Scam Alert: Fake political endorsement of investment scams
Images and deepfake videos of New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and Elon Musk are used to send people to fake online news stories promoting investment scams.
Examples of fake news stories include:
• Claims that New Zealanders will receive “income” or “dividend” payments from Inland Revenue Department (IRD). The IRD has confirmed these claims are false. There is no pool of tax funds becoming available for distribution to New Zealanders.
• Claims that pension payments have been cancelled. These stories are designed to promote fear about the stability of New Zealand’s superannuation system.
• Claims that the government has significantly lowered the retirement age.
• Claims that the government or politicians are endorsing specific investment opportunities for New Zealanders.
More information can be found here.
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
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Poll: Is it ok to regift something that you have been given?
🎁 Holiday Gift Chat!
Do you ever regift?
What’s your take on asking for a receipt if a gift doesn’t fit?
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78.2% Yes! It's better to regift what I don't need
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21.8% No. It's the thought and effort that matters
Speed limits around NaeNae
Hi Neighbors, Just a heads up, I have just received a $170 fine for driving at 50km on Rata Street Naenae on a SUNDAY Morning. I wrote to NZTA pointing out and sending in a photo of sign stating that it was 30km on school days between those hours, but they said that the whole of Rata Street and some surrounding streets are 30km 24/7 and have been for over a year. Did I miss this been advised by council? Always good to be informed. Merry Christmas to all
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