Are you a Senior, or do you have a Senior in your life, who is looking to build their confidence online? CERT NZ’s Staying Safe Online for Senior’s webinar is coming up on the 20th of February and is designed to empower seniors, as well as friends and whānau, with the know-how to safely navigate … Continued
Read More >>At 10:05 am on the 10th of the 5th, New Zealand Police is launching 105 (“ten five”), the eagerly anticipated number for the public to report non-emergency situations to Police. “More than 60 years on from the first 111 call, the launch of 105 today is a milestone for New Zealand Police, offering a new … Continued
Read More >>NZ Super might need to be reviewed as more New Zealanders approach retirement without their own homes, commentators say. University of Otago research shows non-homeowners are in a worse position at retirement, and recommends action before the problem grows. “We’re staring down the barrel of future generations of non-homeowners being less able to achieve … Continued
Read More >>It’s that time of year again – time for the annual flu jab well before winter sets in. Health authorities say stocks of flu vaccine are now at GP practices and some pharmacies, and people should get the jab this month and next. Influenza immunisation is free for pregnant women, those aged 65 and over, … Continued
Read More >>The Canterbury Charity Hospital will open its doors from this week to provide free counselling sessions for locals in need of support following Friday’s devastating terrorist attack. Charity Hospital co-founder Professor Phil Bagshaw says Friday’s catastrophic tragedy may sadly “re-trigger” negative and difficult emotions for some residents in the local Christchurch community, many of whom … Continued
Read More >>On Tuesday 2nd April the Commission for Financial Capability will be delivering its popular, FREE public education seminar in Wigram, Christchurch about the implications of living in a retirement village distinct from other retirement accommodation options. The seminar discusses the personal, legal and financial implications of retirement village living and what people need to consider … Continued
Read More >>To be attributed to: Michael Frampton, Chief People Officer, Canterbury DHB With the New Zealand Resident Doctors’ Association 48-hour strike action starting tomorrow at 8am, Canterbury District Health Board is reminding people that they can help take the pressure off emergency services by always making their General Practice team the first port of call for … Continued
Read More >>Members of the New Zealand Resident Doctors’ Association [RDA] are planning to strike for 48 hours from 8am on Tuesday 26 February until 8am on Thursday 28 February 2019. Canterbury DHB is well advanced in its contingency planning to ensure it continues to provide safe care during the strike period when we expect most Resident … Continued
Read More >>The Christchurch Town Hall’s splendidly restored Rieger pipe organ will resound again in joyous celebration at two free concerts on Wednesday, March 6. This will be the first time the organ has been heard since the Christchurch earthquakes, brought back to life under the fingers and feet of this city’s renowned concert organist Martin Setchell. … Continued
Read More >>Members of the New Zealand Resident Doctors’ Association [RDA] are planning to strike for 48 hours from 7am on Tuesday 15th January until 7am on Thursday 17 January 2019. Like all District Health Boards affected by this strike, Canterbury DHB is well advanced in its contingency planning to ensure it continues to provide safe care … Continued
Read More >>Age Concern Canterbury office will be closed from midday Friday 21st December for the Christmas/New Year Holiday period. The office will reopen on Thursday January 3rd at 9 am. We wish all our clients, supporters and friends a safe and happy Christmas.
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