Scam Alert: Cryptocurrency
Financial Markets Authority are warning the community about a new scam where scammers are hacking social media accounts in order to pretend to be a friend and loved one. When impersonating, they use special codes and sophisticated software to manipulate the target's cryptocurrency wallets
How to avoid scams involving hacked social media accounts:
- When approached by your family or friends on social media talking about investment opportunities, be wary.
- Consider contacting the loved one by other means toverify their identity, such as by phone.
- Be careful when anyone or any platform requires advance payments to withdraw funds.
Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
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53.3% Yes
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46.7% No
Stolen car - George st, Mt Eden
My Toyota Corolla was stolen from George st, Mt Eden on Saturday night. A rather undistinguished silver grey station wagon 2007 with a slightly dented right front mudguard and an aluminium checkerplate left rear quarterlight. Any information leading to its recovery appreciated and rewarded. DTC780.
2026 Enrolments now open
2026 Enrolments are now open at Marshall Laing Music School, located in Mt Roskill
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