't it! I think this really has the opportunity for big bucks too. If I had the chance again I would probably have tried putting it up for grabs at a large charity auction event, you know like something hosted by Norm Hewitt, or Judith Dobson, or Stacey Daniels.
11:39 am, Fri 28 Jul
How about some Greens? Does it come with any Greens? A spritely broccoli that resembles, say, Nandor?
feeder (71 )
9:20 pm, Wed 26 Jul
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9:20 pm, Wed 26 Jul
This potato stands alone boyee.
10:11 pm, Fri 28 Jul
What?! This potato is so sweet it may as well be a kumara.
8:41 pm, Fri 28 Jul
are u sure u not someone in the behive trying to make a few bucks for your social club u could eat it or share it with the rest them spud heads
ducky12 (126 )
10:44 am, Thu 27 Jul
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10:44 am, Thu 27 Jul
Mate I'm just a simple guy trying to share something that's brought a smile to my dial with everyone else.
8:27 pm, Fri 28 Jul
As always seems the case, true art is priced out of my reach. However, I have taken the liberty of printing off and framing the main photo. If you turn it upside down, she appears to be smiling. I always wondered what that would look like.
madadam (51 )
12:30 pm, Thu 27 Jul
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12:30 pm, Thu 27 Jul
It's fantastic to hear from someone who appreciates this as much as I do. I too have a framed photo of this on my wall, it's A3 in size. I hope you like the new pics.
8:40 pm, Fri 28 Jul
hope your publishing this into a book once youve sold this amazing find.
highreward (105 )
12:39 pm, Thu 27 Jul
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12:39 pm, Thu 27 Jul
Interestingly enough, there has been an offer from a well known New Zealand cartoonist around the idea of publishing a regular cartoon based on this spud.
11:44 am, Fri 28 Jul
A lot of people have been saying I have no respect for the potato! How can you say that when it's basically a mirror image of Helen?! I am merely trying to share my joy with the world, it was fate that this potato fell into my hands.
11:49 am, Fri 28 Jul
If one were to drill some holes in it, could it be used as a pipe? I want to make pikelets, in the oven.
cpripper (13 )
6:50 pm, Thu 27 Jul
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6:50 pm, Thu 27 Jul
Well potatoes do hold moisture well, so yes you could use it as a pipeline extension if you wanted. Is that the kind of pipe you mean? Is it even possible to make pikelets in the oven? I actually think it would be, if the temperature is high enough. What does that have to do with my hot Helen potato? You're not planning to eat it are you? Pikelets are very nice though.
11:56 am, Fri 28 Jul
Interested in it`s genealogy do you have a family tree.
Is it Mash or Trash!!
Will it shoot or root!!
michell1 (205 )
9:10 pm, Thu 27 Jul
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9:10 pm, Thu 27 Jul
You would have to contact the produce manager at Pak 'n' Save Petone to find out where it came from, he's a great guy, loves his tatties.
8:35 pm, Fri 28 Jul
Seller Comment: As promised the new images have been added. I think this time I've captured the likeness even better than before. Check it out!
10:48 pm, Thu 27 Jul
Are you referring to another auction? Tell me more, I'm interested.
12:00 pm, Fri 28 Jul
Joybells63 shouldn't be grateful to Helen Clark for Labour's "family initiatives". She should be grateful to the people that work hard and/or put their homes and assets at risk in order to make the money that Helen Clark takes off them to give to Joybells 63. Its our money, not Helen Clark's, and Joybells63 shouldn't forget it.
tourleaderdfp (41 )
3:03 pm, Fri 28 Jul
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3:03 pm, Fri 28 Jul
Hey you realise this potato isn't actually Helen Clark right?!
10:07 pm, Fri 28 Jul