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The long-term impact of economic harm

November 20, 2023 2:57 pm Published by Comments Off on The long-term impact of economic harm

“I didn’t know emotional abuse was considered domestic violence. I didn’t know economic harm was a form of abuse.” These are things we hear all too often and it was no different with our client, Rebecca, who experienced physical, emotional,...

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The pressure to cope means making difficult choices to get through

November 3, 2023 1:44 pm Published by Comments Off on The pressure to cope means making difficult choices to get through

Having a reliable car is very important for Lagi and her large extended family. Two members of her family are dependent on her, so a car means being able to get them to specialist appointments. When Lagi’s car stopped working, she...

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Why Vijay chose to work for Good Shepherd NZ

October 9, 2023 9:53 am Published by Comments Off on Why Vijay chose to work for Good Shepherd NZ

A lack of support for people struggling financially, concern about people being exploited and his drive for justice and good are what influenced Vijay to join Good Shepherd NZ as a Loan Worker. Now, over three years later, his passion...

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Good Shepherd welcomes new Chief Executive

September 25, 2023 4:47 pm Published by Comments Off on Good Shepherd welcomes new Chief Executive

Good Shepherd NZ is excited to announce Emma Saunders as our new Chief Executive Emma stepped in to lead the organisation as interim Chief Executive in mid-2023, and the Good Shepherd Board is delighted that Emma has agreed to continue...

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How can I make a difference as a Tongan?

September 8, 2023 10:10 am Published by Comments Off on How can I make a difference as a Tongan?

Victoria’s passion is ensuring that the financial wellbeing of the Pacific communities in New Zealand is protected. Ever since her first job with Tamaki Budgeting in 2017, Victoria has been passionate about protecting the financial wellbeing of the Pacific communities in Aotearoa....

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From breaking point to financial freedom

August 31, 2023 4:20 pm Published by Comments Off on From breaking point to financial freedom

We all know that scams are everywhere, and constantly becoming more sophisticated, making them tough to navigate. Unfortunately, Jane found this out the hard way. Scrolling Facebook one day, what she thought was a great deal, turned out to be...

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Good Now, Good Later loans

August 18, 2023 11:56 am Published by Comments Off on Good Now, Good Later loans

Small loans for people who need a hand with immediate, essential costs Good Shepherd NZ created Good Now, Good Later loans as an alternative for people dealing with high living costs who are particularly exposed to getting caught in the...

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Moratorium on attachment orders

August 4, 2023 3:02 pm Published by Comments Off on Moratorium on attachment orders

We are proud to be in a group of NGOs seeking a moratorium on attachment orders against all benefits, a practice that affects 20,000 people at a total cost of $29 million a year.  On Tuesday 25th of July a...

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New budget: a chance to breathe

May 19, 2023 2:11 pm Published by Comments Off on New budget: a chance to breathe

Clients will have more money left in their pockets and more time on their hands thanks to earlier access to ECE, discounted transport and waived prescription fees; all of which have been announced in the 2023 Government Wellbeing budget. “Too...

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Struggling families ‘stuck’ using buy now pay later for essentials

May 9, 2023 9:18 am Published by Comments Off on Struggling families ‘stuck’ using buy now pay later for essentials

Struggling families are getting caught in a poverty trap by racking up hundreds of dollars of debt using buy now pay later schemes for meat, nappies and other everyday essentials, budget advisers warn. Financial mentors are increasingly alarmed by the...

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