CAB on Air: Recent Episodes
Ronnie Davey, and Produced By: Tom Steele
CAB on Air is a monthly programme brought to you by Citizens Advice Bureau Christchurch Area – a non-profit organisation whose purpose is to ensure that no individual suffers from an ignorance of their rights and the services available to them. We want to inform Cantabrians of their rights on all the latest topics such as renting, employment and consumer issues as well as highlight some of the great community support services out there. Join Host Ronnie, supported by Producer Tom, two of our fantastic volunteers, on the first Monday of the month at 12.30pm on PlainsFM or catch the podcast when it suits you and get informed!
In this comprehensive episode, Greta outlines the many amazing courses, groups, events and activities offered by AGE CONCERN in Christchurch, as it works to achieve well-being rights and respect for older people in the community.
Today's session features Sally Clarke from Good Bitches Baking (GBB) and Suzanne McCloy at Bellyful talking about the different ways they support local community organisations with baking (GBB) or families with babies and young children (Bellyful) with meals, all prepared by volunteers keen to make a difference.
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On today's show, Linda Turner, the Centre Manager for the Hornby Community Centre, updates listeners on exciting renovations happening and what the community can look forward to. Alongside existing services:the Opshop, daily CAB services and a variety of existing clinics, are new facilities that cater to even more community needs. These include: medical and mental health services, along with a variety of bookable spaces for groups and a welcoming cafe.
Get informed about your rights on the latest issues with Citizens Advice Bureau Christchurch
Get informed about your rights on the latest issues with Citizens Advice Bureau Christchurch
This second episode about ACC concludes last month’s introduction to how ACC works. Simonette explains, in detail, the steps and timelines in the case of a declined ACC claim . She outlines the review and decision making process and gives advice around how to manage costs in preparing for a review. If you would like a digital copy of the whole ACC process, please email:https://www.cab.org.nz/find-a-cab/contact-us?location=67 and fill in the form requesting a copy of ACC process documents.
Having worked in the area of ACC for two decades, in today's show, Simonette Spencer, an independent advocate with a health and legal background, describes how ACC actually works. She outlines a set-by-step pathway claimants can follow to challenge decisions when things don't work.
On today’s show, Fran from Christchurch Budget Service, discusses common budgeting issues and the particular challenges people are facing in today’s climate. Fran shares helpful advice around setting goals and the importance of saving and planning ahead, giving practical advice on steps to take if you find yourself in financial difficulties. The most important step is to seek help immediately as there is always something that can be done.
Sue updates listeners on current developments at The Youth Hub, and how it will provide for the needs of today's young people between 10-25. She describes other organisations offering onsite services, some exciting new initiatives and the journey so far. Drawing on her life's mahi, working with the sexual, mental and emotional health of youth, Sue shares her views around challenges faced by young people and how the community might best support their needs and extraordinary potential.
Bridie Frost, the Senior Youth Partnership Advisor in the Community and Economic Development team from Selwyn District Council talks about her role and all the work happening to support youth in Rolleston.
"In today's show, Helen Mann talks about how she became involved with Amnesty International Aotearoa, and describes the aims and kaupapa of the organisation. She discusses the ways in which it works for social change through collective action, both globally and locally, overviews some success stories locally and gives details about how people can get in touch and become part of Amnesty's mahi and network. "
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This week we are talking about the Christchurch City Libraries- Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi.We are talking to Paul Focamp who provides an update on new initiatives at the Christchurch City Libraries. We discuss the monthly speaker series at Tūranga which is offering a variety of free talks from experts in their fields. We cover services, events, engagement opportunities and hopefully share something you didn't already know was on offer at your local library.
In today's show we have guest - Jamie Martin - Legal Educator / Community Connector from Community Law Canterbury – Te Ture Whānui o Waitaha
In today's show we talk to the new CABCHA Area Manager Stowe Alrutz and the CABCHA Board Chair Ronnie Davey, to discuss the latest updates at CAB. We also talked a little bit about my role as a volunteer at CAB. Tune in to find out about the history of CAB and many more updates.
We talk to Kate from Real Parents . Real Parents is an organisation which supports parents through their parenting journey . Kate talks about the issues our young people face and how parents can support them .
This episode focuses on the mahi of Family Planning . Sandi , a nurse practioner with Family Planning talks about the organisation's journey and the services they provide.
We talk to Siale Faitotonu a well respected Justice of the Peace, about what it means to be a JP and the service they provide .
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In the last programme about mental health we talk to Fariya Naseem, a life coach about how you can stay mentally well in tough times
We talk to Kevin and members from the Step Ahead Trust which provides support and activities for people with diagnosed mental health issues .
We talk to Hana from Aotearoa Multicultural Women Association (AMWA) about setting up an organisation from scratch , being a migrant to NZ and the support AMWA provides
In the 2nd part of our immigration series we talk to Michelle Chen , an immigration lawyer about her love of immigration law and the recent changes to work visas.
We talk to Immigration advisor Marie Russell about her role, the recent changes to visa categories and supporting migrants returning to New Zealand.
Get informed about your rights on the latest issues with Citizens Advice Bureau Christchurch
Get informed about your rights on the latest issues with Citizens Advice Bureau Christchurch
Get informed about your rights on the latest issues with Citizens Advice Bureau Christchurch
Get informed about your rights on the latest issues with Citizens Advice Bureau Christchurch
The CAB team chat with Stu Lumsden, MBIE Labour Inspectorate National Manager and to lawyer Ramses Hunt from Saunders Robinson Brown about employment rights, issues and prevention.
CAB talks renters rights with Sacha Green from CABNZ , Penny Arthur from the Tenants Protection Association as well as Christchurch landlord, Pam