Plan ahead and stay safe on our roads
Police and the NZ Transport Agency are asking everybody traveling these school holidays to plan ahead, take regular breaks, and stay safe on our roads.
During five days over the school holidays last year, 6-10 October 2017, 15 lives were lost on our roads. The total deaths for the whole month was 32. “If the same thing happens this year, we are going to have 32 people die in October. Who is it going to be, you, a member of your family, a friend, or one of your colleagues?” says Sandra Venables, Assistant Commissioner for Road Policing.
NZ Transport Agency acting Director Safety and Environment Lisa Rossiter agrees. “If you’re going away with your family these school holidays, ensure you are well rested before you set off, and ensure your focus is driving safely on the roads.
“Watch your speed and following distances, make sure you’re driving fresh and alert, don’t get distracted by the kids in the back or by your phone, and make sure everyone is wearing their seatbelt"
Read the full message on the NZ Police website here.
Image: Stuff
Poll: Are quality products on the decline?
Gift-giving looks a lot different these days when you can pick up super-cheap goods made overseas. But do they last?
Do you have any old items like appliances, electronics or clothing that have stood the test of time? Share below!
-
91.8% Yes
-
7.3% No
-
0.9% Other - I'll share below
Here for Good Online Auction
$1 reserve Red Cross Here for Good Online Auction!
When: December 4-13, 2024
Where: Trade Me - www.trademe.co.nz...
Why: Bid on amazing items and raise vital funds for vulnerable communities
Our highly anticipated Here for Good Online Auction is back! This is your chance to bid on an incredible
selection of items and experiences starting at $1 reserve, all while making a meaningful humanitarian
impact.
This auction is the perfect opportunity to find that unforgettable holiday gift for even the hardest-to buy-for friends—or to treat yourself!
From stylish Karen Walker sunglasses
chic Yui Me wristlet
thrilling adventures like a V8 muscle car driving experience
bungy jumping
there's something for
everyone. Whether you're into high fashion, heart-pumping activities, or the latest tech, like the iPhone
15 Pro, these exciting options are all up for grabs this holiday season!
Click here www.trademe.co.nz... to visit our Trade Me page and view all listings!
All funds raised contribute to:
• Delivering nutritious hot meals to those in need in our communities.
• Supporting former refugee families as they build new lives in Aotearoa New Zealand.
• Equipping our Disaster Welfare and Support Teams to respond swiftly to emergencies.
Stay tuned to our social media for updates, and please share this incredible opportunity with your
friends and whānau.
Happy bidding and thank you for making a difference
Give the gift of tickets this Christmas!
Surprise your loved ones with tickets for the Heart Foundation Christmas Lottery. It's a gift that could change their lives!
They'll have the chance to win a brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Clarks Beach, Auckland, valued at over $1 million. Plus, there are incredible prizes up for grabs, including international travel.
Tickets are just $15 each, and every purchase supports life-saving research. Get yours online today at heartlottery.org.nz.