Help for Hutt Valley families experiencing domestic abuse
Domestic violence is a pervasive, life-threatening crime that impacts 1 out of 3 women and families in the Hutt Valley. Please help us help the victims.
Our collectors will be in the streets receiving your generous donations for Hutt City Women’s Refuge (6-8 July) and Kōkiri Marae Māori Women's Refuge (19-20 July). Donate online, or text 4327 to give $3 to Hutt City Women's Refuge.
Hutt City Women’s Refuge needs your help to be able to continue our wraparound services for women and families experiencing family violence.
Services include:
- 24 / 7 Crisis Line – 0800 REFUGE (0800 733 843)
- Advice, advocacy and support for those experiencing domestic violence
- Safe House accommodation
Hutt City Women's Refuge would like to thank Cummings, Kilgariff & Co Realty for their support.
Visit Hutt City Women's Refuge on Facebook.
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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59.5% Yes, supporting people is important!
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25.9% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.6% ... It is complicated
A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
If you multiply this number by any other number, the answer will always be the same. What number is this?
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
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