Two homeless youths on Titirangi-Great North Rd intersection, opposite Bunnings, begging for cash.
Saw them just today as I was on the way to feed a customer's cats out at Laingholm while they were away, very polite, not aggressive or intimidating at all. Two brothers, a 14 year old and his younger brother. I do not give money to beggars but still wanted to help them - I did not have any cash anyway and said so, but wondered if WINZ would help them, the 14-year-old said no they wouldn't because they have no address. And they weren't scruffy, so either they are NOT homeless or they have been kicked out of home fairly recently, I don't know. So anyway when I got home I told Kirsteen about them, she said to ring the police and give a description, age, what they were wearing etc, so I did, as this is the best way to help them, and as the woman who took my call said, it's not safe for them on the streets, and that they would get some officers out to the two boys to see what's going on, get them home or get Oranga Tamariki involved if necessary, etc.....I said I think they are still there, and that I had not seen them in the area long, the one I spoke to said he'd got moved on from Pak N Save for obstruction in a public place, I think I remember him standing just by the road entrance to the Alderman Pak N Save carpark, holding a sign asking for $18.....sigh. =( Heh. =P I hope they get all the help they need, and soon. Because heaven knows anything's better than being on the streets - I hope they get a really good foster home, and into school. That'd be best.
Poll: 🤖 What skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?
The Reserve Bank has shared some pretty blunt advice: there’s no such thing as a “safe” job anymore 🛟😑
Robots are stepping into repetitive roles in factories, plants and warehouses. AI is taking care of the admin tasks that once filled many mid-level office jobs.
We want to know: As the world evolves, what skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?
Want to read more? The Press has you covered!
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54.5% Human-centred experience and communication
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14.6% Critical thinking
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28.6% Resilience and adaptability
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2.3% Other - I will share below!
The latest product recalls
We are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!
Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.
Food and household item recalls:
⚠️Cereulide toxin risk in Nestlé brand Alfamino Infant Formula (0-12 months) recalled due to the possible presence of the toxin cereulide
Nestlé Milo Dipped Snack Bars
BC Hot Water Bottles sold at Bargain Chemist
Product Recalls: Infant care and clothing
Nature Baby Sleeping Gown
Product Recalls: Toys
Sensory Game Controller - sold at Kmart
Product Recalls: Cosmetics
Outside Beauty & Skincare SPF 50+ Mineral Primer (2 batches)
Anessa and Shiseido Anessa sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Biore and Kao Biore sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Kose Sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Mentholatum sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Pigeon sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Rohto sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Product Recalls: Electronics
Harvest Right Freeze Dryer HRFDSBKP-PP sold at Costco
Product Recalls: Other
Michelin X Multi Z and X Line Energy Z, size: 355/50R22.5, load/speed index:156K
UPDATED GASGAS Motorcycles: GASGAS Cross Country and Motocross model motorcycles with BRAKTEC brake system. New VINS added
Check the New Zealand Transport Agency's handy vehicle recall list here.
See past months' recalls. Stay safe, neighbours!
Poll: Should complete designs be shared with the public, or should the community help shape the designs from the start?
The Post recently shared an opinion piece on the Harbour Crossing and why a more democratic approach might be needed 🚗🚲👟
While most decisions sit within the political arena, many organisations—like NZTA—manage long-term projects that go beyond party lines. Politics can sometimes disrupt progress, and the next Harbour Crossing is a big decision that will affect all Aucklanders.
We’d love your thoughts: Should near-complete, shovel-ready designs be shared with the public, or should the community have a hand in shaping the designs from the start?
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80% Community feedback and transparency is needed.
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20% No. This would be impossible in practice.
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