Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC):
provides comprehensive, no-fault personal injury cover for all New Zealand residents and visitors to New Zealand. 0800 101996, Web: www.acc.co.nz
Age Concern:
Not-for-profit dedicated to promoting the quality of life and well-being of older people. Has information and advice on elder abuse, and resources for those working with older people who are concerned about violence. Web: www.ageconcern.org.nz
Allergy New Zealand:
is a national charity that provides information, education and support to improve the quality of life for the tens of thousands allergy sufferers and their families. P: 0800340800, Web: www.allergy.org.nz
Barnardos New Zealand::
Providing services to at risk and disadvantaged New Zealand children and their families. Details of services and offices throughout the country. Free Phone: 0800 4 BARNARDOS Web: www.barnardos.org.nz
Births, Deaths and Marriages:
Part of the Department of Internal Affairs, Births, Deaths and Marriages registers and maintains New Zealand birth, death,marriage, civil union and name change information. Free Phone: 0800 22 52 52, Web: http://www.dia.govt.nz/Births-deaths-and-marriages
Brain Injury Association::
Information and education for people with brain injury and their families so they can better understand the implications of the injury. Free Phone: 0800272464. Web:
Career Services:
is New Zealand’s leading provider of independent career information, advice and guidance. Free Phone: 0800 222 733. Web: www.careers.govt.nz/
Child, Youth and Family:
is the statutory child protection agency in New Zealand. If you suspect child abuse or neglect, or are worried about a child or young person, you can call our freephone number anytime:0508 FAMILY (0508 326 459). Web: www.cyf.govt.nz
Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB):
is a voluntary organisation providing FREE, confidential information and advice to anyone about any query. Free Phone: 0800 367 222. Web: www.cab.org.nz
CAB Language Link:
have a team of CAB trained workers offering the CAB service in 26 different languages, including English. Free Phone: 0800 78 88 77
Civil Defence:
The Ministry of Civil Defence and Emergency Management leads the way in making New Zealand and its communities resilient to hazards and disasters. Head Office (Wellington) P; (04) 473-7363, Auckland Office: (09) 362 5170, Christchurch Office Tel (03) 367 3059 Web: www.civildefence.govt.nz
Diabetes New Zealand:
Educates and informs people about diabetes, its treatment, prevention, and cure of diabetes. Free Phone: 0508342238 Web: www.diabetes.org.nz
Employment Relations:
Basic information on laws relating to the workplace. Outlines the main rights and obligations of employers and employees. 0800 20 90 20. Web: www.ers.dol.govt.nz
English Language Partners:
works with migrants and refugees. P +64 4 471 2382. For centres in your city see: Web: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Family Planning:
works to promote a positive view of sexuality and to enable people to make informed choices about their sexual and reproductive health and well-being. FPA provides sexual and reproductive health information, clinical services, education, training and research. Phone: 0800 4636 5463 Web: www.familyplanning.org.nz
Healthline
is a free telephone health information service for all the family. The service is staffed by registered nurses who will assess your health needs. Phone 0800 611 116 for free 24-hour health advice -within NZ. Web: www.healthline.co.nz
Human Rights Commission:
The Commission works for a fair, safe and just society, where diversity is valued and human rights are respected. Info line: 0800496877. Web: www.hrc.co.nz
i-SITE:
Please select your closest centre from website when travelling around New Zealand for tourist information. P: 0800 474 8369 Web: www.i-site.org.nz
Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand works towards creating a society free from discrimination, where all people enjoy positive mental health and wellbeing. Our work seeks to influence individuals, whanau, organisations and communities to improve and sustain their mental health and reach their full potential. P: (09) 300 7010. Web: www.mentalhealth.org.nz
National Heart Foundation.
The Heart Foundation of New Zealand supports the community, researchers & medical professionals, reducing heart disease through education & intervention. Web: www.heartfoundation.org.nz
New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation,
A non-government funded charitable trust promoting awareness, providing information and education. Toll Free 0800 902 732. Web: www.nzbcf.org.nz
New Zealand Blood Service (NZBS):
ensures the supply of safe blood products. Contact for Blood Donations. Free Phone: 0800 GIVEBLOOD (0800 448 325). Web: www.nzblood.co.nz
NZ Transport Agency.
Building a better transport system for New Zealanders.
Licensing vehicle, driver licence, Road & travel info, vehicle registration, etc.. 0800 822 422, Web:www.nzta.govt.nz
Immigration New Zealand:
Official government Immigration New Zealand website. Auckland, Residents 09-9144100, New Zealand, but not Auckland 0508558855 Web: /www.immigration.govt.nz/
Inland Revenue,
The New Zealand Inland Revenue website provides information and services related to taxes and specific social policy services we administer. 0800 227 774, Web: /www.ird.govt.nz
Office of Children’s Commissioner:
information about children’s rights. 0800 224 453, Web: www.occ.org.nz
Plunket:
provide a caring, professional well child and family/whanau service. We are committed to providing universal access to services for all children and families regardless of ethnicity, location or ability to pay. Free Phone: 0800933922, Web: www.plunket.org.nz
Red Cross:
New Zealand Red Cross is part of the largest humanitarian organisation in the world, helping people wherever they might be – internationally or in our own communities. P: 0800 RED CROSS (0800 733 276), Web: /www.redcross.org.nz
Shine
national domestic violence charity helps keep people safe from abuse. Offers helpline, training and consultancy services throughout New Zealand.Free Phone: 0508744633 Web: www.2shine.org.nz
The BSA:
was set up to oversee the broadcasting standards regime in NZ. Infoline: 0800 366 996, Web: www.bsa.govt.nz
The Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind (RNZFB):
is the country’s main provider of sight loss habilitation and rehabilitation service. Free Phone: 0800243333, Web: www.rnzfb.org.nz