Housing First programme to end homelessness in Rotorua

The programme, a partnership of LinkPeople, Lifewise and Taumata o Ngāti Whakaue Trust, is in recognition of World Homeless Day. “Housing First is a proven, internationally recognised programme that supports the homeless with high and complex needs. “It provides them...

More than 1500 housed this winter

“As we had feared, homelessness was worse than ever this winter, with record numbers of people coming forward for help,” Phil Twyford said. “It’s going to take a concerted effort over many years to end homelessness. The housing crisis was created over a decade and...

Ministry of Social Development here to help on housing needs

“For anyone who is in need, the Ministry of Social Development is still the place to come if you are homeless, or need access to public housing,” says Mr Boyle. “You can get in touch with us on 0800 559 009, or call into your nearest MSD Service...

Auckland Council in breach of Human Rights Act

Waipareira CEO John Tamihere told Mayor Phil Goff – fresh from his ‘Hunt for the Homeless’ stunt – the policy enforced by Panuku, the property arm of council, was discriminatory. He said Goff must be aware this policy will generate more homeless. There is no...