Pōneke Public Housing Futures

28/09/2026

What we said on the Labour housing announcement
https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PO2609/S00208/public-housing-advocates-welcome-6000-homes-but-say-we-need-many-more.htm

26/09/2026

✨ Online session alert ✨

Taking part in the 2026 General Election feels easier when you know what to expect.

If you are disabled, a caregiver or a support person, then you may have questions about the accessible options available to enrol and vote.

Join one of our online sessions to get practical information and ask the questions that matter to you.

1️⃣ Session 1 - Wednesday 30 September from 1pm - 2pm - https://www.facebook.com/share/1Jpy7zMxAX/

2️⃣ Session 2 - Thursday 15 October from 6pm - 7pm - https://www.facebook.com/share/1KETCKDvWA/

3️⃣ Session 3 - Tuesday 20 October from 6pm - 7pm - https://www.facebook.com/share/1HDV2imZXs/

NZSL interpreters will be present at the online events.

Find out more and register here: https://vote.nz/2026-general-election/resources/information-in-accessible-formats/accessible-online-information-sessions

26/09/2026

More news on Strathmore state housing. The letter shows 99 new state homes built by June 2027, and 6 homes refurbished in the last 2 years.

Sounds good until I think there are over 600 households on the wait list in Wellington for a place to live right now.

Its essential to keep the Nuku St land to build more homes. Use your vote wisely

Devastating news today that Nuku Street is for sale. There were 39 public homes planned for this site.

https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/property/residential/sections-for-sale/wellington/wellington/strathmore-park/listing/6148512922

25/09/2026

Keep public land in public hands - we need this for public housing

24/09/2026

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24/09/2026

At last something we could vote for pledges to spend $3 billion on 6000 new state houses over the next 4 years. Yes please they are sorely needed

Labour is promising to create more jobs by building homes, improving classrooms and repairing hospitals at a total cost of more than $4 billion.

19/09/2026

40 people sleeping rough into long term stable and affordable housing, such great work. Now time for Government to back it up with more public housing

This year, Dwell and DCM Wellington have worked together through the Housing First programme to move 40 people from rough sleeping into secure homes. That's a significant milestone and one that's making a visible difference in our communities.

Housing First works because a home provides the stability people need to focus on other areas of their lives.

One young Housing First tenant has taken their new tenancy incredibly seriously. They're studying, working, keeping in touch with our team and taking responsibility for their obligations. If rent is going to be late, they let us know. If something needs attention, they reach out.

Another tenant had been in their home for just three weeks when a tenancy inspection was due. Our team arrived expecting to see someone still settling in. Instead, they found a home that was meticulously cared for – everything in its place. For our tenancy team, it was a sign that the tenant valued their home and respected the opportunity which meant a great deal to them.

We're proud of this milestone, and even prouder of the people who are turning these houses into homes.