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Ripeka, 71, is a real-life fitness influencer

Whaea Ripeka doesn’t need social media to gain a following, her mana is such that young people follow her wherever she goes. to the city pool where she swims four days a week. “I take the young ones under my wing,” says Ripeka. “I see potential in them, and I want to encourage them

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. , is continuing to reconnect with his whakapapa (genealogy) and his language. He is also encouraging his daughter to learn Te Reo Māori. Tiare is enjoying attending

Close to Home tenant newsletter

Close to Home is a tenant newsletter supported by Kāinga Ora. Read about local communities, recipes, tips, advice and staying safe around the home. English [PDF, 3 MB] Download a summary to Close to Home in: Te reo Māori [PDF, 749 KB] Chinese [PDF, 898 KB] Samoan [PDF, 874 KB] Tongan [PDF, 726 KB] @Home Autumn

Creating a sense of whānau for the whole neighbourhood

Tāmaki Makaurau customer Jacqui is legendary in her West Auckland community. As well as caring for her six – soon to be seven children – she spends much of her time volunteering at the Glenavon Community Hub near her Kāinga Ora home. with their cultural identity and fill their kete with knowledge,” Jacqui says. Whaea Jacqui leads free lessons in te reo Māori and tikanga. “Running these classes

Kāinga Ora home a place to make new memories

Blenheim mum Maria and her whānau gather around the dining table in the kitchen of their Kāinga Ora home every day, connecting with each other over kai. is a Te Reo Māori tutor. After volunteering at the local community gardens for four years, Maria now works part-time at Bunnings, where she organises community

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. others who might be in a similar situation to think about how moving to a smaller home might benefit them. “Peter is such a lovely man and I’m so happy he

Healthier homes under Homestar

A new standard in public housing is already helping tenants save money on power bills and providing warmer, healthier homes. on yet. Words just can’t say how happy I am." Homestar, which is run by the New Zealand Green Building Council, is a national residential rating tool to evaluate

Home reno adds to Nelson couple’s festive cheer

Ivy and Glynn are loving having a morning cuppa on their deck in the summer sunshine since returning to their newly renovated Kāinga Ora home in Nelson. and try to get out there as much as possible. We are so spoilt here.” Ivy and Glynn have lived in their home for eight years. While they were happy with the way

The room to reflect

It’s close to 12-months since Tony and his beloved dog Keeber moved into their brand new Kāinga Ora home in Northland. As the milestone approaches, Tony reflects on how his life has changed, and the room he credits with creating a community. – it’s bliss,” he says. It’s the first Monday of the month, which means Tony is taking a short stroll from his home to the onsite community room for a regular

Carpentry student starts big through scholarship scheme

Montell is learning on the job of a flagship development in Auckland and loving every minute of it. the end of the year to find a job.  It is a relief to know I already have one.” Montell arrives on site at 7.30am and has so far learned how to cut

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