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 Queenstown will hold a free information session for newcomers on Health and Wellbeing.
If you have 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.
The forthcoming information session on Health and Wellbeing will include:
- how the health system works in New Zealand in general and in Queenstown
- what ACC is and how it works
- community support
- immigration update
The session will be facilitated by:
- Rachel Rose - Citizens Advice Bureau Queenstown
- Gaylene Hastie - Queenstown Medical Centre
- Trish Fredericksen - Manager, ACC, Alexandra
- Niki Mason - Happiness House
This is an excellent opportunity to have any questions answered and find out new information.
Date: Thursday, 30 November 2017
Time: 5.30 pm to 7.30 pm
Venue: Senior Citizens Rooms, Citizens Advice Centre, 10 Memorial Street, Queenstown
Refreshments provided.
To reserve a place please contact CAB Queenstown on 03 442 6799 or email queenstown@cab.org.nz - or just come along.
Previous Workshops
Employment Rights - 18 May 2017
This session covered:
- rights and responsibilities of employers/employees
- services provided by Labour Inspection Office
- Visa Options
Renting in New Zealand - 8 December
This session covered:
- the rights and responsibilities of tenants
- dispute resolution
Health and Well Being- 12 May 2016
This session covered:
- How the health system works in New Zealand in general and in Queenstown
- What is ACC and how it works
- Mental health - resources available in the community
- Community support
Employment in Queenstown - 03 December 2015
This workshop covered:
- employment rights and responsibilities
- finding and applying for jobs in Queenstown
- how to deal with problems in workplace
- working in NZ – Visa options
Employment issues for new migrants in Queenstown - 20 March 2015
Topics included:
- Employment rights and responsibilities
- Finding and applying for jobs – What are local employers looking for?
- How to deal with problems with your employers
- Working in NZ – Visa options