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 Porirua will hold a free information session for newcomers on Know your Community
The session will be delivered by staff from English Language Partners, New Zealand Police, Whitireia Community Law Centre and Citizens Advice Bureau.
Date: Wednesday, 25 October 2017
Time: 10.30am to 12pm
Venue: Porirua Gospel Chapel, 88 Hereford Street
(corner of Hereford and Champion Streets),
Cannons Creek, Porirua
Refreshments provided.
For RSVP: Call at 04 237 8846 or email porirua@cab.org.nz
Previous Sessions
Emergency Management - 28 March 2017
This session covered:
- what to do in an earthquake / tsunami
- storage of water and supplies
- connecting with the community
Driving in New Zealand - 15 September 2016
This session covered:
- converting an overseas driver’s licence to a New Zealand licence
- process to get a New Zealand licence for the first time
- traffic law
Consumer rights - 23 June 2016
This workshop covered:
- when buying something from a shop, or online (via internet)
- when the item is faulty
- when buying a car
Employment in NZ
10 March 2016
The NZ Health System
20 October 2015
NZ Consumer Law – Everything you need to know about your consumer/customer rights
18 June 2015
Want to be Better Prepared in case of an Emergency?
23 April 2015
Volunteering
16 February 2015