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94 days ago

Prime Minister delivering apology

Abuse Enquiry

On Tuesday 12 November, the Prime Minister will deliver a public apology to survivors of abuse in care in Parliament.

You can register your interest to attend the event in Parliament, or if you want to watch it with friends, whānau or a support person you can attend an event at the Due Drops … View more
On Tuesday 12 November, the Prime Minister will deliver a public apology to survivors of abuse in care in Parliament.

You can register your interest to attend the event in Parliament, or if you want to watch it with friends, whānau or a support person you can attend an event at the Due Drops Event Centre in Auckland, Shed 6 in Wellington or the Christchurch Town Hall.

Contact the Crown Response Unit today:
Phone: 0800 717 017 (8:30am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday)
Email: contact@abuseinquiryresponse.govt.nz
Registration closes 4.30pm Monday 30 September.

Accommodation, travel and food costs will be covered. Travel assistance will be provided in forms of air travel, petrol vouchers, gift cards, and train, and bus tickets.
Find out more

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97 days ago

You should be concerned about the IRD giving social media companies our data

Brian from Mount Roskill

The IRD is giving your data to Facebook – taxpayers' data to Facebook, that was the headline yesterday.
We give them our data in trust and confidence. Well, we don't actually, we give them our data because the law says we must file our tax returns and tell them who we are and how much… View more
The IRD is giving your data to Facebook – taxpayers' data to Facebook, that was the headline yesterday.
We give them our data in trust and confidence. Well, we don't actually, we give them our data because the law says we must file our tax returns and tell them who we are and how much we're earning.
But perhaps you assume that the law says that they must keep it to themselves. Not so.
I think this is a scandal.
To be honest when I read the headline, I thought IRD must have been hit by one of those phone scams. You know, they've been cold called by Nigerian prince and handed over our private data.
But no, the RNZ report says they give Facebook and the big tech guys some of our information because it's anonymised. They're calling it hashed. So they can't see who you are when they hand it over.
And it's only for the purposes of IRD placing ads on these platforms like Facebook, et cetera, so don't worry about it.
Sorry, I am worried, and I reckon most Kiwis will hate this.
The reason is pretty simple: it's trust.
Do you trust Facebook? No.
Do you believe they will keep your data secure? No.
Do you believe they won't marry up your private data that our government has just handed them on a silver platter with the profiles they have on you already? No.
No one trusts these guys.
I don't want some government department sending my data to some Silicon Valley server so that some tech guy can bug me with intrusive ads about what undies to buy.
I actually think there's more to this story, and there will be because they have a life of their own. It won't just be the IRD that's doing it. There will be other government departments, there'll be other private data, there'll be more of us affected.
Luxon should get ahead of this and just say let's have some kind of little review because otherwise you're going to get these headlines ticking over and over and over, and I think people will be sick of it.
Also, as citizens, we need to have faith that when we give our data to the government that it is kept secure and safe, and even a perception that it's not is not good enough.
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94 days ago

doors - handles

Ane from Mount Eden

Multiple doors from renovation -12 various
Free to take. Solid.
Handles available.
Mt Eden Village - Valley Road
Collect any Sat or Sun pm or after 4pm Wed or Friday.
0273536670 text only

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94 days ago

Buzzing with Black and Yellow

The Shop Manager from Red Cross Shop Onehunga

Kia Ora Neighbours,

Summer is just around the corner and we are buzzing with excitement!
As the weather warms up, add a splash of yellow to your wardrobes. Add a bit of colour to your corporate or casual wear.
At your local Red Cross shop we’ve got loads of clothes for you to choose from.
Keep … View more
Kia Ora Neighbours,

Summer is just around the corner and we are buzzing with excitement!
As the weather warms up, add a splash of yellow to your wardrobes. Add a bit of colour to your corporate or casual wear.
At your local Red Cross shop we’ve got loads of clothes for you to choose from.
Keep your look fresh, and shop in with us ❤️

We are open everyday Monday to Saturday 9am to 5pm, and Sundays 10am to 5pm

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94 days ago

bed legs.

Carol from Onehunga

Brand new 5cm push in type bed legs. Six in total $30.00 for all.

Price: $30

94 days ago

Gerda Takes On Te Reo Maori!

Logan Campbell Retirement Village

This year Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, Māori Language Week, is being held from September 16 to 23. It’s an important week encouraging all of Aotearoa to use te reo Māori in everyday life. Similarly, Mahuru Māori promotes speaking and celebrating te reo throughout the month of September.

Over … View more
This year Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, Māori Language Week, is being held from September 16 to 23. It’s an important week encouraging all of Aotearoa to use te reo Māori in everyday life. Similarly, Mahuru Māori promotes speaking and celebrating te reo throughout the month of September.

Over the last couple of years, Gerda, a resident at Diana Isaac Village in Christchurch, has grown her Māori vocabulary by attending the virtual monthly te reo Māori classes offered to Ryman residents. This group learning environment is run by Anita Gill from Te Puna Reo Māori, a Māori online learning provider.

Click read more for the full story.

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94 days ago

Donations NEEDED

The Shop Manager from Red Cross Shop Onehunga

Kia Ora Neighbours,

Hope you’ve enjoyed the weekend!
Did you use up the day to declutter? Got some bulky furniture sitting in the garage?
Do you have items you no longer want or need, ready to pass them on?

We are in need of good clean, fit for purpose donations.
We offer free collections.

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Kia Ora Neighbours,

Hope you’ve enjoyed the weekend!
Did you use up the day to declutter? Got some bulky furniture sitting in the garage?
Do you have items you no longer want or need, ready to pass them on?

We are in need of good clean, fit for purpose donations.
We offer free collections.

Please call to discuss 09 622 1565.

101 days ago

Poll: Is it rude to take a full trolley to self-checkout?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Luckily self-checkout is pretty common in supermarkets these days and we generally use it to quickly buy a few things without the long lines. But perhaps it's appropriate to head there with your full trolley to skip the lines?

What are your thoughts? Is that rude?

Share in the comments … View more
Luckily self-checkout is pretty common in supermarkets these days and we generally use it to quickly buy a few things without the long lines. But perhaps it's appropriate to head there with your full trolley to skip the lines?

What are your thoughts? Is that rude?

Share in the comments below if this has ever happened to you.

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Is it rude to take a full trolley to self-checkout?
  • 53.5% Yes!
    53.5% Complete
  • 44% Nah, it's okay
    44% Complete
  • 2.5% Other - I'll share below!
    2.5% Complete
3053 votes
95 days ago

Be vigilant with mail

The Team from New Zealand Police

Police are aware of a recent overseas rise in scams which involve an unexpected package being sent to addresses with a gift and a QR code inside. Police believe this scamming method could find its way to New Zealand and we are urging people to be vigilant.

The gift will have the recipients … View more
Police are aware of a recent overseas rise in scams which involve an unexpected package being sent to addresses with a gift and a QR code inside. Police believe this scamming method could find its way to New Zealand and we are urging people to be vigilant.

The gift will have the recipients address, but not include the sender's information or be from a known retailer. When the recipient opens the package to see what it is and possibly who sent it, there is a QR code to scan to find out who sent the gift.

The QR code allows the offenders to then access any and all data on your phone or device you used to scan the code, including financial information such as your bank account login details, and personal data.

Police are urging anyone who receives one of these gifts not to scan the QR code, the gift can either be kept or discarded, but do not scan the QR code.
Please report information to Police online at www.police.govt.nz... or call Police on 105.

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95 days ago

Belvedere Apartments at The Hill.

Fletcher Living

The Hill is a new community nestled between Remuera and Ellerslie. Where local village life combines with vibrant urban living. A private haven and a connected location. The best of both worlds.

Rising from its elevated position, revealing breathtaking vistas of the Auckland isthmus, Belvedere … View more
The Hill is a new community nestled between Remuera and Ellerslie. Where local village life combines with vibrant urban living. A private haven and a connected location. The best of both worlds.

Rising from its elevated position, revealing breathtaking vistas of the Auckland isthmus, Belvedere at The Hill offers the first opportunity to be part of it.

Elegant architecture with well-appointed spaces by Warren and Mahoney, Belvedere apartments are designed as paragons of high-end living. Generous one, two and three bedroom apartments are selling now.

Visit our Experience Centre
Open 10am - 4pm
7 days a week
99 Ladies Mile, Remuera
Find out more

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96 days ago

Stay sun-safe and well-read this spring

Sunday Star Times

Longer days and warmer weather are fast approaching!

Make the most of your Sundays with a subscription to the Sunday Star-Times. From just $51, enjoy gripping investigations, in-depth analysis, and exclusive subscriber rewards. Plus, for September only, receive a free Antipodes Supernatural … View more
Longer days and warmer weather are fast approaching!

Make the most of your Sundays with a subscription to the Sunday Star-Times. From just $51, enjoy gripping investigations, in-depth analysis, and exclusive subscriber rewards. Plus, for September only, receive a free Antipodes Supernatural SPF50+ Ceramide Silk Facial Sunscreen worth over $60.

Don't miss out on this unbeatable offer—subscribe today! *Print T&Cs apply.
Subscribe now

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96 days ago

Free bee swarm collection

Tim from Onehunga

Kia Ora

Bee swarm season is underway. I’m natural hobbiest urban beekeeper located in Onehunga. If you see a swarm call in the greater Auckland area (city side of the bridge) call Tim on 021753371 and I will be happy to collect it at no cost. 🐝🐝🐝

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102 days ago

House and drive wash plus car groom

Anrudh Ram from Car Care Nz

Get your house washed, driveway cleaned, and car groomed all in one day! Start preparing for all your outdoor activities this summer for as low as $600. Call us to get a quote. Terms and conditions applies

97 days ago

AUCKLAND COUNCIL----Report graffiti vandalism online

Brian from Mount Roskill

Before you start
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The service is available to remove graffiti visible from the road side or footpath.
We remove graffiti from:
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walls
fences
buildings
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Before you start
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The service is available to remove graffiti visible from the road side or footpath.
We remove graffiti from:
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walls
fences
buildings
garage or roller doors
public property owned by us
other highly visible areas.
You can upload a photo of the graffiti vandalism if you have one, to help us locate it.
If the graffiti vandalism is offensive (racist term, foul or obscene language or offensive symbols) or you want it removed within 24 hours, call us on 09 301 0101.
Your privacy
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We will use the information you provide in this form for the purpose of your intended interaction with us, and we may use it for training purposes.
See our privacy policy for more information.
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