Our Year in Photos PHOTO NEWS - Taranaki Women's Refuge

PHOTO NEWS
                                 2020
 Our Year in Photos
                                                          DECEMBER 2020

Art for Refuge 2020
The air was almost electric at our biennial Art for
Refuge Auction on Friday the 13th of November
2020. Hosted by the stunning Te Henui Chapel,
there were 43 incredible works from Taranaki
artists available for purchase; the talent in our
region is truly something inspirational. In a first
for us, we had bidders attend and participate
via a zoom room which certainly added to the
excitement and entertainment. We wish to
sincerely thank our Artists whose work will allow
us to continue to offer services that support local
women, children and men.
Our deep gratitude also to venue owners,
Richard and Casey Martin; the amazing team
of hosts, Kris Rasmussen, Sam Bennett, Evan
Davies and all our TWR staff and volunteers
who helped pull together an enjoyable evening
for all. Thanks also to major sponsors Design
Garage and those who contributed to the
events success including Ivy Lane Florist,
Theory Food, BBG, La Nuova, Liquorland, MAD
Media, Spill Control NZ Ltd., NP Event Venues
and Volunteering New Plymouth. Our sincere
thanks also to Mark Lahood Films and Tammie
Pittwood Photography for creating timeless
content of some of our artists, your contribution
was enormous.
Finally, thank you to all who participated in
person, via zoom, phone or silent bids. We hope
you all enjoyed yourselves and we will see you
again in 2 years!

                We wish you all a wonderful safe summer
                                   and a happy 2021

Art for Refuge 2020

             Thanks to Tammie Pittwood Photography

Art for Refuge 2020

Community Catch Ups
Being invited to speak to groups is an excellent
opportunity to connect with our community,
raise awareness of our work and learn from
each other. We have recently enjoyed spending
time with organisations such as Worley, Women
In Business Hawera, Annie Brydon Rest Home,
Alzheimers Taranaki and Sacred Heart Girls
College. If you are interested in having us come
to speak to your group and learning more about
the services Taranaki Women’s Refuge provides,
please feel free to contact us at relationships@
taranakiwomensrefuge.co.nz.

Pop Up Shop
This year’s Pop-Up Shop was an outstanding
success and we are thrilled that it will be back
again in 2021. A huge thank you must go to
Jess, Michell, all of the fabulous volunteers,
businesses and shoppers who all contributed
to such a positive result. The funds raised from
this event will help local women, children and
men. Keep an eye on our social media for
collection and event details for 2021.

2020 Community
Pin Recipients

                   Annalee Kemsley
                 & Dame Trelise Cooper

Getting Involved

“Mediaworks Taranaki present
                                                     donations from the ‘Love Grace’ appeal”

Deck       the   Rooms
Our much loved Deck the Rooms for Refuge
will also be back in 2021 and we already have
some home owners and support designers who
have put their hand up to take part! If you LOVE
Christmas and would like to share your festive
inspiration with others while raising funds for
your local Refuge please email relationships@
taranakiwomensrefuge.co.nz.

COVID
We plan to move forward with events and
services as usual. As situations may change,
we will do our best to keep you informed of
our procedures and plans as they unfold. Our
thanks to those who have and will work with us
to ensure our wahine and tamariki have services
to support their safety no matter the situation.

Festive        2020
Thank you to those individuals, families and
groups who have already brought in gifts of
food, vouchers and presents this year. We are
delighted to also be working with Bayleys Real
Estate Taranaki, Kiwi Christmas books and The
Warehouse who are running donation drives on
our behalf. It is wonderful to live in a community
where supporting each other is a priority.

Comment from our                                                Our Sponsors
Manager
It’s been a funny ole year! Disruptive, but not all
of the lockdown experience was negative. We
were overwhelmed by the level of community
support, learned a lot about being responsive
to immediate need and found a whole new
appreciation for connection. I want to thank all
our friends and supporters. And give a special
thanks to the Refuge staff for their support over
the challenging year.

       Ehara taku toa I te toa takitahi,
            engari he toa takitini
 Our strength does not come from ourselves
 alone, our strength derives from the many.

 koa Kirihimete me te koa ki te wa me o hoa
  Merry christmas and enjoy time with your
                loved ones.                                                 Merrilands

    Food Donations
The Taranaki Women’s Refuge always welcomes
donations of food to support families in our
community. We appreciate donations of non-
perishable or frozen food, which can be dropped
into our office.

           Taranaki Women’s Refuge
           2nd Floor, Kings Building
     36 Devon Street West, New Plymouth.
       For any queries please telephone
             06 769 5553 or email
     admin@taranakiwomensrefuge.co.nz

Support your local
Women’s Refuge
We gratefully receive one-off
or regular financial donations
             INTERNET BANKING
             Our account details
   TSB Account Number 15-3942-0563679-00

       CHEQUES CAN BE MAILED TO
            Taranaki Women’s Refuge
            PO Box 5, New Plymouth

                 CREDIT CARD
       You can also make a secure donation
        using your credit card. Please go to          On behalf of all the women and
        www.taranakiwomensrefuge.co.nz                children in Taranaki who will benefit
             and click “Donate Now”                   from your generosity, we sincerely
         Contributions are tax deductible
                                                      thank you for your kindness.