🎄💙Do you need help this Christmas?
We know it has been a tough year and it can be scary to ask for help. If you are finding things tough at the moment, know that the Vinnies door is always open and our support services can be accessed safely and confidentially.
The Merry Vinnies Christmas toy shop is opening its doors this December, giving families the opportunity to choose gifts for their children without the cost.
🎁 Who can access this service?
> People living in the Wellington City Council area (if you reside in the Porirua or Hutt Valley area, please contact your local Vinnies or community center).
> Gifts are for children aged 0 - 16 years.
> Parents or primary caregivers of child/ren.
> Community Service cardholders.
🎁 How can I access this service?
Contact the Vinnies team to book a 'shopping slot':
> call, 04 389 7122 or free call 0800 VINNIES.
> email, info@vinnieswgtn.org.nz.
> drop-in, level 1, 207 Riddiford St, Newtown.
Poll: If we want to reduce speeding, what do you think actually changes driver behaviour? 🛻🚨🚓
In the Post's article on speeding penalties, the question is asked whether speeding fines are truly about road safety, or are they just a way to boost revenue for the Crown?
What do you think? Should speeding motorists receive speeding fines or demerit points?
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36.3% The sting of a fine (Money talks!)
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63.7% The threat of demerit points (Nobody wants to lose their license!)
Friends of Karori Cemetery: Upcoming Tours
We have just released
our forward tour schedule through to June, and it's a doozy!
3rd May - Tales From the Vaults
3rd May - Murder & Mayhem
7th June - Accidentally Killed
7th June - First Burials
Tickets are $10 per person. Children under 12 are free. For tour times, more details, and to book your tickets, please visit our ticketing website:
events.humanitix.com...
Image:
Wellington, 1886, Wellington, maker unknown. Gift of Mr. Whitehead, 1956. Te Papa (O.005958/02)
Scam Alert: Bank cold calls
ASB is warning customers about reports of cold calls from scammers claiming to be from ASB. These scammers are trying to obtain personal information, including usernames, dates of birth, and verification codes sent to your mobile phone.
🛡️ The "Caller Check" Test
If you get a call from someone claiming to be from ASB and you’re unsure, just ask them for a Caller Check. You will then be able to verify the call through the app.
Remember, banks will:
❌ Never ask for your banking passwords, PINs, or verification codes
❌ Never need to know your full credit card number – especially the CVC
❌ Never ask you to download software or remotely access your device
❌ Never ask you to purchase gift cards or transfer funds.
If you have received a phone call and think your account has been compromised, call ASB on 0800 ASB FRAUD (0800 272 372), or visit your local branch.
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