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Next step in better housing outcomes for Tauranga

Tenants in elder housing units in Tauranga are being welcomed to Kāinga Ora following completion of the purchase of most of Tauranga City Council’s elder housing portfolio. Ministry of Social Development have been supporting tenants living in the seven villages through the ownership transfer, which means Kāinga Ora is their new

Redhill state home provided foundation for whānau to thrive

The door is always open at Jeanette and Scotty’s home as they welcome you to sit at their kitchen table where Jeanette has lovingly set-up kai. he is today. "Mum and dad always installed in me and my brothers and sister to strive for better and to care for those in need. These values have led me to this

Otago woman crafts a life of kindness and caring

From premature babies to people in their final days of life, hundreds of Otago people have benefited from Eleanor’s huge heart – and her passion for knitting and crochet. And that’s just the start of the incredible impact this Mosgiel woman has on those around her. to knitting as a young girl, by a teacher that saw something in her. “I’m dyslexic, and back then they couldn’t be bothered with me at school, they put me down

Life’s challenges no match for an independent spirit

Life has thrown Lydia its fair share of challenges, but that hasn’t stopped her living it the way she wants to. with. But after processing what this meant for me, I said to myself ‘life is for living’ and I wasn’t going to dwell on the hand life had dealt me.’’ With the

Moving out

There are many reasons you may need to move to another home. We’re here to help, so give us a call if you want to move and we can chat about your situation, your housing needs and what housing options you may have. hiahia ki ō mātou kāinga, ka taea pea e koe te wehe atu i mua atu mēnā he mā, he tika tō kāinga, ā, ki te whakaae mātou kia mutu tōmua te retihanga. Ina pēnei ai

A stable home for Jamie after 60 years

Jamie from Palmerston North knows better than anyone what a difference a stable home can make. regular basis, which means I am able to relieve her other caregiver.” In addition, Jamie says the stability of the home has allowed his son to make decisions about

Big steps forward for father and daughter

When Shemaiah moved into his new Kāinga Ora home with his one-year-old daughter earlier this year, it coincided with an important milestone in their lives. given Tiare the biggest room because she’s got more stuff than me!” The pair are thriving in their new home. Shemaiah has signed up to begin a pathways course at

New home is just right

When Jacob first went to visit his new home, he wanted to move in right then and there. The Kāinga Ora state home just ticked all the boxes. , and then ensuring the person, or whānau, feels settled in their new home. "Sam’s done a lot for me," Jacob says. He’s been a rock. He really took time to listen

A garden to remember

Craig was devastated when his mother passed away, but keeping a garden in her memory is helping the Kāinga Ora customer get through. memorial to his mother. “Seeing Craig’s dedication to his home and garden is an inspiration, and chatting with him is always a pleasure.” Craig plans to restore the bird bath given to him by his mother.

Retirement filled with important mahi for busy Rose

Many people think about giving back to their community, but at age 80, Rose has made it her life’s mission to help those in need. Even in retirement, Rose volunteers almost every day of the week at charities across Auckland. important to me that I can give back to society what I got from society”, Rose says. Rose moved into her Kāinga Ora home last year and her Housing Support Manager

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