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“Kāinga Tau” means a home where people feel settled, safe and supported. It’s more than just having a roof over your head – its about creating a space where whānau can thrive, feel a sense of belonging and enjoy wellbeing and calm.
Previously called Sustainable Tenancies, Kāinga Tau began as a support programme for whānau at risk of losing their tenancy. It has now expanded to support all whānau in Residential Tenancy.
We know renting can be challenging. It’s your home, but not fully your own, and many whānau worry about the housing crisis or speaking up about issues.
Kāinga Tau is here to make renting better for everyone.
We give you free help with:
Anyone who rents a home in Taupō or Tūrangi can get our help.
What you need to know:
The service is completely free
You’ll need to sign a form so we can talk to your landlord or property manager on your behalf
You can stop using our service anytime you want
We’ll work with you until your problems are solved
Fill out our online form or email us at heiwikainga@tst.maori.nz
Our Senior Kāinga Coach will talk to you about what help you need
We’ll have a meeting to understand exactly what support you need
Together we’ll create a plan that shows what needs to happen and who will do what
We’ll keep track of how things are going and ask how you feel about the help you’re getting
We’ll work together until your rental situation is stable and you’re happy with your home
He Iwi Kainga is the Tūwharetoa Settlement Trust's housing strategy, set up in 2019 to help with the housing needs of Ngāti Tūwharetoa whanau.
The Trust provides a number of grants to support our marae operational costs and benefit the people of Tūwharetoa.
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You can download the Whakapapa Registration Form or you can complete your Whakapapa Registration online >
