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3124 days ago

Picking up a lazyboy chair from Dunedin???Please?

Shirley from Kaiapoi

Im trying to find a courier,or even someone,wanting to earn a wee bit?of cash,thats either coming to CHCH from Dunedin?or planning a trip there and could pickup the chair?
Many thanks HELP

3124 days ago

Do you deserve a FreshChoice Community Fund?

FreshChoice New Zealand

Proudly supporting local New Zealand communities, every FreshChoice store makes regular charitable grants as part of the FreshChoice Community Fund.

If you are a community group such as a club, school or trust, or an individual with a community project underway and just need a hand, you could be… View more
Proudly supporting local New Zealand communities, every FreshChoice store makes regular charitable grants as part of the FreshChoice Community Fund.

If you are a community group such as a club, school or trust, or an individual with a community project underway and just need a hand, you could be chosen as a recipient of a $500 donation!

Bonus tip: Throughout the year there are FreshChoice Community Fund Double Up Months with at least $1,000 per store available.
Apply now

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3126 days ago

Mystical Fair

Lenore from Parklands - Marshlands

Hi I am looking for a group that would like to raise some money by taking part in running a Kitchen for a Mystical Fair

Be available on the following dates and times
15th July 19th Aug 16th Sept 14th Oct 18th Nov 10.00 to 4pm

Tea, Coffee, Hot and Cold Food, Snacks etc

This will be … View more
Hi I am looking for a group that would like to raise some money by taking part in running a Kitchen for a Mystical Fair

Be available on the following dates and times
15th July 19th Aug 16th Sept 14th Oct 18th Nov 10.00 to 4pm

Tea, Coffee, Hot and Cold Food, Snacks etc

This will be held at Waitakiri School Hall.

Contact Lenore for more information.
(03) 3838978

3125 days ago

Kaiapoi Softball Housie Night

Nici from Kaiapoi

Housie on Monday 12th June. At the kaiapoi Golf Club starts at 7pm sharp.

3126 days ago

Look out New Zealand - the Lions are coming!!

New Zealand Police

We want everyone to have an absolute blast while they're here... but most importantly we want everyone to stay safe on our roads. Download the PDF attachment below and share it with your English, Welsh, Scottish and Irish mates. Learn more

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Lions Series Safety Information.pdf Download View

3127 days ago

SCAMS - General Tips

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Scams

There seems to be a scam for every demographic - people with money to invest, shopaholics buying online, online banking customers and new migrants from countries where corruption is rife.

The people who operate scams use increasingly sophisticated ways to defraud you from your money, … View more
Scams

There seems to be a scam for every demographic - people with money to invest, shopaholics buying online, online banking customers and new migrants from countries where corruption is rife.

The people who operate scams use increasingly sophisticated ways to defraud you from your money, and are getting better at posing as legitimate organisations when they contact you. This includes developing fake websites and organisation letterheads that look like the real thing.

They rely on common human vulnerabilities, such as:

a belief in the legitimacy of companies and websites
a willingness to trust others
a wish for greater wealth
feeling obliged to follow through with something that was agreed to
not wanting to miss out on products or services that might only be available for a short time.
Your best defence is to educate yourself in the way that fraudsters work. You can find out about the wide range of scams on Consumer Protection’s ScamWatch website.

Some recent scams to be aware of include:

calls targeting migrant communities, claiming to be from Immigration New Zealand. They demand payment (sometimes in the form of iTunes vouchers) on threat of deportation or arrest;
emails claiming to be from a courier company, telling you that you missed a delivery and asking you to provide personal information so that you can retrieve the item.

There's a lot you can do to protect yourself. Below are a few tips:

Government agencies will never call, email or text demanding payment or threatening deportation. Banks will never call or email you to ask for your PIN or Internet banking password.
Salespeople and charity donations collectors will always wear clothing or accessories that identify them as such.
Microsoft is unlikely to call you to offer IT support services over the phone. Your internet provider is not likely to try to fix your internet problem by remotely controlling your computer. If you get an unexpected call with an offer to fix “problems” with your computer over the phone, just hang up.
If a bargain sounds too good to believe, it may be a stolen item – it may not even exist.
Before doing business with an unfamiliar company, do some research on them so you can be sure they are reputable.
Be careful about who you give your personal details to, as someone could use this information to steal your identity.
Check your banking and credit card statements regularly and look out for unexpected or unusual account transactions.
Be suspicious if the person you met online starts talking about their problems and suggesting that only you can help them.
If you didn’t buy a lottery ticket then it’s not possible for you to have won the lottery.
Don’t let anyone pressure you into making a decision quickly, whether it’s about investing, purchasing or donating.
If you receive a suspicious email, letter, fax or phone call, you can check whether it is a known scam. Reported scams are recorded on a number of websites:

The Department of Internal Affairs’ list of reported scams;
On the website of the business or organisation which the scammer wants you to believe they are representing (e.g. Inland Revenue, Immigration New Zealand);
You can also try doing an Internet search on the name of the organisation supposedly contacting you, followed by the word “scam”.

If you suspect it’s a scam but it isn’t listed as a reported scam, you can easily report it (on NetSafe's website, The Orb) so that others don't fall victim to it.

If you believe you have become a victim of a scam, report it to the Police. If you gave out your personal banking details you’ll also need to tell your bank.

www.cab.org.nz...

3127 days ago

Where's the best place for a sweet treat in your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

You might have noticed Neighbourly has been celebrating its third birthday this month! We’re big fans of celebrations - especially when they involve cupcakes. Or giveaways!

Comment below and tell us the best place in your neighbourhood to get a sweet treat, and we’ll shout one lucky … View more
You might have noticed Neighbourly has been celebrating its third birthday this month! We’re big fans of celebrations - especially when they involve cupcakes. Or giveaways!

Comment below and tell us the best place in your neighbourhood to get a sweet treat, and we’ll shout one lucky Neighbourly member a $50 birthday Prezzy® card!

*T&Cs apply.

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3127 days ago

Garage Sale Saturday 10th June

Barb from Kaiapoi

Meadow Street, Kaiapoi. (Signs will be out in the morning so you know where it is).  Starting at 8am till (around) 1pm. Smaller household items, clothes, kids toys, bric-a-brac, some vintage/retro items including old dolls, some new items. Just a hodge podge of stuff really. Come browse and make … View moreMeadow Street, Kaiapoi. (Signs will be out in the morning so you know where it is).  Starting at 8am till (around) 1pm. Smaller household items, clothes, kids toys, bric-a-brac, some vintage/retro items including old dolls, some new items. Just a hodge podge of stuff really. Come browse and make an offer and maybe you will find a treasure or a bargain! No earlybirds please. Thank you!

Negotiable

3130 days ago

Free quality garden stones

Brian Farrant from 'That Guy' Gardening and Home Services

Free stones, must collect yourself, please call/text or email Brian 0274857373 or farrantb50@gmail.com

Free

3130 days ago

Garage Sale

Gillian from Woodend

Hi one and all having a Garage Sale  21a Kingsbury Ave Rangiora
next Saturday & Sunday 10th & 11th June starting at 9am to 2pm.

Negotiable

3128 days ago

Port Hills Fires Operational Review

Communications Team from Fire and Emergency New Zealand

A reminder to make your submission to the Port Hills Fires Operational Review by Wednesday 14 June. Please use the form on our website to make a submission
www.fire.org.nz...

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3130 days ago

Sheep grazing needed

Rachael from Belfast

Grazing needed for 17 sheep. Anything considered. Responsible tenant appreciated. Please phone or text Rachael 021-168-0330 or ph. (03) 323 6569. Thank you.

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3130 days ago

Brand new Kambrook Microwave oven for sale

Bryce from Kaiapoi

Still in box. Kambrook KM250ltr microwave oven. 10 power settings includes 6 autocook settings. Retails for $350.00.
Phone. (03) 3279599

Price: $300

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