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• • Ngā Kōrero – Latest Stories from DCM

    • 19 Aug 2024
    • Downtown Community Ministry
    • Ngā Kōrero – Latest Stories from DCM Ngā Kōrero – Latest Stories from DCM communities where whānau are housed, connected, valued and thriving About Us Contact A Message From Our Manahautū Navigating the Shifting Landscape of Homelessness Stephen Turnock, Manahautū (Director) at DCM Kia ora koutou The landscape of the Social Sector in New Zealand has been rapidly changing, especially with recent government policy shifts. At DCM, we have observed the challenges these changes bring within the homeless environment we serve. We firmly believe that housing should be a human right without preset conditions, but as a nation, we appear to be moving further away from this ideal. This shift has significant consequences for the most vulnerable members of our society - those who depend on support to secure safe and stable housing. Housing is not just a physical structure; it is the foundation of wellbeing, stability, and a sense of belonging. Unfortunately, recent policies have increasingly treated housing as a privilege, contingent on meeting specific criteria. This has made it more difficult for those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness to access the housing they desperately need. Conditions such as employment, sobriety, or other benchmarks create barriers that impact the most vulnerable, including those with mental health issues, addiction challenges, or histories of trauma. It is expected that the current direction will continue to impact generations of Māori, who are already disproportionately represented in negative social and health outcomes. The overrepresentation of Māori in these statistics is a stark reminder of the systemic inequities that continue to affect their communities. The barriers created by current housing policies exacerbate these disparities, making it even more challenging for Māori to access the support they need to achieve stable housing and better life outcomes. At DCM, we remain steadfast in our commitment to supporting those who are left behind by these policy shifts. Our approach is whānau-centered, focusing on holistic, wraparound support that addresses housing needs and the broader challenges whānau face. We continue to advocate for fundamental changes that prioritise getting people into warm, safe, long-term housing with intensive support services. This evidence-based approach has consistently yielded positive outcomes, including improved health, stronger social connections, and greater financial sustainability. Our efforts to support highly vulnerable individuals are more critical now than ever. Through programs like Housing First and Sustaining Tenancies, we have seen people who were once entrenched in homelessness achieve remarkable transformations - moving into permanent housing, reconnecting with whānau, and rebuilding their lives. These outcomes reinforce our belief that with the right support, everyone has the potential to thrive. Addressing homelessness requires a collaborative approach. Decades of research and evidence prove that working proactively with all agencies, including the government, is the most effective way to create lasting change. Housing should be a human right, and we will continue to work towards a future where everyone has access to safe, stable housing without conditions. Our work at DCM is far from over, but with the support of you, our partners, and the community, we believe we can build a more just and equitable society for all. Ngā mihi nui Stephen Turnock Manahautū The Work Doesn't Stop at a Roof Moses and Penny, Kaimahi in our Noho Pai team Finding a house is a huge part of our whānau’s journey – but that is often just the beginning. At DCM, our Noho Pai (Sustaining Tenancies) team works hard everyday to ensure that our most vulnerable whānau not only remain housed but also find stability, belonging, and hope for their future. The Noho Pai service steps in when whānau are at risk of losing their homes. Penny and Moses, two of our dedicated Kaimahi (staff), describe their work as a daily commitment to walking alongside whānau in their toughest times, as their equals. Our team receives referrals from various sources, both from within DCM and from external agencies. The reasons for referral vary - unpaid rent, property maintenance issues, or unauthorised occupants - but the goal is always the same: keep the whānau housed. The people that Noho Pai work with are among Wellington’s most marginalised. Many have been let down by the systems meant to support them. They’re wary of help, often feeling judged or mistreated. Noho Pai seeks to be different: uplifting and empowering rather than taking over. DCM is often considered the ‘last resort’ for many of these whānau but we don’t see it that way. “They lose their voice. Society judges them, or mistreats them, and they no longer have a voice. So we become their voice, for as long as they need us to be.”- Penny, Noho Pai The immense adjustments that come with transitioning from homelessness to permanent housing means that whānau often find it difficult to manage a household and pay their rent and other bills. Living on very low-incomes, they may need support with groceries, budgeting, or connecting with other organisations. Faced with so many new responsibilities, these ‘basic’ skills can feel overwhelming. Previous trauma and addiction can create a cascade of problems, while mental health issues often lead to labels like ‘anti-social,’ which Penny and Moses find dismissive and unhelpful. These labels can further alienate whānau, they say, making reintegration into society more difficult. The stories our Kaimahi hear are often difficult and confronting, but they also create perspective which makes the ‘small’ successes all the more meaningful. It’s about celebrating every victory - especially when whānau take ownership of their journey, set new goals, and ask, “What do I need to do to achieve this?” We stay with our whānau for as long as they need us, celebrating their growth and successes along the way. And when they’re ready to move forward on their own, we develop an exit plan together, ensuring they know they can always come back. The work doesn’t stop at a roof. It’s just the beginning of a journey - one that Noho Pai walks with whānau every step of the way. An Outreach Walk with Tamatha Paul MP Tamatha Paul along with her assistant and members of our Outreach Team being serenaded by whānau on the streets of Wellington MP Tamatha Paul recently met with DCM to discuss the challenges currently faced by our whānau in Wellington. She also joined our Toro Atu team on an outreach walk to connect directly with those who are rough-sleeping. Tamatha’s visit allowed us to highlight the difficulties our whānau are experiencing and the importance of working together to tackle homelessness and support those in need. Thank you, Tamatha, for coming to visit! There are so many ways you can support DCM to make meaningful change in the lives of our whānau. We ask for your support because we know that what we do works - we see the results of our mahi everyday as we walk alongside whānau who are navigating challenges that many of us will not ever face. If you would like to support us, please do so by clicking the button below. Support DCM Copyright © 2024 DCM. All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: DCM Wellington, 2 Lukes Lane, Te Aro, Wellington Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.
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    Weekly news for Friday 1st July

    • 1 Jul 2022
    • St Andrews on the Terrace Presbyterian Church
    • E-news 1st July 2022 Our Sunday Matariki service was a great success. The vision and hopes of our parishioners were shared on the star-shaped pieces of paper. The soup and bread was delicious and the people of Wadestown Presbyterian felt welcomed and included in our service and lunch. Be good for us to do more […]
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    St Andrew's on the Terrace, 30, The Terrace, Paekākā, Wellington Central, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)
  
  

• • Weekly E-News for 23rd January 2026

    • 3 Feb 2026
    • St Andrews on the Terrace Presbyterian Church
    • Happy New Year, and welcome to our first E-News for 2026. Talofa lava, Kia ora tatou. It has been a quiet reflective time for me since Christmas, and as we step […]
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    Weekly E-news for 23 February 2024

    • 23 Feb 2024
    • St Andrews on the Terrace Presbyterian Church
    • E-NEWS 23 FEBRUARY 2024 I do recall that the words in my last E News before I went to Samoa was “hope you have an uneventful 2 weeks!”. Maybe you did but […]
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• • Weekly E-News for 24 October 2025

    • 24 Oct 2025
    • St Andrews on the Terrace Presbyterian Church
    • E-NEWS FRIDAY 24TH OCTOBER 2025 Talofa lava. Ellen Murray and I travelled to Christchurch, to St Paul’s Trinity Pacific, for the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa, New […]
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    St Andrew's on the Terrace, 30, The Terrace, Paekākā, Wellington Central, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)
  
  

• • Who are the single season points and try scoring record holders?

    • 7 Mar 2015
    • Wellington Club Weekly
    • Above: Brandyn Laursen (left) and Mike Clamp (right) who we think hold the respective Wellington club rugby single season points and try scoring records.
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    Worser Bay, Marine Parade, Seatoun, Wellington, 6022, New Zealand/Aotearoa (OpenStreetMap)
  
  
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    Age Concern’s Latest E-Newsletter

    • 13 Feb 2024
    • Age Concern Wellington
    • Welcome you to another edition of our newsletter. We hope you’ve enjoyed your week so far. This week is packed full of celebrations! The Waitangi Day celebrations attracted possibly the biggest crowds ever this year. The general theme of the three days was kotahitanga (unity), with some debates about the Treaty Principles alongside the usual ... Read more
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    Feedback on the Golden Mile - by 26 July

    • 30 Jun 2020
    • Hataitai Community Website
    • The Let’s Get Wellington Moving team is seeking feedback on the Golden Mile until 26 July.
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• • Mitsubishi’s latest scandal: enough to shake it right out of the passenger-car market?

    • 26 Apr 2016
    • Jack Yan
    • Above: The Mitsubishi eK Wagon, one of the cars at the centre of the company’s latest scandal.
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    Latest Onslow College Newsletter out now: 19 February

    • 19 Feb 2026
    • Onslow College
    • Kia ora e te whānau, The latest Newsletter, He Karere o te Kura, is out now! This second edition of the year includes: Jono Wyeth’s latest update, impressive Literacy and Numeracy stats, important dates, a Property update, and some SchoolBridge tips.
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    Onslow College, Burma Road, Broadmeadows, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6037, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)
  
  
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    Weekly E-news for 1st November 2024

    • 1 Nov 2024
    • St Andrews on the Terrace Presbyterian Church
    • E NEWS 1ST NOVEMBER 2024 On Sunday evening Horizons performed by the Voces choir was absolutely fantastic. The singing was out of this world. For me it was wonderful to […]
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• • Weekly E-news for 9 May 2025

    • 9 May 2025
    • St Andrews on the Terrace Presbyterian Church
    • E-NEWS FRIDAY 9TH MAY 2025 Kia ora tatou I saw a Facebook post from Fei from the plane about to leave for Singapore – her sabbatical is now on very […]
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    Weekly E-news for 22 November 2024

    • 22 Nov 2024
    • St Andrews on the Terrace Presbyterian Church
    • E NEWS 22ND NOVEMBER 2024 Malo le soifua. What an extremely busy week it has been. Our AGM has come and gone for another year. Thank you to everyone who […]
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• • News for Sunday 25 October 2009

    • 23 Oct 2009
    • Karori Anglican Churches
    • Today   READINGSHebrews 2:14-18Matthew 26:36-45  COLLECTAlmighty and everlasting God, increase in us the gifts of faith, hope, and charity; and, that we may obtain what you promise, make us love what you command; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
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• • Influenza latest: Wellington moves to mangement phase (19/06/09)

    • 19 Jun 2009
    • Capital & Coast District Health Board
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    Early start for club rugby tomorrow as tight points table comes into focus

    • 31 May 2024
    • Wellington Club Weekly
    • After two heartbreaking losses, Johnsonville will want to bounce back and beat Paremata-Plimmerton away at Ngati Toa Domain tomorrow, while the Uppper Hutt Rams have a big home clash against Hutt Old Boys Marist. Photo: Andy McArthur. By Scott MacLean & Steven White By Scott MacLean & Steven White Most of tomorrow’s club rugby matches...
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    Plimmerton, Porirua, Porirua City, Wellington, 5026, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)
  
  

• • Weekly E-news for 5 September 2025

    • 5 Sep 2025
    • St Andrews on the Terrace Presbyterian Church
    • E-NEWS 7TH SEPTEMBER 2025 Spring is here, for me it’s my favorite season seeing the blossoms on the trees and knowing the cold will soon make way to warmth and […]
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    Weekly E-news for 31 May 2024

    • 31 May 2024
    • St Andrews on the Terrace Presbyterian Church
    • E NEWS 31ST MAY 2024 I’m just off to Queen Margaret College for a Samoan lunch as part of Samoan language week, le vaiaso o le gagana Samoa. Yesterday I was […]
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• • Weekly E-News for 10th April 2026

    • 10 Apr 2026
    • St Andrews on the Terrace Presbyterian Church
    • E-NEWS FRIDAY 10TH APRIL 2026 When thinking about what new I had to share this week my mind was dominated by the theme of doubt that the lectionary introduces for […]
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• • Latest enews…Keep up to date whats happening in our District

    • 18 Jul 2013
    • Click here for PDF version July13
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• • Weekly News: Time to submit

    • 22 Sep 2021
    • Evans Bay Yacht and Motorboat Club
    • Saturday saw another stunning Wellington day for water sports, hopefully this is a sign of what's to come for the 2021-22 summer. This...
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    Evans Bay Yacht And Motor Boat Club, 447, Evans Bay Parade, Hataitai, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6021, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)
  
  

• • News: Selection for national events

    • 22 May 2018
    • Olympic Harriers
    • Athletics Wellington has published its selection criteria for being chosen to re...
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    Crowded Points Table As Upper Hutt Topple Ories

    • 22 Jul 2007
    • Wellington Club Weekly
    • The Hardham Cup will go down to the wire next week following Upper Hutt's upset 17-11 win over previously unbeaten O...
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• • News for Sunday 21 December 2008

    • 18 Dec 2008
    • Karori Anglican Churches
    • E-mail from Nikky and Scott Wheeler Hujambo John and Chris.Please pass on our greetings and news to the rest of the church family.We have safely been in Dodoma, Tanzania for almost two week s now.  We have been very warmly welcomed by the local 'wazungu' (white person/foreigner) community at CAMS (Canon Andrea Mwaka School).  Unfortunately Bishop Mdimi Mhogolo and his wife are in Australia and New
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    Weekly E-news for 19 July 2024

    • 20 Jul 2024
    • St Andrews on the Terrace Presbyterian Church
    • You can read the full E-news here:
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    25/26 Registration is now open!

    • 27 Sep 2025
    • Karori Amateur Athletics Club
    • Registration for the new season is now open! Link to the form is here- Registration form More information...
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    Weekly New 26 June 2023

    • 26 Jun 2023
    • Wellington Scottish Athletics Club
    • This week Results Western States Endurance Race Dan Jones finished 5th in this 100-mile race with 5 kilometres of vertical elevation. The Western States is the oldest and one of the world’s most famous ultra-marathon trail races. Results Wellington Marathon, Half marathon, and 10km Some highlights (I haven’t captured everybody, sorry): Marathon: Emma Jackson, 3:56:40, took […]
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    Annual Plan 26 Submission Guide

    • 14 Apr 2026
    • Cycle Wellington
    • https://www.cyclewellington.org.nz/annual_plan_26_guide
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• • Holiday programme 26-30 September

    • 25 Sep 2016
    • Wellington Tennis Club
    • Our school holday programme is on this week. Bookings required. Details here.
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• • Vicars Letter - 26 April 2024

    • 25 Apr 2024
    • All Saints Hataitai
    • Rev Andrew Spence Kia ora All Saints whānau,As we met at Parish Council last week we were talking about 'Leading Your Church Into Growth.
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    All Saints Anglican Church, 90, Hamilton Road, Hataitai, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6021, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)