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flag Christchurch's new Housing First program launched in September 2025 with $10M to help 19 people avoid homelessness, but a housing shortage leaves 100 on a waitlist.

flag Christchurch launched Housing First Ōtautahi in September 2025 with $10 million in government funding to combat homelessness by providing immediate support to those recently without housing. flag In its first week, the outreach team—five workers, two nurses, and a housing locator—engaged 19 people, including elderly individuals and youth, many avoiding institutional care. flag The program targets those not yet meeting long-term homelessness criteria, aiming to prevent entrenchment. flag Despite improved outreach and data collection, a shortage of available housing limits effectiveness, leaving around 100 people on a waitlist.

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