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Change in circumstance

By letting us know as soon as there’s a change in your living arrangements or income, Kāinga Ora and the Ministry of Social Development can make sure you get the best support available to you. example, let the Ministry of Social Development know if a family member moves out, or if the money you receive from work, a benefit or board changes. If you are on

From Tenancy Manager to family member: How downsizing has made a difference

Peter ‘couldn’t face the thought’ of moving from his home of 30 years after his wife passed. But he agreed to shift and, in the process, gained a new ‘family’ member. Tenancy Manager. The two got to know each other and Chloe could see Peter’s life and health could benefit from being in a new home. “She sort of twisted my arm

Social gatherings a great tonic

Kāinga Ora tenants in Mosgiel have discovered a great way to catch up and, at the same time, help stave off the issue of loneliness which can affect many. whenever a tenant in her area turns 65 so she can invite them to join in. “Some don’t have a lot of family or family has moved away. They actually see us as a really

Turning food rescue into community spirit

When an apartment complex opened in Auckland 18 months ago, more than 110 people moved in. Many were living alone, some had faced homelessness, and most didn’t know each other. our new neighbours were struggling to make ends meet and would really benefit from the food Kiwi Harvest was distributing.” Now, 250–300kg of food arrives at the

Young family's lives changed by new home

After only a few months in their new Kāinga Ora home, Natasha and her daughters Abi and Alex are finding their lives have changed for the better. “Living our lives has been so much easier since we moved in. We really feel at peace here.” A few short months ago, life was very different for the family. The

How the cassette is making a comeback

Your children don’t know what they are and you thought they were obsolete, but the ‘cassette’ is offering modern solutions for new Kāinga Ora builds. benefits of using cassette flooring do not stop there. The particular type used will provide an even greater level of sound-proofing for the homes, giving

Now Joe’s got more space, his family can visit

Joe loves nothing more than having his beautiful grandchildren around his whare. The four littlies are now regular visitors to his new West Auckland home, bringing with them games, giggles, and joyful chaos. Since moving into his Kāinga Ora home, Joe says he has the time and space to have his precious family around, brightening up the hours he spends having medical

Transitional housing villages open in Māngere

Twenty-eight new homes to be used for transitional housing have opened in Māngere. 

Produced using offsite manufacturing, 17 of the homes are situated on Garus Avenue, while the remaining 11 homes are on nearby Cottingham Crescent.  and technology, as we work to provide thousands of new warm, dry homes across the country. “There are many benefits to offsite manufacturing, such as faster

WelTec students building skills, homes and futures

Four Whanganui families will soon get the keys to new homes in Harper Street and Puriri Street that were built for them by Wellington Institute of Technology (WelTec) students preparing for jobs in the construction industry. students are leaving a lasting legacy by delivering quality homes where there is a need,” says Broderick.    Neil McDonald agrees there are many benefits

Hundreds of safety improvements for Kāinga Ora whānau and tamariki

Nearly another 1000 homes to get driveway safety improvements this financial year across Aotearoa/New Zealand.
has benefitted thousands of tenants already and has also been welcomed by SafeKids Aotearoa. Director of Safekids Aotearoa, Melissa Wilson, also encouraged all

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