Jacqui Hawkins is among the many locals whose sense of calm and wellbeing was shattered by the green sugar cocks: "I don't find anything amusing about it at all. I find it disgusting." The candy was designed for sale in England and mistakenly sent elsewhere.
Penis-shaped pieces of candy shock and offend New Zealanders
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Twitter introduces "hacked materials" warning tag, but you can trick Twitter into adding it to your tweets
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Anytongs can declutter any kitchen by turning your flatware into cooking tongs
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DogTV is the video playmate, babysitter, and therapist your dog needs each day
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