2558 days ago

Calling all horse enthusiasts!

Kate from Volunteer Hutt

We have a great new role available to support people with disabilities while they ride. Prior experience with horses not required! Check out the details below and if you're keen give us a call on 04 566 6786 or send a message here.

- Helper with Horses (REF 198)

This Upper Hutt organisation is looking for volunteers to help children and young adults with disabilities to get out doors on these beautiful animals. You'll be leading the horse or walking with rider while providing physical and moral support. Help with grooming is also needed. Training is on the job and there is even a national training scheme available for people who would like to become instructors. You'll need to have a reasonable level of fitness, be compassionate to the rider's needs and be able to practice common sense around the horses.

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1 hour ago

Poll: If we want to reduce speeding, what do you think actually changes driver behaviour? πŸ›»πŸš¨πŸš“

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? πŸ›»πŸš¨πŸš“
  • 0% The sting of a fine (Money talks!)
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  • 0% The threat of demerit points (Nobody wants to lose their license!)
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7 days ago

Share your favourite main crop potato recipe and win a copy of our mag!

William Hansby Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Love potatoes? We will give away free copies of the May 2026 issue to readers whose potato recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way to enjoy potatoes: mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by March 1, 2026.

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3 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.

πŸ›‘οΈ 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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