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Creative customer rests easy in new home

Salah feels like he can start afresh in his new Kāinga Ora home. He moved into a new development in Auckland’s New Lynn in February. became an art teacher at Dante Alighieri Italian Society in Alexandria. From there, he went to work at the society in Greece where he lived for several

New homes prove Massey students’ building cred

A group of West Auckland students have come out of school with building trade qualifications – and have the houses to prove it. Ora General Manager Construction and Innovation Patrick Dougherty says: “These young people are the future of construction in New Zealand. We’re immensely proud of their work, enthusiasm and positive attitudes.” 

Te is a creative force in her community

Since moving into Kāinga Ora apartment complex Te Mātāwai, Te has become known for her creativity and leadership skills. skills she’s put to great use in the Te Mātāwai community, contributing work to an onsite art exhibition, assisting with photography projects, taking photos at

Kat’z is safe and cosy in her inner-city apartment

From her new Kāinga Ora home, Kat’z looks out across the tops of the huge London Plane trees that line Greys Avenue in Auckland’s CBD. It’s a location she knows well but from a very different perspective. study or work on my art. I have my guitars in there, too.” When she’s not working in her role as a peer support worker, Kat’z likes to join some of the activities

Partnership produces “home for life”

As Pukeko Blue Ltd service users age and their ability or mobility declines, a new Kāinga Ora home built in partnership will continue to meet their needs. doors allow residents to move with ease, and wider benchtops mean more space to get creative with arts and crafts Stuart Manning, whose architecture firm worked

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. room or outside on the deck or do cooking. They have the space to grow and learn.” Art and crafts are something she and the girls love to do, and they recently

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

Celebrating the opening of Freeland Reserve in Roskill South

On Saturday 29 October the Roskill South community joined the Kāinga Ora Roskill Development Team to celebrate the reopening of Freeland Reserve. life Local artists’ and collaborators’ designs and work now adorn structures all across the park, providing an essential connection to the community and its

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. be their home for nearly 30 years. Peter had worked as a news photographer in Marlborough and had an interest in antiques, particularly chiming clocks

What’s in a name?

A group of Christchurch residents will name their complex, an idea formed to help continue building community spirit. of officers in the Phillipstown Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT), man the barbecue so everyone could share some kai. “We try to work in with groups like Kāinga

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