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There seems to be a scam for every demographic - people with money to invest, shopaholics buying online, online banking customers and new migrants from countries where corruption is rife.
The people who operate scams use increasingly sophisticated ways to defraud you from your money, … View moreScams
There seems to be a scam for every demographic - people with money to invest, shopaholics buying online, online banking customers and new migrants from countries where corruption is rife.
The people who operate scams use increasingly sophisticated ways to defraud you from your money, and are getting better at posing as legitimate organisations when they contact you. This includes developing fake websites and organisation letterheads that look like the real thing.
They rely on common human vulnerabilities, such as:
a belief in the legitimacy of companies and websites
a willingness to trust others
a wish for greater wealth
feeling obliged to follow through with something that was agreed to
not wanting to miss out on products or services that might only be available for a short time.
Your best defence is to educate yourself in the way that fraudsters work. You can find out about the wide range of scams on Consumer Protection’s ScamWatch website.
Some recent scams to be aware of include:
calls targeting migrant communities, claiming to be from Immigration New Zealand. They demand payment (sometimes in the form of iTunes vouchers) on threat of deportation or arrest;
emails claiming to be from a courier company, telling you that you missed a delivery and asking you to provide personal information so that you can retrieve the item.
There's a lot you can do to protect yourself. Below are a few tips:
Government agencies will never call, email or text demanding payment or threatening deportation. Banks will never call or email you to ask for your PIN or Internet banking password.
Salespeople and charity donations collectors will always wear clothing or accessories that identify them as such.
Microsoft is unlikely to call you to offer IT support services over the phone. Your internet provider is not likely to try to fix your internet problem by remotely controlling your computer. If you get an unexpected call with an offer to fix “problems” with your computer over the phone, just hang up.
If a bargain sounds too good to believe, it may be a stolen item – it may not even exist.
Before doing business with an unfamiliar company, do some research on them so you can be sure they are reputable.
Be careful about who you give your personal details to, as someone could use this information to steal your identity.
Check your banking and credit card statements regularly and look out for unexpected or unusual account transactions.
Be suspicious if the person you met online starts talking about their problems and suggesting that only you can help them.
If you didn’t buy a lottery ticket then it’s not possible for you to have won the lottery.
Don’t let anyone pressure you into making a decision quickly, whether it’s about investing, purchasing or donating.
If you receive a suspicious email, letter, fax or phone call, you can check whether it is a known scam. Reported scams are recorded on a number of websites:
The Department of Internal Affairs’ list of reported scams;
On the website of the business or organisation which the scammer wants you to believe they are representing (e.g. Inland Revenue, Immigration New Zealand);
You can also try doing an Internet search on the name of the organisation supposedly contacting you, followed by the word “scam”.
If you suspect it’s a scam but it isn’t listed as a reported scam, you can easily report it (on NetSafe's website, The Orb) so that others don't fall victim to it.
If you believe you have become a victim of a scam, report it to the Police. If you gave out your personal banking details you’ll also need to tell your bank.
www.cab.org.nz...
You might have noticed Neighbourly has been celebrating its third birthday this month! We’re big fans of celebrations - especially when they involve cupcakes. Or giveaways!
Comment below and tell us the best place in your neighbourhood to get a sweet treat, and we’ll shout one lucky … View moreYou might have noticed Neighbourly has been celebrating its third birthday this month! We’re big fans of celebrations - especially when they involve cupcakes. Or giveaways!
Comment below and tell us the best place in your neighbourhood to get a sweet treat, and we’ll shout one lucky Neighbourly member a $50 birthday Prezzy® card!
*T&Cs apply.
Pleasant is our name ... Bingo is our game!
We would love to invite you all to our awesome event to help us raise money to install an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) at our school. We want this to be accessible to all our community outside of school hours.
We have a hilarious night of … View morePleasant is our name ... Bingo is our game!
We would love to invite you all to our awesome event to help us raise money to install an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) at our school. We want this to be accessible to all our community outside of school hours.
We have a hilarious night of comedy, prizes and Bingo lined up with
Ethel and Bethel, the Bingo Babes!
Friday 16th June, 7.00pm. Tickets are $25 and on sale NOW!
Email office@mtpleasant.school.nz or phone 033843994 for more information or to book tickets.
Thank you!
Each year, brave Canterbury students take the stage, putting their improvisation skills to the test.…
A reminder to make your submission to the Port Hills Fires Operational Review by Wednesday 14 June. Please use the form on our website to make a submission
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Hi,have some free agapanthus if you want to dig them out ,bring own tools 0211420596
Tracy-Jane McCutchan always said she wasn't built for speed – until a handbag thief put her to the t…
You probably know Red Cross for our response work immediately after a disaster, but that’s just a small part of what we do. We're out working in the community every day, helping people recover from a disaster, transporting vulnerable people to appointments, delivering Meals on Wheels, … View moreYou probably know Red Cross for our response work immediately after a disaster, but that’s just a small part of what we do. We're out working in the community every day, helping people recover from a disaster, transporting vulnerable people to appointments, delivering Meals on Wheels, helping former refugees resettle and find employment, operating second-hand stores, providing first aid training, and more. Check out our new campaign: ‘Here For Good’!
If anyone is looking for the new Entertainment Book I am selling them for The Neonatal Trust. A charity that helps support families that have a sick/premature baby in the Neonatal Unit. The link to our fundraising is www.entbook.co.nz...
This is a wonderful opportunity to see and to be pampered with these ground breaking products in Christchurch. Free Gift for all guests.
The next generation in skincare science.
Limited space so get your registrations in today to 0800 242 600
If your collection day is Queen’s Birthday Monday 5 June 2017 Kerbside collection will continue as normal.
To ensure collection, put your wheelie bin out by 6am.
Voice of the Martyrs sends out a monthly newsletter free of charge to anyone interested in updates on persecuted minority groups like the Chubok girls of Nigeria captured by the Boko Haram. Persecution of Christians in places like North Korea and Somalia has increased in recent years. Voice of the … View moreVoice of the Martyrs sends out a monthly newsletter free of charge to anyone interested in updates on persecuted minority groups like the Chubok girls of Nigeria captured by the Boko Haram. Persecution of Christians in places like North Korea and Somalia has increased in recent years. Voice of the Martyrs provide assistance to minorities facing hardships because of their faith. For more info: Phone: 03-352-9568 or Email: info@vom.org.nz or visit www.vom.org.nz... . They have a bookstore in your area, too! Visit them today at 1 Waterman place, Ferrymead - opposite Speights Ale House.
We’ve asked Central Ward Councillor Deon Swiggs to show you why paying a visit should be next on your to do list. There are new buildings, new shops, new cafés, new laneways, new courtyards . To take his video tour visit: www.ccc.govt.nz... or click the video below.
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If you travel Sundays on the Blue, Orange or Yellow Lines, Orbiter, 17, 28, 29, 44, 60 or 95 your bus will be detouring around the CBD until 3pm on Sunday 4 June while the Christchurch Marathon is on. You can view specific detours for your route at the link below.
You are warmly invited to join the Sumner Rockers of Ages for a one-hour concert followed by supper. Enjoy contemporary rock songs and songs from around the world in four-part harmony.
Saturday 10th June, 2017. 7.30pm
Sumner Bridge Club, 57 Dryden Street, Sumner
Entry: $10 - includes light … View moreYou are warmly invited to join the Sumner Rockers of Ages for a one-hour concert followed by supper. Enjoy contemporary rock songs and songs from around the world in four-part harmony.
Saturday 10th June, 2017. 7.30pm
Sumner Bridge Club, 57 Dryden Street, Sumner
Entry: $10 - includes light supper afterwards!
Email admin@themuse.org.nz or phone 0800 THE MUSE (0800 843 687) for more information.
The link to the concert on The Muse website is here: www.themuse.org.nz...
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