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  • New home a game-changer for wheelchair sports enthusiast

    Wheelchair sports enthusiast and Dunedin local Dillon says his wellbeing has improved tenfold since he moved into his fully accessible Kāinga Ora home. wheelchair sports. A talented wheelchair rugby player and core member of the Otago ‘Wheelanders’ team, Dillon is focussed on growing the sport and, as president of

  • More housing solutions for Rotorua on the way

    Further progress has been made in bringing on more housing solutions in Rotorua, with the purchase of a 30 unit property which will provide over 80 people with warm and dry temporary housing. .       Darren Toy, Kāinga Ora Regional Director Bay of Plenty says the purchase is good news for those in need of housing.      “Around 80

  • New town provides new life for father and son

    Single dad Rob never imagined he and his son Tamawhero would end up living in Invercargill, but a move to the deep south has delivered them a new home and new outlook on life. business turned out to be local charity Koha Kai, who provide training and employment for the disability community. They also provide lunches in schools across

  • Kāinga Ora helping keen Kiwis into trades

    Kāinga Ora is helping dozens of Kiwis into trades, thanks to its apprenticeship programme. 1 News last night cast the spotlight on the growing number of Kiwis upping tools, particularly women, Māori and Pasifika. The news team visited Team 1’s

  • “Our lives have changed” Hastings customers thrive with community and connection

    A warm, safe, permanent home really does change the lives of the people who live in them – just ask Paula, Fia and their families. will be next month. I finally feel secure,” Paula says. “The children are happy and getting involved in sports at school. They are really enjoying having friends

  • Changes announced for KiwiBuild programme

    Minister of Housing, Hon. Dr Megan Woods, has announced changes to the KiwiBuild programme.  , and the shared ownership scheme First Home Partner. View the full range of homeownership products and resources administered by Kāinga Ora . Recent KiwiBuild

  • Emergency and disaster preparedness

    Emergencies can happen anywhere, any time and without warning. We can look after ourselves and the people we care about by knowing the different ways to stay informed. these stations: Radio New Zealand The Hits NewstalkZB MoreFM Radio Live Online For local updates, our council and local Civil Defence Emergency Management

  • Overview and latest news

    An overview of our organisation and financing approach, as well as the latest news Latest news Changes to Kāinga Ora financing arrangements - 11 November 2022 The Government has confirmed a financing change for Kāinga Ora – Homes and

  • Partnering in Ōpōtiki for new homes

    More public housing is on the way in Ōpōtiki following the purchase by Kāinga Ora of land from Ōpōtiki District Council. much of their existing stock. This is great news and it should start making a dent in the long local waiting lists,” Mr McConway said. Mr McConway also

  • News

    See the latest updates from Kāinga Ora – Homes and Communities.