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2250 days ago

Whanganui Police appeal for witnesses

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Whanganui Police are appealing for information after a man was assaulted and robbed early Sunday morning. The man was found on Smithfield Road about 2am with serious head and facial injuries.

He was taken to hospital and has since been discharged. Initial enquiries suggest the man was attacked by a group of people who also stole several items from him.

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who has relevant information is urged to contact Detective Greg Gray at Whanganui Police on (06) 215 4138.

Information can also be supplied anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Source: Police website
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2 days ago

Become an SPCA Foster Hero!

The Team from SPCA Whanganui - Centre & Op Shop

Kitten season has arrived, and over the next six months, over 8,000 cats and kittens will come into SPCA’s care. Please help us give these babies the best start in life and sign up to be a foster parent today! It's not just cats and kittens - we are also urgently seeking foster homes for dogs and small animals.

Fostering saves lives and helps these tiny babies grow into healthy, well-adjusted adults, ready for adoption. We cover all training and costs. All you need is time and love to spare!

Sign up today and save a life!

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What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

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6 days ago

Poll: How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

While it is a fun occasion, fireworks on Guy Fawkes Night has caused much conflict over the years, upsetting our pets and disrupting the sleep of neighbours.

How should we celebrate Guy Fawkes Night? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.

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How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?
  • 28.8% With a city-wide public fireworks display
    28.8% Complete
  • 19.9% Small fireworks displays in each community
    19.9% Complete
  • 7.2% Keep it as is
    7.2% Complete
  • 33.7% We shouldn't celebrate it!
    33.7% Complete
  • 9.9% Anything but fireworks
    9.9% Complete
  • 0.5% Other - I'll share below
    0.5% Complete
3604 votes