Christmas gift collection for children living with violence
Aviva is collecting gifts for children living with violence.
Please read the below message if you're interested in gifting to another family this Christmas:
The past year has left an impact on our communities that will be felt for years to come.
But you can help, by ensuring a family in your community has a gifts to open on Christmas morning.
Bring a gift to The Loft (Level 1, Eastgate Shopping Centre) by Friday December 11 to support children or families living with violence.
Don't know what to give? Here are some ideas:
New children’s books, games, and toys, new clothes, sports equipment,
presents for older teens, presents for Mum, Dad, or other parental figures, petrol and grocery vouchers, warehouse and mall vouchers, entertainment passes for families.
Gifts must be unwrapped please.
Toy weapons such as nerf guns or water pistols can't be accepted.
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Warnings about scams
This Fraud Awareness Week, we’re reminding everyone to stay sharp and look out for the warning signs of scams to stop them before they start.
Here’s what to watch out for:
🔍 Unrealistic offers or promises of easy money that are too good to be true
🔍 Pressure tactics: Scammers may rush or threaten you to act immediately.
🔍 Requests for personal info: Be cautious if you’re asked for bank details, passwords, or sensitive information.
🔍 Unusual payment methods like gift cards, cryptocurrency, or wire transfers.
🔍 Unverified contacts: Emails, calls, or messages from unknown or suspicious sources.
How to protect yourself:
✅ Stop and think before sharing personal details or making payments.
✅ Don't click on any links until you know that it is safe.
✅ Verify the source: Contact the organisation directly using official channels.
✅ If something’s not right, it's OK to hang up, walk away, ignore it and move on.
If you wish to report a scam, contact Police on 105 or report it online via 105.police.govt.nz/use-105.