“I would not have imagined that the need would still be as great”

No let-up in demand for foodbank service

2006. While the Lower Hutt foodbank gave thanks for its 20 years in the community at a mid-week service at St. James Anglican Church, the use of foodbanks continued to increase in some areas of New Zealand.

“What will be the impact of proposals on the poorest and most vulnerable members of our society”

Getting Brash over welfare reform

2005. Christian-based organisations are calling National Party leader Don Brash’s proposals for welfare reform backward measures.

Caring, loving, supportive environment

City Mission

2000. “People at the bottom of the heap” are the focus of Christian based Wellington City Mission.