by Louise Rees | Mar 15, 2021 | News Media, Stories
Citizens Advice Bureau is celebrating its 50th year in New Zealand. Two volunteers from different generations tell about their experiences of volunteering for CAB. Read the article here.
by Louise Rees | Mar 8, 2021 | Loneliness, News Media, Stories
A podcast by Jessie Chiang explores the social and emotional impact of multiple lockdowns in Auckland. Listen to the podcast here.
by Louise Rees | Feb 10, 2021 | Loneliness, News Media
Members of the Tapawera Mothers’ Group meet every Friday morning at the Tapawera Playcentre. Read more about how the group provides purpose, company, and nurturing for new mums.
by Louise Rees | Feb 1, 2021 | News Media
Andrea Hall, left, moved in with Eileen Bell in mid-July as part of a ‘homeshare’ scheme that has enabled the 98-year-old to remain in her home of 22 years, and maintain her social connections. Journalist Ben Bathgate tells their story here.
by Louise Rees | Jan 15, 2021 | Loneliness, News Media
Wellington woman Lauren Keenan was lonely after separating from her husband. One Friday night, desperate for something to do, she asked twenty-seven people to hang out. Every single one said no. In a Stuff story by journalist Jack van Beyen, she tells what she did...
by Louise Rees | Dec 3, 2020 | News Media, Stories
This short film tells the story of a small, Cornish, seaside community where residents, led by local councillor Daisy Gibb, have developed support networks, and adapted to become more self-sustaining in the face of Covid-19 restrictions.
