Citizens Advice Bureau Far North (CAB)

Community Organisation

Citizens Advice Bureau Far North (CAB)
6 Cobham Road
Kerikeri Beside the Procter Library Building
2 days ago

BEFORE YOU START YOUR CHRISTMAS SHOPPING

Jill Smith from Citizens Advice Bureau Far North (CAB)

We have dealt a lot with cost-of-living issues this year.

Christmas shopping and catering for family & summertime visitors, can put a lot of strain on your family budget.

Check out this link to help you get through all the Christmas chaos - "How do I keep debts from getting out… View more
We have dealt a lot with cost-of-living issues this year.

Christmas shopping and catering for family & summertime visitors, can put a lot of strain on your family budget.

Check out this link to help you get through all the Christmas chaos - "How do I keep debts from getting out of control" - www.cab.org.nz....

Our volunteers are here to help. Give us a call on 09 407 9829 or 0800 367 222 or email farnorth@cab.org.nz. Pop in and see us at 6 Cobham Road, Procter Library Building, Kerikeri.

We are open Monday to Thursday 9.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. and Friday 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.

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19 days ago

YOUTH EMPLOYMENT

Jill Smith from Citizens Advice Bureau Far North (CAB)

The unemployment rate for 15-24 year olds is 15.2%. Those not in employment, education or training is 13.8%. This post might help prepare your young family member for that first job interview or training programme.

Check out our youth website - youth.cab.org.nz... It has some very useful … View more
The unemployment rate for 15-24 year olds is 15.2%. Those not in employment, education or training is 13.8%. This post might help prepare your young family member for that first job interview or training programme.

Check out our youth website - youth.cab.org.nz... It has some very useful information, especially the link "Looking for work" - youth.cab.org.nz...starting-work

The CareerQuest quiz is a useful and simple tool that matches your skills with employment options. It takes about 10 minutes to complete. The more honest your response, the more accurate will be the information it provides. Check it out - www.careers.govt.nz...

For those with a disability, check out this Workbridge link - www.cab.org.nz...

Our volunteers come from teaching, careers guidance and all manner of employment backgrounds, so if you have any queries about preparing yourself for work or training, give us a call on 09 407 9829 or 0800 367 222. Pop in and see us at 6 Cobham Road, Procter Library Building, Kerikeri. Or email us farnorth@cab.org.nz.

We are open Monday to Thursday 9.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. and Friday 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.

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32 days ago

REDUNDANCY & MOVING ON

Jill Smith from Citizens Advice Bureau Far North (CAB)

According to Statistics NZ, 47,000 people have lost their jobs since June 2023. Losing your job can put stress on your finances and health.

We hope this comprehensive link on the redundancy process & enhancing your employment opportunities helps - www.cab.org.nz...

Should you need … View more
According to Statistics NZ, 47,000 people have lost their jobs since June 2023. Losing your job can put stress on your finances and health.

We hope this comprehensive link on the redundancy process & enhancing your employment opportunities helps - www.cab.org.nz...

Should you need further redundancy guidance, our volunteers do have access to an employment specialist, so give us a call on 09 407 9829 or 0800 367 222. Email us at farnorth@cab.org.nz or pop in and see us at 6 Cobham Road, Procter Library Building, Kerikeri.

We are open Monday to Thursday from 9.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. and Friday from 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.

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43 days ago

THINKING OF LIVING IN A RETIREMENT VILLAGE?

Jill Smith from Citizens Advice Bureau Far North (CAB)

The loss of a partner, access to healthcare, wanting to downsize, can all precipitate thoughts of moving into a retirement village.

When looking at options, we recommend you explore this link - www.cab.org.nz.... You might also find this a useful link (scroll down to the booklet … View more
The loss of a partner, access to healthcare, wanting to downsize, can all precipitate thoughts of moving into a retirement village.

When looking at options, we recommend you explore this link - www.cab.org.nz.... You might also find this a useful link (scroll down to the booklet "thinking of living in a retirement village") -sorted.org.nz...

Come in and see us to discuss this and any other queries you might have at 6 Cobham Road, Procter Library Building, Kerikeri. Give us a call on 09 407 9829 or 0800 367 222. Or email us farnorth@cab.org.nz.
We are open Monday to Thursday 9.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. and Friday 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.

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43 days ago

CLOSED ON MON 27 OCTR

Jill Smith from Citizens Advice Bureau Far North (CAB)

Our Bureau will be closed on Monday 27th (Labour Day). We will be open again from Tuesday to Thursday at 9.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. & Friday from 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.

Please visit our website www.cab.org.nz...

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