![](https://cdn.neighbourly.co.nz/images/cache/user_profile_page_picture/profile/669d97a7d39583.99400925.jpeg?170410)
Message from Constable Don Allan & NZ PoliceCrime Alert
Hi All,
Over the last week Police have seen a huge increase in reported burglaries in Onehunga. It is important that local residents are made aware in order that an increase in vigilance be taken.
These offences have occurred near Trafalgar St, Inkerman St and Mt Smart Rd areas. Police believe that many of these burglaries are linked to the same offender due to close proximity and timings of incidents.
As a result of this crime spree we are increasing bail checks on local known offenders to ensure compliance with court and police bail restrictions. Police have also been tasked with increasing patrols in the hot spot areas.
At this stage we do not have any nominated suspects.
Earlier this week a burglary occurred on Symonds Street Onehunga. The suspect approached a residents address where they rang the doorbell to check if anyone was home. This particular address had a doorbell camera which obtained an image of a suspect believe to have committed a burglary on Symonds St, Onehunga. Refer to pic #1 on the attached crime alert.
If you have any information in relation to a crime and wish to remain anonymous, you can report information confidentially on 0800 555111 (crime stoppers)
![](https://cdn.neighbourly.co.nz/images/cache/user_profile_profile_picture/organisation/5431e2f56f6da0.99048672.png?170410)
LIVE Q&A: Financial well-being with Cat Rikihana
Today (Wednesday) we're having another Neighbourly Q&A session. This time with Cat Rikihana who is a financial mentor, educator and financial capability practitioner at Financial Freedom Trust in the Manawatū.
Cat Rikihana (Ngai Tahu) like many financial mentors around Aotearoa, works with individuals, groups and whānau to successfully navigate financial stress and hardship. Mentors work alongside whānau to increase confidence and skills in personal money management and advocate with and for clients. Cat enjoys delivering online and face-to-face workshops which provide opportunities to normalise money conversations and encourages people to make time to consider their financial well-being.
Cat is also an independent financial well-being coach, educator and indigenous life coach at Restore Wellness Network. She is a published writer and currently in the process of writing her first non-fiction book: 'A financial self-care guide for women in Aotearoa.'
She'd love to answer any questions you may have around your budgeting and spending habits, strategies for saving, retirement planning and debt. (Don't be shy, but be mindful about what you disclose!)
↓ Share your questions now and Cat will reply to your comment below ↓
![Image](https://cdn.neighbourly.co.nz/images/cache/message_max_size/message_images/66cfa2bf5e9430.63639192.png?170410)
![](https://cdn.neighbourly.co.nz/images/cache/user_profile_profile_picture/organisation/64a21f0f4f0f50.55185956.png?170410)
Can you outsmart your neighbours with this riddle?
The more you take away from me, the larger I become. What am I?
Do you think you know the answer to our daily riddle? Don't spoil it for your neighbours! Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm.
Want to stop seeing riddles in your newsfeed? No worries! Simply head here and click once on the Following button.
![Image](https://cdn.neighbourly.co.nz/images/cache/message_max_size/message_images/66c69431efef27.78448979.png?170410)
![](https://cdn.neighbourly.co.nz/images/cache/user_profile_profile_picture/attachments/66d7cd87b3b987.00921833.jpeg?170410)
Spring Clean!!! Water Blasting Services Tailored For Your Property!
As spring approaches, it’s the perfect time to revitalise your home’s exterior with SPW’s professional water blasting services! At SPW, we specialise in deep cleaning your property, removing dirt, grime, mould & everything in between to restore its pristine condition. A thorough exterior clean doesn’t just enhance your home’s curb appeal—it also creates a healthier living environment by eliminating allergens and potential hazards. Make your property shine and enjoy a safer, more inviting home this season. Contact SPW today to book your spring cleaning and see the difference a sparkling clean exterior can make!
![Image](https://cdn.neighbourly.co.nz/images/cache/message_max_size/message_images/66da358e30cb11.10542583.jpeg?170410)