Members were treated to an excellent political overview by Colin James, the Principal and SENCO from Rangikura School came to give their thanks and there are heaps of ways to volunteer if members have the time ... Keep Reading

Colin James has been reporting and commenting on New Zealand politics since 1969. His face and voice are familiar to all of us, and last evening he delivered a most thought-provoking address. Although his title was ‘After Jacinda’, he reviewed the trends and developments in our policy over the last 50 years ... Keep Reading

Eleven families have been working with their e-Learning tutors over the past six months to gain digital skills to be able to learn and participate more easily in New Zealand society. All refugees have a story, some are extremely traumatic, and (almost without exception) they are very grateful to be in New Zealand and safe! ... Keep Reading

Although many students choose to do the 10-week course to get a free computer and internet, it is not long before they realise that the learning they can access is worth so much more for both themselves and their families ... Keep Reading

This is one of the most enjoyable events in our Rotary calendar. The best speakers from the nine primary schools in the Paramoana cluster (schools in northern Porirua) compete for trophies and impressive cups for the winning schools. It began in 2002, with our club sponsoring it continuously from 2003 ... Keep Reading

Theo Sutorius took the Viewpoint slot tonight. He thanks the club for the sponsorship and told members a bit about himself and his forthcoming, life-changing trip to the Netherlands for a year l... Keep Reading

Since February 2016 Catholic Social Services have collaborated with Red Cross and the Wellington Anglican Diocese to set up homes for former refugees who arrive in Wellington under the refugee quota scheme. From when this project began in 2016 to the last intake just completed (December 2019) we have set up 291 homes in Wellington... Keep Reading

Kia ora tātou. As I step into the role of Kaiārahi here at Catholic Social Services, I admit my feelings of vulnerability and awe at the task ahead of us, to realise the aspirations of the 2017 Synod and our vision and mission. “... to work to alleviate the plight of those who live on the peripheries by giving action to the Principles of... Keep Reading

On 10 September 2019, Archbishop John Cardinal Dew announced that Karen Holland had been appointed Director of Catholic Social Services. Karen was the Community Facilitator at Catholic Social Services facilitating community-based projects including the Archdiocese partnership with Red Cross and the Wellington Anglican Diocese to set up homes for.. Keep Reading

Chris Theobald is now principal of Bishop Viard College, which has been through tough times of late. He is the sixth principal in seven years and the college is under statutory management ... Keep Reading

Porirua City's focus is on children and young people and the City supports opportunities like these awards for primary school students to celebrate and encourage children to grow and lead as citizens. ... Keep Reading