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Awhina Whakatau Trust – “Stay Strong, Move Smart”

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Weekly Update – Training Programme

ReportDate: 29 November 2025

Location: 236 Broadway Avenue, Palmerston North

Time: 11:30am – 13:30pm

Attendance: 13 participants


🏡 1. Overview of Saturday’s Training

On 29 November 2025, Awhina Whakatau Trust delivered the first session of our “Stay Strong, Move Smart – Safe Living & Housing Confidence” programme.

The session featured interactive learning, real property demonstrations, and direct community engagement. Families reported feeling more confident and connected through hands-on learning and open discussion.

📊 2. What We Did This Week

✔ 1. Questionnaire Survey

Participants completed a short survey to help us understand their housing challenges, including:

  • Issues with repairs

  • Winter moisture and mould

  • Communication barriers

  • House rules and neighbourhood expectations

This feedback will guide the content of the next three sessions.



✔ 2. On-site Property Walkthrough & Demonstration

We visited an actual property to provide practical training on:

  • Identifying ventilation needs

  • Recognising mould risks

  • How to store rubbish correctly

  • Understanding what “clean and tidy” looks like for inspections

  • How to check basic house features (smoke alarms, extractor fans, heating)

Families said this was one of the most helpful parts of the day.

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✔ 3. Participant Sharing on Stage

Several participants joined us on stage to share:

  • Their past housing experiences

  • Common challenges they faced when they first arrived

  • Tips on communication with property managers

Their stories encouraged and inspired other families.

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✔ 4. Lucky Draw – Community Fun & Celebration

To celebrate participation, we held a $50 gift card lucky draw.This small moment of fun helped bring the group together and created a warm and friendly learning atmosphere.

🌱 3. Community Impact

The Stay Strong, Move Smart programme continues to support:

  • Housing stability and confidence

  • Positive settlement experiences for new families

  • Improved communication between tenants and service providers

  • A stronger community reputation for refugee families

Your support is helping build a welcoming and empowered community.

🤝 4. Acknowledgements

Awhina Whakatau Trust sincerely thanks:

  • Ethnic Communities Fund (ECF)

  • DKSH New Zealand

  • Burger King

  • All volunteers, interpreters, and supporters

Your contributions make this programme possible.


📆 5. Next Session Reminder

🗓 Saturday, 6 December 2025🕒 11:30am – 12:30pm📍 236 Broadway Avenue, Palmerston North. , Free parking behind the building

5 $25 gift card lucky draw will be held again.

📞 6. Contact Us

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