Skylight Publications
Support resources for young and old to grow strength and resilience in tough times. Skylight also supports the caregivers, relatives, friends, workmates and professionals caring for them.
Prostate Cancer Foundation
Mission statement: “To create or enhance an environment to empower men to make informed decisions about the diagnosis of, and treatment for, prostate cancer.” Guest speakers talk on a wide range of topics related to prostate problems. Aim to keep formal business to a minimum and spend plenty of time on informal chat, to share … Continued
Carers Website
www.carers.net.nz Established in the early 1990s by family carers, Carers NZ is now a national registered charity which provides information, advice, learning and support for families with health and disability needs. It is the Secretariat for the NZ Carers Alliance, and acts as the legal umbrella for a number of special interest groups including: An … Continued
Consumer Affairs, Ministry Of
For information regarding CONSUMER enquiries or complaints, look up on the above website or contact the (CAB) Citizens Advice Bureau at 0800 367 222 or Christchurch City (Student Building Polytech) 366 6490, Christchurch North (Fendalton Library) 359 8090 Christchurch West (Hornby) 349 5236, North Canterbury 03 313 8822 or the 0800 FOR CAB-0800 367 222.
NZ Federation of Disability Information Centres
Information line : 0800 693 342 Enable New Zealand & NZ Federation of Disability Information Centres have been contracted to manage and co-ordinate the collection, collation, verification and dissemination of generic disability information, networked throughout New Zealand for consumer access. Weka (what everyone keeps asking about disability) is a Website developed by the NZ Federation … Continued
Migrant Helpline
For calls outside Auckland the New Zealand Immigration Service operate a Migrant Helpline on 0508 55 88 55. Mobile ‘Phones please call the Auckland telephone number 09 914 4100. Welcome to Christchurch Area Office The Area Office is responsible for processing temporary visa applications for the extended Canterbury, West Coast and Nelson / Marlborough regions. … Continued
Lifemark Design – Home design
Based on the key principles of adaptability, accessibility and safety, Lifemark Design standards make the home you build fit for purpose now and into the future. The Lifemark™ is an independent seal of approval awarded to homes that have been designed and built to achieve specific quality design standards which make them easy and safe … Continued
Commerce Commission
The Commerce Commission enforces legislation that promotes competition in New Zealand markets and prohibits misleading and deceptive conduct by traders. The Commission also enforces a number of pieces of legislation specific to the telecommunications, dairy and electricity industries. In ensuring compliance with the legislation it enforces, the Commission undertakes investigation and where appropriate takes court … Continued
Access Elevators Ltd
z A most versatile and affordable elevator. It is simple, compact and cost effective with over 40 years of proven reliability. Serving up to 4 floors, the lifts are primarily designed for houses but are also suitable for light commercial applications. The water hydraulic Access Elevator is normally powered by a pump, which recirculates the … Continued
Consumers’ Institute of New Zealand Inc
Up-to-date expert test results and research on a wide range of products and services Deals from Consumer Trusted businesses offering ongoing savings Advisers to assist with any consumer-related problems Independent, not-for-profit supporting Kiwis for over 50 years New Zealand’s most trusted source of consumer advice POWERSWITCH is a free independent service provided by the Consumers’ … Continued
