Pukeiti, New Plymouth

2211 days ago

Do you want to buy a zoo?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Have you ever wanted to own a zoo? Because now is your chance! Taranaki's privately-owned and operated Pouakai Zoo is up for tender.

The current owners say they are selling so new owners can make their mark on the Carrington Rd attraction, which, as well as lions and tigers, … View more
Hi neighbours,

Have you ever wanted to own a zoo? Because now is your chance! Taranaki's privately-owned and operated Pouakai Zoo is up for tender.

The current owners say they are selling so new owners can make their mark on the Carrington Rd attraction, which, as well as lions and tigers, has meerkats, monkeys, goats, and farm animals. To read more, click here.

Have you visited the zoo before? Do your kids love seeing the animals? Let us know your thoughts in the replies.
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2211 days ago

Watch out for this phone scam neighbours!

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Be aware, police have identified a new telephone scam targeting New Zealanders. If you receive an angry call from someone seeking compensation for car damages, hang up. To read more, click here.

What you need to know:
- The call will be from an international number that's … View more
Hi neighbours,

Be aware, police have identified a new telephone scam targeting New Zealanders. If you receive an angry call from someone seeking compensation for car damages, hang up. To read more, click here.

What you need to know:
- The call will be from an international number that's then redirected through a local number.
- The aggressive scammer could be very convincing.
- Upon answering, they demand money for damages from a vehicle collision they claim you were involved in.
- Police are urging people to warn elderly relatives so they do not fall victim to the scam and lose money.
- If you receive a call of this nature, police advise you to hang up immediately.

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2211 days ago

2018 ETC apprentice of the year

Engineering Taranaki

A huge congratulations to all of the 2018 category winners at the ETC Engineering & Electrical Apprenticeship Awards. Taranaki’s Engineering Consortium (ETC) consists of 11 Taranaki businesses who work together to position the region as a centre of exportable engineering innovation and … View moreA huge congratulations to all of the 2018 category winners at the ETC Engineering & Electrical Apprenticeship Awards. Taranaki’s Engineering Consortium (ETC) consists of 11 Taranaki businesses who work together to position the region as a centre of exportable engineering innovation and excellence building on the Taranaki’s world-class firms and dynamic supplier network.

Collectively the group employs over 1000 people, many of whom started their employment journey as apprentices. “The apprentices celebrated at the awards are the future leaders of our industry and our region. They can take real pride in the contribution they have made and will continue to make." Pat Hills, Chair of the Engineering Taranaki Consortium.
Find out more!

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