Elder Financial Abuse

Are you in the position where family or friends might be taking advantage of you? Whether it’s financial abuse, or emotional abuse – neither are acceptable, and it’s important to get help.

Beware Black Friday and Cyber Monday Debt

Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales are coming soon - make sure you're not paying more than you need to - do your research - read more...

Credit Card or Pay Later Plans?

Pay Later plans may look attractive, especially if you don't have a credit card. But you still need to be careful. Read this first to learn more...

Are you the Bank of Mum or Dad?

Are you financially supporting your adult children? While it’s great that you can afford to help in this way – are you really helping them to become financially independent? And what if helping puts your own financial future in jeopardy?

Community Contact Week 2023

BSNC recently met with medical students from the University of Otago to give them a briefing about the health needs of the Waimakariri and Hurunui communities.

Working with a Financial Mentor

Know Your Benefit Entitlements

Do you know your benefit entitlements? Do you know if you qualify for support? If you need help, talk to our Financial Mentors today.

Know Your Consumer Rights

Have you bought something recently which is faulty in some way, or maybe it’s broken down after only a very short time? Your rights to have it repaired or replaced are covered under the Consumer Guarantees Act.

Social Service Providers in North Canterbury

Did you know there are a large number of community based social services providers across North Canterbury who offer support for a large ranges of services? You can get support and information on: legal help, rural support, business support, mental and general health support, foodbanks and budget advisory services to name a few.

Looking to Buy a New Home?

If you are looking to buy your first home, then it pays to get good information from reliable sources. Read this article to find out more...

My Experience of Working with a Financial Mentor

Joshua came to BSNC to get help with his debt repayments. Read how working with a Financial Mentor helped him get back on his feet.

Help with School Expenses (2023)

If you need help with school expenses, there are many agencies which provide assistance. Read the full article to learn where to go for help.