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Here are some important points to note for changes to Tenancies:
• A tenant can now end their periodic tenancy with just 21 days' notice, down from the previous 28 days
• A landlord can terminate a periodic tenancy by providing the tenant with 90 days' notice without needing to … View moreHere are some important points to note for changes to Tenancies:
• A tenant can now end their periodic tenancy with just 21 days' notice, down from the previous 28 days
• A landlord can terminate a periodic tenancy by providing the tenant with 90 days' notice without needing to give a reason. This is referred to as a 'no cause' termination, whereas previously, a lawful reason was required
• A landlord can give 42 days' notice to end a tenancy if they or a family
member needs to occupy the property, or if the property is being sold and vacant possession is necessary. This is a change from the previous notice periods of 63 and 90 days, respectively
• Fixed-term tenancies will automatically convert to periodic tenancies once the term expires, unless they are ended, extended, or renewed. For fixed-term tenancies concluding on or after 1 May 2025, either the landlord or tenant can terminate the fixed-term tenancy without providing a reason by giving notice between 90 and 21 days before the fixed term concludes, whereas previously only the tenant could do so
We have an experienced ACC Advocate that may be able to help for Free.
Email clinics.chch@cab.org.nz to book an appointment
- Provide details of your situation (you must already have an ACC Claim)
- The appointment will be via a phone call
- The Advocate will listen to your issue, provide … View moreWe have an experienced ACC Advocate that may be able to help for Free.
Email clinics.chch@cab.org.nz to book an appointment
- Provide details of your situation (you must already have an ACC Claim)
- The appointment will be via a phone call
- The Advocate will listen to your issue, provide information for next steps and ascertain if there is a legal case to pursue.
We have several free clinics coming up this week - see details below for JP and general Legal advice. Plus specialist advice for employment, immigration and ACC every 2 weeks and a monthly CV clinic.
1. MONDAY, 21ST - AS IT IS A PUBLIC HOLIDAY OUR BRANCHES WILL BE CLOSED.
2. CAB … View moreWe have several free clinics coming up this week - see details below for JP and general Legal advice. Plus specialist advice for employment, immigration and ACC every 2 weeks and a monthly CV clinic.
1. MONDAY, 21ST - AS IT IS A PUBLIC HOLIDAY OUR BRANCHES WILL BE CLOSED.
2. CAB Volunteers at the Loft (upstairs in Eastgate Mall Library) - Tuesday, 22nd - 11-2pm – no appointment needed
3. Immigration General Advice – Wednesday, 23rd - 2:15pm-4:30pm. Fendalton Library – Appointment required - ring 03 351 7804
4. Justice of the peace – Thursday, 24th - 9.30-12.30. Hornby community centre. Drop in clinic – 03 349 5236
5. Free legal clinics – Thursday, 24th – drop in clinic
- 1pm - 133 Brighton Mall (entrance on Union Street, SBA office) – 03 366 6490
- 6.15pm - 8 Goulding Ave (Hornby community centre) – 03 349 5236
6. FRIDAY, 25TH - AS IT IS A PUBLIC HOLIDAY OUR BRANCHES WILL BE CLOSED.
7. Specialist clinics – held Fortnightly - email clinics.chch@cab.org.nz to book an appointment if you need help with any of these issues.
• Employment - Wednesday Evening via Zoom
• Immigration Legal advice with Lawyer - Thursday Evening Hornby Community Centre
• ACC Advisor by Phone (as needed)
8. CV Clinic – held monthly at Hornby Community Centre - email clinics.chch@cab.org.nz to book a place. Next clinic is Monday, 5th May from 12.00-1.30pm
For our drop in clinics, we recommend phoning on the day to check the lawyer / JP is available.
Why not book onto our FREE workshop
The next workshop runs on Monday, 5th May from 12.00-1.30pm and covers:
- help and guidance
- job search strategies
- interview coaching
- tips and tricks
Held at Hornby Community Centre, 8 Goulding Avenue
To book your place email … View moreWhy not book onto our FREE workshop
The next workshop runs on Monday, 5th May from 12.00-1.30pm and covers:
- help and guidance
- job search strategies
- interview coaching
- tips and tricks
Held at Hornby Community Centre, 8 Goulding Avenue
To book your place email clinics.chch@cab.org.nz
We have JPs at our Hornby branch as follows:
Hornby community centre (8 Goulding Avenue) – 03 349 5236
– Monday - 9.30-12.30 - closed for Public holidays
- Thursday - 9.30-12.30
All are a Drop in service – you might want to give us a call on the day to check it is running
Here are … View moreWe have JPs at our Hornby branch as follows:
Hornby community centre (8 Goulding Avenue) – 03 349 5236
– Monday - 9.30-12.30 - closed for Public holidays
- Thursday - 9.30-12.30
All are a Drop in service – you might want to give us a call on the day to check it is running
Here are some tips to help you get your paperwork right when you visit with a JP:
- If you want to certify a true copy, have the original document and the copy with you.
- If certifying transcripts printed from the internet or email attachments, the JP will need to see the original website or email on your computer or cell phone (or our office computer).
- If you are certifying a text message, the JP will need to see the whole message on your computer or cell phone.
- If certifying documents for banks or financial institutions, need a declaration or you need an affidavit, the JP needs to see the person named in the document and their photo ID e.g. Passport, Drivers licence or 18+ card.
If these times aren't convenient then check out under 'Read More' for timings at local libraries
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