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8 days ago

Online Shopping warning

The Team from New Zealand Police

As we come up to the festive season, a lot of us want to shop online and look for good bargains 🛍️🛒

Here’s a few tips to help you stay safe, avoid buying stolen property, and not get taken advantage of:
💸If it is too good to be true, it probably is, or it could be stolen property.
💸If it’s being sold as new, ask for the receipt for the warranty. If they can’t provide it, that’s a red flag.
💸Check the seller’s profile, is it new or relatively blank?
💸If you make a purchase and need to meet somebody to get it, choose somewhere well-lit and well populated in public, near CCTV. If it has to be somebody’s home, take someone with you and let someone else know where you’re going and when.
💸Be especially cautious when buying power tools or high-end toy brick building block sets.

Sadly, if you unknowingly buy stolen property, you’re aiding criminals and inadvertently supporting them to steal more.
If you find a suspect listing or social media scam, call 105, or report it with us online at 105.police.govt.nz

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1 day ago

Poll: Is the increase in disability parking fines fair?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In October, the fine for parking in a designated mobility car park without a permit has jumped from $150 to $750—a 400% increase!

The goal is to keep these spaces open for those who truly need them. Do you think this big increase in the fine is fair? Share your thoughts below.

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Is the increase in disability parking fines fair?
  • 89.5% Yes, it's fair
    89.5% Complete
  • 9.4% No, it's unreasonable
    9.4% Complete
  • 1% Other - I'll share below
    1% Complete
1346 votes
14 hours ago

Happy Halloween everyone! Think You’re Clever? Prove It with Today’s Riddle!

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

What do the mummies, zombies, vampires, goblins and witches all have in common?

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.

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1 day ago

Trick or treating?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Are you taking some trick or treaters out this Halloween?

Some Neighbourly members who are getting into the spooky spirit have shared their address so you can visit:
🎃 3/25A Ward St Trentham Upper Hutt - 4pm-8pm
🎃 7 Curacao Place, Grenada Village - 6.30pm-8pm

Public events:
Halloween Kids Twilight Walk - Zealandia
Tawa Firefighters Halloween Night

Remember to supervise your children well, only knock on doors that are obviously taking part and have a wonderful time 🧛

If you missed the chance to be on the list, feel free to share about your event or decorated home in the comments.

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