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Massey High School students shine on Kāinga Ora work placement

Three Massey High School students have gone from “shy as” to “keen and eager” thanks to one-month work placements with civil construction alliance Piritahi. eager all the way through. They’re articulate, enthusiastic young guys and have really impressed us with their skills. “These types of training initiatives are

Dave’s toy-making skills bring a spark of joy

For the past two years, wooden toys carefully created in Dave’s North Canterbury home workshop have brightened up the lives of kids in need. be fixed.” Dave’s manager Jackie describes him as a “good Kiwi, big hearted bloke.” “He doesn’t do any of this for the recognition…he’s one of the world’s good guys.” 

Creating consenting efficiency

Consentium, the Kāinga Ora Building Consent Authority, has recently celebrated its six-month milestone and is already exceeding expectations. with the efficiency of Consentium processes. “The inspectors are knowledgeable, helpful and collaborative. They work as a team with our guys onsite, which makes

Wairoa housing development builds homes and futures

A major housing development in Wairoa is not only delivering much-needed homes but also creating valuable employment and training opportunities for local people. development since the beginning, including four who are progressing through building apprenticeships. “For the guys doing their apprenticeship they can’t complete it if

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. the area. For a young, growing family, it provided the foundation and stability they needed. "All the homes in the area were state housing, but we never saw it

Mosgiel neighbours two peas in a pod

Ann and Marie are such good friends they finish each other’s sentences. over adjusting to living in their new modern and more compact homes. “It’s a neat little community and we all look out for each other. When you go out to your

Upgraded home a life-changer for Allison

I am happy now, and my anxiety is gone. That’s how much a newly renovated home has changed the life of Mahora resident Allison. for our local contractors.” “We currently have two main local companies who are doing most of the work in Hawkes Bay. A third local contractor is working at

Locals lap up Stone Soup event

A local Whanganui community event with close ties to Kāinga Ora has been connecting the community for more than 12 years. , as well as anything in between. More recently, she has helped plan the event. For Saturday’s event, she got Bunnings on board to donate $100 worth of seeds

I never thought I’d need help with housing

When a house fire left Ngarangi and her grandchildren with nothing, they found Kāinga Ora was there to help them start over. Ngarangi had her hands full raising five moko (grandchildren) when disaster struck. The whānau were at a wedding when she received a call to say her home in Mt

Debbie takes community mindedness to the next level

As soon as you meet Debbie, her passion for helping others is clear. Over the years, Debbie has volunteered her time and skills to help others in her community – something she has always been inspired to do. do that,” says Debbie. One of the ways Debbie gives back is by running a food bank, C3 Cares, through her church. In fact, if you visit Debbie on a weekday

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