Neighbourly data breach Q&As

We have updated our Q&A with some of the more common questions, please check it out here.

317 days ago

SCAM ALERT

Own your Online website is part of the New Zealand government's work to raise understanding of cyber security issues for individuals and businesses, they have shared a message about a new scam that is targeting Kiwis.

Own Your Online say:
We are seeing a significant increase in reporting of ‘Hi Mum’ scams.
A ‘Hi Mum’ scam is a scam where a random message from an unknown number is sent to you claiming to be from a close relative, usually your son or daughter.
The fake relative often claims their phone is broken – which is why they’re contacting you from a different number – and will ask you to do something, sometimes asking you to help them with a payment or to do something by clicking a link.

If you receive one of these, don’t click the links. Try to contact your relative using their normal number which is probably still working.
You can also report these scam messages by forwarding free to Department of Internal Affairs on 7726

Check out Own Your Online scam checklist here.

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22 days ago

Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’

If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.

Premium Business

12 hours ago

January 2026 New Year Specials on Tree, Hedge & Garden work

Shoreside Trees & Gardens Ltd

Hi Neighbours,

Shoreside Trees is offering January 2026 New Year Special discounted prices on tree and hedge work and large garden tidy ups.

Our team has had a small break and we are now ready to get stuck into what we do best – providing top quality arborist and garden services.

If you are lucky enough to still have some time off, why not get in touch with Stu to arrange a one-on-one consultation for any tree or garden needs you have plans for.

Stu has been in the industry for 20+ years and prides himself on offering a prompt and professional service from the initial quote with expert advice to carrying out the work in a timely manner by our experienced arborist and garden crews with emphasis on the final finish to provide a truly top-quality service. Our google reviews speak for themselves!!

You can also enquire over the phone with Stu about our supply of top-quality mulch to nurture your gardens this summer and our firewood available for this coming winter. We have limited stock available on both so give Stu a call directly for pricing.

Please see below for a list of the types of services on offer for you:

Tree Services - Tree removals, Tree pruning, Tree reductions, Trimming & Shaping, View Restoration, Stumpgrinding, Chipping, 24/7 Emergency Storm Damage, Site / Section Clearing

Garden Services - Hedge trimming, Reductions and Shaping, Garden Tidy Ups, Pre-Sale Property Tidy Ups, Rubbish Removal

We would love to hear from you, so please get in touch with Stu to arrange your free quote now.
Call or text: 021 175 8660 Freephone: 0800 920 013 Email: Stu@shoresidetrees.co.nz