Hutt Valley Women's Refuge

15/06/2026

Thank you to all our volunteers, past and present, for your selfless dedication and support of the mahi we do at Hutt Valley Women's Refuge. Your time, compassion, and commitment have made a meaningful difference in the lives of the wāhine and whānau we serve🫶

Keen to get onboard? https://www.huttvalleywomensrefuge.org.nz/volunteer

09/06/2026

A reminder for anyone who has a hidden phone - emergency alerts may sound even if your device is on silent. If you have a concealed phone, consider turning it off or switching it to flight mode during the test to help keep it hidden and maintain your safety.

Please share this information with anyone who may need it💜

NZ Civil Defence are testing the Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) system on Sunday 14 June, between 6-7pm ⚠️📲

If you have a hidden second phone for your safety, we recommend turning it off or putting it in flight mode for the duration of the test (6-7pm on Sunday 14 June) to ensure it’s not discovered when the nationwide Emergency Mobile Alert is sent.

Some mobile devices set to silent mode will still emit a sound when the Emergency Mobile Alert test is sent, so switching to flight mode or turning off your device is the only way to avoid the loud sound of the alert.

You can find more information about the Emergency Mobile Alert system, including a factsheet and list of FAQs at 🚨 https://getready.govt.nz/en/prepared/ema

05/06/2026

25/05/2026

From today, stalking and harassment are crimes in New Zealand. You are not alone, and support is available. Call us 24/7 on 0800 REFUGE.

For more information, visit: https://www.police.govt.nz/sites/default/files/publications/info-factsheet-people-being-stalked.pdf.

01/05/2026

A huge thank you to Kindness Collective Foundation for your incredible support in providing PJs for the tamariki at Hutt Valley Women’s Refuge 💜 We truly appreciate your kindness and commitment to supporting our community.

Keen to get onboard? The PJ Project is now live and you can drop off brand new PJs to The Warehouse. This year the Kindness Collective Foundation are aiming to support 20,000 children with PJs. Let's make it happen!

23/04/2026

Hutt Valley Women’s Refuge is seeking a volunteer Treasurer to join our Governance Board and help guide the financial wellbeing of our Refuge.

For more info please visit https://www.huttvalleywomensrefuge.org.nz/treasurerinfopack

21/04/2026

We’re currently supporting a client who is in urgent need of a few essential household items.

If anyone has any of the following in good, working condition and is willing to donate, it would be hugely appreciated:
- Queen or double bed (with mattress)
- Washing machine

If you can help please give us a call on 04 569 1040 ext 2. Thank you so much for your support🫶

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20/04/2026

Due to the current weather warning, Hutt Valley Women’s Refuge will be closed today to ensure the health and safety of both our staff and clients.

For urgent support please call our 24/7 Crisis Line on 0800 833 843.

Much aroha from the team at HVWR 💜

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24/03/2026

We’re so grateful to Sarah for this incredibly thoughtful gesture 💐
These gorgeous bouquets arrived just in time, and we’ll be sharing them with the wāhine attending our Women’s Safety Programme today.

Check out her page and the beautiful work she's doing!

07/03/2026

Happy International Women's Day from the team at Hutt Valley Women's Refuge.

Every day we see the strength, courage and resilience of the wāhine in our community and today we celebrate it a little louder.

We encourage you to take a moment to celebrate the incredible women in your life, uplift their voices, and stand alongside them not just today, but every day.

www.huttwomen.org.nz