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Hi neighbours, Uber has announced it will launch it's Jump e-bike rentals in Auckland next year. It's e-scooters also won't hit the street until 2020. Will you try the e-bikes? What about the scooters?
Photo 1: Lou Dixon, Coordinator for Ruapehu Neighbourhood Support, has created this cheery display for the Taumarunui Christmas Tree Festival where agencies are given the chance to educate the public on the work that they do in a fun and festive way.
Photo 2: Papamoa Neighbourhoood Support and … View morePhoto 1: Lou Dixon, Coordinator for Ruapehu Neighbourhood Support, has created this cheery display for the Taumarunui Christmas Tree Festival where agencies are given the chance to educate the public on the work that they do in a fun and festive way.
Photo 2: Papamoa Neighbourhoood Support and Papamoa Community Patrol recently took part in the local Community Christmas parade alongside Inspector Phil Gillbanks, Senior Constable Adrian Oldham and Senior Constable Amanda Pinkerton to spread Christmas cheer and safety messaging in their area.
Retail crime swindles New Zealand businesses of $1 billion in direct losses each year, with The Warehouse now trialling new protective equipment for staff. The major retailer has been trialling different uniforms and personal protective equipment, with staff wearing items such as vests and cameras.… View moreRetail crime swindles New Zealand businesses of $1 billion in direct losses each year, with The Warehouse now trialling new protective equipment for staff. The major retailer has been trialling different uniforms and personal protective equipment, with staff wearing items such as vests and cameras. Additional security had also been hired at some stores to help support staff, said The Warehouse's manager of national loss prevention, Phil Morley.
A customer who visited The Warehouse at Massey's Westgate Shopping Centre alerted the media to the trial after seeing cameras and questioning customer privacy. However, as long as there was signage in-store advising customers about the cameras, it was "absolutely legal", Retail NZ chief executive Greg Harford said. And due to the massive issue around retail crime, cameras were key to catching thieves. "Cameras are a key tool for crime prevention in-store and for the investigation of criminal activity in-store," Harford told. "A particular concern is that criminals are increasingly acting in an aggressive manner that endangers staff, and cameras are key to catching retail criminals." Morley said customers' privacy was something The Warehouse respected but signage was posted in stores stating the use of CCTV cameras. "The safety of our customers and our team members is paramount, and we are always looking at ways to improve our systems and processes." Managing director of First Retail Group Chris Wilkinson told cameras were likely not to be recording customers full-time. "Typically the cameras are only activated when staff are managing a situation, so customers shouldn't be concerned." The retail expert said cameras reduced risk through greater visible measures, kept people safe and limited their burden on the justice system. Elsewhere, retailers in the United Kingdom were even resorting to installing temporary lock-up cells in their stores to discourage thieves, Wilkinson said. He doubted they would be installed in New Zealand because the volumes of theft were far lower here but it highlighted the scale of the issue.
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Kiwis considering stealing from retailers were simply warned to "be prepared to be caught, prosecuted and trespassed", Wilkinson said. "Theft is a big issue, but so is the risk this causes to shop workers as thieves are becoming increasingly brazen in their approach and execution. "Retailers are watching, collaboratively sharing information and determined to reduce shop theft and antisocial behaviour. "From number plate recognition through to tracking suspicious behaviour, these cameras are an increasingly necessary part of keeping public areas safe."
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NZTA is advising of closures for motorway improvements from December 17-21. Work delayed by bad weather will be completed at the next available date. Unless otherwise stated, closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am.
These affect parts of the Northern Motorway (SH1). Southern Motorway (SH1), … View moreNZTA is advising of closures for motorway improvements from December 17-21. Work delayed by bad weather will be completed at the next available date. Unless otherwise stated, closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am.
These affect parts of the Northern Motorway (SH1). Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18). and Southwestern Motorway (SH20). Specific details can be found here.
Please follow the signposted detours.
Brand New Santa costume!! Size - 6 months - 1.5 yr kid.
It is very soft, good quality stuff. Pickup from Hillsborough.
Why wait? Decorate your home with these beautiful Christmas balloons.
Price varies depending on size. Starts from $2 - $4 per piece.
Pickup from Hillsborough.
Kia Ora Community Members,
(I am just sharing something which can benefit you all and believe me most of the people are not aware of this)
(1) if you are someone who is sending money overseas and using Banks (ANZ, BNZ, ASB, Westpac) or services like Wastern Union or MoneyGram etc, you can save … View moreKia Ora Community Members,
(I am just sharing something which can benefit you all and believe me most of the people are not aware of this)
(1) if you are someone who is sending money overseas and using Banks (ANZ, BNZ, ASB, Westpac) or services like Wastern Union or MoneyGram etc, you can save lots of money by using an online service called (TransferWise), it's not a bank but a financial company which has a mission to help people save money with repatriation and international 💰 exchange.
(2) if you are going overseas for traveling, just carry TransferWise debit card and you should be sorted, no need to pay tons of money to currency exchange services. Also you can get best exchange rate and get money instantly from your NZ account into TransferWise and convert it at your will.
Just use their mobile app, which is very hand and you are done :-) Like any other financial services, you will have to do KYC (identity and address verification) before you transfer money.
Here is the link to install app and open your account - transferwise.com...
(I will appreciate if you can use my referral link for sharing this information, if you don't want to use my referral link then also its ok)
Any doubt ? Please feel free to post a question or comment.
- No need to go to bank
- Handy mobile app (for iPhone and Android users)
- Best exchange rate
- Best currency conversion rate
- Track the progress online
- See some examples I have attached from the app.
- If you use referral link above, you can save on fees for the transfer upto 500GBP.
A man was seen rushing into a burning home in the early hours of Tuesday morning to save a dog. Fir…
Check off your Christmas list and enjoy fun for the whole family while shopping the best of the West!
● Take your photo with Santa and tell him what’s on your Christmas list this year.
● Receive a FREE Christmas activity pad with every Santa photo purchased (while stocks last)!
● Meet … View moreCheck off your Christmas list and enjoy fun for the whole family while shopping the best of the West!
● Take your photo with Santa and tell him what’s on your Christmas list this year.
● Receive a FREE Christmas activity pad with every Santa photo purchased (while stocks last)!
● Meet and take your photo with the WestCity Explorers Fern & Nikau.
● Free weekend entertainment including face painting, balloon artist, musical performances and more.
Where: WestCity Waitakere 7 Catherine Street, Henderson, Auckland
Phone: +64 9 978 6700
Do you have a vehicle that is taking up space and becoming an eyesore? At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars. We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!
* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
* Same day removal
* Free … View moreDo you have a vehicle that is taking up space and becoming an eyesore? At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars. We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!
* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
* Same day removal
* Free quotes over the phone
We will beat any prices in the market by 10%.
Support your local business.
Give us a call on ** 0800 50 00 01 ** and we will be happy to have a chat.
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Hi neighbours, a new survey conducted by Countdown shows Kiwis are "pretty relaxed" about Christmas and it doesn't take much preparation.
How much time do you spend preparing for December 25? Let us know in the comments.
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