A time to be vigilant
It's tax return time. Scammers are impersonating Inland Revenue (IR) - and even the Police to steal personal information and money.
They may contact you by email, text, or phone, claiming:
๐น You're owed a tax refund and must provide your bank details to receive it.
๐น You owe tax and need to pay immediately to avoid legal trouble.
How to stay safe:
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Donโt click on links in emails or texts - log in to your myIR account directly.
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Check the sender - official IRD emails always end in @ird.govt.nz.
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Be cautious with texts - IRD only sends messages from four-digit codes, not
regular phone numbers.
Learn more about protecting yourself from tax scams:
netsafe.org.nz...
Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? โ๏ธ๐ฅ
Thereโs growing debate about whether New Zealandโs extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.
Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now itโs your turn. Whatโs your take? ๐ค
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73% We work hard, we deserve a break!
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17% Hmm, maybe?
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10% Yes!
Some Choice News!
Many New Zealand gardens arenโt seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days โ the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, whoโs made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.
Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?
Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!
Glen Eden Community Market - 20 December 2025 9am - 12pm
๐ Glen Eden Community Market โ Saturday 20th December! ๐
๐ 9amโ12pm | Glen Eden Community House
Join us for our final market of the year โ a festive morning full of fun, learning, and community spirit!
๐ 20 Car Boot Stalls โ Treasure hunting, bargains & local goodies
๐ Fire Truck Visit @ 10am โ Meet our local heroes
๐ฆ Water Balloon Fight โ Splash into summer fun
๐ DIY Christmas Coasters & Crackers โ Get crafty and festive
๐ญ Sausage Sizzle โ Grab a tasty bite and support local
โค๏ธ Hato Hone | St John CPR Demos โ Learn life-saving skills
๐ฉ Popcorn the Clown Magic Show @ 11am โ Laughs, tricks & magical fun!
Free entry โ bring your whฤnau, friends, and festive spirit! We appreciate your support!
๐ Parking Info:
All on-site parking is taken up by the market. Please park on Pisces Road, Solar Road, Kamara Road, or Capricorn Place and walk into the park. There is walkway access from Solar Road.
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