SeniorNet Ashburton

Computer, tablet, IPad, phone and new technology training classes for people who are 50 plus. www.seniornet.org.nz is the Website address for SeniorNet groups nationwide. Ring the above telephone for further details regarding classes, etc.

Immigration NZ (Ministry of Business Employment and Innovation)

All queries regarding immigration issues or applications currently in progress should be directed to the Immigration Contact Centre.  Please call 0508 55 88 55 from within New Zealand, or 0064 9 914 4100 from outside of New Zealand. The Immigration Contact Centre is available from 6.00am Monday to midnight on Saturday. If you need personalised … Continued

Correspondence School – Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu

Te Kura is a state-funded distance education provider that offers a wide range of personalised learning programmes and courses. These are from early childhood to NCEA Level 3, which are mostly delivered online. Students can enrol for a few credits in a specific course or for a full-time programme. Students of all ages are welcome, … Continued

Healthline

A free, 24 hour, seven day, telephone healthline. The healthline has been set up to improve access to health and disability services. The call centre is staffed by registered nurses. They do not diagnose or treat health problems over the ‘phone but assess the situation by asking a series of questions and utilising a sophisticated … Continued

Christchurch Model Aero Club

Situated on the beautiful Canterbury Plains,just a few kms out of town catering for all types and sizes of model planes and flying types.

Tōtara Club (Riccarton)

The Tōtara Club is a Day Club, run by Presbyterian Support, where older people can meet, make friends, try out some fun activities and have a midday meal. Transport can be arranged and experienced, caring staff are on hand. Open five days a week (Monday to Friday) 9.30am-3.30pm except for statutory holidays. There are individualised … Continued

Challenge Driving School

For assistance and information about renewing a drivers licence, the older driver test, defensive driving or any other aspects of driving skills, please contact Jay or Barry or leave a message on the landline.  They will arrange for the most approptiate person to give the required help.Will match any other cheaper prices for driving schools.As … Continued

Ngaio Marsh Retirement Village

Ngaio Marsh provides independent living options, assisted living in serviced apartments, rest home and hospital care. All clients requiring residential care are advised to request a referral from their G.P for a residential care assessment before entering rest home care. Older Persons Health, Community Assessment Team, Burwood Hospital, Ph (03)337 7808 conduct the assessment. To … Continued

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