Support for Carlene and Mark of Karekare after Cyclone Gabrielle

Cyclone Gabrielle did tremendous damage to Carlene and Mark’s entire community of Karekare. And while their house is still standing, they are currently left homeless. Since the storm they have at times been stranded, unable to get in or out and without power and water. As it is right now, their house is not liveable, and the entire community waits to see what will happen with instability in the land around them.

Carlene and Mark desperately need a new home for themselves and their much loved ponies, cats and dogs. They need to replace many of the things that they cannot get out of their home.

If you know Carlene, you know that she is the heart of any community she is a part of. Between pouring into her home community of many years, Karekare; her decades of contribution in the local Steiner community, especially supporting new mums and young ones; and her generous support of anyone in need, Carlene has held so many of us up when we needed it most.

And we would love to do the same for Carlene and Mark, now, when they need it most.

Anything you can offer is welcome, as we know so many are struggling. Every little bit makes a difference, more than many of us may ever know.

We will keep you updated on how things go for them, as they find out more about the stability of the land around there. If you would like to reach out and offer other assistance, to Carlene or the greater Karekare community, please contact her daughter, Danielle at dave.dani@xtra.co.nz