Poll: Can you spot a scam?
We used to just be wary of clicking links online, and then came the deceptive phone calls, followed by text messages that look to be from a known company.
The latest statistics from Cert NZ show cyber crime reports from January to March incurred financial losses up to $6 million - a 66% increase on the same time last year. So, it's becoming increasingly difficult to avoid these scams - do you think you can spot a scam?
Vote in our poll, and type 'Not For Print' if you comment but want these excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.
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20.8% Yes, it's obvious to me
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72% Mostly, but I'm cautious
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7.2% No, I'm not confident
Poll: How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?
While it is a fun occasion, fireworks on Guy Fawkes Night has caused much conflict over the years, upsetting our pets and disrupting the sleep of neighbours.
How should we celebrate Guy Fawkes Night? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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28.6% With a city-wide public fireworks display
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19.8% Small fireworks displays in each community
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8% Keep it as is
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32.9% We shouldn't celebrate it!
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10.3% Anything but fireworks
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0.4% Other - I'll share below
Brain Burn Alert! Today’s Riddle Will Make You Think Twice!
What is seen in the middle of March and April that can't be seen at the beginning or end of either month?
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True Story
Trevor, who often travels around the South Island for work was on this day just recently, driving on a remote country road when he was in a serious car accident, rolling his vehicle four times.
Thankfully, help arrived, and Emergency Services rushed him to the nearest hospital.
Yet it was over two hours later until the hospital was able to find out who Trevor's wife was to contact her. More than three hours after his accident!
With Emergency Cards and Tags, first responders not only have instant access to any crucial medical details, but they also allow loved ones to be notified much faster.
When every minute counts, give the gift of peace of mind to each other, in that in the event of an accident or medical event, your loved ones can be contacted without delay.
Trevor and his wife now have Emergency Cards and Tags, for themselves, and for each other.
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