Senior Constable Don Allan's monthly newsletter
Hi Neighbours,
There's lots of info in this newsletter ..... Neighbourhood Support Tamaki Makaurau shares their info on page 11 , w2hat they do, where and how to join. I did it for a few years, it's very rewarding knowing you're helping to keep areas safer. Just the sight of the vehicle may be enough to put a criminal off progressing to commit a crime. You can sign up using the QR code on the page.
There's information on pages 13,14 & 15- Dog safety tips for kids when they see a dog.
There are maps of each of the areas and their incidents coded separately, e.g burglary, theft ex car, theft ex shop( no drugs) unlawful taking/conversion M/V's, Wilful damage.
....... below is the latest - July -Onehunga crime details.....
The streets in Onehunga with multiple incident during July 2024 were:
Grey St (5 incidents) 3 x burgs, 2 x theft ex-car
Arthur St (3 incidents) 1 x burg, 1 x theft ex-car, 1 x stolen
vehicle.
Paihia Rd (3 incidents) 1 x burg, 1 x theft ex-car, 1 x stolen vehicle.
Campbell Rd (3 Incidents) 2 x burgs, 1 x theft ex-car.
Onehunga Mall ( 2 incidents) 1 x burgs, 2 stolen vehicles. Moana Ave (3 incidents) 2 x burgs, 1 x theft ex-car. Quadrant Rd (2 incidents) 1 x burgs, 1 x theft ex-car.
Mt Smart Rd (2 incidents) 1 x theft ex-car.
Neilson St (2 incidents) 2 x burg.
Arthur St (2 incidents) 1 theft ex-car, 1 x stolen vehicle. Symonds St (2 incidents) 1 x burg, 1 stolen vehicle.
There are maps also for incident for July - Hillsborough, Onehunga South and Onehunga, Te Papapa, Oranga. There are incident maps for June - Greenlane, Ellerslie, Royal Oak, Epsom South .
Don has added attachments for CFFC - Money-Mules-Booklet
& CFFC-Little-Book-of-Scams (Fraud) e.g. business email compromise scams, door-to-door scams, romance scams, identity theft, investment scams ..... the list continues . Please read these, KNOWLEDGE IS POWER !
Well... Spring is around the corner so we'll be able to dry out :-)
Stay Safe, Don is always there to help if you have concerns.
He's very approachable and kind.
Regards
Colleen
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Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
An Auckland court has ruled a woman doesn’t have to contribute towards the cost of fixing a driveway she shares with 10 neighbours.
When thinking about fences, driveways or tree felling, for example, do you think all neighbours should have to pay if the improvements directly benefit them?
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81.8% Yes
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15.5% No
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2.7% Other - I'll share below
Poll: When should the tree go up? 🎄
From what we've heard, some Christmas trees are already being assembled and decorated.
What are your thoughts on the best time to get your Christmas tree up?
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4.8% Second half of November
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43.6% 1st December
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17.2% A week before Christmas
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33.3% Whenever you wish
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1.2% Other - I'll share below
Persistence and Attention to Detail (Day 7)
In the serene village of Te Ao Marama, a young Māori student named Aroha was studying engineering at a renowned university in Aotearoa (New Zealand). Aroha was a dedicated learner, carrying with her the aspirations of her whānau (family) and iwi (tribe). She approached her studies with the same principles her tūpuna (ancestors) had lived by: manaakitanga (care and respect for others), kaitiakitanga (guardianship), and a commitment to excellence.
Aroha had consistently achieved high marks in her studies, always earning recognition for her hard work. But when her third-year semester results were published, Aroha was disheartened to see her grades fall to a whakamanawa noa (average pass). One course, in particular, had received unusually low marks, and she couldn’t understand why.
Instead of reacting in frustration, Aroha reflected on the teachings of her kaumātua (elders): "Kia mau ki te tūmanako” — hold on to hope. She sought advice from her peers, who told her to let it go and move forward. They warned her that challenging the system could be risky and might even result in worse outcomes.
Aroha, however, trusted her instincts. She remembered how her tupuna would pause to think carefully before making important decisions. She went to the local marae for karakia (prayer) and spent time in quiet contemplation, asking for guidance. While reflecting, she recalled that during the exam, she had used extra paper to explain her calculations. A thought struck her: what if the additional pages hadn’t been reviewed?
With renewed determination, Aroha submitted a formal request for a recount (re - totaling of her marks). She included a note explaining that she had attached extra pages and asked the examiners to check whether they had been accounted for.
When the recount results came back, her suspicion proved correct—the additional pages containing key parts of her answers had been overlooked. Her recalculated score not only restored her distinction but also placed her among the top students in her class.
Aroha shared the news with her whānau, who celebrated her perseverance. But she also took a moment to thank her professors for their work and acknowledge the importance of the process.
Moral of the Story
This story reflects the principles of whakamanawa (perseverance) and aro nui (attention to detail). Aroha’s success came not only from her hard work but from her willingness to trust her instincts, reflect thoughtfully, and act with respect for the academic system.
Her journey also highlights manaakitanga—the importance of showing gratitude and care for others, even when seeking justice for oneself. For Aroha, her achievement was not just a personal victory but a way to honour her tūpuna and demonstrate how Māori values can guide success in all aspects of life.
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