If you’ve recently moved to New Zealand you probably have lots of questions about how things work. We run regular information sessions aimed at new migrants in our area, all migrants are welcome!
You can also call or come into the bureau if you want any information or assistance. You can also find more information for migrants elsewhere on our website.
Information Sessions
CAB Christchurch will hold a free information session for English and Mandarin speaking newcomers on Work and Income New Zealand services.
The information session will be presented by Work and Income New Zealand, followed by questions and answers.
Note: Information will be interpreted from English into Mandarin during the session.
Topics include:
- Work and Income New Zealand benefits
- New Zealand Superannuation
Date: Tuesday 4 December 2018
Time: 11am - 1pm
Venue: Riccarton Baptist Church
80 Rattray St,
Riccarton.
Light lunch provided, and also a certificate of attendance.
Register your interest by contacting Sally on 022 655 3744 or by email migrant.cabchch@gmail.com.
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CAB Christchurch will hold a free information session for newcomers on Oral Health.
The information session will be presented by the Canterbury District Health Board, followed by questions and answers.
Date: Sunday 9 December 2018
Time: 1 - 3pm
Venue: Community House,
301 Tuam St,
Christchurch
Light lunch provided, and also a certificate of attendance.
Register your interest by contacting either:
Sally on 022 655 3744 or by email migrant.cabchch@gmail.com.
Delia (Philippine Culture and Migrant Services): philculspt@gmail.com or 021 064 1868
Previous Information Sessions
Policing and road rules - 22 April 2018
This session included:
- Road rules
- Understanding New Zealand Police
- Basic law and regulations
- Family violence
- Personal and property safety
Immigration matters - 15 April 2018
Healthy Living - 14 March 2018
Visa Applications and Processing of Visas in New Zealand - 29 October 2017
Pacific Immigration and Settlement - 1 August 2017
Health and Wellbeing - 18 May 2017
Immigration and Workers Rights - 6 May 2017
Emergency Preparedness - 29 January 2017
This session covered:
- What are the main risks in Christchurch and Canterbury?
- What can you do to prepare for these risks?
- What equipment should you have in an emergency kit?
- And more
Law and Order - 18 September 2016
This session covered:
- road rules
- drink driving
- speeding
- cycling
Settling into New Zealand - 18th October 2015
Worker Rights and Responsibilities - 18th October 2015
Previous Workshops
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15 April 2015
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Schools
School organisation - Uniforms and stationery - Donations and other costs - Talking to teachers - Extra help for your child
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29 April 2015
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Healthcare in New Zealand
Preventative health model - Role of your doctor - Role of the hospital - Dentists and specialists - ACC
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6 May 2015
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Our New Zealand
Tangata whenua - Treaty of Waitangi - Migrants and refugees - Human Rights
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13 May 2015
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Getting ready for work
Minimum worker rights - Employment contracts - Volunteering
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20 May 2015
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Police and Law
Role of Police - Role of lawyers - Your rights - Going to Court
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27 May 2015
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Consumer and Finance
Consumer Guarantees Act - Insurance - Borrowing money
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3 June 2015
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Housing and Tenancy
Legal protections - Renting and Flatting - Rental agreements - Dealing with problems
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10 June 2015
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Civics
Government structure - Elections and census - Council services and bylaws - Community organisations
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