972 days ago

Elderly woman attacked and robbed in Beach Haven - Police appeal

Melanie Earley Reporter from North Shore Times

EDIT: The two people have now been identified and police are making inquiries.

Kia ora neighbours, an elderly woman was assaulted and robbed in Beach Haven, sparking police to ask for help in identifying two people.

On August 14, a 78-year-old woman boarded a bus from Birkenhead shops to Beach Haven, before she was followed and attacked.

A man and woman assaulted the elderly person and took a number of items including her handbag.

If you recognise the man and woman call 105 quoting file number 210814/6315 or email Detective Senior Sergeant Mark Renfree at mark.renfree@police.govt.nz

Alternatively, call Crime Stoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Read the full story below.

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3 days ago

Poll: Does the building consent process need to change?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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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7 hours ago

Lest we forget...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

On this ANZAC Day, let's take a moment to remember and honor the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.

Tell us who are you honouring today. Whether it's a story from the battlefield or a memory of a family member who fought in the war, we'd love you to share your stories below.

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7 hours ago

Cash for your wrecked and water damaged car!

AAA Auto Parts

Hi neighbours,

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
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* 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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