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Links below to various resources available to help those affected by the recent flooding and cyclone: … WINZ financial support for cyclone Gabrielle  Hardship Assistance payments through Work and Income  Cyclone Gabrielle - What support is available and where can you get help » National Emergency Management Agency (civildefence.govt.nz)   ...

NOTE: This has been pulled together from various sources and was current at time of posting A new information centre has opened at the Fickling Centre and will be open from 12pm today (Wednesday) It will be staffed by government welfare and support services to provide...

Consumer Protection have launched their Fraud Awareness Week 2022 Campaign with the theme 'Be the Hero of your scam story', click on the link below for more information on how to spot scams, what to do if you think you have been scammed, and other...

This is obviously a sensitive subject for many, but still very important to consider to avoid any extra heartache during what is inevitably a trying time. So, what happens to your debts when you die? In most cases, unless other plans have been made and put...

If you are worried about the strain financial hardship is taking on your mental health, talk to your GP first – they will be able to help and refer you to you to your local community mental health service or elsewhere if needed. Helplines Need to talk?...