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During the week ending 11 January 2026, the team at Good Care Community Trust continued with our usual activities, supporting individuals and families across the community. Our focus remained on food support, welfare assistance, and responding to immediate needs as families settle back into routine after the holiday period. Demand remains steady, and we are committed to ensuring support is available where it is needed most. Thank you to our staff, volunteers, and supporters w

As the year came to a close, our team at Good Care Community Trust continued our usual activities, supporting individuals and families across the community. In the days leading up to the New Year, we focused on food support, essential assistance, and welfare checks to ensure no one was left without help during the holiday period. While many services slow down at this time of year, the needs in our community do not, and we remained committed to being present and reliable. Than

Spreading Joy and Full Plates this Christmas At Good Care Community Trust, we believe that no one should go hungry, especially during the most wonderful time of the year. This week, our team continued distributing special Christmas food parcels to local families. Each parcel was carefully packed with fresh ingredients and festive treats so families could enjoy a hearty Christmas meal with dignity and joy. Seeing the smiles and relief on people’s faces reminded us why this mah

Spreading Holiday Cheer with Good Care Community Trust This week, the Good Care Community Trust has been actively distributing food parcels to families of school children who are most in need during the holiday season. Christmas is a time of giving and togetherness, and we believe no family should have to worry about putting food on the table during this special time. These efforts matter even more during Christmas. Food parcel distribution provides immediate relief, helps ea

We are absolutely thrilled and deeply moved to share this wonderful letter of gratitude we received from Flat Bush School, Otara. Their message highlights just how meaningful this year’s generous food donations have been for their entire school community. The support has helped strengthen several important areas of school life, including their: • Breakfast Club • Samoan Bilingual Unit • School Events A special shout-out and congratulations to our team. The school praised Roha

We are incredibly humbled and proud to share appreciation messages from both Yendarra School and Rongomai School. Their kind words remind us why this mahi is so important. Yendarra School: “Your generosity is making a real difference in the lives of our students.” Rongomai School: “Your contribution helps remove barriers to learning and ensures our children feel cared for before they even enter the classroom.” Our food parcels and breakfast support are helping tamariki start

We were deeply touched to receive a warm letter from Dawson Primary School. Their message highlighted how our support is helping students start their day well-fed and ready to learn, while also enriching school programmes through cooking and gardening. These activities build teamwork, curiosity and pride, and they offer vital help to whānau facing financial pressure. Thank you, Dawson Primary School, for recognising the importance of our mahi. We are pleased to support your u

A heartfelt thank you from Mayfield Primary School in Otara has truly encouraged our team. Their appreciation strengthens our commitment to supporting tamariki and whānau through healthy breakfast kai and ongoing community partnership. #GoodCareCommunityTrust #MayfieldPrimary #CommunitySupport

Another busy and rewarding week for our breakfast program, as the Good Care Community Trust continued to deliver healthy, nutritious food across South Auckland. Each morning, our tamariki are starting their school days well-fed, focused and ready to learn — exactly the outcome we work so hard to support. Breakfast food deliveries this week: • Yendarra Primary School, Otara • Manurewa High School • Tangaroa College, Otara • McAuley High School, Otahuhu • Mayfield Primary Schoo

Breakfast deliveries continued as usual this week, keeping the mornings busy and meaningful for our team and school partners. The Good Care Community Trust remains committed to helping tamariki across South Auckland start their day with a nutritious, energising meal. Breakfast food deliveries this week: • Manurewa High School • Yendarra Primary School, Otara • Takanini School Road Primary School • Dawson Primary School, Otara • Mayfield Primary School, Otara • Flat Bush Prima

Another strong week for our breakfast program across South Auckland. The Good Care Community Trust continues to deliver nutritious food to support our tamariki and help them start each school day with focus and energy. Breakfast food deliveries this week: • Manurewa High School • Yendarra Primary School, Otara • Takanini School Road Primary School • Tangaroa College, Otara • Mayfield Primary School, Otara • McAuley High School, Otahuhu • Dawson Primary School, Otara • Rongoma

It was another busy morning at East Tamaki Primary School, Otara, with breakfast food delivered by the Good Care Community Trust. The children were excited to not only enjoy their healthy breakfast but also to learn some baking skills using the ingredients provided. Seeing the tamariki working together, mixing, baking and sharing what they made was a true highlight. These activities go beyond food; they build confidence, creativity and teamwork, helping students learn valuabl

We are absolutely thrilled to share this wonderful message we received from Rongomai Primary School. A huge thank you to Claudia Vrsaljko for reaching out to let us know that their tamariki are really enjoying their breakfast time thanks to the support from Good Care Community Trust. “Our tamariki appreciate and really enjoy their breakfast time. It’s such a great way to start the day.” This is exactly why we do what we do. Knowing that we are helping students begin their day

Breakfast deliveries were back in full swing this week with another round of busy mornings and smiling faces. The Good Care Community Trust continues to ensure that tamariki across South Auckland start their day with a healthy, energising breakfast. This simple act continues to create lasting benefits for children, schools and families alike. Breakfast food deliveries this week: • Yendarra Primary School, Otara • Manurewa High School • Takanini School Road Primary School • Ta

East Tamaki Primary School, Otara, received their breakfast food delivery this week, and it was wonderful to see the tamariki preparing their own meals from the ingredients provided by Good Care Community Trust. Their excitement, teamwork and pride show how important these moments of hands-on learning can be. We also received fantastic photos from Manurewa High School, showing students preparing breakfast using the ingredients supplied by GCCT. It is inspiring to see how thes

We are proud to share this heartfelt appreciation from St John the Evangelist Catholic School, Ōtara. The school acknowledged our support in providing breakfast food items, but the real highlight was their beautiful message: “Our tamariki were delighted and felt so well cared for, enjoying not only the food but the sense of connection and joy that your generosity created.” Thank you, Principal Monica Van Tiel and the entire school community, for your kind words and continued

Another strong week for our breakfast deliveries across South Auckland. We continue to support schools and tamariki with healthy, nutritious meals to help them start each day ready to learn and thrive. Deliveries this week: • Manurewa High School • Yendarra Primary School, Otara • McAuley High School, Otahuhu • Takanini School Road Primary School • Tangaroa College, Otara • McAuley High School, Otahuhu • Dawson Primary School, Otara • Mayfield Primary School, Otara • Flat Bus

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