Family Violence and Sexual Violence Prevention
As we adjust to life in Alert Level 4 we know this is a time of great uncertainty and we may experience a range of emotions through this time. Family Violence and Sexual Violence can happen or, may already be happening.
Help is available if this is happening to you, or someone you know.
Everyone deserves to feel safe at home.
● It is okay to ask for help if you or someone else is in danger.
● If you think someone could be harmed or may harm themselves, call the Police on
111, even if you’re not sure.
● If you think you may use violence seek help from one of the Helpline numbers
● Talk to friends, whānau and neighbours if you need support, or to see if they need
help. Use social media to keep in touch and check-in with each other.
The following helplines continue to be available for people needing help:
Local, concern/support/advice: CAPS Hauraki – 07 868 8644
Rape Crisis --- 0800 88 33 00
Women's Refuge --- 0800 733 843
Shine domestic abuse services free call --- 0508 744 633 (9am to 11pm)
Hey Bro Helpline – For men who feel they`re going to harm a loved one or whanau member. --- 0800 HeyBro (439 276)
Poll: Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?
With the government cracking down on gangs, it is now illegal for gang members to display their insignia in public places whether through clothing or their property.
This means arrests can be made if these patches are worn in places like restaurants, shops, on public transport or ferries, and on airplanes. Arrests were made recently at a funeral.
Do you think this ban is reasonable?
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76.9% Yes
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22.2% No
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1% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.
Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
An Auckland court has ruled a woman doesn’t have to contribute towards the cost of fixing a driveway she shares with 10 neighbours.
When thinking about fences, driveways or tree felling, for example, do you think all neighbours should have to pay if the improvements directly benefit them?
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82.1% Yes
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15.1% No
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2.8% Other - I'll share below
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