Posts by Waikato Local
79 days ago

A development, a storm and a liquidation could leave ratepayers on the hook

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Thames Coromandel ratepayers could end up carrying the can for earthworks at a failed coastal subdivision in Tairua, to the tune of millions.

However, just how much skin the Thames Coromandel District Council has got in the game can’t be confirmed until after the developer finishes liquidation proceedings, now in their final stages.

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More messages from your neighbours
5 days ago

Scam Alert: Bank cold calls

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

ASB is warning customers about reports of cold calls from scammers claiming to be from ASB. These scammers are trying to obtain personal information, including usernames, dates of birth, and verification codes sent to your mobile phone.

🛡️ The "Caller Check" Test
If you get a call from someone claiming to be from ASB and you’re unsure, just ask them for a Caller Check. You will then be able to verify the call through the app.

Remember, banks will:​​
❌ Never ask for your banking passwords, PINs, or verification codes​​
❌ Never need to know your full credit card number – especially the CVC
❌ Never ask you to download software or remotely access your device​​
❌ Never ask you to purchase gift cards or transfer funds.

If you have received a phone call and think your account has been compromised, call ASB on 0800 ASB FRAUD (0800 272 372), or visit your local branch.

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1 hour ago

What do you reckon about this news?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Dave Rennie will be the next All Blacks coach.

New Zealand Rugby confirmed on Wednesday morning that Rennie, 62, had beaten Highlanders coach Jamie Joseph to the job.

What do you reckon about this news? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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2 days ago

Poll: If we want to reduce speeding, what do you think actually changes driver behaviour? 🛻🚨🚓

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In the Post's article on speeding penalties, the question is asked whether speeding fines are truly about road safety, or are they just a way to boost revenue for the Crown?

What do you think? Should speeding motorists receive speeding fines or demerit points?

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If we want to reduce speeding, what do you think actually changes driver behaviour? 🛻🚨🚓
  • 37.2% The sting of a fine (Money talks!)
    37.2% Complete
  • 62.8% The threat of demerit points (Nobody wants to lose their license!)
    62.8% Complete
505 votes