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CAB on Air

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

government & organizations

All Episodes

0:31:26

CAB on Air - Vivian Booth (CAB) on Immigration updates

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2025/10/05

Vivian updates listeners on a number of general changes over recent months to immigration law, and their implications. She discusses some common cases of concern to migrants and visitors, and appropriate options for clients. Vivian also highlights some common misunderstandings, including what does and what does not constitutes migrant exploitation. She highlights places where people can seek further and appropriate help.

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0:31:31

CAB on Air - Dr Andrew Hubbard (CABNZ) & Kōnae website

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2025/09/01

Andrew, Deputy CEO of CABNZ, discusses the recently developed website, Kōnae, which aims to help people to seek help with finding and accessing records created about them (or whānau) by organisations involved in decisions about their guardianship or care. He outlines the types of records they can access help with, and issues such as user privacy and places from which they might seek further support.

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0:26:59

CAB on Air - Kate O'Grady Manager of The Loft

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2025/08/04

Kate discusses the work of The Loft, a wraparound service and holistic approach to wellbeing. This community hub in Eastgate Mall connects individuals and families with the support, advice and resources along with the many trusted agencies that partner and collaborate and offer their services on site also.

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CAB on Air - 7 July 2025

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2025/07/07

Get informed about your rights on the latest issues with Citizens Advice Bureau Christchurch

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0:30:41

CAB on Air - 2 June 2025

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2025/06/02

Get informed about your rights on the latest issues with Citizens Advice Bureau Christchurch

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0:30:10

CAB on Air - Feeding the community: an interview with...

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2025/05/04

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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0:28:40

CAB on Air - 7 Apr 2025

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2025/04/06

Get informed about your rights on the latest issues with Citizens Advice Bureau Christchurch

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0:28:3

CAB on Air -New developments in the Hornby Community...

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2025/03/05

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.

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0:30:57

CAB on Air - CABNZ updates with Neil Lancaster

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2025/02/02

Get informed about your rights on the latest issues with Citizens Advice Bureau Christchurch

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0:25:44

CAB on Air - Sowe Alrutz - CABCHA Updated

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2025/01/05

Get informed about your rights on the latest issues with Citizens Advice Bureau Christchurch

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0:26:29

CAB on Air - Challenging ACCClaims ( Part 2)

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2024/12/01

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.

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CAB on Air - Challenging ACC claims with Advocate,...

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2024/11/03

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.

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0:27:25

CAB on Air - Managing Financial challenges - advice...

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2024/10/06

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.

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CAB on Air - Youth Hub with Sue Bagshaw

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2024/09/02

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.

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