892 days ago

West Auckland scaffolder fighting for his life after high-voltage electric shock

Mildred Armah Reporter from Western Leader

A young father of three has suffered from severe burns, had both his arms amputated, and is now fighting for his life in hospital, after suffering an electric shock on a scaffolding worksite in West Auckland on Tuesday, April 19.

Toni Paikea​, mother to Jahden Nelson, said Nelson was holding a steel pole when it touched low-hanging overhead power lines.

Paikea said her son was electrocuted as he took the entire voltage of that power line. She said he suffered a heart attack on site after electrocution.

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18 minutes ago

Riddle time: Because lawn mowing can wait!

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

George, Helen, and Steve are drinking coffee. Bert, Karen, and Dave are drinking soft drinks.

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13 hours ago

Poll: Is dumping an issue in your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There's nothing worse than strolling around the streets in your neighbourhood and seeing dumped rubbish.

Have you noticed this in your area? What could we do to combat this around the country?

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Is dumping an issue in your neighbourhood?
  • 41.7% Yes, I've seen some illegal dumping
    41.7% Complete
  • 57.5% No, our neighbourhood is pretty good
    57.5% Complete
  • 0.8% Other - I'll share below
    0.8% Complete
398 votes
3 days ago

Be Loved this Spring! Reduced fee dog adoptions at SPCA start today

The Team from SPCA Auckland - Centres & Op Shops

From 5-20 October only, SPCA dog and puppy adoption fees are 25% off. Plus, every dog adopter gets a free Simparica Trio flea, tick & worm treatment, and discount voucher.

We have more than 300 adoption-ready dogs and puppies nationwide, waiting for their happy forever after.

Visit www.spca.nz... to start your journey together.