Beware, I think I was Scammed - Pt Chev Countdown
... Popped into Countdown Point Chevalier on my way home from work today and as I sat in my car (just parked) I was finishing up a conversation with my partner on the phone (handsfree).
An Indian man, youngish in his 30's, born in Nz I'm guessing... approached me saying that he needed urgent help, he had run out of petrol, no wallet left at work, and he had his partner & three kids in the car. He was panicked, and said he was very embarrassed but could I please help him as the nearby petrol stations wouldn't help him out - he lived in Waimaku and needed to get home.
I said will $5 be enough to get you there, he said ideally $20 would be better....but he would have to ask around to get this....as I had said I didn't have $20 to give him. I found $11 & gave him that. He appeared greatful & offered to give me his personal details.... to pay me back?? I said no, its Okay...
I was fine with this & what I thought was my good deed for the day, right up until I saw his partner counting money & he drove straight past mobil, turned right & from there who knows but certainly not to a nearby petrol station.
Now I feel suspicious & annoyed that I felt sorry for him & what appears to be a scam ☹
Thought I'd put this out there so that you can be aware!
Lest we forget...
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Poll: Does the building consent process need to change?
We definitely need homes that are fit to live in but there are often frustrations when it comes to getting consent to modify your own home.
Do you think changes need made to the current process for building consent? Share your thoughts below.
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91.4% Yes
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8.1% No
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Pt Chevalier Residents Association
Join the new Pt Chevalier Residents’ Association (PCRA) and help make our community an even better place to live.
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Deadline for nominations: 6pm on Sunday 12 May
"Candidates Forum" and inaugural PCRA get-together
Meet the people who want to represent our community, find out more, and sign up as a member of the PCRA.
Date: Sunday 19 May, 3-4pm
Venue: Pt Chev Bowling Club, 25 Dignan St
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