420 days ago

Where is Dylan Barford? Family plead for help in finding missing man

Melanie Earley Reporter from Western Leader

Kia ora neighbours, a man matching the description of Dylan Barford, who has been missing in West Auckland since the weekend, was captured on CCTV shortly before his disappearance.

CCTV footage captured on Saturday at around 11.40pm shows a man matching the description of Barford, a 34-year-old dad, walking up Don Buck Rd toward Red Hills Rd, past Massey High School.

He was last seen wearing a black jacket and Adidas tear-away track pants. His family said he may also be wearing a grey hat.

Anyone who knows where Barford is, or has information on his whereabouts, is urged to contact police on 105, referencing case file number 230924/2185. Information could also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

Read the full story at the link below.

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13 hours ago

Neighbourhood Challenge: Who Can Crack This One?

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

This belongs to you, but everyone else uses it.

Do you think you know the answer to our daily riddle? Don't spoil it for your neighbours! Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm.

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3 days ago

What's your favourite tomato recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our February 2025 issue.

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35 minutes ago

Warnings about scams

The Team from New Zealand Police

This Fraud Awareness Week, we’re reminding everyone to stay sharp and look out for the warning signs of scams to stop them before they start.

Here’s what to watch out for:
🔍 Unrealistic offers or promises of easy money that are too good to be true
🔍 Pressure tactics: Scammers may rush or threaten you to act immediately.
🔍 Requests for personal info: Be cautious if you’re asked for bank details, passwords, or sensitive information.
🔍 Unusual payment methods like gift cards, cryptocurrency, or wire transfers.
🔍 Unverified contacts: Emails, calls, or messages from unknown or suspicious sources.

How to protect yourself:
✅ Stop and think before sharing personal details or making payments.
✅ Don't click on any links until you know that it is safe.
✅ Verify the source: Contact the organisation directly using official channels.
✅ If something’s not right, it's OK to hang up, walk away, ignore it and move on.

If you wish to report a scam, contact Police on 105 or report it online via 105.police.govt.nz/use-105.

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