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We've pulled four names this week of members across the country. The winners of the $100 Mitre10 cards are:
Cynthia Chozas from Botany Downs
Mabel Dawson from Stratford
Michael Pascoe from Amberley
… View moreWe've pulled four names this week of members across the country. The winners of the $100 Mitre10 cards are:
Cynthia Chozas from Botany Downs
Mabel Dawson from Stratford
Michael Pascoe from Amberley
Sarah Gebhard from Nelson
Winners can get in touch here or by emailing helpdesk@neighbourly.co.nz before 25th June.
All women in the area are invited to join the BPW Franklin members for Candle lighting, when they remember other women around the world doing the same ceremony.
Enjoy the inspirational speaker Grace Payne a special Olympics athlete.
GUEST SPEAKER AT BPW FRANKLIN INC. CANDLE LIGHTING DINNER … View moreAll women in the area are invited to join the BPW Franklin members for Candle lighting, when they remember other women around the world doing the same ceremony.
Enjoy the inspirational speaker Grace Payne a special Olympics athlete.
GUEST SPEAKER AT BPW FRANKLIN INC. CANDLE LIGHTING DINNER MEETING
AT THE PUKEKOHE COSMOPOLITAN CLUB WEDNESDAY 26 JUNE, 6.30 FOR 7pm Start
REGISTRATION REQUIRED PREPAID DINNER $35 pp
CONTACT: secretary@bpwfranklin.org.nz for more information
or visit website www.bpwfranklin.org.nz...
GRACE PAYNE
Special Olympics New Zealand athlete leader Grace has been recognised for her tireless advocacy work for people with intellectual disabilities at the 2022 Global Youth Summit. The 23-year-old from Waiuku was born with autism and has been an inspirational athlete leader across Aotearoa and abroad.
Each week, nominations on Neighbourly get turned into a Stuff story and we are always on the lookout for amazing neighbours who deserve to be recognised.
It could be someone who helped you when you were in a tight spot, a local who goes above and beyond for the community or just a neighbour who … View moreEach week, nominations on Neighbourly get turned into a Stuff story and we are always on the lookout for amazing neighbours who deserve to be recognised.
It could be someone who helped you when you were in a tight spot, a local who goes above and beyond for the community or just a neighbour who checks in on you.
Nominate your 'Nice Neighbour' by clicking here.
Got items to get rid of? We'll collect them right from your property and do our best to keep them out of landfills. Book your inorganics collection by clicking "read more"
**CHEER UP SALE FOR MONDAY AND TUESDAYππππππππππ―π²π²β¬
WE HAVE SLASHED 50% OFF OUR MOST POPULAR LINES FOR THIS MONDAY AND TUESDAY -πππ―βπ²β¬ππ
ALL WALL ART AND PICTURES π²π²β¬β¬ππ
ALL TIN SIGNS π²π²β¬β¬ππ
ALL … View more**CHEER UP SALE FOR MONDAY AND TUESDAYππππππππππ―π²π²β¬
WE HAVE SLASHED 50% OFF OUR MOST POPULAR LINES FOR THIS MONDAY AND TUESDAY -πππ―βπ²β¬ππ
ALL WALL ART AND PICTURES π²π²β¬β¬ππ
ALL TIN SIGNS π²π²β¬β¬ππ
ALL GARDENERS GIFTS π²π²β¬β¬ππ
ALL BEANIE BABIES TOYS π²π²β¬β¬ππ
ALL 2ND HAND FURNITURE π²π²β¬β¬ππ
ALL CROCKERY AND HOMEWARES π²π²β¬β¬ππ
BE QUICK - SOME LINES ARE LIMITED πββοΈπββοΈπββοΈπββοΈππππ
PUKEKOHE TRADERS - 33 NELSON ST PUKEKOHE**
Shifted house,so this lovely painting,in wooden frame (professionally framed) is available. $ 30ono Ph or txt Annette 0212025185
Donβt miss out! For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in beautiful Papamoa, worth just over $1.1 million.
Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by … View moreDonβt miss out! For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in beautiful Papamoa, worth just over $1.1 million.
Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new owners.
Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it! Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz.
Has anyone seen my Onyx
He left home from Pollok area on the 1st June and hasn't returned
Black Male Around 3 yrs
Desexed
Microchipped with Pukekohe Vet Centre
Has a little white on his chest
Green Eyes
His tail has slight stripes through it in the light
Can you please check properties and in… View moreHas anyone seen my Onyx
He left home from Pollok area on the 1st June and hasn't returned
Black Male Around 3 yrs
Desexed
Microchipped with Pukekohe Vet Centre
Has a little white on his chest
Green Eyes
His tail has slight stripes through it in the light
Can you please check properties and in Sheds he very shy and may come to you if enticed with food
Any sightings please txt me on 02108062928
Miss him like crazy he eats with is paws sometimes
**OUR KING'S BIRTHDAY SPECIALS ARE STILL ONGOING - OUR SUPPLIERS HAVE SAID TO KEEP THE PRICES LOW AND MEET THE MARKETπ―π―π―π²π²π²β¬β¬β¬ππβ
THESE ARE OUR LOWEST PRICES ON NEW LOUNGE SUITES SINCE WE OPENED ππππ―π―π²β¬β¬πππ―
GET INTO THE FURNITURE… View more**OUR KING'S BIRTHDAY SPECIALS ARE STILL ONGOING - OUR SUPPLIERS HAVE SAID TO KEEP THE PRICES LOW AND MEET THE MARKETπ―π―π―π²π²π²β¬β¬β¬ππβ
THESE ARE OUR LOWEST PRICES ON NEW LOUNGE SUITES SINCE WE OPENED ππππ―π―π²β¬β¬πππ―
GET INTO THE FURNITURE CLEARANCE STORES AT PUKEKOHE AND TAKANINI - π²π²β¬β¬π―π―π
FORMERLY TRADERS STORES - TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF SUPER-LOW PRICES β¬β¬π²π²
33 NELSON ST AND 211 GREAT SOUTH RD TAKANINI**
As the weather cools and cosy evenings become the norm, thereβs nothing better than cranking up the heat and treating yourself to heartwarming comfort food. If you're craving a winter recipe that'll warm you from the inside out, look no further than Brent's irresistible slow-cooked… View moreAs the weather cools and cosy evenings become the norm, thereβs nothing better than cranking up the heat and treating yourself to heartwarming comfort food. If you're craving a winter recipe that'll warm you from the inside out, look no further than Brent's irresistible slow-cooked pulled pork. Its smoky, aromatic scent often wafts from Brentβs apartment at Rymanβs Kevin Hickman Village, tempting taste buds and stirring appetites. With its tender meat and velvety sauce, this dish is every bit as delicious as it sounds β youβll be reaching for seconds, thirds, and maybe even fourths!
Click read more for the full recipe.
In 2023, Apple amended its autocorrect function to allow Iphone users to freely use their intended word without mentioning 'ducks'. Is this a sign of the times? Are swear words no longer taboo in our communities or workplaces?
Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to… View moreIn 2023, Apple amended its autocorrect function to allow Iphone users to freely use their intended word without mentioning 'ducks'. Is this a sign of the times? Are swear words no longer taboo in our communities or workplaces?
Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.
We are having a Book sale from Monday 17th June. Childrenβs books will be 50 cents each and adults books from $1. Take this chance to fill your shelves.
Thank you for supporting the IHC Op Shop
National Volunteer Week starts this Saturday. We would like to thank all of our volunteers who help us in the shop every day - it means so much to us to have your constant and unwavering support β you help us in so many ways and we really appreciate it.
Our shop will be opening at 11.30am on … View moreNational Volunteer Week starts this Saturday. We would like to thank all of our volunteers who help us in the shop every day - it means so much to us to have your constant and unwavering support β you help us in so many ways and we really appreciate it.
Our shop will be opening at 11.30am on Saturday 22nd June as we are holding an event for our volunteers.
A phone scam is re-emerging with cold calling swindlers claiming to be Police officers.
New Zealand Police are advising the public to be vigilant, after a handful of reports have been made in recent days. Unfortunately, at least two elderly Aucklanders have been conned out of tens of thousands … View moreA phone scam is re-emerging with cold calling swindlers claiming to be Police officers.
New Zealand Police are advising the public to be vigilant, after a handful of reports have been made in recent days. Unfortunately, at least two elderly Aucklanders have been conned out of tens of thousands of dollars.
WaitematΔ CIBβs Detective Senior Sergeant Ryan Bunting says scammers are cold calling, mainly on landlines, and claim to be a Police officer.βThey will also provide a fake ID or badge number to make their call seem legitimate,β he says.βThis person will carry on and provide a reason for their call: either they are investigating fake bank notes, or that your credit card has been cloned.
βAs part of this scam, they will ask you to withdraw money from a nearby bank to be collected or ask you to provide further financial or banking information to aid their investigation.β
Be aware: this is a scam call.
Police are investigating two reports this week, in south Auckland and the North Shore, where two people have fallen victim to the scam. βBoth victims withdrew cash from a bank and handed this over to someone who arrived at their door to collect it under the fake cover story,β Detective Senior Sergeant Bunting says.βThese victims have had their good-will and trust trodden on by these scammers.β
Investigation staff have ensured there is support available for the victims. Detective Senior Sergeant Bunting says: βScammers have no ethics whatsoever and will take any opportunity to try and con you.βThese scams take many forms, and the offenders trick people under a variety of guises or storylines.β
There are occasions where legitimate Police officers will contact people as part of their duties, he says.
Police are asking the community to be aware and take the opportunity to spread the word amongst friends and family members. βWe are particularly keen to ensure elder family members are aware of what is happening,β Detective Senior Sergeant Bunting says. βIf anyone receives a call of this nature, hang up.
βIf you have had the unfortunate position of being a victim to this scam and have not reported this, we encourage you to report this to Police.β
Please remember:
- Police will never call to ask you for bank details, pin numbers or passwords
- Police do not offer prize money
- Police will not ask you to go to a bank to withdraw money
- If you receive a call out of the blue of a similar nature: challenge the caller to identify themselves, ask for their details.
- Hang up, contact 105 to verify the ID and request the officer to contact you
- If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
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