David Riddell - CM Financial Adviser

⚠️ IMPORTANT EVENT MORNING UPDATE — COMPULSORY GEAR

Here’s what you need to know:

🌿 34KM — COMPULSORY GEAR
All compulsory gear must be carried for the duration of the event and will be checked before you head out.

Please bring:
⚡️ Long-sleeve top (polyprop or wool)
⚡️ Waterproof seam-sealed jacket
⚡️ Beanie (polyprop or wool)
⚡️ Survival blanket

🌿 21KM & 15KM — NOT REQUIRED, BUT HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Compulsory gear is not required to participate in these distances, but we strongly recommend bringing it.

🌿 6KM & 10KM — NOT REQUIRED
Compulsory gear is not required for the 6km & 10km.

Ready to go tomorrow.

The balancing act ⚽️💼

Early starts are just part of the job — getting a few things done before the phone starts ringing, emails start pinging and the day really gets underway.

And if there’s a bit of football on at the same time, even better! ⚽️

A cup of tea, a quiet house and some football before work… not a bad way to start the day.

Because balancing work with the things you enjoy is pretty important too. ☕️⚽️

Football first… or work first? 😉

SPONSOR THANK YOU SERIES 💛💙

This week, we’re saying a huge thank you to Cole Murray Financial Advisers for their continued support of our Havelock North Wanderers Cole Murray Reserves!

Our sponsors play such an important role in helping football thrive in Havelock North, and we’re incredibly grateful for their ongoing support of our club and local football community.

We’d love our members to return the favour by supporting the businesses that support Wanderers. If you’re looking for financial advice, keep Cole Murray Financial Advisers in mind and help us say thanks! 🙌

Thank you, Cole Murray Financial Advisers! 💛💙

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads and fatherly figures out there. 🍻

The dads who can fix almost anything… eventually. Who have a tool for every problem, a dad joke for every occasion, and an uncanny ability to fall asleep in front of the TV within approximately 14 seconds (definitely me).

The ones who teach us how to change a tyre, back a trailer, make a cup of tea properly… and occasionally how to swear when none of the above goes to plan. 🤫

Because being a dad isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about being there. Showing up. Having your family’s back. And doing your best to make sure they’ll be okay — whatever life throws at you.

And yes, that’s also where I come in.

I spend my working days helping people put the right protection around the things that matter most — their family, their health, their income and their future.

I can’t help with the lawn, assemble the trampoline or explain why Dad’s barbecue is definitely better than everyone else’s…

But I can help make sure the people you love are financially protected if the unexpected happens.

Happy Father’s Day, Dads. Keep doing what you do. ❤️

And to all the father figures who’ve stepped up, stuck around and made a difference — today’s for you too.

Have a great day, and remember: you’re only as old as your knees feel when you stand up. 😂

🫖 Important question… ‼️

Are you milk with the tea bag or milk without the tea bag? 🤔🫣

And yes, there is definitely a right answer… 👀

👇 Settle the debate in the comments!

Whenever I see a Givealittle page shared, I see two things.

❤️ The best of humanity — people coming together to support someone through an incredibly difficult time.

💔 And a family potentially facing financial pressure when their focus should be elsewhere.

Givealittle has an important place, but relying on donations to cover medical costs, lost income or everyday expenses is a risky position to be in.

That’s why life and health insurance matter.

Not because we can predict what will happen, but because we can’t.

Protection is about giving your family options, dignity and financial certainty when life doesn’t go to plan.

Don’t hope you’ll have support when you need it. Have a plan in place before you need it.

📞 021 359 369 — Happy to chat.