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Why not gift them a magazine subscription tailored to their interests? This Christmas, find the perfect gifts at Mags4Gifts! We're offering up to 30% off a wide range of magazines – there’s something for everyone in your whanau!
Whether you’re searching for a thoughtful secret Santa … View moreWhy not gift them a magazine subscription tailored to their interests? This Christmas, find the perfect gifts at Mags4Gifts! We're offering up to 30% off a wide range of magazines – there’s something for everyone in your whanau!
Whether you’re searching for a thoughtful secret Santa gift or something special to put under the tree, we’ve got you covered with a great selection for all interests.
Don’t miss out – shop now at Mags4Gifts.com and enjoy the savings!
⭐ The Joy of Sharing - Reaching out, giving back, and helping others during the holiday season. ⭐
This month we want to challenge Neighbourhood Supporters to come together and share generously from the heart this holiday season. With so much going on at this time of year it’s easy to get … View more⭐ The Joy of Sharing - Reaching out, giving back, and helping others during the holiday season. ⭐
This month we want to challenge Neighbourhood Supporters to come together and share generously from the heart this holiday season. With so much going on at this time of year it’s easy to get caught up in the festivities and forget about others, especially those having a difficult time.
Why not join for free - please click onto: www.whangarei.getsready.net...
Whether it’s an elderly neighbour who lives alone, or a family on your street working hard to make ends meet, reach out to someone who could use a little extra joy in their life and remind them what the holiday spirit is all about!
Other ideas include fundraising for a local charity, doing a food or toy drive, organising a ‘Secret Santa’ gift exchange on your street, giving a present to a neighbour who helped to make your year better, or even host a community Christmas lunch.
Let us know how you’re embracing the joy of sharing by tagging us in your posts!
Have a safe and kind Merry Christmas 2024 from the Whangarei Area Neighbourhood Support.
#joyofsharing #connectedcommunities #decembertheme #NSNZ #neighbourhoodsupport
UVNZ app
Know when to protect your skin using the free UVNZ app
The UV Index (UVI) can guide you on when to use sun protection based on your current location; download the free UVNZ app on your smartphone for when you're on the go.
The app provides forecasts of the UV index (UVI) at … View moreUVNZ app
Know when to protect your skin using the free UVNZ app
The UV Index (UVI) can guide you on when to use sun protection based on your current location; download the free UVNZ app on your smartphone for when you're on the go.
The app provides forecasts of the UV index (UVI) at various locations throughout Aotearoa. If the UVI is 3 or above, your skin can be damaged, so protection is required.
The app uses data from NIWA Taihoro Nukurangi to let you know when you need to use sun protection for your location.
You need to check the UVNZ app even when it's overcast, as UV radiation can still get through cloud. The UVI can still be 3 or over on a cloudy day.
- Download for iOS
- Download for Android
- Features of the app
Tells you the current UV Index (UVI) levels at various locations throughout NZ
Shows how the UVI level can change through the day
Shows how what time of day you need to use sun protection
Can be personalised depending on your skin type and the clothing you are wearing.
So do yourself a favour, take the guesswork out of sun protection and download the UVNZ smartphone app today.
About the UV Index (UVI)
The UV Index gives a measure of the strength of the Sun's rays. When the UVI is 3 or above though the course of any day, we need to be SunSmart and Slip, Slop, Slap and Wrap.
If the UVI is low (1-2), this generally means it’s safe to be outdoors unprotected unless you spend a lot of time outside. UVI levels where sun protection is necessary are: moderate (3–5), high (6–7), very high (8–10) and extreme (11+). During the New Zealand summers, UVI regularly reaches over 12, whereas in much of the winter months UVI is below 3.
Damage to unprotected fair skin can occur in less than 15 minutes when UVI is 12, and within approximately 60 minutes when UVI is 3.
www.sunsmart.org.nz...
With Christmas fast approaching, Police are encouraging people to be aware of online phishing scams.
The holiday season can already be a stressful time, and the last thing you want is to lose large sums of money to a scam.
A phishing scam is an online scam, where the offender pretends to be a … View moreWith Christmas fast approaching, Police are encouraging people to be aware of online phishing scams.
The holiday season can already be a stressful time, and the last thing you want is to lose large sums of money to a scam.
A phishing scam is an online scam, where the offender pretends to be a trustworthy person or organisation to try and get a victim’s personal information.
Police has received a number of phishing scam reports with offenders targeting people who are selling items or services online like Trade Me and Facebook Marketplace.
The offenders pretend to be an interested buyer, and urgently request to buy your product and arrange a courier pickup.
The victim receives a fake courier website link to complete a verification process asking for personal details, like bank account numbers, passwords, and phone numbers.
Once provided these details, the offender uses these to access a victim’s bank account, tricking the victim into proving any multifactor authentication code sent from the victim’s bank.
The money in the victim’s bank account is then taken by the offender once access is gained.
Police are urging members of the public to be cautious, especially when someone in person or online is asking you to give them money or your personal details like bank accounts and passwords.
Never comply with a request asking you to provide or ‘verify’ your online banking details.
Legitimate organisations will never ask you to do this.
If you are unsure if it is real, please contact your bank by the phone number on their official website or go to your nearest branch.
If you receive a courier website link from a potential buyer, this is likely a scam.
Please do not fill out the verification process.
Use the social media/trading platform’s reporting tools to report the scam and the user involved.
You can also make a report to Netsafe at report.netsafe.org.nz.
If you have handed over your online banking details, contact your bank immediately and suspend your account.
If you think you have been scammed (provided your banking details and/or suffered a loss), please gather as much information you can and make a report to Police online through 105.police.govt.nz or call 105.
Get creative by making a gorgeous leaf-printed tablecloth and gift your guests the perfect hand-painted decoration all painted in Resene testpot paint colours.
Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
SATURDAY 7TH DECEMBER 8AM START
FORGET ME NOT ADULT DAY CENTRE (NEXT TO THE WHANGAREI FALLS) 110 Boundary Road , Tikipunga. LOADS OF XMAS PREZZIES, ETC,ETC !!
ENJOY A "COFFEE FOR KOHA " from "Paul's coffee trailer" with all donations to Forget-Me-Not.
Come grab a … View moreSATURDAY 7TH DECEMBER 8AM START
FORGET ME NOT ADULT DAY CENTRE (NEXT TO THE WHANGAREI FALLS) 110 Boundary Road , Tikipunga. LOADS OF XMAS PREZZIES, ETC,ETC !!
ENJOY A "COFFEE FOR KOHA " from "Paul's coffee trailer" with all donations to Forget-Me-Not.
Come grab a bargain and support your local charity !!
See you there !!
This Christmas, make the season truly special with a gift from Showcase Jewellers Kerikeri. From exquisite diamonds to awe inspiring jewellery, fun fashion styles and more, there is something for that special someone in your life!
Visit our friendly team instore today to view the range and … View moreThis Christmas, make the season truly special with a gift from Showcase Jewellers Kerikeri. From exquisite diamonds to awe inspiring jewellery, fun fashion styles and more, there is something for that special someone in your life!
Visit our friendly team instore today to view the range and discover the perfect piece to make Christmas unforgettable.
We all deserve a space where we can truly unwind and recharge, so if you could upgrade ONE thing in your bedroom, what would it be?
Tell us which upgrade would transform your bedroom into the perfect retreat! Drop your answer below and let’s see what everyone’s dreaming of for their sleep … View moreWe all deserve a space where we can truly unwind and recharge, so if you could upgrade ONE thing in your bedroom, what would it be?
Tell us which upgrade would transform your bedroom into the perfect retreat! Drop your answer below and let’s see what everyone’s dreaming of for their sleep haven!
Kmart will be recalling a number of their Anko duvet sets.
What you need to know:
- The recall is involving Christmas-themed duvets: Mrs & Mrs Claus Reversible Queen Size Bed Quilt Cover Set and Christmas Elf Reversible Single Bed Quilt Cover Set
- A … View moreKmart will be recalling a number of their Anko duvet sets.
What you need to know:
- The recall is involving Christmas-themed duvets: Mrs & Mrs Claus Reversible Queen Size Bed Quilt Cover Set and Christmas Elf Reversible Single Bed Quilt Cover Set
- A recall of the products began in Australia following health concerns from several families.
- One woman said she thought she was having a heart attack after using one of the products which smelt of diesel.
- One customer said she’d purchased the quilt covers and said they smelled like gas. Another mum said hers did not have that smell but claimed her son developed a rash that only went away when he stopped using the product.
- The product is no longer available for purchase on the Kmart website.
Regardless of whether you have experienced an issue, customers who have purchased this item may return the product to store for a refund.
🐮🐮🐑 If you see livestock such as cows, sheep, alpacas or other farmed animals wandering on the road, first report it to the police. If the animals are causing an emergency, or will potentially cause an emergency, call 111. If the livestock do not present any immediate risk, you can call … View more🐮🐮🐑 If you see livestock such as cows, sheep, alpacas or other farmed animals wandering on the road, first report it to the police. If the animals are causing an emergency, or will potentially cause an emergency, call 111. If the livestock do not present any immediate risk, you can call *555 from your mobile phone.
If the livestock are on a local road, contact the local council. If the livestock are on a state highway, contact Waka Kotahi on 0800 44 44 49 (0800 4 HIGHWAY).
If someone else’s livestock wander onto your private land, the council is not required to collect or impound the animals, but they may be able to help you locate the owners so the animals can be collected. You have the right to impound stock that wandered onto your property – you can take the animals to the nearest pound or keep them on your property for up to 48 hours before taking them to the pound.
For more information, visit: cab.org.nz/article/KB00001034
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 … View moreSurprise 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.
To celebrate the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, I am excited to announce the launch of two free downloadable children's ebooks: one designed for younger children and another for teens. We recognize the incredible potential of disabled individuals, and these books are part of … View moreTo celebrate the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, I am excited to announce the launch of two free downloadable children's ebooks: one designed for younger children and another for teens. We recognize the incredible potential of disabled individuals, and these books are part of our Boundless Dreams series.
You can download the books for free here: 15 or more titles glenscreativevault.co.nz....
🚗 Free parking till New Year! 🎅 The rooftop of the Central City Car Park Building (vehicle-access from John Street) will be FREE PARKING for up to 3 hours from this Saturday 7 December until New Year's Eve, 2024. Just go up two ramps and you'll usually find spaces available - there … View more🚗 Free parking till New Year! 🎅 The rooftop of the Central City Car Park Building (vehicle-access from John Street) will be FREE PARKING for up to 3 hours from this Saturday 7 December until New Year's Eve, 2024. Just go up two ramps and you'll usually find spaces available - there are more than 100 spaces there.
The building has easy access to the central city, local shopping, entertainment and the Town Basin. The rooftop has stairway access directly from James Street, an elevator, and security cameras.
Pamela, a resident of Bert Sutcliffe Village, has a passion for good food, great company, and exploring new places. A seasoned traveller and cruising enthusiast, Pamela has sailed to numerous destinations, sampling local cuisines along the way.
Closer to home, alongside her son-in-law and … View morePamela, a resident of Bert Sutcliffe Village, has a passion for good food, great company, and exploring new places. A seasoned traveller and cruising enthusiast, Pamela has sailed to numerous destinations, sampling local cuisines along the way.
Closer to home, alongside her son-in-law and daughter, she has discovered a variety of restaurants that showcase the diversity of New Zealand’s culinary scene. Whether you’re planning a road trip, dreaming about your next cruise, or simply searching for a great dining spot, these are Pamela’s top food recommendations to inspire your next adventure.
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If you've decked your halls with all things jolly, we think it deserves to be shown off!
Share a photo of your home in its Christmassy glory and be in to win a spot prize. Some of these entries will be chosen as a finalist for the grand title of NZ's Merriest Home which Neighbourly … View moreIf you've decked your halls with all things jolly, we think it deserves to be shown off!
Share a photo of your home in its Christmassy glory and be in to win a spot prize. Some of these entries will be chosen as a finalist for the grand title of NZ's Merriest Home which Neighbourly members can vote on!
Entries close Sunday, 15th of December so share a photo today 📸
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