Does it sound too good to be true? It probably is đĄ
Canterbury Police are reminding the community to be vigilant when it comes to rental scams. Unfortunately, this not a new scam and targets victims through different platforms.
In all instances, the scammers are posing as legitimate landlords or real estate agents. When looking for a rental, make sure an advertised property is legitimate by attending a viewing.
Before giving people money or making an agreement, it is essential you consider:
đ Never transfer money to an individual or organisation that you can't verify as legitimate.
đ A legitimate landlord or real estate agent will have a website, generally a physical address, and you should be able to speak to more than one person from that organisation.
đ If you believe you are being currently targeted by a scam that sounds like this, please end contact immediately and get in touch with Police.
đ Trust your instincts, if it sounds like a scam, it probably is.
đ For further information of how to keep safe online, or to report suspected scams, please go to netsafe.org.nz...
đ You can also find prevention advice at www.police.govt.nz...
Read more about these types of scams here - www.police.govt.nz......
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New Amberley cricket ground gets green light
By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
Amberley is set to get a new cricket ground, despite some community opposition.
The Hurunui District Council approved plans to allow the development of the Amberley Village Green (formerly Eastern Reserve), to the east of the town centre, which will include a cricket ground, at a council meeting on Tuesday, November 26.
Around 120 submissions favoured the development of recreation in the reserve over a cricket ground, during the councilâs recent reserve management plan consultation.
At Tuesdayâs meeting, councillors approved a plan to install an irrigation system, with water sourced from a submersible bore pump.
Staff have been authorised to tender for the development of a playing surface, excluding the wicket block which will be developed by the Amberley Cricket Club.
A pathway around the perimeter of the reserve and public toilets will also be developed.
A cricket ground was first mooted for the reserve a decade ago when the land was set aside by the developer.
A budget of about $900,000 has been set aside, with 90% from development contributions.
An updated concept plan tabled at the meeting makes provision for other sports and activities such as basketball, a scooter track, a playground and car parking.
Several councillors expressed reservations about the proposed size of the cricket ground.
Councillor Garry Jackson said proposed the cricket ground was close to international standard and could be reduced by 20 percent and still be ââappropriate as a village green club cricket groundââ.
While she acknowledged Jacksonâs concerns, councillor Pauline While said the council needed to move forward, and councillor Fiona Harris said the cricket club had been ââpatient for long enoughââ.
Councillor Robbie Bruerton said ââit is being talked about as if it is only going to be used for cricket, but it can by used for any sportââ.
Councillor Vanessa McPherson voted against the proposal as she said the process had been ââundemocraticââ in the beginning.
ââI am concerned there is not enough funds for a decent childrenâs playground. I am angry and frustrated by this. It is so unfair.ââ
Earlier in the meeting Amberley ratepayer John Weyers urged councillors to vote against establishing another cricket ground.
He said cricket is already being played at the Amberley Domain and ââthere is no reason why cricket and football cannot co-existââ.
While there had been a dispute between the cricket and football clubs, he believed it has now been resolved.
ââAmberley is growing and we have an ageing population and a growing number of young families, but we are lacking spaces for recreation.ââ
Councillors noted there has been confusion about the name of the new reserve, between the Village Green and the Eastern Reserve.
Council chief executive Hamish Dobbie said ââVillage Greenââ was the name put forward by the councilâs south ward committee.
Dobbie said the councilâs reserve management plan will be presented to councillors at a future meeting for adoption.
â LDR is local body journalism co-funded by RNZ and NZ On Air.
Toxic algae
We've had early reports of toxic algae in some of our awa/rivers. Unfortunately, dogs like to seek out the algae and eat it, causing serious harm.
We monitor water quality at recreation sitesâŻover summer for toxic algae, however, site assessments are based on the risk to human health. It is not always possible to observe small amounts of toxic algae that could still be dangerous for dogs.
If youâre ever in doubt about the water quality, then keep your dog on a leash and away from the waterâs edge.
It's vital to know what to look for to keep your dogs safe đ www.ecan.govt.nz...
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