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A place to put down roots

Just a few weeks after moving into their newly renovated home in Greymouth, Michelle and Ché have settled in so well that they’re already planning their new garden. is also excited about exploring their new neighbourhood after moving from central Greymouth to Cobden. “The neighbours are lovely and we’re close to the beach

A safe haven for a Tauranga mum and daughters

“It feels like a safe haven for us” says mum of two Chevelle, who earlier this year moved into a new Kāinga Ora home in Tauranga.

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. and walking along the beach, so we were lucky enough to have the opportunity of a place there,” Peter, now 85 years old, said. The Britannia St property would

12 new public homes for Gisborne whānau

Twelve new public homes were blessed by Tairāwhiti kaikarakia Morehu Pewhairangi recently before whānau move in. Olympic Pools and Waikanae Beach.” “The new home has a battery charging station and access for a mobility scooter. Shopping will be easier, and the big difference is, I will not need to rely on anyone else to get my groceries.”

Downsizing no barrier to creating supreme garden

In just over a year, Auckland customer Lagi has transformed the outside of her Kāinga Ora home into an oasis of hibiscus and Christmas lilies. plentiful vegetables. She’s made her garden a haven for her entire whānau to gather, meet and collectively take pride in. Community Gardener – Annwyne, Whanganui&nbsp

From couch surfing to a place to call home

After years of couch surfing with friends’ and family and living in a pup tent, James (Ngāti Porou, Tūhoe) finally has a place to call home. my first two-man pup tent,” James says. “I’ve spent so much time in that little tent it’s sentimental now. I’ve bounced between camping at the beach and

‘Challenging preconceptions’: Canterbury social housing wins third award

A Kāinga Ora development has for the third time been recognised for its high-quality architectural design. ’, these 28 warm, modern, light-filled units provide a haven for single tenants. Open areas between the units, with carefully considered and integrated

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