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👉 We… View more🧐 If you're wondering what we are all about, let's get into it.
👉 We are a free service - providing free, confidential, independent information and advice. Our skilled, trained volunteers all over the motu are ready to have a kōrero and will take the time to listen.
👉 We help people know and understand their rights and identify a pathway to addressing issues or problems they may face.
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Motorists are advised to expect delays in Glen Innes due to a building fire in Mayfair Place around 7am.
Mayfair Place is cordoned off and emergency services are in attendance.
Taniwha Street and Apirana Avenue are currently closed although motorists can still use the roundabout.
The fire … View moreMotorists are advised to expect delays in Glen Innes due to a building fire in Mayfair Place around 7am.
Mayfair Place is cordoned off and emergency services are in attendance.
Taniwha Street and Apirana Avenue are currently closed although motorists can still use the roundabout.
The fire is contained and there are no reports of injury.
Motorists are advised to expect delays.
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Police can confirm one person has died following a crash on the South-Western Motorway this morning.
The single vehicle crash was reported just before 5am, on northbound lanes near Onehunga.
Sadly, the sole occupant of this vehicle died at the scene.
Earlier closures of northbound lanes have… View morePolice can confirm one person has died following a crash on the South-Western Motorway this morning.
The single vehicle crash was reported just before 5am, on northbound lanes near Onehunga.
Sadly, the sole occupant of this vehicle died at the scene.
Earlier closures of northbound lanes have now lifted, and Police advise motorists to continue to expect delays as earlier backlogs clear.
We appreciate motorists' understanding this morning while emergency services carried out their work.
The Serious Crash Unit examined the scene this morning, and an investigation is underway into this morning's crash on behalf of the Coroner.
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Celebrate Mum in the most delicious way this Mother’s Day at The Terraces! Join us Sunday, 11 May, 10:30 am–2:30 pm for a beautifully curated brunch featuring artisan breads, gourmet dips, fresh seafood, live stations, and decadent desserts. It's the perfect way to show your love and … View moreCelebrate Mum in the most delicious way this Mother’s Day at The Terraces! Join us Sunday, 11 May, 10:30 am–2:30 pm for a beautifully curated brunch featuring artisan breads, gourmet dips, fresh seafood, live stations, and decadent desserts. It's the perfect way to show your love and gratitude. See our full menu online.
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Tell us why your youngster should be the special coin toss guest at the next Blues home game.
The Prize includes:
- Tossing the coin with the referee and team captains.
- x2 Silver Stand tickets so you and your child can … View moreBe in to WIN a once-in-a-lifetime experience for a young Blues fan!
Tell us why your youngster should be the special coin toss guest at the next Blues home game.
The Prize includes:
- Tossing the coin with the referee and team captains.
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- x2 food & beverage vouchers
- x1 goodie bag and blues jersey.
- Visiting the commentary box
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Everyone has at least one world event they’ll never forget. Whether it’s something recent like the pandemic or the passing of the Pope, or something from the past like 9/11 or a World War.
If you're comfortable sharing, let us know where you were when the news broke, and what do you … View moreEveryone has at least one world event they’ll never forget. Whether it’s something recent like the pandemic or the passing of the Pope, or something from the past like 9/11 or a World War.
If you're comfortable sharing, let us know where you were when the news broke, and what do you remember most about that moment?
💸 If you overpaid your bill and your account is in credit, the supplier may refund you. Suppliers’ terms and conditions may include:
👉 the amount your account must be in credit before you can request a refund
👉 a limit on the number of refunds you can request in a 12-month period
👉… View more💸 If you overpaid your bill and your account is in credit, the supplier may refund you. Suppliers’ terms and conditions may include:
👉 the amount your account must be in credit before you can request a refund
👉 a limit on the number of refunds you can request in a 12-month period
👉 the conditions that must be met for a cash refund.
Retailers, businesses, sellers, vendors or organisations have different rules about refunds, so you should check their terms and conditions or speak to someone in their accounts department. If the supplier has to pay a transaction fee to refund you, those fees may be taken out of the amount you get back.
You could also gather all your supporting documents that prove your claim. For example, your bank statement, which highlights the overpayment, relevant invoices or a copy of your credit contract.
ℹ️ For more information on alternatives to receiving cash back or situations where you may not be entitled to a refund, visit: cab.org.nz/article/KB00044622
Original post credit: Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand . cab.org.nz
Kia ora team
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This time, we’ve looked at the … View moreKia ora team
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This time, we’ve looked at the nutrient we should be focusing on as we age (and no, it’s not the carbs v fat debate!) plus some luxury rail travel - with gourmet food.
We also feature a fabulous 80s band, by which we mean the youngest member is 80!
Joanna Davis
Homed Editor
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