New Manager for Papatoetoe Citizens' Advice Bureau
Manukau City Council's Community Services are pleased to announce the appointment of Michelle Werekake-Apelu as the new
manager of the Papatoetoe Citizens' Advice Bureau (CAB).
Michelle began work this week and comes with a wealth of experience within a range of fields including social services,
restorative justice, as a facilitator and in project management.
Michelle is sure all of this background will come in very useful in her new role of running a citizens' advice bureau.
She says, "CABs give information and advice about all sorts of problems or questions - all of which is free.
Key areas covered include a legal clinic for legal advice and a JP clinic, as well as an enormous amount of information
on all aspects of life in New Zealand which can be very helpful for new immigrants as well as New Zealand residents:
this includes advice on personal issues such as consumer problems, advice on setting up a business and dealing with
troublesome neighbours; help in finding a doctor/counsellor/childcare centre/support group; and advice on housing/
tenancy and vehicle issues.
In a city which celebrates cultural diversity the Papatoetoe CAB also provides information in other languages and can
put residents in touch with speakers of their own language.
Michelle is really enthusiastic about her new position, looking forward to serving the public. She reminds us, "We are
always looking for more volunteers to help out and welcome enquiries from local residents who are able to give some of
their time for this invaluable community service."
For more information about volunteer work, please phone Papatoetoe CAB 278 5191.
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