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Tai Tokerau Directory of Support Services
Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB)
- Cost of Service Free
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Telephone
[Whāngarei]
(09) 438 8046
0800 367 222
[Kaipara]
(09) 439 6100
0800 367 222
[Far North]
(09) 407 9829
0800 367 222 -
Email
[Whāngarei]
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[Kaipara]
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[Far North]
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Address
[Whāngarei]
Floor 2, 69 Bank St Whangarei 0110
[Kaipara]
37 Hokianga Road, Dargaville 0310
[Far North]
Mid North Masons Building, 6 Cobham Road, Kerikeri 0230 - Website www.cab.org.nz
- Regions Served Whangārei, Kaipara, Far North, Other Northland areas
CAB helps people to know and understand their rights and obligations, and how to use this information to get the best outcomes. Providing people with the confidence and support they need to take action. The service is free, confidential and independent. In simple language this means they will answer any question, or help with any problem you may have.Please phone 0800 377 222 to locate your nearest CAB or visit their website www.cab.org.nz/find-a-cab/
Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB)
- Cost of Service Free
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Telephone
[Whāngarei]
(09) 438 8046
0800 367 222
[Kaipara]
(09) 439 6100
0800 367 222
[Far North]
(09) 407 9829
0800 367 222 -
Email
[Whāngarei]
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[Kaipara]
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[Far North]
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Address
[Whāngarei]
Floor 2, 69 Bank St Whangarei 0110
[Kaipara]
37 Hokianga Road, Dargaville 0310
[Far North]
Mid North Masons Building, 6 Cobham Road, Kerikeri 0230 - Website www.cab.org.nz
- Regions Served Whangārei, Kaipara, Far North, Other Northland areas
CAB helps people to know and understand their rights and obligations, and how to use this information to get the best outcomes. Providing people with the confidence and support they need to take action. The service is free, confidential and independent. In simple language this means they will answer any question, or help with any problem you may have.Please phone 0800 377 222 to locate your nearest CAB or visit their website www.cab.org.nz/find-a-cab/
Civil Defence - Northland Emergency Management
- Cost of Service Free
- Telephone 0800 002 004
- Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Address 36 Water Street, Whangarei,0110
- Website www.nrc.govt.nz/civildefence
- Facebook www.facebook.com/civildefencenorthland
- Regions Served Whangārei, Kaipara, Far North, Other Northland areas
Northland Civil Defence and Emergency Management (CDEM) is a part of Northland Regional Council and works in partnership with local council, emergency services, iwi and other organisations with the aim of:• Understanding Northland's hazards and risks• Coordinating all planning activities related to hazard and emergency management• Encouraging cooperation and joint action within the region• Assisting communities in becoming more resilient to hazards and prepared for emergencies.• Supporting individuals, whānau and communities during emergencies.
Civil Defence - Northland Emergency Management
- Cost of Service Free
- Telephone 0800 002 004
- Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Address 36 Water Street, Whangarei,0110
- Website www.nrc.govt.nz/civildefence
- Facebook www.facebook.com/civildefencenorthland
- Regions Served Whangārei, Kaipara, Far North, Other Northland areas
Northland Civil Defence and Emergency Management (CDEM) is a part of Northland Regional Council and works in partnership with local council, emergency services, iwi and other organisations with the aim of:• Understanding Northland's hazards and risks• Coordinating all planning activities related to hazard and emergency management• Encouraging cooperation and joint action within the region• Assisting communities in becoming more resilient to hazards and prepared for emergencies.• Supporting individuals, whānau and communities during emergencies.
Coastal Care Tutukaka
- Cost of Service Free
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Telephone
(09) 434 3887
027 485 5930 - Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Address c/o Jan Laing (Co ordinator), 46 Whangaumu Street, Whangaumu Bay, Tutukaka Coast, 0173
- Regions Served Whangārei
Volunteers are trained by North Haven Hospice to give support & help to anyone in need on the Tutukaka Coast. Providing assistance and equipment to anyone: • Following an accident or surgery • Suffering long term illness• Feeling lonely • With a disability • Elderly • Needing relief for a full time carer needing time out• Needing transport to the doctor, hospital The health & disability equipment is on a short-term loan basis until permanent equipment is supplied.
Coastal Care Tutukaka
- Cost of Service Free
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Telephone
(09) 434 3887
027 485 5930 - Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Address c/o Jan Laing (Co ordinator), 46 Whangaumu Street, Whangaumu Bay, Tutukaka Coast, 0173
- Regions Served Whangārei
Volunteers are trained by North Haven Hospice to give support & help to anyone in need on the Tutukaka Coast. Providing assistance and equipment to anyone: • Following an accident or surgery • Suffering long term illness• Feeling lonely • With a disability • Elderly • Needing relief for a full time carer needing time out• Needing transport to the doctor, hospital The health & disability equipment is on a short-term loan basis until permanent equipment is supplied.
Coeliac New Zealand Incorporated
- Cost of Service Low Cost, Other
- Telephone (09) 414 7467
- Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Website ewww.coeliac.org.nz
- Facebook www.facebook.com/Coeliac.New.Zealand
- Regions Served Whangārei, Kaipara, Far North, Other Northland areas
Coeliac New Zealand is a membership-based not-for-profit organisation. Their vision is to help people with coeliac disease live healthy lives every day by providing advocacy, support, information and resources.
Combined Beneficiaries Union (CBU)
- Cost of Service Free
- Telephone (09) 376 4760
- Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Regions Served Whangārei, Kaipara, Far North, Other Northland areas
The Combined Beneficiaries Union can provide advocacy services to beneficiaries, to ensure they receive their entitlements from the Ministry of Social Development / Work and Income.If the client has issues regarding their benefit they can contact CBU. With their signed authority the advocate can negotiate with Work and Income on their behalf.• Service is free• Service is available nationwide
Community Education Whangarei (CEW)
- Cost of Service Low Cost
- Telephone (09) 435 0889
- Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Address Kamo High School, Wilkinson Avenue, Kamo Whangarei 0112
- Website www.cew.ac.nz
- Regions Served Whangārei, Kaipara, Far North, Other Northland areas
The aim of CEW is to encourage lifelong learning and to support all adults in achieving their learning potential. CEW is the only school based Adult Community Education (ACE) provider operating in Northland, with classes mainly held onsite at Kamo High School in Whangarei.CEW:• Concentrate on short courses for busy people• Have evening classes and weekend workshops available• Offer a variety of courses each term Please visit their website to find out more about the courses available.
Community Group Strength and Balance Classes
- Cost of Service Low Cost, Other
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Telephone
(09) 437 9600
022 163 3177 - Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Website www.livestronger.org.nz
- Regions Served Whangārei, Kaipara, Far North, Other Northland areas
Community Classes with a Difference! Approved Community Strength and Balance classes are an easy way to build leg strength, keep balanced, and reduce the risk of falls. The classes are safe and effective for older people and it's a great opportunity to have some fun, try a variety of classes and meet other people in the community.
Connected
- Cost of Service Free
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Telephone
[Whāngarei]
0800 264 737
[Far North]
0800 264 737 -
Email
[Whāngarei]
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[Far North]
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Address
[Whāngarei]
MSD/Work and Income Employment Centre, Walton Plaza, 4 Albert Street, Whangārei 0110
[Far North]
MSD/Work and Income Employment Centre, Keri Centre, 2 Fairway Drive, Kerikeri 0230 - Website www.connected.govt.nz/in-your-region/northland
- Facebook www.facebook.com/connected.govt.nz
- Regions Served Whangārei, Far North
Connected makes it easier to explore jobs, study, training or business support. The service helps a wide range of New Zealanders find the advice and support they need, including businesses, people looking for help to find a job or who are worried about keeping the one they have, and those looking for study and training advice and opportunities.Connected provides support and information on:• Finding a job• Study and training options, including support for apprenticeships• Careers advice• Finding staff• Business support
Court Services for Victims
- Cost of Service Free
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Telephone
Whangārei: 0800 650 654
Far North: 0800 650 654 -
Email
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Address
Whangārei: Whangārei High/District Court, 105/109 Bank Street, Whangārei 0110
Kaipara: c/o: Whangārei High/District Court
Far North: Kaitaia District Court, 15 Redan Road, New Zealand, Kaitaia 0410
Far North: Kaikohe: District Court, 21-25 Station Road, New Zealand, Kaikohe 0405 - Website www.justice.govt.nz
- Regions Served Whangārei, Kaipara, Far North
All victims of crime have rights about how they are treated and the information they can receive.
You can talk to someone on the 24/7 Victims Information Line on 0800 650 654 about what you can expect.
A Victim Advisor is employed in the court to provide information to victims of criminal offences and to support them with their cases through the court.
Court Services for Victims
- Cost of Service Free
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Telephone
Whangārei: 0800 650 654
Far North: 0800 650 654 -
Email
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Address
Whangārei: Whangārei High/District Court, 105/109 Bank Street, Whangārei 0110
Kaipara: c/o: Whangarei High/District Court
Far North: Kaitaia District Court, 15 Redan Road, New Zealand, Kaitaia 0410
Far North: Kaikohe District Court, 21-25 Station Road, New Zealand, Kaikohe 0405 - Website www.justice.govt.nz
- Regions Served Whangārei, Kaipara, Far North
All victims of crime have rights about how they are treated and the information they can receive.
You can talk to someone on the 24/7 Victims Information Line on 0800 650 654 about what you can expect.
A Victim Advisor is employed in the court to provide information to victims of criminal offences and to support them with their cases through the court.
Creative Northland
- Cost of Service Free
- Telephone 09 430 0710
- Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Address Railway Road Whangarei, New Zealand 0110
- Website www.creativenorthland.com
- Facebook www.facebook.com/CreativeNorthlandNZ
- Regions Served Whangārei, Kaipara, Far North, Other Northland areas
Creative Northland inspires creative endeavour through artistic projects, touring opportunities, education and specialised resources to develop and sustain Northland's community’s artistic practice.
They offer free promotion of events, and event equipment using their extensive contact network of creatives across Northland.
Funding may be available to support creative events upon application (*conditions apply).
Creative Northland
- Cost of Service Free
- Telephone 09 430 0710
- Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Address Railway Road Whangarei, New Zealand 0110
- Website www.creativenorthland.com
- Facebook www.facebook.com/CreativeNorthlandNZ
- Regions Served Whangārei, Kaipara, Far North, Other Northland areas
Creative Northland seeks to support arts education opportunities across Te Tai Tokerau, Northland. Support includes free promotional support such as:
• Printing
• Equipment hire
• Advice
• Access to free creative business support
• Peer mentoring
• Exhibition space
• Funding in some cases
Crimestoppers
- Cost of Service Free
- Telephone 0800 555 111
- Website www.crimestoppers-nz.org
- Regions Served Whangārei, Kaipara, Far North, Other Northland areas
Crimestoppers is an anonymous line to Police for reporting any suspected crime other than emergencies.
Cystic Fibrosis New Zealand
- Cost of Service Free
- Telephone 0800 651 122
- Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Website www.cfnz.org.nz
- Regions Served Whangārei, Kaipara, Far North, Other Northland areas
Cystic Fibrosis New Zealand provide information and support for people with Cystic Fibrosis and their families.A Social Worker is available for home, hospital or office visits. They also provide regular meetings for education and patient contact.
Dargaville Combined Churches Foodbank
- Cost of Service Free
- Telephone 094398022
- Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Address 80 Normanby Street, Dargaville 0310
- Facebook www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064361275317
- Regions Served Kaipara
Dargaville Combined Churches Foodbank provide a nutritious food parcel for a week for those who are struggling to pay their bills. They deliver to households within the Dargaville area and families in outlying areas will need to collect the food parcel from the Dargaville Combined Churches Foodbank pantry.
Dargaville Community Corrections
- Cost of Service Free
- Telephone (09) 439 3696
- Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Website www.corrections.govt.nz
- Regions Served Kaipara
Dargaville Community Corrections works with Sentence Management, court work and home detention. They provide community work groups for non profit organisations.
Dargaville Early Years Service HUB
- Cost of Service Free
- Telephone (09) 439 7861
- Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Address 28 Hokianga Road Dargaville 0310
- Facebook www.facebook.com/Dargaville-Early-Years-HUB-630685330712373
- Regions Served Kaipara
The Early Years Service Hub's were set up to improve access to services for children aged 0-6 years and their families. They provide parenting programmes for all ages and run playgroups. Space is available for other community services to run meetings. HUB is open from 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday. No referral required.