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1475 days ago

Fraud Awareness Week

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

This Fraud Awareness Week we are encouraging Kiwis to take a moment to stop and think ‘is this for real?’ when contacted unexpectedly and asked for personal info.

New Zealand Police's Financial Intelligence Unit estimates New Zealanders lose $20-30 million annually to scams.

HOW TO AVOID… View more
This Fraud Awareness Week we are encouraging Kiwis to take a moment to stop and think ‘is this for real?’ when contacted unexpectedly and asked for personal info.

New Zealand Police's Financial Intelligence Unit estimates New Zealanders lose $20-30 million annually to scams.

HOW TO AVOID A SCAM:

+ A genuine bank or organisation will never contact you to ask for your PIN, password or to move money to another account.

+ Never click on a link in an unexpected email or text – you could be giving access to your personal and financial details.

+ Always question uninvited approaches in case it is a scam. Instead, contact the company directly using a known email or phone number.

+ Don’t assume an email or phone call is authentic – just because someone knows your basic details (name and address, or mother’s maiden name) it doesn’t mean they are genuine.

+ Don’t be rushed into making a decision or financial transaction on the spot – a genuine bank or trusted organisation would never do this.

+ Listen to your instincts – if something feels wrong then it generally is.

If you believe you are the victim of a scam you can contact Police and report the matter via 105.

For more info on how you can prevent yourself, family and friends from being scammed, visit:

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1475 days ago

Conure Parrot, male, hand reared

Michelle from Highbury - Westbrook

We are looking to re home our Conure (Eggsy) as our circumstances have changed. He is very loving and tame, blows kisses but doesn't talk as yet. 18 months old. Only interested in a person who has experience with parrots. Preferably would like him to be homed with another Conure. He is much … View moreWe are looking to re home our Conure (Eggsy) as our circumstances have changed. He is very loving and tame, blows kisses but doesn't talk as yet. 18 months old. Only interested in a person who has experience with parrots. Preferably would like him to be homed with another Conure. He is much loved so am very picky about who he goes to. Comes with big cage and small cage and food.
Please phone me on 0211016453.

Negotiable

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1481 days ago

First home buyer burned by sunset clause finally secures dream house in Lower Hutt

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

Remember Bailey Ross, the first time buyer who missed out on the property she'd been saving since she was 16 to own because of a sunset clause? Well, great news! She's secured a home in Lower Hutt.
I caught up with Bailey for an episode of First Rung, our podcast for first time buyers. … View more
Remember Bailey Ross, the first time buyer who missed out on the property she'd been saving since she was 16 to own because of a sunset clause? Well, great news! She's secured a home in Lower Hutt.
I caught up with Bailey for an episode of First Rung, our podcast for first time buyers. She ended up giving me a bit of a masterclass in tenacity and not giving up on your home owning dreams.
Find out how Bailey found her first home, and what it means to her after such a big let down.

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1476 days ago

Caught up in Wi-Fi woes?

Jack Matthews from Wise Guys Tech

In 2020, it's more important than ever to be connected in your home, as you never know when another disaster might strike and you need to operate from the comfort of your couch.

Wise Guys is here to help. If you're having Wi-Fi speed issues, connectivity issues, or dead spots around … View more
In 2020, it's more important than ever to be connected in your home, as you never know when another disaster might strike and you need to operate from the comfort of your couch.

Wise Guys is here to help. If you're having Wi-Fi speed issues, connectivity issues, or dead spots around the home, we can fix it all.

Call a Wise Guy today to get all your Wi-Fi woes sorted, for a low cost, with no outrageous cost attached.

1476 days ago

Watch Stuff Circuit’s new documentary, Emma

The Team Reporter from Stuff

At two weeks old, Emma was left at an orphanage in Russia. After three years, Emma was adopted by a New Zealand family and brought here for a new life - but that didn’t work out how it was supposed to. Emma was diagnosed with foetal alcohol syndrome and reactive attachment disorder. Parenting her… View moreAt two weeks old, Emma was left at an orphanage in Russia. After three years, Emma was adopted by a New Zealand family and brought here for a new life - but that didn’t work out how it was supposed to. Emma was diagnosed with foetal alcohol syndrome and reactive attachment disorder. Parenting her became a nightmare, and it ended in tragedy.

Emma has faced more challenges and rejections than most people could cope with. And now, she wants to take on the biggest challenge of her life - finding answers to those most fundamental questions: who am I? Where did I come from?
Watch now

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1478 days ago

Happy Diwali to New Zealand!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Diwali has different meanings worldwide depending where you live but primarily it celebrates the triumph of good over evil. Whether you are celebrating at home by lighting lamps & eating treats, or you are going to a nearby festival, we'd love to hear about your Diwali celebrations. Feel … View moreDiwali has different meanings worldwide depending where you live but primarily it celebrates the triumph of good over evil. Whether you are celebrating at home by lighting lamps & eating treats, or you are going to a nearby festival, we'd love to hear about your Diwali celebrations. Feel free to share your photos and best wishes to your community below.

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1477 days ago

Maintaining your Curtains after Cleaning

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Palmerston North

Keep your newly revived curtains looking fresher for as long as possible with our tips!

Minimise the food sources that encourage mould growth
• Clean soft furnishings regularly according to the manufacturer's instructions. This usually involves a regular light vacuum, with less frequent … View more
Keep your newly revived curtains looking fresher for as long as possible with our tips!

Minimise the food sources that encourage mould growth
• Clean soft furnishings regularly according to the manufacturer's instructions. This usually involves a regular light vacuum, with less frequent dry cleaning or laundering.
• Regularly clean windows and wipe down window surrounds and venetian blinds or shutters with a mild detergent in warm water.
• Consider selecting window coverings manufactured from man-made materials, particularly in damp areas such as the bathroom, kitchen and on south facing windows.

Minimise moisture in your home
• Use lids on pots and pans when cooking.
• Never hang clothes to dry inside and vent your clothes drier to the outside.
• Keep your roof, cladding and guttering in good repair.
• Check that stormwater is being discharged to an appropriate outlet.
• Check plumbing for leaks.
• Replace any unflued gas heaters with flued gas or electric heaters.
• Avoid bringing wet clothes or shoes into your home.

Ventilate your home to reduce moisture build-up in the air
• Open north facing doors and windows when you are home during the day, even during the colder months.
• Use exhaust fans in areas where water vapour is created (e.g. the kitchen and bathroom).
• If all else fails, consider a heat recovery ventilation system to replace stale damp air with fresh air.

Maintain an even inside temperature throughout your home to prevent moist air from condensing onto cold areas like windows
• Insulate ceilings, floors and, where possible, walls.
• Improve the insulative properties of your windows by closing your curtains/blinds as soon as the sun goes down each day.
• Replace any thin or unlined window coverings with quality thermal or lined curtains or roman blinds.
• Fit your curtains or blinds as close to the wall as possible to trap air against the window and take your curtains all the way to the floor to prevent air circulating out from under the curtain
• If you are planning any home renovations, consider upgrading joinery to double glazing or installing a retrofitted secondary glazing.

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1477 days ago

Experience NZ like never before

Stuff Travel

Save up to 25% off 5 / 7 / 9 or 13 day tours of North and South Islands, exclusive to Stuff Travel.

From renowned operator Kirra Tours, these land cruising packages will leave you in awe of New Zealand’s spectacular landscapes, heritage and culture, impressing even the most discerning … View more
Save up to 25% off 5 / 7 / 9 or 13 day tours of North and South Islands, exclusive to Stuff Travel.

From renowned operator Kirra Tours, these land cruising packages will leave you in awe of New Zealand’s spectacular landscapes, heritage and culture, impressing even the most discerning traveller, and creating plenty of memories and stories to share for years to come.

Tours include a private luxury coach, rail tickets, tour guide, some meals and more.

Buy now, book dates later with a NZ based travel concierge.
Find out more

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1477 days ago

Get deck-orating with Resene!

Resene

Get your place in shape for the holidays and summer. One of the easiest jobs to get done quickly is to clean and rejuvenate your deck and outdoor furniture. Simply wash down with Resene Timber and Deck Wash then finish with the Resene Woodsman range of wood stains. Choose from a wide range of … View moreGet your place in shape for the holidays and summer. One of the easiest jobs to get done quickly is to clean and rejuvenate your deck and outdoor furniture. Simply wash down with Resene Timber and Deck Wash then finish with the Resene Woodsman range of wood stains. Choose from a wide range of colours, from traditional wood stains to a beachy whitewashed finish. Or go for the natural look with Resene Furniture and Decking Oil.

If you’re planning on a dark colour, remember to choose a Resene CoolColour version of your colour. This will help to reflect more heat to keep your deck and furniture cooler and more comfortable to walk or sit on.

Visit your local Resene ColorShop and see the huge range of options on their woodcare stand to help you bring out the best in your home.
Find your Resene ColorShop

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1477 days ago

Hi! Welcome to Wise Guys Tech!

Jack Matthews from Wise Guys Tech

To all Palmerston North residents!

Hello! We're Wise Guys Tech. Our mission is to revolutionise the IT scene and make things fairer and easier for all. It all starts here in Palmerston North.

Tech issues are our specialty. This doesn't stop at computers either. We deal with all … View more
To all Palmerston North residents!

Hello! We're Wise Guys Tech. Our mission is to revolutionise the IT scene and make things fairer and easier for all. It all starts here in Palmerston North.

Tech issues are our specialty. This doesn't stop at computers either. We deal with all electronics (phones, tablets, TVs, home audio) to fix or tutor you to make you a total whiz. There is no issue too profound or too simple!

The best part is, our mission is to make it CHEAP and ACCESSIBLE to all! We know our competitors love to charge an arm and a leg, and it's our policy to offer the most affordable prices on the market.

If this sounds like something that interests you, please give us a ring! We operate around the clock, and offer after hours service at no additional cost (because we know what it's like to be busy!)

Call us now on 027 973 9166 to chat with a Wise Guy!

1479 days ago

First Rung: Debt Free Diva saves deposit for first home in 12 months

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

One of the best things about working for homed is all the inspiring people I get to chat to. One of my favs, and the most inspiring was Tracey Hemingway, who as The Debt Free Diva offers advice and guidance on getting your finances under control and working for you.
She knows what she's … View more
One of the best things about working for homed is all the inspiring people I get to chat to. One of my favs, and the most inspiring was Tracey Hemingway, who as The Debt Free Diva offers advice and guidance on getting your finances under control and working for you.
She knows what she's talking about, too. Not only did she smash more than $90k of debt in three years, but in the year since she paid it off, she's saved enough, on top of her Kiwisaver, to pay the deposit on a home of her own.
It wasn't easy, and Tracy would be the first person to tell you that! But it is doable. Check out how, and have a listen to our episode of First Rung about Settlement day, on this link below. It includes some tips from Tracy on setting up a budget to manage your finance when you have a mortgage to pay.

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1478 days ago

Contents for this week (for pick up Thursday 19 November)

Amy Houben from Awapuni Vege Hub

Contents for this week (for pick up Thursday 19 November). Orders close Monday at midnight.

The Whanau Box
The best deal in town! Designed to feed 4 for a week. The Whanau Box will save you the most with the same content as the Kai but with more volume of stables. This week's box includes:
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Contents for this week (for pick up Thursday 19 November). Orders close Monday at midnight.

The Whanau Box
The best deal in town! Designed to feed 4 for a week. The Whanau Box will save you the most with the same content as the Kai but with more volume of stables. This week's box includes:
Broccoli, Cos Lettuce, Tomato, New Season Potato, Telecucumber, Avocado, Cauliflower, Banana, Apple, Mandarin and Mango

The Kai Box
The Kai Box is perfect for the flat or the couple and has a great assortment of fresh fruit and veggies to help you survive the week! This week's box includes: Broccoli, Cos Lettuce ,Tomato , Telecucumber, Cauliflower, New Season Potato, Avocado, Banana, Apple, Mandarin

The GOLD Box
The GOLD Box is perfect for an individual and has a great assortment of fresh fruit and veggies to help you survive the week! This week's box includes: Broccoli, Cos Lettuce, Tomato, Telecucumber, Apples, Mandarin

Find new ordering instructions attatched to this notice, or on our Facebook page 'Awapuni Vege Hub' under the 'About' information.

Upon pick up, you will find your order in one or two coloured tubs.
Please bring you own bags to transfer your produce into to take home.

AWAPUNI VEGE HUB ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS.pdf Download View

1483 days ago

Reno blogging saved one couple $35k... but it didn't come cheap

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

I've always thought of reno blogging as a way to document a difficult process in a fun, relatable way. The benefit? Emotional support and maybe advice from folks following your journey - and maybe a little ego bump from showing off your mad wallpapering skills.
If you're lucky, and good,… View more
I've always thought of reno blogging as a way to document a difficult process in a fun, relatable way. The benefit? Emotional support and maybe advice from folks following your journey - and maybe a little ego bump from showing off your mad wallpapering skills.
If you're lucky, and good, you might be given a couple of cans of paint from your local hardware store, to help you on the way - but that would be the icing on the tip of the social media cake.
Few of us would have the energy or knowhow to turn their reno into a part time side hustle that's both creatively fulfilling, and engaging.
But that's exactly what Moochstyle's Shayden and Georgia Whipps have done - with some pawsome help from their gorgeous dog Frankie. They've been blogging their Christchurch villa reno since they bought their home and Shayden shared their story with us for the final episode of First Rung, our podcast. A first time homeowner and renovator, Shayden is such an inspiring guy to chat with. He makes you want to jump in and give it go. Check out his story and let us know what you think.

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1479 days ago

SEVEN ALL PURPOSE QUALITY PLASTIC GLASSES

Kevin from Milson

These glasses are extremely useful for outdoor social activities or just plainly safe for children to use.
The plastic looks like glass and the base is actually Sherwood Green, and can be screwed off for easy cleaning and storage.
No further use as just too old now for picnics etc.!!!
From a … View more
These glasses are extremely useful for outdoor social activities or just plainly safe for children to use.
The plastic looks like glass and the base is actually Sherwood Green, and can be screwed off for easy cleaning and storage.
No further use as just too old now for picnics etc.!!!
From a smoke free home.

Price: $10

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1479 days ago

SMALL VICTORINOX SWISS ARMY POCKET KNIFE

Kevin from Milson

Great little 8cm approx. Swiss Army Knife with 3 blades.
Has original box and note details.
Was acquired while on a Trafalgar Tour in 2015 to Europe

Price: $10

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