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 Whangarei will hold a free workshop on The Treaty of Waitangi
Topics covered include:
- What and who is Te Tiriti for?
- How does it affect my job?
- How do I honour the treaty?
Presenter: Moea Armstrong
Date: Friday, 2 February 2018
Time: 9.30am to 3pm
Venue: Bounty Room, Forum North, Rust Avenue, Whangarei
Light refreshments provided.
Limited places, booking essential.
For more information please call on 09 4388046 or email her at Whangarei@cab.org.nz
Previous information sessions
Keeping Yourself Safe in New Zealand - 23 November 2017
Making a Will and Power of Attorney - 31 August 2017
The topics were:
- Making a Last Will and Testament in New Zealand
- Power of Attorney and Enduring Power of Attorney – for end of life health and financial decisions for your family
New Zealand Education System - May 3 2017
This session covered:
- What is NCEA and national standards?
- Overview of the education system to support the children to reach their goals
Treaty of Waitangi - 1 February 2017
This session covered:
- What is it for?
- How does it affect my job?
- How do I honour the treaty?
Employment Rights in New Zealand - 10 November 2016
This session covered:
- Wages
- Holiday pay
- Disputes
- Parental leave
- Sick leave
- Rights of an employee
Consumer Law - 8 September 2016
This session covered:
- auctions
- buying and selling goods and services
- online trading
Starting a business in Whangarei - 17 May 2016
This workshop covered the following topics:
- Are you ready – tools, resources and planning, testing market and financial literacy
- The business of business – compliance, HR, support and engaging with the business community
- Questions and Answers – from points covered and current issues
The impact of the Treaty of Waitangi on life in New Zealand
4th February 2016.
New Zealand Health System
16 November 2015
Rest Home Subsidies and International Pension Portability
25 August 2015
New Zealand Work Law: for Employers and Workers
16 June 2015
New Zealand Tax System
23 April 2015
Treaty of Waitangi for new migrants
3 February 2015