Yay, School is OUT!
Yay, I am so excited! School is OUT for us! Another year finished and hooray for the holidays! Took a bunch of kids to Flip Out today for a couple of hours and then back to ours for ice cream and popcorn. Flip Out is a great place to go for a special activity. It is a tad expensive, but they have a ball and no screens involved! And it is physically fun for them too.
We went to Kmart via the sushi shop on the way for lunch.
Thanks to the kind person who found one of our phones and handed it in.
As schools break up and kids, parents and teachers get to have a change of pace and have a rest from the books - I am grateful for the good teachers. The ones who actually do call back when they are asked to, the ones who take time to text you when they know you are wondering how your kids are going, the ones who make your kids feel like they are doing well and the ones who treat kids as people and not just 'bodies to boss around'. I am grateful for the other kids who are good value and good fun and support each other and look out for each other. I am grateful for the parents who make a point of communicating with each other and let each other know things.
And now I am so thankful for the holidays!
Happy Holidays to all you parents and caregivers out there, and to all you teachers out there and all those other vital people who work in schools.
Blessings on you all!
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.
Camera footage
Hi does anyone in the Raureka Hastings area have cameras on or facing towards Oliphant road that were operating on 27th Feb that could have captured a black hatchback vehicle between 10.25-10.40am travelling down Oliphant road and running over my friends dog. The vehicle dragged the dog and stopped by the shop and got out to have a look then took off. Any assistance be greatly appreciated. Thanks
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