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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.
Get ready for some festive bargain-hunting! With 45+ stalls bursting with quality second-hand treasures, you’ll find everything from clothes and toys to books, bikes, buggies, nursery gear, and baby essentials — perfect for Christmas gifting or getting your little ones summer-ready.
Why buy … View moreGet ready for some festive bargain-hunting! With 45+ stalls bursting with quality second-hand treasures, you’ll find everything from clothes and toys to books, bikes, buggies, nursery gear, and baby essentials — perfect for Christmas gifting or getting your little ones summer-ready.
Why buy new when you can shop smart, support local families, and tread lightly on the planet?
Bring your friends, bring the whānau, and enjoy a cheerful morning of sustainable shopping and holiday spirit.
🛍️ When: Saturday, 29 November
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Where: Orewa Community Centre
See you there for a morning full of festive finds and feel-good shopping!
The Press recently featured Rangitoto, and it got the Neighbourly team curious…
We want to know: Which walks in and around Auckland do you think are underrated and worth exploring? 🌿✨
Enterprise Motor Group is thrilled to bring you the MEGA STOCK CLEARANCE SALE! With over 600 vehicles in stock across the group and fresh arrivals daily, your perfect car is waiting. Save up to $3000 or enjoy a cashback — PLUS get a FREE tank of fuel with every purchase until 30 November!
… View moreEnterprise Motor Group is thrilled to bring you the MEGA STOCK CLEARANCE SALE! With over 600 vehicles in stock across the group and fresh arrivals daily, your perfect car is waiting. Save up to $3000 or enjoy a cashback — PLUS get a FREE tank of fuel with every purchase until 30 November!
We’re clearing over 400 cars - all priced to go! Drive away today with $0 deposit finance from just $55 a week.*
From 25 to 27 November, SH20 will be closed in both directions at night-time (10pm to 5am) between Cavendish Drive and Massey Road. This is to allow for the safe installation of a new electronic overheadsign near the Portage Road overbridge
Signposted detours will be in place but expect delays … View moreFrom 25 to 27 November, SH20 will be closed in both directions at night-time (10pm to 5am) between Cavendish Drive and Massey Road. This is to allow for the safe installation of a new electronic overheadsign near the Portage Road overbridge
Signposted detours will be in place but expect delays to your journey.
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.
HOT OFF THE PRESS 🔥
We are excited to announce the release of our new storybook 'Donkey Tails from Highfield'.
Written by Jenny Roberts and beautifully illustrated by Julianne Edwards, this charming children’s storybook features our very own Peter Caccia-Birch and Truffle on the … View moreHOT OFF THE PRESS 🔥
We are excited to announce the release of our new storybook 'Donkey Tails from Highfield'.
Written by Jenny Roberts and beautifully illustrated by Julianne Edwards, this charming children’s storybook features our very own Peter Caccia-Birch and Truffle on the cover. Inside you will find four heartwarming tales inspired by real events at Highfield: Off the Donkey’s Back, Puddles, The Christmas Refusal, and Donkey Day.
Books cost $20 each (+p&p if required).
To find out how you can order your copy, please visit: www.highfielddonkeys.nz...
Get in quick - Limited stock available!
Come along for guided tours, family-friendly activities, and a behind-the-scenes look at our newly renovated centre. Meet the team, learn how we help animals in need, and connect with your local SPCA ??
Book your tour here ? centreopenday.spca.nz...
New to Auckland or know someone that is?
We've launched a new 'Welcome to Auckland' web portal— a helpful and essential guide for anyone making Tāmaki Makaurau their new home.
The portal aims to ease the transition for new residents by acting as a central hub for … View moreNew to Auckland or know someone that is?
We've launched a new 'Welcome to Auckland' web portal— a helpful and essential guide for anyone making Tāmaki Makaurau their new home.
The portal aims to ease the transition for new residents by acting as a central hub for information, community services, and civic participation, ensuring newcomers feel a sense of belonging from day one.
Explore it by clicking on 'Read More'.
Suitable for international pet travel. Extra large 80x60x55
Pick-up in Snells Beach
Since 17 October, Biosecurity New Zealand has found 4 confirmed queen hornets and safely removed their nests. Three were detected in Glenfield and one in Birkdale, about 1.3 km from the initial detection in Glenfield.
Yellow-legged hornets pose a biosecurity risk because of their potential … View moreSince 17 October, Biosecurity New Zealand has found 4 confirmed queen hornets and safely removed their nests. Three were detected in Glenfield and one in Birkdale, about 1.3 km from the initial detection in Glenfield.
Yellow-legged hornets pose a biosecurity risk because of their potential impact on honeybee and wild bee populations.
Members of the public are asked to report any sightings of suspected hornets or nests, but only if they have a specimen, a clear photo of the suspected hornet, or have found a possible hornet nest.
Reports can be made through report.mpi.govt.nz or by calling Biosecurity New Zealand’s exotic pest and disease hotline on 0800 809 966.
🔍 Identifying yellow-legged hornets:
The yellow-legged hornet has distinctive dark legs with bright yellow tips. In contrast, common wasp species in New Zealand, such as the German wasp (Vespula germanica), typically have uniformly yellow or yellow-striped legs.
The yellow-legged hornet is also much larger than honey bees and common wasp species seen in New Zealand.
Got unwanted treasures? Orewa Red Cross is now accepting seasonal clothing, bric-a-brac, DVDs, bestselling books, toys, and homeware.
Have larger items that need collecting? Give us a call on 09-421-0918.
You can also pop into our store at Shop 5, Hilary House, Hilary Square, Orewa—right behind… View moreGot unwanted treasures? Orewa Red Cross is now accepting seasonal clothing, bric-a-brac, DVDs, bestselling books, toys, and homeware.
Have larger items that need collecting? Give us a call on 09-421-0918.
You can also pop into our store at Shop 5, Hilary House, Hilary Square, Orewa—right behind McDonald’s. We’d love to see you
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