Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Community Organisation

Citizens Advice Christchurch Area
4 Jeffreys Road
Fendalton
Christchurch 8053
7 hours ago

Can I return my unwanted gifts?

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

You can return goods which were given to you if there is a serious fault with the goods, including if they were a gift.

However, you do not have the right to return goods you were given just because you do not like your gift - unless the retailer has a returns policy that allows this. If you are… View more
You can return goods which were given to you if there is a serious fault with the goods, including if they were a gift.

However, you do not have the right to return goods you were given just because you do not like your gift - unless the retailer has a returns policy that allows this. If you are buying a gift for someone, you can ask the retailer whether they will give you an exchange card, so that the person receiving the gift can choose to exchange it for something else at the shop (eg, if they do not like it, they already have it, it is the wrong size or is otherwise unsuitable).

Click on our article on 'Read More' for more detail

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5 days ago

What are your rights when you have to work on a Public Holiday?

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Click on 'Read More' below for an article on the Government's employment website on your rights when you have to work public holidays.

They have an Employment Support helpline you can ring on 0800 209020 if you need further information.

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9 days ago
13 days ago

TECHMATE - helping you with technology – free service

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Ever feel like you can't keep up with all the changes or don't understand what your phone or computer can do? Find out about Techmate's free services

TechMate is here to help you to get the best out of your digital devices. Their staff and volunteers are skilled users of all sorts… View more
Ever feel like you can't keep up with all the changes or don't understand what your phone or computer can do? Find out about Techmate's free services

TechMate is here to help you to get the best out of your digital devices. Their staff and volunteers are skilled users of all sorts of technology. Everybody’s technology needs are different, and they understand this. Their learning spaces and staff provide a caring and understanding environment.

Check out their website under 'Read More' to find out where they are. Click on 'Techmate Near You' to find out about their outreach services in your community.

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14 days ago

Do you need help with an ACC claim?

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

We have an experienced ACC Advocate that may be able to help for Free.

- Email clinics.chch@cab.org.nz to book an appointment
- Provide details of your situation (you must already have an ACC Claim)
- The appointment will be via a phone call
- The Advocate will listen to your issue, provide… View more
We have an experienced ACC Advocate that may be able to help for Free.

- Email clinics.chch@cab.org.nz to book an appointment
- Provide details of your situation (you must already have an ACC Claim)
- The appointment will be via a phone call
- The Advocate will listen to your issue, provide information for next steps and ascertain if there is a legal case to pursue.

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