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5 Myths about Foodbanks and Who’s Asking for Food Support

5 Myths about Foodbanks and Who’s Asking for Food Support

As providers of food support in our local community, one question we’re frequently asked is, “Are foodbanks really necessary?” For some people the question is a legitimate request to understand the needs of others. For others the question hides an...

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Tee’s Story – I feel like I’m part of the whānau

Tee’s Story – I feel like I’m part of the whānau

In 2013, when she was feeling out of control with her finances, Tee took what was an enormous step for her; she reached out for help from Money Mentors, Visionwest’s financial mentoring team. Now she’s part of the Visionwest family and a Whai...

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Manaaki Kai Opening – Visionwest’s Social Supermarket

Manaaki Kai Opening – Visionwest’s Social Supermarket

Manaaki Kai, Visionwest’s social supermarket opened on Thursday 8 June. The social supermarket opening At the opening, following a mihi whakatau and waiata, Lisa, our CEO, reminded us that we are on a journey to build hope together and, for some...

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Budget 2023 Response

Budget 2023 Response

Introduction Prior to the delivery of the 2023 Budget, delivered on May 18, the Government announced that there would be a focus on the flood recovery for regions hit by Cyclone Gabrielle. Over $1 billion was allocated to the relief response,...

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LATEST VISIONWEST REPORT – Christmas Hardship

LATEST VISIONWEST REPORT – Christmas Hardship

Each year Visionwest runs Christmas From The Heart a collaborative initiative centred on addressing Christmas hardship in Te Uru o Tāmaki Makaurau (West Auckland). The latest report from Visionwest provides an insightful overview of the 2022...

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