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  • Josh’s journey to supporting others

    When Josh was going through one of the most difficult moments of his life, rather than focusing solely on his own journey, his thoughts turned to how he could help others in the same situation. place has given him a greater sense of independence, and made his life easier. “I have this space and the freedom to take control of my own life again. To be able

  • Art passion helps overcome challenges

    Faced with challenges throughout his life, Stuart turned to his passion for airbrushed art to help get him through. Now with a Kāinga Ora home as a stable base and his cat Little One by his side, he’s been able to hone his skills to produce some incredible artwork. thriving there. “It’s been the perfect base for me to focus on my wellbeing and has given me the freedom to work on my art,” says Stuart. “I’m really enjoying

  • Māngere Community Enviro Hub: ‘From picking up rubbish, to planting out trees, to feeding the people’

    Mangere community groups have taken a site provided by Kāinga Ora and grown it into a space to connect and protect their environment. aware of their environment. Creating environment hubs like this gives the freedom for communities to come and engage, and feel like it’s a space that’s theirs

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    Kāinga Ora provides social housing and support to individuals and families across New Zealand. stated in the Act applies. Official Information Act 1982 (external link) New Zealand Bill of Rights Act 1990 Sets out the rights and freedoms of all individuals in

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