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Scams can happen to anyone, especially during Black Friday and Cyber Monday when online shopping increases. Scammers use trust, hope and fear to get money or personal information:
TRUST: Pretending to be a courier, retailer, or bank.
HOPE: Offering fake “too good to miss” deals or miracle … View moreScams can happen to anyone, especially during Black Friday and Cyber Monday when online shopping increases. Scammers use trust, hope and fear to get money or personal information:
TRUST: Pretending to be a courier, retailer, or bank.
HOPE: Offering fake “too good to miss” deals or miracle products.
FEAR: ‘Limited time deals’ messaging, fake ‘missed delivery’ updates
✋ Remember the SCAMS red flags:
Surprise contact
Control or pressure
Access to your device
Money request
Stop and seek support
If you think you’ve been scammed, stop contact, call your bank, and change your passwords.
You might know the city’s streets today, but what about its past? A Kiwi historian has just published a fascinating book exploring Wellington’s Victorian streets.
We’re curious: Do our Wellington neighbours have any favourite historic spots to share? ✨
In every neighbourhood, there’s someone who goes the extra mile, mowing lawns for the elderly, running the kids’ footy team, or simply being the first to lend a hand. These unsung heroes make our communities stronger, kinder, and more connected.
Now’s the time to give them the recognition … View moreIn every neighbourhood, there’s someone who goes the extra mile, mowing lawns for the elderly, running the kids’ footy team, or simply being the first to lend a hand. These unsung heroes make our communities stronger, kinder, and more connected.
Now’s the time to give them the recognition they deserve.
Celebrate your local hero today, whether it’s a teacher, a coach, a caregiver, or the neighbour who’s always there when it counts. We’re shining a light on the everyday legends making a difference in towns, suburbs, and rural corners across Aotearoa.
Let’s make sure even the quietest champions get the loudest applause by sharing our legends on the Neighbourly Noticeboard!
If you get a text asking you to pay a traffic fine, please do not click on the link.
We’re aware of a text scam that includes a link to pay a fine, claiming to be from Police.
❌ Police do not issue speeding fines via text, this text is not from us, please don’t click the link.
We are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!
Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.
Food and household item recalls:
… View moreWe are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!
Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.
Food and household item recalls:
Back Country Cuisine brand Mushroom Bolognaise and Spaghetti Bolognaise
Regal Marlborough King Salmon Dip with Gherkins, Capers & Dil
Golden Island brand Pork Jerky Korean BBQ Recipe
Nothing Naughty brand Premium Pea Protein Natural Caramel
Product Recalls: Infant care and clothing
Crywolf Baby Hooded Towels- Lucky Picnic, Lucky Days, Little Lobsters
Deluxe Adjustable Baby Walker with Push Handle and Stationary Stand- Sold at Baby Way
Product Recalls: Toys
⚠️ Asbestos risk in 14 piece Sand Castle Building Set and Blue, Green and Pink Magic Sand - sold at Kmart
⚠️ Asbestos risk in Educational Colours - Rainbow Sand and Creatistics - Coloured Sand - Various Colours
Magnetic Game- sold on Trade Me by Dealbox and various sellers
Music Cube- sold at Panda Mart
6-Sided Cube Toy- sold at Panda Mart
Rubber Duck Figurines- sold at Timezone
Magnetic Fidget Pens
Rubber Duck- sold at GameOn Arcade
Product Recalls: Cosmetics
People4ocean- SPF 50+ Mineral Bioactive Shield Lightly Tinted Cream
Product Recalls: Electronics
Fantastic Four Illuminated Cups- sold at Hoyts Cinemas New Zealand
Belkin BoostCharge USB-C PD Power Bank 20K
Energizer Hard Case Professional Rechargeable Spotlight, 1000 Lumen
Product Recalls: Other
Trek Precaliber bicycle- sold at various retailers
Check the New Zealand Transport Agency's handy vehicle recall list here.
See past months' recalls. Stay safe, neighbours!
🌿 Air New Zealand reckons the future of air travel lies in AI. To them, AI means boosting efficiency without bumping up prices.
But what do you think? 🤔
Can AI really make flying more personal?
Keen to find out more? 👉 Check out Grant Bradley's piece on the Post
Received this email telling me I’ll lose all my photos because I’m late paying a fee.
Lots of scams about, just giving heads about this one.
Saturday 22nd November, 9.00am to Noon
Tools, Power Tools, Furniture, Kitchenware, Household goods, Sporting, Sawhorses, Camping Stools, Outdoor, Mowers, Gardening, Weedeaters.
Cash and Eftpos.
Old Courthouse, 20 Cork St, Martinborough
The Taste of Wairarapa festival is in full swing, celebrating the flavours and makers of our region with fun events.
One of the highlights, The Runholder Presents: Festival of Wine, Gin, Food & Music, is set to shine this Saturday 15 November! The wines are chilling, the weather’s looking … View moreThe Taste of Wairarapa festival is in full swing, celebrating the flavours and makers of our region with fun events.
One of the highlights, The Runholder Presents: Festival of Wine, Gin, Food & Music, is set to shine this Saturday 15 November! The wines are chilling, the weather’s looking fantastic and they’re gearing up for an afternoon of local wine, gin, gourmet food and incredible live music.
Tickets are limited and selling fast - don’t leave it to the last minute!
It’s going to be an epic afternoon, so gather your mates and secure your spot now.
Having a bit of a pre-Christmas clear out. A selection of Christmas tree ornaments plus some jingle bells (~2.7m long).
Pick-up in Greytown
Clearing out some of our Christmas stuff. This is a large pottery snowman (50cm tall). He's in excellent condition as he gets bubble wrapped every year. His lamp has a tea-light holder which we've never used. Pick-up in Greytown.
Kiwis have always had a soft spot for our animal friends. With so many unique and quirky birds and marine species calling Aotearoa home, it’s only natural that we feel a deep drive to protect them 🐧🦭
These days, we’re getting pretty creative about how we do it too. The latest idea? You… View moreKiwis have always had a soft spot for our animal friends. With so many unique and quirky birds and marine species calling Aotearoa home, it’s only natural that we feel a deep drive to protect them 🐧🦭
These days, we’re getting pretty creative about how we do it too. The latest idea? You can actually buy a symbolic piece of one of New Zealand’s most remote islands as part of the Auckland Island Restoration Project.
If you had a bit of spare cash, would you 'buy' into the project?
And maybe the bigger question — should we be looking at doing the same kind of thing for wildlife refuges on our main islands too?
A number of banks are reporting scam calls where actors are impersonating bank staff and are soliciting information from business customers.
Be cautious of any unexpected contact and only use verified banking channels.
Important security reminder:
⚠️ Your bank will never ask for your … View moreA number of banks are reporting scam calls where actors are impersonating bank staff and are soliciting information from business customers.
Be cautious of any unexpected contact and only use verified banking channels.
Important security reminder:
⚠️ Your bank will never ask for your login details – including your username and passwords – by email or phone.
⚠️ Your bank will never send direct links to log in to online banking platforms via email or SMS.
⚠️ Your bank does not need to know your full credit card number and CVV number (they already know these details!)
⚠️ Your bank will never ask you to download software or remotely access your device.
Paint it Orange - Arthritis - 1st - 29th November 2025
Paint it orange with Resene for Arthritis NZ!
Buy any orange Resene testpot 60 ml at your local Resene owned ColorShop in November and Resene will donate $1 to Arthritis NZ!
The more orange testpots you buy, the more will be donated.
Join us for an evening with legendary broadcaster, Ali Mau.
Ali will pull back the curtain on a life lived publicly – from what it was like to announce the death of Princess Diana with no autocue, calling out Women’s Day magazine, being made redundant five times and why she regrets not … View moreJoin us for an evening with legendary broadcaster, Ali Mau.
Ali will pull back the curtain on a life lived publicly – from what it was like to announce the death of Princess Diana with no autocue, calling out Women’s Day magazine, being made redundant five times and why she regrets not walking out on Paul Henry live on air…
Ali is a woman who has learnt to stand up for herself. Her memoir, No Words for This, is powerful, raw and beautifully written.
It’s one hell of a story, and we think you’ll find her totally inspiring.
Join us at The Royal Hotel, Featherston for what is sure to be a fascinating conversation with fellow journalist, Melody Thomas.
Ali's book, No Words for This, will be available to buy and have signed after the event.
7pm Friday 14th November at The Royal Hotel, Featherston
Tickets from Eventfinda: bit.ly...
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