Buy one, give one for Kiwi families in need
Hi Neighbourly members, we all love a bargain, but buying a gift that really gives back seems like a much better way to kick off the holiday season, don’t you think?
We’re not sure who decided that Black Friday was suddenly a ‘thing’ down in our part of the world, so, as us Kiwis tend to do, we thought we’d put our own spin on it instead. One that is much more focused on community over consumerism, and equally about giving as it is about getting.
Curious?
Kicking off today and running through 'til Monday 2 December, we are doing our annual buy-one-give-one campaign.
That means for every Christmas Gift Box or Christmas Cracker set purchased, we’ll also give one to City Missions and food banks across the country to support families in need. Our aim is to give back to an organisation within the community that each of our customers live in.
The best part? There’s no car park congestion, over-crowded shopping malls or #walmartfights involved. You can shop online from the comfort of your own home, with the knowledge that you’re also doing good for fellow Kiwis in their own community.
You could say that our version of Black Friday is in fact a whole lot more colourful, adding brightness to what might otherwise be a fairly bleak Christmas for many families in New Zealand.
Together, we can make Christmas a bright and tasty time for families in need - and that sounds like a pretty good deal, don’t you think?!
Whether you’re buying for an avid foodie, a wannabe masterchef, a time-poor parent, or a student who needs help to step their signature spag bol up a notch, our Christmas Gift sets are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser, are all gluten-free, with no MSG, and all-natural!
You’ll find more information about Raptor Naturals, our Christmas Gift Boxes and our Christmas Crackers on our website - www.raptornaturals.co.nz
Thanks for your support
Rachael and the Raptor Naturals team
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Guided Walks at Blowhard Bush, Sunday 8th March
Our branch is hosting guided walks at Blowhard Bush on Sunday, 8th March. Bookings are essential - our last guided walk event was fully subscribed.
Blowhard Bush is a special piece of protected native bush surrounded mostly by working plantation forests. Regular predator control is carried out by our branch to protect the native wildlife and to help keep the reserve in it's natural state. This is an opportunity to see unusual rock formations, see and hear a variety of native birds, and come up close to forest giants.
When:
Sunday, 8th March
Times / Bookings:
Morning (short and medium walk options) - 10:15am briefing, preceding a 10:30am start
Afternoon (short and medium walk options) - 1:15pm briefing, preceding a 1:30pm start
Bookings for the guided walks must be made by Thursday, 5th March at the latest - the link to make a booking is at the end of this posting.
If you prefer to walk unguided you are welcome to come at any time.
Duration of walks:
Medium walk option 1.5 hours approx
Short walk option 30 - 45mins approx
Limited numbers:
The guided walks will be limited in numbers. First In, First Served
Children under 14yrs:
Must be accompanied by a responsible adult
Location:
Lawrence Road, Waiwhare - approximately 50km from Hastings or Napier
Directions:
Travel west on Taihape Rd for 44kms, then turn right into Lawrence Rd. Lawrence Rd is about 3 km from the top of the hill. Blowhard Bush is 500m along Lawrence Rd. A map image is included in this posting. Please park on the right side of the road.
Travelling time:
Approximately 1 hour
What to bring:
A picnic lunch to have before or after the walk
Sturdy footwear with grippy soles
Warm clothing - temperature can be cooler than in town
Water
Snacks
Jacket
Sun hat/beanie
Sunscreen
What NOT to bring:
No dogs or other pets are allowed at Blowhard Bush, to ensure the protection of our natives species.
Bookings can be made from the link below:
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Scam Alert: Bank cold calls
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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